Velvet Revolver Tour

[Halen High]

Velvet Revolver are touring Down Under in February. I love their album and I've organised tickets to see them! Who here has seen them already and what were they like? Are any other Aussies going to the shows?

I saw GNR back in the early 90s in Melbourne. Hope they play some GNR stuff too.

[sambo]

Heya HH

Yep got my tickets, album is great.. don't buy many CDs these days but that was a very good purchase

Can't wait for the tour... then Satriani in March

He's coming your way too..

Thebarton Theatre Adelaide 20 March 2005

Good way to start the year I think...

[VHII]

ive seen em in New York City, they had a great show, it was energetic and loud through out the entire thing, if youre lucky they'll play "Its so Easy"

[Halen High]

Originally posted by VHII
ive seen em in New York City, they had a great show, it was energetic and loud through out the entire thing, if youre lucky they'll play "Its so Easy"

That's great to hear. I'd like them to play two or three GNR tunes, but if they don't that's fine by me. Their whole album rocks anyway. All I've seen of them so far is their videos, which are really cool. Obviously they've put a lot of effort into their music, videos and from what I'm hearing their live shows too.

[Halen High]

Originally posted by sambo
Heya HH

Yep got my tickets, album is great.. don't buy many CDs these days but that was a very good purchase

Can't wait for the tour... then Satriani in March

He's coming your way too..

Thebarton Theatre Adelaide 20 March 2005

Good way to start the year I think...

Hey Sambo

I thought you might be going. Should be a rockin good time!
My only complaint is the venue. The Adelaide Entertainment Centre struggles for atmosphere and security is a little over the top. But I shouldn't complain. We don't often get acts like this coming to our town.

Satriani in March. Might have to check him out too.

Yep, a good way to start the year. I saw Killing Heidi a couple of months ago and had a great time. Definately want to see more shows in 2005.

[Bill Lumbergh]

What size venues are they playing? Big clubs?

[Halen High]

Originally posted by Bill Lumbergh
What size venues are they playing? Big clubs?

In Adelaide they are playing the Entertainment Centre, which is a modern indoor arena with a capacity of 10,000-12,000 for concerts. Most major acts that play here use this venue. VH3 played there in 1998 and I think the crowd was about 8,000.

I haven't checked out the rest of the tour yet but I'd guess all their shows will be at the major indoor city arenas. I expect they'll pull good crowds. Their album has done well in Oz and GNR's Greatest Hits just spent about six-eight months in our top 50 album chart, so there's a lot of interest.

[Matt White]

HH, I saw Velvet Revolver in May in DETROIT. They played most of their CD, + 3 G'N'R tunes, a STP song, and a Nirvana song. Very cool.

[Halen High]

Originally posted by Matt White
HH, I saw Velvet Revolver in May in DETROIT. They played most of their CD, + 3 G'N'R tunes, a STP song, and a Nirvana song. Very cool.

Cool! Their album is very strong and I'm sure they want to establish their own identity, but playing a few GNR tunes would be much appreciated too. Everything I'm hearing from the States about these guys is very positive. Can't wait for the show!

[Atomic_Rob]

I think they have also played Mr Brownstone as well. I am seein them in London at Brixton Academy, which is a big club. All there London dates are big clubs which includes 4 nights at the legendry Hammersmith Odeon which is about 5,000.

Plus the support in the UK is the mighty Datsuns, gonna be one hell of a show.

[Halen High]

Originally posted by Atomic_Rob
I think they have also played Mr Brownstone as well. I am seein them in London at Brixton Academy, which is a big club. All there London dates are big clubs which includes 4 nights at the legendry Hammersmith Odeon which is about 5,000.

Plus the support in the UK is the mighty Datsuns, gonna be one hell of a show.

Mr Brownstone is one of my favourite GnR tracks!

I've read a couple of great features on VR in the British mag, Classic Rock. Looks like there's a lot of interest in them over there, like there is Down Under. Would love to see them at a place like the Hammersmith Odeon. I'm sure it will be a packed house and very rowdy!

IMO, Slash's playing on this album is right up there with his GnR days. Should be a great show.

