The Muse Thread - Page 918

SueDeNimes · 07-11-2009, 07:12 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by Imke;3655387
I see ... so you're visiting the Muse Lolz thread too?

YES!! Always so fun to see what they're coming up with!

The one with the chicken is priceless!!

Quote:
Originally Posted by CPRani;3655612
Ah, at the Muse board !
I'm not a member !
But if we are talking about stalking the board, that's another case..

Hi!
I'm not a member either, but it's fun lurking!

Have a nice evening!

Imke · 07-11-2009, 07:46 PM

My all time favourites ...

*Perrine* · 07-11-2009, 07:51 PM

^Hahah that's so hilarious

I didn't know about this thread !

It's so funny to see that Matt and Dom are like Chris and Jonny for us

SueDeNimes · 07-11-2009, 07:58 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by Imke;3655821
My all time favourites ...

Yes!!
The Eurasia and pregnancy ones are so great!

Quote:
Originally Posted by PePe57;3655834
^Hahah that's so hilarious
I didn't know about this thread !

It's so funny to see that Matt and Dom are like Chris and Jonny for us

Oh Perrine, have fun geting lost in that thread and

all night!!

Imke · 07-11-2009, 07:59 PM

I didn't know about the bromance either, before I lurked into the lolz thread.

SueDeNimes · 07-11-2009, 08:04 PM

Oh I also love that one signature with the google "screencap"
Did you mean: Da myoozee?

Imke · 07-11-2009, 08:06 PM

I know! ... that one cracked me up.

CPRani · 07-11-2009, 08:11 PM

I guess all male bands have some kind of special bromance

!
Poor Wolstenholme though, must be felt out!

Bernard · 07-11-2009, 09:55 PM

Dublin, November 6th 2009 - Review

There was a lot of expectation involved leading up to the moment the lights went down. For instance, I expected that Dublin's O2 would be absolutely jam-packed by the time I got my place (around 8.05pm, less than 25 minutes before a certain Devon three piece were due on stage). I was rather surprised to find that I could get myself a spot that was five rows back from the barrier (and to the extreme left - wouldn't have taken my chances in a pit again if I could have). I also expected that tonight was going to be something truly special. It's not every day that a band that so many have claimed to be the best live act on the planet drop in, after all.

The first thing that told me that this was going to be something different to any other gig I'd been to was the elaborate stage set-up. I didn't know what exactly the two (super)massive structures on stage were, so I'll just refer to them as oh, video towers or something.

(I'll try not to use that pun too much.)

The crowd seemed very expectant too. Every time a track playing over the PA finished, there would be a cheer from those on the balcony. A cheer that would die down as the next song started up. For the record, one of the tracks played over the PA was a remix of 'Never Miss A Beat' from Kaiser Chiefs' god-awful third record 'Off With Their Heads' - and what's more, it actually sounded half-decent (and a major improvement on the original song, I might add).

But yes, that moment did soon arrive. The lights dimmed, and the band took to the stage. When I say 'took to the stage', I mean 'were elevated from inside the video towers'. Yes. They gradually opened to reveal Matthew Bellamy, Chris Wolstenholme, and Dominic Howard. Nice subtle opening then?

It could only have started with one song, and that song was a breathtaking version of 'The Resistance''s lead single 'Uprising'. Instantly, every single person in the room knew that they are in for something stunning.

'Resistance' seemed to get much less of a reaction than I'd been expecting (I knew it would be played as it is most likely the third single from the album), but then things really got going with the epic 'New Born' - which has been allocated an eyebrow-raisingly early slot in the set. Granted, it was played at a slightly slower tempo than the studio version, but that made not one bit of difference to us.

Some 'Black Holes and Revelations' material followed, namely 'Map of the Problematique' (my favourite Muse song from the past three years) and a sublime 'Supermassive Black Hole' that actually couldn't have been more well received.

