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Cult_Of_Frank
= Black Noise Maker =
Canada
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 Posted - 11/06/2006 : 19:15:55
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Yes, it's official. I'm typing this on Billy Block's laptop and apparently the Canadian promoter has changed a bunch of venues to save money I guess...
 "Now you're officially my woman. Kudos. I can't say I don't envy you." |
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Cult_Of_Frank
= Black Noise Maker =
Canada
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Posted - 11/06/2006 : 19:16:39
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Oh and Denis, could you please update the tour page to say Louis' instead of Odeon. It seems the rest on the tour are okay.
"Now you're officially my woman. Kudos. I can't say I don't envy you." |
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fbc
-= Modulator =-
United Kingdom
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Posted - 11/07/2006 : 05:00:41
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| Have an amazing day and experience, one 'n' all, and to echo Llama, "photos please" =) |
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vilainde
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
Niue
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Posted - 11/07/2006 : 05:06:30
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Drop me an email for such things, Dean. I rarely look into the concert threads, except to see the setlists afterwards.
Denis
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Cult_Of_Frank
= Black Noise Maker =
Canada
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Posted - 11/07/2006 : 12:30:04
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Sure thing, cheers.
"Now you're officially my woman. Kudos. I can't say I don't envy you." |
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Broken Face
-= Forum Pistolero =-
USA
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Daisy Girl
~ Abstract Brain ~
Belize
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Posted - 11/07/2006 : 16:35:15
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 11/07/2006 : 22:49:23
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Ummmmm.............. WOW.
maybe I'll kick it
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Cult_Of_Frank
= Black Noise Maker =
Canada
11687 Posts |
Posted - 11/07/2006 : 23:12:24
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I believe I speak for Brian and myself when I concur with the honourable speedy_m. May I just say this blew away a lot of everything.
"Now you're officially my woman. Kudos. I can't say I don't envy you." |
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Cult_Of_Frank
= Black Noise Maker =
Canada
11687 Posts |
Posted - 11/07/2006 : 23:32:58
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And many, many, many, many thanks to Charles and Billy and all the band for not only letting us do this, but for being so damned hospitable. We'll have a review tomorrow, it's been a long few days but we had a great time. Oh, and also, the crowd was fantastic! Thanks to everyone who came from far and wide (Ontario, Nova Scotia, Winnipeg, Edmonton) and particularly forum members and podcast listeners.
We had a gay old time!
"Now you're officially my woman. Kudos. I can't say I don't envy you." |
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Jefrey
= Cult of Ray =
USA
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Posted - 11/08/2006 : 00:38:59
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So when will a recording of the show be available? I've heard all the best FB live shows have been in Saskatoon. I would've come, but I drove to Saskatoon once, and it takes like 4 days, no matter which US state you start from :)
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Cult_Of_Frank
= Black Noise Maker =
Canada
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Posted - 11/08/2006 : 07:27:23
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Heh, true, unless you're in N. Dakota. I suppose you can do it from Minny in two as well. Actually, we drove to Portland from Saskatoon in two.
Show recording, Brian and I have to discuss what we're doing with that. Suffice it to say that we will have several goodies (and I really do mean goodies) available to those who couldn't make the show (and of course to those who did).
The crowd was really into it. He could've not sung the choruses of I'm Not Dead, they were so loud! Also, spontaneous clap along to Nadine. A better crowd for a non-Pixies FB show I've not seen.
Meanwhile, Llama has put photos up in the gallery, check 'em out (feel free to post your faves here).
"Now you're officially my woman. Kudos. I can't say I don't envy you." |
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Cult_Of_Frank
= Black Noise Maker =
Canada
11687 Posts |
Posted - 11/08/2006 : 07:41:15
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I just saw a bit of the video and I am doubly excited about the goodies in question. I have to take my friend out for lunch.
"Now you're officially my woman. Kudos. I can't say I don't envy you." |
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 11/08/2006 : 07:46:34
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So I'm guessing Dean didn't caption those photos... I'm some sort of mystery man!
maybe I'll kick it
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Cult_Of_Frank
= Black Noise Maker =
Canada
11687 Posts |
Posted - 11/08/2006 : 07:48:59
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Yeah, I just zipped 'em up and sent 'em to Llama last night, he did all the work. And will be updating those captions soon I think.
