Phantom

I suppose it all depends on ones definition of a "train wreck". To me, mistakes/misteps/errors are not train wrecks. Mistakes are only natural, and like everyone else, the guys are subject to having them. They are only human. I was at the Cleveland show for Time Machine, and they had a mistake/error on Presto. To me, that's not a train wreck. Some artists make they're way onstage in no condition to play, and barely make their way through their songs, and if they do, they end up butchering them. To me, those are train wrecks.

I hadn't thought of Nov 22, but that's an interesting thought. I'm not a 100% certain, but I think DVD and CD releases are typically on Tuesday's, and Nov 22 is a Friday. As for Neil's camera shot of " we have assumed control ", it's DAMN cool! As of this moment, the video is marked " private " . I wonder what's up with that??

I don't think what we're seeing is the actual camera mix of the dvd.... to me, this appears to be quick edits from a bunch of different songs, all strung together. I recall the promo video for Time Machine was much the same.

From what I've seen and heard of this clip, the audio and visuals look absolutely stellar.

There drumer reeds too much books.

Malone to recruit: Why do you want to join the police force? Recruit: I uhhh,,,, ummm.... I think I can.... ummm... Help??.... Uh, help the force? Malone: There goes the next chief of police.

They wouldn't suck that badly if they'd just add a Tuba solo now and then.

I'd not heard of John Gomm before, but my nephew introduced this to me. Though I'm not a guitarist, this seems quite innovative to me.

I agree. Front row is nice, but I think you get a better "show experience" by being back a bit. I've seen Rush from every angle (except backstage) including the obscured view and the distant view. The big screens help make up for lack of "up close" vision and the light show when you are back a bit is spectacular. I always like seats around the mixing board, if I can't get up next to Geddy. You get a great view and the sound is always good. I sat in row one in Vegas, but my tickets were freebies so I can't comment on the cost vs the value. I would point out that the visuals are almost completely lost from that close. However, the coolest thing about being in row 1 was that I could hear Neil's drum's directly, not just through the speakers. Hearing and seeing that up close was extremely cool.

You've got that right Frippy... there are some things we have no control over. I've been through the first's (anniversary's, bday's, etc) and they are all very tough. Just remember, when we honestly ask ourselves which people in our lives mean the most to us, we often find that it is those who, instead of giving advice, solutions or cures, have chosen rather to share our pain, and touch our wounds with a warm and tender hand. I have no doubt that there are many people who are there for you, including many here in this forum, who will lighten the load by sharing your grief. Keep well Frippy! Cheers,

Well Fripp, well if it's in a good way, then I'm happy. :) Having lost my mother, many years ago, I know only too well the stinging pain of a loss as great as yours. It's a searing pain like no other. But I once heard a man speak about loss and bereavement, and his words comforted me then, and now, more than any other words I've ever heard. I hope they bring comfort to you too. Death seeks to obliterate the footprints that we leave on earth, and to erase our loved ones presence. BUT memories of our loved ones denies death that final victory - as if to say that it can take my mother from this earth but it can't take her from me. Our memories and our love are not stronger than death, because they can't bring them back. BUT, they are not weaker either, because as long as we remember them, they have not disappeared. To feel that we have lost them, but we haven't lost them - that they are gone, but they are here. Frippy, I know you'll never forget your father, and just know that all the good things you do in your lifetime will keep him here. Best to you and your family....

Thank you, Phantom. Your kind words are helping more than you know. :) Keep well Fripp.. Your Dad is proud of you. :)

I'm glad you're doing well. You'll be honoring your father everytime you practise acts of kindness, and everytime you'll do so, his values will live on in this world.

No problem Frippy. Hope you're doing well. Recently, I read something about an elderly woman recounting something that her husband told her as he was close to passing. She asked him how she was supposed to live without him, and he replied: "Take the love you have for me and spread it around ". As tough as life can be sometimes, I think thats important for all of us to remember.

Sorry to hear Frippy. My best to you. Having lost my mother close to 20 years ago, in my own experience, the first year was the toughest. If I learned anything from the experience, it was that for me, I had to make sure not to try to avoid the sense of loss, and to accept the pain I was going through (as difficult as it was). I grieved for a long time for my mother, and some people wondered if I'd ever get over it. It was so awful at some points, but I made a conscious decision just to accept what I was feeling, and not to hurry myself through the grief... I believe that it helped me in the long run, as eventually, I came to feel so much better. Now when I think of my mother, I have only the fondest of memories. It's my hope that you're comforted by those who care most about you and your family, and that your father rests eternally in peace and dignity.

In Beyond the lighted stage, doesn't Geddy make reference to them indulging during the making of Caress of Steel?

That is a pretty cool letter from Neil.. Is it just me, or does the Ged signature look different from his more recent sig's?

Great topic. I recall a friend of mine who worked in radio mentioning to me (many years ago) that he'd heard isolated recordings of Alex's singing during live shows..... and that they weren't all that flattering. I suppose it would be possible to isolate Alex's vocal mic, and it'd be interesting to hear it. I wonder if anything of the sort can be found online?

Though I didn't see last night's broadcast, I understand that this clip was not included? Too bad... as it kind of says it all.

As long as it's a noticeable improvement from the album release, with some breathing room, it'll make for a very interesting listen.

Great thread Mara.... Alex is the consumate team player, and it seems he's taken to letting Neil and Ged have more of the instrumental spotlight. I too long for the type of playing he showcased on songs like La Villa, and Jacob's Ladder.

The man is only human... perhaps he's trying to quit but cheats every now and then It's not entirely unheard of :eyeroll: Yeah, actually the thought did occur to me. I met him at a restaurant just before this tour kicked off, and he was in there all night, and didn't leave for a smoke break.As an aside, he was just about one of the most polite people I ever met. He really is one of the nicest soft spoken person I've met too. Oh and funny as hell! I know! Not only was he really funny, he was also totally engaging in conversation. It's not often that famous people will actually engage in any significant conversation with fans, much beyond the basic pleasantries, and I can understand that. It must get tiresome.... especially when they're out for dinner. But when I met Al, he seemed to really take interest in shooting the breeze a bit. What an awesome guy.

The man is only human... perhaps he's trying to quit but cheats every now and then It's not entirely unheard of :eyeroll: Yeah, actually the thought did occur to me. I met him at a restaurant just before this tour kicked off, and he was in there all night, and didn't leave for a smoke break.As an aside, he was just about one of the most polite people I ever met.

Good on him that he gave it a shot. From what I've heard, quitting is really really tough.

Where's the evidence of this?? I just noticed that someone has already posted the pic. I recall Big Al talking about quitting on the Rush in Rio DVD, but don't know if he ever did or not. Maybe he's been smoking all along? I'm not sure why, but I was under the impression that Neil was the only one who still smoked.