Next up was 'Hysteria', which got everyone, even the rather annoyingly static and tall person in front of me, moving. Then, as the piano was rolled out, we were treated to a rather nice surprise in the form of a bass-and-drums version of 'Showbiz'-era b-side 'Nishe'. It was one of only two tracks from back then that got aired tonight, the other being a stunning version of 'Unintended' which went down extremely well considering its relative obscurity.

Between these, 'United States of Eurasia' and 'Feeling Good' were brought out. The former has really come into its own as a live track - the studio version continues to leave a bit of a sour taste, mind. We were soon back into a more upbeat mood with forthcoming single 'Undisclosed Desires'.

That's when things really took off. We got three 'hits' in a row: A euphoric 'Starlight' (which proves that Muse really do have the crowd, despite the slightly detached atmosphere that can't really be helped, especially when you consider the elaborateness of the setup); 'Plug In Baby'; and 'Time Is Running Out'.

Then, to close off the main set, the band brought out my favourite song on the new record: the seven-minute 'Unnatural Selection'. I was surprised at how little moshing there was going on in certain songs, but everyone got into it here. The highlight of the night, and that is really saying something.

A short five-minute break, and the band returned for three encores. Part one of the 'Exogenesis' symphony was first up. My word, it really does work in a live setting! In fact, last night's rendition trumped the album version.

Then, to finish, the band gpt back to rocking out with 'Stockholm Syndrome', before the curtain was brought down on a spectacular night with 'Knights of Cydonia'. Plumes of smoke shot up into the air as the last note was played: a fitting ending to a gig such as this.

People often accuse Muse of hiding behind elaborate setups, not having the songs to make them stand up on their own. Bullshit. Everything was going for them tonight. Great songs, brilliant crowd, and the show? Well, it was something that had to be seen to be believed. Muse were on form last night, and when they are on form, no other band comes close. Best live band in the world? You bet.

Bernard · 07-11-2009, 09:57 PM

tl;dr version:

That was the best gig I have ever been to.

Imke · 07-11-2009, 10:07 PM

Awesome review. Thanks a lot.

It reminded me so much of my concert ... although it makes me kinda sad, that they didn't play Unintended and Feeling Good at my gig.

They are truly incredible live.

Bernard · 07-11-2009, 10:15 PM

You're welcome.

Legal Princess · 07-11-2009, 10:26 PM

The Paris gig will come very soon on 17th of this month. I'm counting down the days.

Bernard · 07-11-2009, 10:46 PM

You're in for a good time, to say the least!

jenflor · 07-11-2009, 10:53 PM

@Bernard- was the above review YOUR review? It was fantastic! sounds like an awesome show... I hope I get a chance to see it soon!

07-11-2009, 07:12 PM	#13756
SueDeNimes aMUSEd Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: in my little bubble Gender: Posts: 5,285 My Mood: Country:	Quote: Originally Posted by Imke;3655387 I see ... so you're visiting the Muse Lolz thread too? YES!! Always so fun to see what they're coming up with! The one with the chicken is priceless!! Quote: Originally Posted by CPRani;3655612 Ah, at the Muse board ! I'm not a member ! But if we are talking about stalking the board, that's another case.. Hi! I'm not a member either, but it's fun lurking! Have a nice evening! __________________ >> CLUBBING!!! << Mr. Anna & Mike are going to Wembellamy!

07-11-2009, 07:46 PM	Tweet this post! #13757
Imke ¡Mentira! ... geringfügig Free Cell Solitaire Champion! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Schlumpfhausen Gender: Posts: 6,915 My Mood: Country:	My all time favourites ... __________________ ::: Mr. Anna & Mike are going to Wembellamy! ::: Spoiler Quote: Originally Posted by ceolsige I don't think the normal you exists. Quote: Originally Posted by Dee Welcome to our perv palace. If you'd like to order a jukebox condom, turn left and talk to Julia. If you'd like to hear a fangirl talk about Muse, turn around and talk to Imke. If you'd like to talk to a pedophilic cat, turn right and talk to Kels. If you'd like to see a weirdo fall in love with a stuffed doll, stay where you are. Quote: Originally Posted by Gitta Rensolo a pink jukebox condom with white polka dots on it Quote: Originally Posted by nick311 im excited, this place is getting pretty spicy these days everyone was fighting, now everyone has a tranny. what's next last.fm Imkels ftw.