"Now you're officially my woman. Kudos. I can't say I don't envy you." |
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 11/08/2006 : 07:51:19
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Or I could just remain as some sort of cool Resevoir Dogs type figure.
And I just called Brian. Is he still sleeping it off?
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Broken Face
-= Forum Pistolero =-
USA
5155 Posts |
Posted - 11/08/2006 : 07:53:55
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No, i just had my phone upstairs. I'll call you in 2 minutes. Imaptience...
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 11/08/2006 : 07:55:42
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Don't mess with Mr. Grey.
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Llamadance
> Teenager of the Year <
United Kingdom
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Posted - 11/08/2006 : 09:10:20
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haha, sorry speedy. I was going to update them about an hour ago when I got the info from Dean, but then we got visitors. Do you want me to change it? :)
Scratching the surface without a purpose won't accomplish anything new
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
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Posted - 11/08/2006 : 09:13:24
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No worries Llama! Personaly, I think it's way cooler being Mr. Grey.
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Llamadance
> Teenager of the Year <
United Kingdom
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Posted - 11/08/2006 : 09:17:34
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ok, I'll leave you in as the mysterious Mr Grey (unless anyone reads this thread, then the mystery will be gone). Just say if you want me to give you a proper credit.
Scratching the surface without a purpose won't accomplish anything new
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 11/08/2006 : 09:18:48
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If you're going to be updating or changing things, feel free to include me amongst the important people. If not, don't worry about it.
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Llamadance
> Teenager of the Year <
United Kingdom
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Posted - 11/08/2006 : 09:29:19
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:D ok, I'll do it soon, the photo ordering is giving me headaches. What's your other half's name/handle?
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 11/08/2006 : 09:39:57
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Perhaps I should check with her before I publicly "out" her (as a huge nerd. Though not huge enough to post here). You could just put "speedy's lucky lady".
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Llamadance
> Teenager of the Year <
United Kingdom
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Posted - 11/08/2006 : 10:10:55
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Done!
Ok all, the gallery for last nights gig in Saskatoon is now done. You can find it here:
Saskatoon Gallery 2006-11-07
Any comments, mistakes, info, please feel free to comment here, or send me an email. For anyone with pics from other gigs, I can put your gig pictures into the gallery too. See sticky at top, or email me.
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rodney
- FB Fan -
USA
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Posted - 11/08/2006 : 10:26:59
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Originally posted by Cult_Of_Frank
Show recording, Brian and I have to discuss what we're doing with that. Suffice it to say that we will have several goodies (and I really do mean goodies) available to those who couldn't make the show (and of course to those who did).
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If you DO make it available, please make the entire show available. There's only been 1 circulating recording from this show, and it's really making me lament not rounding up some gear and recording the date that I was at. |
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Frog in the Sand
-+ Le premiere frog +-
France
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Posted - 11/08/2006 : 10:33:03
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Awesome pics! Thanks and congrats to all involved!
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BLACKOLERO le only Frank Black / Pixies site 100% in franηais |
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Daisy Girl
~ Abstract Brain ~
Belize
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Posted - 11/08/2006 : 10:33:29
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Thanks for the photos guys!!! I can tell you had a blast!!
Just wondering... who all made it to the meet up and what did you and Frank talk about?
Thanks again for the photos!!! |
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coastline
> Teenager of the Year <
USA
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Posted - 11/08/2006 : 10:33:51
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Fantastic pix. I can't wait to hear the recording from the bus.
 I could not find my honeycomb. |
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speedy_m
= Frankofile =
Canada
3581 Posts |
Posted - 11/08/2006 : 11:28:03
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Just heard a bit of the "bus" recording at lunch with the other internet nerds... it's amazing.
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Llamadance
> Teenager of the Year <
United Kingdom
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Posted - 11/08/2006 : 11:35:27
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what songs did he play?