[Atomic_Rob]

They are doing 4 nights there so it should be packed! I would much rather go to Hammersmith than Brixton, but I have standing tickets and it will be a great show wherever!

I hope they play Bodies AND Negative Creep, they are fuckin brilliant covers.

You bein from Down under, what do you think of the Datsuns?

[Halen High]

With all the interest in 70s and 80s rock these days, the Datsuns retro style could really see them enjoy some significant success over the coming years. Sort of like Jet, the Donnas, the Darkness. I like what I'm hearing. It's good stuff. The Datsuns supporting VR is a great line-up.

Actually, I don't know whose gonna be on the bill with VR over here. So far no one's listed.

Hmmm.........

What did you think of the VR videos? I reckon Falling to Pieces is fucking brilliant!

[Atomic_Rob]

I fuckin hate the Donnas!

I think the VR videos are great. Slither has been over played tho and has got a bit annoying to be honest. I totally agree about Fall to Pieces, its a fuckin great video.

[Halen High]

A few months ago, I read an interview with one of the Donnas in which she said David Lee Roth era Van Halen was an influence on them. In other words, they, like the rest of Halen's peers, think Van Hagar sucks. So I thought I'd give them a go!

In this never-ending era of the manufactured popstar, I'm more than happy with what the Donnas have to offer. Anyway, that 'Take it Off' song fucking rocks!

[ODShowtime]

I've never seen VR, but Scott always puts on a great show.

[Atomic_Rob]

Originally posted by Halen High
A few months ago, I read an interview with one of the Donnas in which she said David Lee Roth era Van Halen was an influence on them. In other words, they, like the rest of Halen's peers, think Van Hagar sucks. So I thought I'd give them a go!

In this never-ending era of the manufactured popstar, I'm more than happy with what the Donnas have to offer. Anyway, that 'Take it Off' song fucking rocks!

Each to their own mate :D

Velvet Revolver are gonna be fuckin great, I also hope they do some Festival gigs in the UK too.

[Shaun Ponsonby]

Seeing Velvet Revolver in Manchester...TONIGHT. It's going to be great to see Slash (one of my favourite people in the rock world).

The only problem is that I was a little late getting tickets (I think I only found the money about a week ago), so there were only seated tickets left (doh!), and I'm right at the very back, so It's going to look like ants moving around on stage (doh!), but there'll be great sound (woo-hoo!). And I'll have to make sure I set the video for The Simpsons.

[Soul Reaper]

Which places are VR going to in England, if any?

[Last_Child]

I bet they don't come to Norway....

[Northern Girl]

I'm so pissed I didn't go see them in MN when I had the chance. I love this album more everytime I listen to it; which is pretty much everyday. :)

[Shaun Ponsonby]

Manchester last night...Fan-fucking-brilliant.

VELVET REVOLVER-OFFICIALLY BETTER THAN GUNS N ROSES.

...and not just because Scott Weiland doesn't cancel gigs because he "can't be bothered" playing, isn't that right, Axl?

And, Mr. Reaper, VR are playing London, Birmingham etc...basically the same places every other band plays. Go to

www.ticketline.com

because last week they had a half-price offer on all VR tickets. I don't know if it's still on, but try anyway

[Mr Badguy]

I saw them in Glasgow on Friday night.

The place was bouncing but the sound was shitty.

Great stuff, though.

Duff must work out like fuck, the guy has the physique of an action figure.

They only played 3 GnR songs, "It`s so easy", "Mr Brownstone" and "Used to love her".

I have a feeling Weiland couldn`t do a lot of the higher pitched GnR stuff.

[Shaun Ponsonby]

I thought that as well. Having said that, he can actually sing. I'm actually quite glad they didn't do 'Sweet Child O' Mine', I'm fucking sick of that.

[Soul Reaper]

Originally posted by Shaun Ponsonby
And, Mr. Reaper, VR are playing London, Birmingham etc...basically the same places every other band plays. Go to

www.ticketline.com

because last week they had a half-price offer on all VR tickets. I don't know if it's still on, but try anyway


OK, thanks for the info.