07-11-2009, 07:51 PM	#13758
Perrine ♪♫ Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Hidden in Chris vocal cords =P Gender: Posts: 7,064 My Mood: Country:	^Hahah that's so hilarious I didn't know about this thread ! It's so funny to see that Matt and Dom are like Chris and Jonny for us __________________ 2 Juillet 2009 - Arras 7 Septembre 2009 - Paris "that was the best gig we've ever done - ever" Chris 18 Septembre 2009 - Wembley 19 Septembre 2009 - WEMBLEY !!! Thanks to all the lovely Coldplayers, and see you soon Coldplay

07-11-2009, 07:58 PM	#13759
SueDeNimes aMUSEd Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: in my little bubble Gender: Posts: 5,285 My Mood: Country:	Quote: Originally Posted by Imke;3655821 My all time favourites ... Yes!! The Eurasia and pregnancy ones are so great! Quote: Originally Posted by PePe57;3655834 ^Hahah that's so hilarious I didn't know about this thread ! It's so funny to see that Matt and Dom are like Chris and Jonny for us Oh Perrine, have fun geting lost in that thread and all night!! __________________ >> CLUBBING!!! << Mr. Anna & Mike are going to Wembellamy!

07-11-2009, 07:59 PM	Tweet this post! #13760
Imke ¡Mentira! ... geringfügig Free Cell Solitaire Champion! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Schlumpfhausen Gender: Posts: 6,915 My Mood: Country:	I didn't know about the bromance either, before I lurked into the lolz thread. __________________ ::: Mr. Anna & Mike are going to Wembellamy! ::: Spoiler Quote: Originally Posted by ceolsige I don't think the normal you exists. Quote: Originally Posted by Dee Welcome to our perv palace. If you'd like to order a jukebox condom, turn left and talk to Julia. If you'd like to hear a fangirl talk about Muse, turn around and talk to Imke. If you'd like to talk to a pedophilic cat, turn right and talk to Kels. If you'd like to see a weirdo fall in love with a stuffed doll, stay where you are. Quote: Originally Posted by Gitta Rensolo a pink jukebox condom with white polka dots on it Quote: Originally Posted by nick311 im excited, this place is getting pretty spicy these days everyone was fighting, now everyone has a tranny. what's next last.fm Imkels ftw.

07-11-2009, 08:04 PM	#13761
SueDeNimes aMUSEd Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: in my little bubble Gender: Posts: 5,285 My Mood: Country:	Oh I also love that one signature with the google "screencap" Did you mean: Da myoozee? __________________ >> CLUBBING!!! << Mr. Anna & Mike are going to Wembellamy!

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Imke ¡Mentira! ... geringfügig Free Cell Solitaire Champion! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Schlumpfhausen Gender: Posts: 6,915 My Mood: Country:	I know! ... that one cracked me up. __________________ ::: Mr. Anna & Mike are going to Wembellamy! ::: Spoiler Quote: Originally Posted by ceolsige I don't think the normal you exists. Quote: Originally Posted by Dee Welcome to our perv palace. If you'd like to order a jukebox condom, turn left and talk to Julia. If you'd like to hear a fangirl talk about Muse, turn around and talk to Imke. If you'd like to talk to a pedophilic cat, turn right and talk to Kels. If you'd like to see a weirdo fall in love with a stuffed doll, stay where you are. Quote: Originally Posted by Gitta Rensolo a pink jukebox condom with white polka dots on it Quote: Originally Posted by nick311 im excited, this place is getting pretty spicy these days everyone was fighting, now everyone has a tranny. what's next last.fm Imkels ftw.