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Cult_Of_Frank
= Black Noise Maker =
Canada
11687 Posts |
Posted - 11/08/2006 : 11:40:00
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A little bit of Manitoba while talking to the Fumanbru, a bit of strumming on something unknown, and then just a really great version (and a half) of The Water.
"Now you're officially my woman. Kudos. I can't say I don't envy you." |
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Cult_Of_Frank
= Black Noise Maker =
Canada
11687 Posts |
Posted - 11/09/2006 : 07:08:45
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Sizzling Saskatoon Show
Wherein Brian and Dean observe our protagonist in what is likely one of the best shows ever.
Set List
Acoustic:
The Water (FrankBlack.Net Tour Bus Exclusive)
Los Angeles
Cactus
Where Is My Mind?
Song of the Shrimp
Two Reelers
Full Band:
Remake/Re-Model
Living on Soul
Bullet
I'll Be Blue
The Black Rider
Ten Percenter
I Burn Today
Headache
I'm Not Dead (I'm In Pittsburgh)
The Swimmer
(Do What You Want) Gynaeshwar
Suffering
Johnny Barleycorn
That Burnt Out Rock and Roll
All Around the World
My Terrible Ways
Raider Man
Horrible Day
All My Ghosts
Dead Man's Curve
Six-Sixty-Six
Nadine
(band waves at the crowd for a few seconds)
Sing for Joy
By the time we got back from Regina, showered, played some Ween songs on the guitar/keyboard, and printed a little sign redirecting fans from the Odeon to Louis, it was time to head down to O'Shea's,the spot of the fan meet-up. First to arrive on the scene was Mike "Fuman" Bru, who flew in from Winnipeg to hang out with us tonight. Sporting a vintage red Frank Black and the Catholics t-shirt, the three of us enjoyed some fine Canadian beer until John, a Podcast listener and friend of Dean's, showed up and joined us at the table. From there, Mike (Speedy M), and his lady friend Charlene (which is, coincidentally, the name of Dean's trusty red car according to Brian), and the table was getting a bit crowded only to be burst wide open by the arrival of the Edmonton contingent, Dan "Crispy Water" and 2 of his friends, Cody and Kevin. With all the meet-up folks there, more drinks and some pub food was consumed, while laughs, stories and anecdotes filled the room.
After paying the bill, we made a quick field trip across the street to the Odeon, the initial place the show was scheduled for. We had decided to make a sign to hang on the door in case people still showed up there (the venue was changed at the last minute). So we took yesterday's featured pic of FB and the podcasters, added some text and viola! We showed off our shiny (literally, it was photo paper) new poster and then headed across town to Louis'.
Once at the venue, Deaner ran off to find Billy Block to get things organized for the meet 'n' greet. He quickly found Billy, and we went on the bus to set up our gear to record the festivities. On board was the band, and we chatted for a few minutes, which included Brian sheepishly hiding in the corner after FB remarked that he had gotten a haircut since New York in August and congratulated him on his engagement. En route to pick up the others, we passed Duane Jarvis practicing backstage and Brian embarrassed himself [a theme of the night] by mistaking Duane's Gibson Blueshawk for a Gibson Nighthawk.
We got the bus set up, and went and grabbed the crew, which now included Kirby and his fiancι, as well as Speedy Mike's religious studies professor who was picked up serendipitously by the crowd en route to the bus (coincidentally, she teaches about "I've Been Tired" but more on that later). As we walked in, we were greeted by FB, EDF, and Billy Block, as well as some nice Stuff Smith music (Brian had talked to FB about it on the bus before FB addressed Brian as a "jazzbo" to the bus crew) and some mood lighting. As the fans entered, FB greeted everyone by asking their name and shaking their hand. FB then proceeded to offer everyone aboard a beer, Pelligrino, coke, or piece of fruit. The consummate host, he insisted that we all sit and he would stand and entertain us. He gave the eager fans a view of a bunk on the bus too. On tour, this is equivalent to being taken into his home and being shown the bedroom. Brian and Dean were not the only ones floored by this hospitality.
