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Big ticket? I think it's about time they shell out and get Neil Young! Also- If this Kinks reunion is real, GET THEM!

Furthur didn't seem entirely disastrous bad to me. Must've been at least 4000 on the pitch. You would think Monahan would consider Widespread Panic the 'Hippy Disaster' night.. that was a dark evening, turnout wise. Attendance at the main stage felt like it maxed out at 300 peeps.

Thanks Edger! It was nice seeing a lot of music- it's been a while. Appreciate you reading them!

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Hey tbone! I think Festival Plaza is a temporary site while they fix up the sewers at Confederation Park. It isn't ideal, but it's a nice convenient alternative! The Tartan stage is definitely over on the Lisgar field- same tent.

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Welcome to Ottawa, Jaydawg! I hear the 27 club is great! I hope it's nice buzzy night!

Totally. Also- the line-up was a little on the sleepy side last year, IMO.

I agree, it was a lovely night of music. Thanks for the hookup RobL! Too bad they couldn't find a mic for the violinist- he was inaudible! Also-Not often you see a non-ironic duster on stage or in life. I was a doubter, but the bass player owned it. Also also- how about that 'Dangerous' Wayne Lorenz? Kyla thought he seemed like an over-eager SNL sound-guy parody. I felt like I had a bit of a love/hate, 'what is he doing up there?' vibe. But- I like that Lanois seems to be the welcoming type, and maybe I didn't understand his role.

This loss is still quite surreal, but I find it so touching to read these thoughts on this forum that he clearly loved, and to which he also contributed so much. Especially, accompanied by some familiar avatars/handles long unseen.. It's also truly heartwarming to look back on some of Brad's (often really impressive) writings, and to remember that we really made a difference in his life, just by being a welcoming pack of weirdos. He was truly a human adhesive for this strange collective, keeping records, keeping track. We will miss you bud. RIP Bradm

Wish I'd seen this earlier! Could've worked out some kinda bulk deal!

Spectacular attempts! (Nice find DB!)

Ad, XO, gm.

Lol- I was baiting Velvet.

Hey! Been meaning to mention this for a while! On Dec 4th, Zeus is playing Zaphod's with openers TUMS, a brand spankin' new supergroup which includes the amazing Murphy bros: Chris and Matt, and Mike O'Neill from the Inbreds and other solo magic-making! This is the first time in a while I've been stoked to line up for an early show at Eugene's. Hope to see some of you there!!

Good luck dude!

Lol- Big Love DB. We WILL get our tennis date.

Hey - if ticket is available I'll buy it. PM me.

Oh man- that performance is dark.

Good for them! Though- I'm not sure James McCartney inherited his father's talent, charisma, looks, like-ability, metabolism or hairline.. Anyway, I hope it amounts to more than a tragically hilarious documentary.

Remember the movie Mannequin? What a unique love story that was... The concept gave new optics to 'Today's Special' too.

Love both the Rheostatics, and Joni Mitchell, and respect them both immensely. I don't think Joni's music requires her to be a politician. Unlike Bidini, and his every-man/every-fan union leader position in Can-Rock. Joni doesn't require the same nice-ness, or approachable enthusiasm, or the explicit artist-audience interaction that defines Bidini's career, because her songs are that good, and her career is that unique. Sometimes assholes make the best art, so I guess deal with it. He has no right to make suggestions about her personality, or opinions- and this piece definitely comes across as desperate, or something... Maybe this is an intentional error in judgement which will eventually act as the opening chapter in a new book about Joni Mitchell? One where after this article, a public feud, and eventual teary reconciliation at the Junos, Bidini is finally invited to meet her for an extensive retreat/interview at her B.C. home, and thoughtfully reflects on stories from her career, and his own, while driving his Chrysler LeBaron across Canada.