[Shaun Ponsonby]

That's all right-have a nice day-and if you do get tickets, have a great time-because they kick a whole lotta ass!

Better than G'N'R.

[smaz]

Originally posted by Shaun Ponsonby
Manchester last night...Fan-fucking-brilliant.

VELVET REVOLVER-OFFICIALLY BETTER THAN GUNS N ROSES.

...and not just because Scott Weiland doesn't cancel gigs because he "can't be bothered" playing, isn't that right, Axl?

And, Mr. Reaper, VR are playing London, Birmingham etc...basically the same places every other band plays. Go to

www.ticketline.com

because last week they had a half-price offer on all VR tickets. I don't know if it's still on, but try anyway

Same show dude :D Don't suppose you spotted a Got Roth shirt floating around.... :D Where abouts were you sitting?? I was seated at the back too.

As for VR, they were fantastic, put on a good show. I have to say I hate Guns n Roses, I think they played Mr Brownstone (not heard it before, but picked out the lyrics) and I'm not sure about any others. Thankfully they didn't play Sweet Child of Mine, I would have gone insane :D But they had the energy, the sound, overall it was very nice :D

[Atomic_Rob]

I'm seein em on friday at Brixton, should be a good gig, fairly intimate venue.

Those of you that have been on the UK tour, what did you think of the Datsuns?

[smaz]

Originally posted by Atomic_Rob
I'm seein em on friday at Brixton, should be a good gig, fairly intimate venue.

Those of you that have been on the UK tour, what did you think of the Datsuns?

I thought they were fantastic :D

[Shaun Ponsonby]

Personally, I thought that the Datsuns were a cheap (and shite) AC/DC rip-off. To be fair, I didn't like them to begin with. However, they were so fucking quiet-I was talking to my mate (who actually fell asleep whilst they were playing) and we didn't even have to raise our voices. If we look at it on a "room size:volume" ratio-then, I have my cd's louder than that.

And, Mr. Smaz, sir, I'll tell you exactly where I was;

BLOCK 108
LOWER TIER
ROW R
SEAT 12.

You may have seen a scouser as skinny as fuck wearing a denim jacket with METALLICA,AC/DC,MEGADETH patches on his back-that was me.

How fucking frustrating was it waiting for OVER AN HOUR between VR and the Shatsons? I was thinking "If they don't kick ass, I'm gonna kick THEIR asses for making us wait so long."

Oh, yeah...and did you see the guy that stood up and got twatted in the head with a bottle? Funny as fuck.

[smaz]

Originally posted by Shaun Ponsonby
Personally, I thought that the Datsuns were a cheap (and shite) AC/DC rip-off. To be fair, I didn't like them to begin with. However, they were so fucking quiet-I was talking to my mate (who actually fell asleep whilst they were playing) and we didn't even have to raise our voices. If we look at it on a "room size:volume" ratio-then, I have my cd's louder than that.

And, Mr. Smaz, sir, I'll tell you exactly where I was;

BLOCK 108
LOWER TIER
ROW R
SEAT 12.

You may have seen a scouser as skinny as fuck wearing a denim jacket with METALLICA,AC/DC,MEGADETH patches on his back-that was me.

How fucking frustrating was it waiting for OVER AN HOUR between VR and the Shatsons? I was thinking "If they don't kick ass, I'm gonna kick THEIR asses for making us wait so long."

Oh, yeah...and did you see the guy that stood up and got twatted in the head with a bottle? Funny as fuck.

Nah didn't see the guy get smacked :( Damnit!!! The Datsuns could have been better, I saw them in Oxford and they were so much better. They were very quiet, but they make a racket in smaller venues :D

I don't know where my ticket is, but I'm pretty sure I was at:

Block 111 (Or 112)
Lower Tier
Row J
Seat 4

Something like that. And the wait was fucking riduculous. I was expecting a wait of no more than half an hour. Grrr.....

[Shaun Ponsonby]

I think the wait may have been done on purpose, because I have read a review of their first full-length show in Classic Rock (my personal favourite magazine), which said that there was a long wait and they were announced as the 'band that put punk into punctuality'. However, they were certainly worth the wait.