FB, EDF, and Billy also helped us understand the "rules of the bus" - there are only two:
1) No solid waste in the bathroom
2) Always sleep with your feet facing the driver, in case of a short stop (he cited Gloria Estefan breaking her neck in a tour bus for not doing just that).
After some pleasantries, the real, hard-nosed Q&A began. Brian was first to speak up, asking why his MOG (formerly www.mog.com/frank_black) site was pulled down. FB explained that when you sign up, you choose whether or not you want to receive email from other users. To quote FB, he wanted to "be a citizen like everybody else" and decided to let people email him. Well, let's say the emails got... intense and numerous. "Why haven't you emailed me back?!" That sort of thing. He did say that he enjoyed it and may re-start at some point, but with the email function turned off.
At this point (maybe a lot of this runs together), Mike's religious studies prof asked about FB's reference of the Song of Solomon in "I've Been Tired." Google this or have SpeedyM explain it to you, it's actually really interesting. FB gave a long, interesting answer, which basically boils down to:
a) He doesn't remember specifically referencing it, but he doesn't rule it out in the slightest;
b) He is extraordinarily modest about his songwriting ("They're just words thrown together");
c) He is not anti-religion like many people are, but is (and tries to be) respectful of people's beliefs he also made a really interesting point about people rejecting more Judeo/Christian religions in the West, but having a fascination with Eastern religions, and wonders how Eastern kids rebel against Buddhism or
Confucianism.
Talk commenced a little bit about the new ChRISTMASS album, with FB basically saying it's a gift of sorts to his die-hard fans. He also spoke of a heretofore unspoken rule within the music industry that indie-rock types are not supposed to release records post-November, because the "big guns" put out their records then, and how he was happy to buck the system and release something in the late months. He spoke of the industry like a supermarket you invent a new kind of salsa that you're sure will be a hit you try to market it and you realize what a cut-throat industry the salsa business is, and to put your salsa on the shelf, you have to knock someone else's salsa off.
Discussion then shifted slightly to his prolific nature, and how Robert Pollard (ex-Guided by Voices) and FB both share an occasional guitarist, former Catholic Dave Philips. Pollard asked Philips who wrote more complex songs, and Philips said that FB did. However, Pollard is far more prolific so FB was jokingly saying how he feels now that he has to compete with Pollard's release schedule (6 records this year so far). This brought up the idea of perhaps a Fading Captain (Pollard's label) style boutique label for FB releases, and he said he has thought about it and will continue to.
At this point, FB went around the bus and asked everyone what they did for a living this is what makes an FB meet and greet so great he seemed genuinely interested in everyone's lives, not just seeing it as an obligatory exercise in fan relations. Discussion on various jobs (construction mainly, which had a large representation in the bus crew) followed (as well as he and Dean talking Greek food FB was upset he couldn't get to Dean's family restaurant, but it is probably better that he didn't know about it, as he is on a fast of sorts, and Greek food wouldn't really fit the diet), and then it was time for FB to play us a song. We requested a new one, and with some EDF prodding, he played "The Water" for us he took a 2nd take, because he said "I saw the sound of a Volkswagon" and how that makes no sense. It was characteristic of FB that he would start the song again from the top rather than having us patch in the verse, despite the fact that they were on a tight timetable. When you hear this song in Podcast 20, you'll hear the crowd cheer when he gets the line correct the second time, and he made a cheerful expression when he got it right.
A brief photo-session followed with FB posing with everyone for a shot (thanks, Billy, for that wonderful idea), and then we headed inside for the show.