07-11-2009, 08:11 PM	#13763
CPRani Mort Rainey. Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Wembley Stadium. If only. Gender: Posts: 4,966 My Mood: Country:	I guess all male bands have some kind of special bromance ! Poor Wolstenholme though, must be felt out! __________________ Oslo Spectrum -19.09.08 Koengen, Bergen -19.08.09 Thank you Chris, Will, Guy and Jonny! Keeping up the Scandinavian Pride!

07-11-2009, 09:55 PM	#13764
Bernard (Graces) Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Ireland Gender: Posts: 2,205 My Mood: Country:	Dublin, November 6th 2009 - Review There was a lot of expectation involved leading up to the moment the lights went down. For instance, I expected that Dublin's O2 would be absolutely jam-packed by the time I got my place (around 8.05pm, less than 25 minutes before a certain Devon three piece were due on stage). I was rather surprised to find that I could get myself a spot that was five rows back from the barrier (and to the extreme left - wouldn't have taken my chances in a pit again if I could have). I also expected that tonight was going to be something truly special. It's not every day that a band that so many have claimed to be the best live act on the planet drop in, after all. The first thing that told me that this was going to be something different to any other gig I'd been to was the elaborate stage set-up. I didn't know what exactly the two (super)massive structures on stage were, so I'll just refer to them as oh, video towers or something. (I'll try not to use that pun too much.) The crowd seemed very expectant too. Every time a track playing over the PA finished, there would be a cheer from those on the balcony. A cheer that would die down as the next song started up. For the record, one of the tracks played over the PA was a remix of 'Never Miss A Beat' from Kaiser Chiefs' god-awful third record 'Off With Their Heads' - and what's more, it actually sounded half-decent (and a major improvement on the original song, I might add). But yes, that moment did soon arrive. The lights dimmed, and the band took to the stage. When I say 'took to the stage', I mean 'were elevated from inside the video towers'. Yes. They gradually opened to reveal Matthew Bellamy, Chris Wolstenholme, and Dominic Howard. Nice subtle opening then? It could only have started with one song, and that song was a breathtaking version of 'The Resistance''s lead single 'Uprising'. Instantly, every single person in the room knew that they are in for something stunning. 'Resistance' seemed to get much less of a reaction than I'd been expecting (I knew it would be played as it is most likely the third single from the album), but then things really got going with the epic 'New Born' - which has been allocated an eyebrow-raisingly early slot in the set. Granted, it was played at a slightly slower tempo than the studio version, but that made not one bit of difference to us. Some 'Black Holes and Revelations' material followed, namely 'Map of the Problematique' (my favourite Muse song from the past three years) and a sublime 'Supermassive Black Hole' that actually couldn't have been more well received. Next up was 'Hysteria', which got everyone, even the rather annoyingly static and tall person in front of me, moving. Then, as the piano was rolled out, we were treated to a rather nice surprise in the form of a bass-and-drums version of 'Showbiz'-era b-side 'Nishe'. It was one of only two tracks from back then that got aired tonight, the other being a stunning version of 'Unintended' which went down extremely well considering its relative obscurity. Between these, 'United States of Eurasia' and 'Feeling Good' were brought out. The former has really come into its own as a live track - the studio version continues to leave a bit of a sour taste, mind. We were soon back into a more upbeat mood with forthcoming single 'Undisclosed Desires'. That's when things really took off. We got three 'hits' in a row: A euphoric 'Starlight' (which proves that Muse really do have the crowd, despite the slightly detached atmosphere that can't really be helped, especially when you consider the elaborateness of the setup); 'Plug In Baby'; and 'Time Is Running Out'. Then, to close off the main set, the band brought out my favourite song on the new record: the seven-minute 'Unnatural Selection'. I was surprised at how little moshing there was going on in certain songs, but everyone got into it here. The highlight of the night, and that is really saying something. A short five-minute break, and the band returned for three encores. Part one of the 'Exogenesis' symphony was first up. My word, it really does work in a live setting! In fact, last night's rendition trumped the album version. Then, to finish, the band gpt back to rocking out with 'Stockholm Syndrome', before the curtain was brought down on a spectacular night with 'Knights of Cydonia'. Plumes of smoke shot up into the air as the last note was played: a fitting ending to a gig such as this. People often accuse Muse of hiding behind elaborate setups, not having the songs to make them stand up on their own. Bullshit. Everything was going for them tonight. Great songs, brilliant crowd, and the show? Well, it was something that had to be seen to be believed. Muse were on form last night, and when they are on form, no other band comes close. Best live band in the world? You bet. __________________ Vote Crests for friendliest poster! I am ill. I am lost. Yeah, I am doomed. Yes it's hard to hear 'cos I know it's the truth. People that are especially full of win: Bianca Crests Laura Alyssa Eddie Shane Mark

