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on Sunday April 18 2004, @10:30PM
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Anaheim, CA - The Grove of Anaheim (Apr. 18, 2004) post-show
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great show (Score:1)
(User #106 Info | http://www.dacid.net/)
That Show Sucked (Score:0)
May I? (Score:2, Insightful)
I was well-dressed, and stood right behind the first line of people next to the stage.
I didn't dance, sing aloud, shout.
I just stood in awe, enjoying the man whose music I listened to so religiously over the past few years.
Do you mind if I can just do that? Just stand there awestruck and listen quietly?
I won't bother anyone, I just want to feel the music, and see my man.
(User #10559 Info | http://www.dolefulorange.com/)
Parent
The show was lacking... (Score:0)
Well....I had a good time! (Score:0)
Morrissey looked quite stunning in that red jacket he was wearing. As well as all the other band mates! I love what they all wore. And Morrissey just looked GREAT! Honestly, he looks so good now! Better than 2002 Tour in my opinion. Morrissey just keeps getting better and better.
-The End
That Show Was A Crashing Bore (Score:0)
Vegas was smooth!!! Anaheim is to be forgotten. I cant wait til Thursday til he's back in Moz Angeles.
The Band (Score:1)
(User #69 Info)
Vegas vs. Anaheim (Score:0)
Re:Vegas vs. Anaheim (Score:2, Funny)
On the other hand I go see moz but, a wild mad fer'et crowd makes it all the better, ask Moz himself NO musician likes a DEAD crowd!
(User #7276 Info)
Parent
Great sShow (Score:1)
PS also check out Club Planet earth great club
(User #10728 Info)
attack (Score:1)
(User #270 Info | http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=19109435)
Wankers in Anaheim(must be those Angel fans?) (Score:0)
I fucking came in my pants in my pants in my pants (Score:0, Troll)
(User #8167 Info)
Great Show Lame Crowd (Score:0)
So, Everyone "Cant we all just get along"
If you dont have something nice to post then do not post at all!!!
Thank You,
God Bless,
Hector(The First of The GAng To Die"
wonderful night! (Score:2, Informative)
first of the gang to die
hairdresser on fire
how can anybody possibly..
a rush and a push..
i have forgiven jesus
subway into everyday is like sunday
i know its gonna happen someday
such a little thing into little man...
i'm not sorry
the headmaster ritual
the world is full of crashing..
all the lazy dykes
no one can hold a candle to you
jack the ripper
i like you
there is a light..
encore:
irish blood, english heart
(User #6706 Info)
On cloud nine! (Score:1)
Fist off, I love all the new songs. I'd say my favorite was "how could anybody know how I possibly feel" top song!
Got a chance to meet with the lads.. had a few words exchanged before everybody noticed to whom we were speaking with. Nearly had a heart attack when I was just about to confuse Boz with Moz before we got a closer look to see who it really was. I still trembled when I realized it was boz. Gary, Boz, Alain, and Dean just looked at us walking straight ahead towards them waiting to say something. They finally did before I could say anything. We chit chatted about vegas and how Gary gambled in the airport casino winning 3 times straight (didn't say what game) and all the boys were fooling around telling each other off. All very funny characters you can tell they get along fine. I asked if Moz was around, but they didn't know where he was. They don't see him much for most of the tour which i thought was a bit strange but understandable since it is Moz. The boys even spoke to a couple of peoples relatives? over the cell phones. very funny conversations and they seemed glad to do so.
The crowd was very mellow once everyone had their places. There was a mad rush to get to the pit, and the sloops getting to tier 1 didnt help either, im sure someone must have fallen. Everybody was pushing and shoving to get the wristbands. A bit frantic really 'cos at any moment anything could of happened. Once I got my perfect spot on the barricade i was set for the show. Morrissey unexpectedly took my hand during Jack the Ripper!!!!! I guess all that looking into his eyes paid off! hehe
Im surprised I even managed to reach his stretched out hand... (it took a minute for people to react) Everyone reached out but I had a good grip in his hand. I wasn't letting go, i managed to hold his hand with both hands, he didnt seem to mind since he was still singing until his bodyguard interfered. Totally understandable. Ahhh, I can't get the look he gave me while reaching for me out of my head! Im as jumpy as a school girl.
I have a mix perception of the crowd... It was great in a way because everyone seemed to be considerate of others by keeping quiet during the new songs. But, I also think it could have been a bit more livelier!? The crowd actually behaved for once. All in all it was a great show, he was talkative and had very humorous facial expressions and hand signals.
p.s what was up with those flowers hanging from his belt? Couldn't keep my eyes off it. They all looked very dashing in their suits.