The acoustic set opened with FB joking "I fired my band today" and then jumping into "Los Angeles," which may be the most played FB solo song of his career that or "Headache" perhaps. "Cactus" followed, which seems to be a favorite of FB's to play acoustic he plays around with the vocals and the guitar parts quite a bit, transforming it into something far stranger than the Surfer Rosa version. After that, he launched into "Where Is My Mind?" during which he told the crowd "This song is called "Where Is My Mind?" if you don't know" and made a few other wisecracks. "Song of the Shrimp" followed, which was a big hit with Dean, who hadn't heard it live yet. FB added a few extra "His mama and his poor papa"' stanzas here and there, which made the version quite unique. He finished off the set with the Brian/Dan requested "Two Reelers" (also a highlight for Dean) taking the time between refrains to introduce the band he introduced Duane and Eric but they didn't arrive on the stage as quickly as he'd been expecting, and so when he didn't see them (they had literally taken one or two steps onto the stage at that point) he joked, "Where the fuck is the band?" Then he and EDF talked on the mic for a minute or so about how EDF had met both Moe and Larry of the Three Stooges when they came to his high school in Los Angeles. "Brushes with legends," he remarked, and I think that all of us in the audience were feeling the exact same way at this point.
Billy was introduced and the band kicked into "Remake/Re-Model." As has been the case this tour, it segued directly into "Living on Soul." A lot of the songs sounded similar to the Regina show we saw the night before, but "The Black Rider," which was acoustic in Regina, rocked full-band style tonight in Saskatoon. "Headache" was initially left off the set list, (apparently done tonight by the band's guitar tech) and FB pondered if the tech thought that since this was the 9th show in a row, FB couldn't hit the high-notes. But, since this was his second time at Louis', he wanted to try it for "our reunion." He did a mighty fine job, even if from where Brian was standing he couldn't tell if he had hit the high notes or not.
The singalong of the night was "I'm Not Dead (I'm in Pittsburgh)" if FB stepped back from the mic, the crowd could've taken that on
easily. It is great to see FB songs from all over his catalogue getting this amount of fan attention and singalong status; not just Pixies songs, as has been the case at some shows in the past. For a few of the meet and greeters, this was the first time hearing "(Do What You Want) Gynaeshwar," and it did not disappoint. The beginning chords resemble "Something Against You," even if the rest of the song does not in the slightest. We deciphered this song finally last night and our crackpot theory should appear on podcast 20.
"That Burnt Out Rock and Roll" continues to be a defining moment of the set, with FB ripping his vocals out just as intensely as last night in Regina. If it hadn't been so crowded, the room might have collectively stepped back, it was so raw and powerful. "Johnny Barleycorn" was a favorite of Kevin's and really rocked out tonight. It is special when you hear a new FB song take its place among the old standbys that you know you'll be hearing live for years (like "Bullet" for instance), and "Johnny" seems to already be attaining this status.
Another song that probably became an instant classic the moment it was heard was "Nadine". For the first time that we've ever experienced, at the beginning of "Nadine" the crowd spontaneously started clapping along before a note was sung. I'm sure the band could feel the energy from the crowd, and at one point Frank remarked, "Pretty fucking great crowd for a Tuesday night." And then added more slyly, "Is it not a school night? 'Gonna be a lot of people blowing off school tomorrow. I know that scene."
If the crowd was into it, Frank and co. certainly didn't give us a reason to settle down. "Six-Sixty-Six", the song prior, was also an intense, wild rendition, and ended the regular portion of the set with passion. "Sing for Joy," apparently this tour's designated encore (at least most of the time), ended the night on a high note, and the band left for a day off in Edmonton, leaving Dean's fair city behind (many of whom were still humming the chorus of Sing for Joy into the night) but FB seemed intent to come back. We hope he does.
Post-Script:
Six of the meet and greeters (Brian, Dean, Mike, Dan, Cody, Kevin) met for lunch yesterday and discussed the show that was, along with other various points of interest. It was a great capper to a great show.
-Dean and Brian
www.frankblack.net/gallery/gallery.asp?action=browse&categoryid=100&whichpage=1" target="_blank"> View Dean's Saskatoon Photos (2006-11-07)
"Now you're officially my woman. Kudos. I can't say I don't envy you." |
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Ziggy
* Dog in the Sand *
United Kingdom
2463 Posts |
Posted - 11/09/2006 : 07:10:13
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coastline
> Teenager of the Year <
USA
3111 Posts |
Posted - 11/09/2006 : 07:24:55
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Well, that's certainly the post of the year. Thanks, guys. I wish I could have joined you.
I could not find my honeycomb. |
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Nov. 7th, 2006 - Saskatoon, SK