07-11-2009, 09:57 PM	#13765
Bernard (Graces) Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Ireland Gender: Posts: 2,205 My Mood: Country:	tl;dr version: That was the best gig I have ever been to. __________________ Vote Crests for friendliest poster! I am ill. I am lost. Yeah, I am doomed. Yes it's hard to hear 'cos I know it's the truth. People that are especially full of win: Bianca Crests Laura Alyssa Eddie Shane Mark

07-11-2009, 10:07 PM	Tweet this post! #13766
Imke ¡Mentira! ... geringfügig Free Cell Solitaire Champion! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Schlumpfhausen Gender: Posts: 6,915 My Mood: Country:	Awesome review. Thanks a lot. It reminded me so much of my concert ... although it makes me kinda sad, that they didn't play Unintended and Feeling Good at my gig. They are truly incredible live. __________________ ::: Mr. Anna & Mike are going to Wembellamy! ::: Spoiler Quote: Originally Posted by ceolsige I don't think the normal you exists. Quote: Originally Posted by Dee Welcome to our perv palace. If you'd like to order a jukebox condom, turn left and talk to Julia. If you'd like to hear a fangirl talk about Muse, turn around and talk to Imke. If you'd like to talk to a pedophilic cat, turn right and talk to Kels. If you'd like to see a weirdo fall in love with a stuffed doll, stay where you are. Quote: Originally Posted by Gitta Rensolo a pink jukebox condom with white polka dots on it Quote: Originally Posted by nick311 im excited, this place is getting pretty spicy these days everyone was fighting, now everyone has a tranny. what's next last.fm Imkels ftw.

07-11-2009, 10:15 PM	#13767
Bernard (Graces) Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Ireland Gender: Posts: 2,205 My Mood: Country:	You're welcome. __________________ Vote Crests for friendliest poster! I am ill. I am lost. Yeah, I am doomed. Yes it's hard to hear 'cos I know it's the truth. People that are especially full of win: Bianca Crests Laura Alyssa Eddie Shane Mark

07-11-2009, 10:26 PM	#13768
Legal Princess Legal Princess Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Paris Gender: Posts: 4,196 My Mood: Country:	The Paris gig will come very soon on 17th of this month. I'm counting down the days. __________________ Lights go out and I can't be saved Tides that I tried to swim against Put me down upon my knees Oh I beg, I beg and plead PARIS-BERCY 9 SEPT 2008 PARIS-Parc des Princes 7 SEPT 2009

07-11-2009, 10:46 PM	#13769
Bernard (Graces) Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Ireland Gender: Posts: 2,205 My Mood: Country:	You're in for a good time, to say the least! __________________ Vote Crests for friendliest poster! I am ill. I am lost. Yeah, I am doomed. Yes it's hard to hear 'cos I know it's the truth. People that are especially full of win: Bianca Crests Laura Alyssa Eddie Shane Mark

07-11-2009, 10:53 PM	#13770
jenflor Give me love over this... Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Gender: Posts: 1,636 Country:	@Bernard- was the above review YOUR review? It was fantastic! sounds like an awesome show... I hope I get a chance to see it soon! __________________ Summer of Coldplay 06.10.09- San Antonio... 1st row upgrade!07.21.09- Dallas... PIT!! 07.22.09- Houston... Chillin' on the lawn by the c-stage Thank you, Danielle!