(User #1626 Info)
heck of a weekend (Score:1, Interesting)
joey
(User #8691 Info)
What is Subway? (Score:0)
No "Speedway" ? (Score:1)
if so then it is a shame as it is one of his best in my opinion.
(User #7076 Info)
And skip to the end. (Score:0)
What is Subway? (Score:0)
Mute Wine list (Score:0)
America is Not the World (Score:0)
is this Lazy Dykes? (Score:1)
it has the lines
'Funny how I like you so...'
'oh you don't speak spanish/mexican'
and a voice sample 'fucking students'
anyone know what it is?
off-topic I know-sorry
(User #10732 Info)
Great Show!!! (Score:0)
i'm waiting for.... (Score:0)
My version (Score:1, Informative)
Anyway, the songs sounded really good for the most part. "I'm Not Sorry" was a little cheesy only because of its prerecorded drum track or whatever it was. It sounded like Sade should be singing it. "I Have Forgiven Jesus" sounded better than its wince-inducing title would suggest. I especially like the line asking Jesus, "Do you hate me?" "All the Lazy Dykes" had a good melody. It's has a slow, dramatic feel to it, for those who are still wondering. I felt that "Crashing Bores" was played more slowly than the last tour, and the pace of many of the songs was too slow, in my opinion. I think this might contribute to what some people feel was a "lack of energy." I think the problem is that there are no really "exciting" (as in fast tempo?) songs being played. Does he really need to bring back "The Boy Racer"? Perhaps, just to get the crowd into it. The set started off good, with "First of the Gang" and "Hairdresser," but after that, the crowd seemed to mellow out quite a bit.
Jack the Ripper sounds different, because of the keyboards perhaps. Also, the last chorus ["crash into my arms..."] is played without guitars, leaving Morrissey's voice to really stand out [perhaps this is also meant as a crowd sing-a-long part, but I couldn't really hear the crowd]. In general, Morrissey's voice sounded much stronger than the past two tours. He did a great job.
Morrissey asked the crowd, "Do any of you have tickets for the Wiltern?" [cheers] "Then you agree that the tickets were very expensive." He also said that he had taken singing lessons since the Las Vegas show, although they didn't help him. Morrissey called out, "Julia?" and found her in the front and pointed at her.
One thing I thought was pretty cool was the way the band exited the stage during "There Is a Light." One by one, they put their instruments down as the rest of the band kept playing--Alain, Boz, Gary, then Dean--finally leaving the new keyboardist ("Mikey" as Moz called him) onstage playing that string melody. It was a good way for the crowd to give some appreciation to each band member individually.
As for the merchandise: it's lacking. Except for the one shirt with the Quarry cover, the other shirts have "Morrissey" in old English or whatever font that is (same as 2002 tour) with the gun underneath. And they're $30! I thought the bootleg shirts in the parking lot were better than those.
Finally, the intro tape: uhhh. Some songs in French. Some songs that sound like easy listening music. A Sinatra-sounding song near the end that's really good. And I really like the "song" that comes on right before they come out: "Gut-Wrenching Disappointment...Macho Dickhead...Apartheid...Unfaithful Lover...The Royal Family." Interesting.
Okay, that's all I can really think of to say about the show. Sorry if you don't like my review. Everyone's experience is bound to be unique in some way.
--Nobody's Nothing
Groves of Stiffs. Moz is the only "still living". (Score:0)
A kind fyi (Score:1)
(User #1626 Info)
I thought the show was great! (Score:1)
(User #6009 Info | http://beaurock.net/)
What Tour Merchandise was available? (Score:0)
Anaheim Show (Score:0)
Growing up with morrissey and smiths really makes an impact in your life whether you a girl or a boy or whether your gay or not. I really don't think that really matter, I focus on morrissey's lyrics and thoughts. He is a great writer and entertainer.
Last night brought back fond memories, like getting front row tickets to his "First American Show" at the san diego sports arena back in 91' I remember paying the bouncer $10 to get on stage to later dive back into the crowd. Back then tickets were going for $25, much less than last night but it was more than 10 years ago and my pockets aren't as light.
Another memory is going to his Del Mar show where I spent most of the time floating. I remember grabing morrissey's shirt to later be brought down by a crowd trying to get a piece of it, much like last night. I also remember morrissey trying to get me on stage on the second to the last song.
Last night's show was a little mellow and the crowd seemed to be really into the show when he sand older tracks and smiths songs. Overall, I liked the show and I would pay to see him again. I might not crowd surf or dress the part anymore but I still am a big fan.
I hope I didn't bore anyone, I just wanted to share my thougts.
Sincerely,
Long time fan...
The Grove was Great! (Score:1)
never before have I had the chance to be so close.
(My wife and I were lucky enough to stand in tier 2). Notheless, it was a small venue and no matter where you were, you had a great view of The Man. The vibe was good, and Morrissey definitely sounded good...as usual. I personally enjoyed "How could anybody know possibly know how I feel"! It has a nostolgic feel to it. I absolutely loved the entire show. All the people next to us were nice, no shoving nor pushing. I can't wait for The Wiltern!
(User #4574 Info)
concerts (Score:1)
(User #10189 Info)
Purple Skirt (Score:0)
Great bar, good drink selections, prices of course high but a cool little joint.
Morrissey rocked the Grove... (Score:1)
Yes, I too would have preferred that he sing some of his classics, but his repetoire is so brilliant that he was still amazing!
By the way, loved the intro! How he listed, I presume, things that Morrissey despises, such as racism, apartheid, nelson mandela's imprisionment, miscarriage, sexual harrassment...
I love you Morrissey, anywhere, anytime!!
(User #10735 Info)
What was the average age (aprox) of the audience? (Score:1)
(User #10290 Info)
It's a Shame That There's No Point in Seeing him (Score:0)
i can't wait to hear the new CD (hey, i'm still a fan) but i can't find any good reason to go see him play live anymore. not unless he holds me for a little while.
this is not a man who pushes himself. this is a man who enjoys the worship and runs back to the bus.
Piece of Morrissey's Shirt (Score:0)
This is a piece of Morrissey's shirt I managed to grab at last night's show.
http://us.f2.yahoofs.com/users/40845fba_18573/bc/659d/__sr_/8b8d.jpg?phpRGhAB7Bl DF4yK
Shown at actual size.
-The End
Piece of Morrissey's Shirt - Part II (Score:1, Interesting)
http://www.geocities.com/mozergirl/mozshirt.jpg
-The End
Let's give em ell in L.A. (Score:1)
So Moz is back in L.A. this thursday, Ive read ALL the post bout how the crowd was soo DEAD!! I wanna be in the pit and have it be like "Hulmerist" I wanna see lads and lasses flying over me to jump on stage, people singing to every song, sweating, fainting, crying. I want to show Moz that L.A. fans are HIS #1 fans!!!
(User #7276 Info)
Did any fans get on stage... (Score:1)
(User #10290 Info)
2 tickets for the Wiltern! This Thursday (Score:1)
(User #5329 Info)
Morrissey in Vegas Sings Smiths Songs! (Score:1)
(User #10703 Info)
shouldnt you be happy......... (Score:1)
(User #5229 Info)
Pictures of Last Night's Show (Score:1)
(User #10738 Info)
Soundclips from the album! (Score:2)
I've already submitted it to david to be put on the site.
It looks like an official site and it has one minute soundclips of IBEH, Come Back to Camden, and You Know I Couldn't Last, as well as the full lyrics to them.
I heard there were more to come.
www.youarethequarry.net
It's weird no one knows.
(User #10559 Info | http://www.dolefulorange.com/)
Pictures of Last Night's Show @ The Grove (Score:4, Interesting)
I'd like to share with you some pictures I took with my cell phone camera of last night's amazing show! They are a bit small and grainy and you can't even see Morrissey's face, but hey, it's something! It's just a little momento I'd like to share with everyone and I hope some other people do also.
Anyway, I collected them rather quickly and set them up at this page. Here is the link:
http://www.geocities.com/mozergirl/mozgrove.html
Hope you guys can make out each picture. lol
Enjoy!
-Monica M.
(User #10738 Info)
Give Monica some credit (Score:1)
After the Phoenix show last year I quickly made mp3's and emailed them out to people who asked. I posted lyrics that night.
People are taking forever to answer questions.
I still have no idea if Such a Little Thing... ends with "Leave me alone I was only singing...."
No one is sure if Subway is the NYD song Subway Train.
So for a bunch of crummy pictures, its more than most people have given.
(User #8415 Info)
Loved Anaheim... (Score:1)
I love you, Morrissey!
(User #658 Info)
Morrissey Is Not The World(Italy Isnt Either) (Score:0)
Such A Little Thing Makes Such A Big Deal (Score:1)
(User #9259 Info)