Alpine Valley Music Theatre | July 3-4, 2010

[malachite00]

Does anyone know what the VIP Upgrade gets you at Alpine? I saw that Live Nation had this for sale on their website. It doesn't include a concert ticket, but will upgrade your existing ticket so you have access to a VIP lounge. Is it worth it? I do remember last year not being able to buy anything to drink except Bud Light or something - does this lounge have a full bar?

[Crumbo]

Does anyone know what the VIP Upgrade gets you at Alpine? I saw that Live Nation had this for sale on their website. It doesn't include a concert ticket, but will upgrade your existing ticket so you have access to a VIP lounge. Is it worth it? I do remember last year not being able to buy anything to drink except Bud Light or something - does this lounge have a full bar?

not a full bar, but more variety and very expensive

it also has a buffet before the show

but it's way up the hill, so if you plan on going to get a drink during a song, don't expect to be back to your seat before that song ends

[malachite00]

not a full bar, but more variety and very expensive

it also has a buffet before the show

but it's way up the hill, so if you plan on going to get a drink during a song, don't expect to be back to your seat before that song ends

Thanks. It's $60 per person, so it doesn't sound worth it.

[Smokey the Bear]

Thanks. It's $60 per person, so it doesn't sound worth it.

Not at all. I've been there before, its not a bad place to go hang out if you aren't into tailgating. They have a pretty good buffet, private bathrooms, and a band playing on the balcony. That being said, I love tailgating, and the beer/drinks are still full price up there. Not worth the price.

[malachite00]

OK, one more question for any Chicago area people -- what is a realistic estimate for how long it will take to drive from Lake Geneva, WI back to Chicago O'Hare on July 5th (which is likely a holiday for a lot of people)? If I had a 10am flight, how early would I need to leave?

Do most people take the 94 freeway between O'Hare and Alpine? Last year we took little highways and it took forever to get there.

[simbro]

OK, one more question for any Chicago area people -- what is a realistic estimate for how long it will take to drive from Lake Geneva, WI back to Chicago O'Hare on July 5th (which is likely a holiday for a lot of people)? If I had a 10am flight, how early would I need to leave?

Do most people take the 94 freeway between O'Hare and Alpine? Last year we took little highways and it took forever to get there.

i would say around 2 hours, if not more. it should only take 1, but Lake Geneva is going to be packed that weekend and there will be a lot of people coming back.

for a 10 am flight, i would probably try to leave between 6 and 7. at that time the traffic shouldnt be too bad.

[malachite00]

i would say around 2 hours, if not more. it should only take 1, but Lake Geneva is going to be packed that weekend and there will be a lot of people coming back.

for a 10 am flight, i would probably try to leave between 6 and 7. at that time the traffic shouldnt be too bad.

Thanks. I went with the 10am flight because I need to get home Monday and for some ridiculous reason there are very few flights between Chicago and So Cal (my choices were 10am and 5pm). Should make for a miserable drive to the airport.

Last year it took over 4 hours to drive from Midway airport to Lake Geneva on Saturday, but we took all the little highways. Think we'll try the freeway this time.

[CRUSHsoccer15]

Can. Not. Wait.

Can't wait.

[malachite00]

Do the seat numbers on sections 201 and 203 start from the inside or outside? ie. is seat 2 in section 203 right next to 202 or on the far outside? I tried looking at the seating charts, but the ones with seat numbers are so tiny I can't figure them out.

[JmoneyDMB]

Do the seat numbers on sections 201 and 203 start from the inside or outside? ie. is seat 2 in section 203 right next to 202 or on the far outside? I tried looking at the seating charts, but the ones with seat numbers are so tiny I can't figure them out.

The lower the seat numbers in sec 201 or 203 the closer you are to the center section

[sean52692]

So theres just a huge pit for these shows? I wish it was smaller, but I guess I dont have to get those tix.

[Jayes]

I'll Be there! camping at the state park

[Koko the Monkey]

I'm still looking for some pavilion tickets for both nights if anyone has any extras

[SomeDevil17]

is the lawn actually sold out on saturday for this or am i an idiot?

[CRUSHsoccer15]

Saturday usually completely sells out ahead of time. So probably.

[shadowraven]

being that Sunday is 4th of July, I see it as a weekend night too - so it'll probably sell pretty full.

[shadowraven]

anyone know when tickets are shipping?

[dandtrock]

2 people actually backed out of this (they have a very good reason) - they may have some spare pav tix for both nights. i'll let you all know if i have these to sell (to anyone interested that is). party is down to 4. anyone want to tailgate?

[malachite00]

2 people actually backed out of this (they have a very good reason) - they may have some spare pav tix for both nights. i'll let you all know if i have these to sell (to anyone interested that is). party is down to 4. anyone want to tailgate?

I'm definitely interested in 2 reserved for N2! Let me know if you end up selling, I can paypal right away.

Is there an official TDC tailgate??

[NiCK Crush]

anyone know when tickets are shipping?

I got mine already,but I had Blossom tickets as well.

[fan42days]

Can't wait. 2 weeks from now ill be checking into the resort. Good times.

Anyone else staying in the resort?

[shadowraven]

shipped today!

[malachite00]

Can't wait. 2 weeks from now ill be checking into the resort. Good times.

Anyone else staying in the resort?

Which resort? Is there actually a resort in Alpine?

Since you're from So Cal -- have you ever flown out of John Wayne (Santa Ana) Airport? It was $100 cheaper to fly out of there to Chicago than San Diego. Should I expect long lines or is it a small airport?

[dandtrock]

Which resort? Is there actually a resort in Alpine?

Since you're from So Cal -- have you ever flown out of John Wayne (Santa Ana) Airport? It was $100 cheaper to fly out of there to Chicago than San Diego. Should I expect long lines or is it a small airport?

i'm not from Cali but have been through John Wayne several times. it's one of my favorite stops because it is much smaller than the typical airport. it has always been one of the fastest airports for me. i've only been delayed once there and that was due to MSP (my destination) being bombarded with copious amounts of snow. so it had nothing to due with Orange Co.

i'd be more concerned with Chicago if you're heading into O'Hare (pretty much the worst airport for delays ever).

as for the resort... there are a couple around the area. i know of a nice one in Lake Geneva, but i've never done the resort thing.

[shadowraven]

:dunno i've never been delayed at O'Hare or Midway

[malachite00]

i'm not from Cali but have been through John Wayne several times. it's one of my favorite stops because it is much smaller than the typical airport. it has always been one of the fastest airports for me. i've only been delayed once there and that was due to MSP (my destination) being bombarded with copious amounts of snow. so it had nothing to due with Orange Co.

i'd be more concerned with Chicago if you're heading into O'Hare (pretty much the worst airport for delays ever).

as for the resort... there are a couple around the area. i know of a nice one in Lake Geneva, but i've never done the resort thing.

Thanks for the info. We actually live 1/2 way between the San Diego airport and John Wayne, but I'd never flown from there. The difference in price should make up for driving north on the 5 in the morning.

[malachite00]

:dunno i've never been delayed at O'Hare or Midway

Really? I've spent many long days at O'Hare wandering the United terminal, but always as part of a connection, and I think always in the winter.

[dandtrock]

:dunno i've never been delayed at O'Hare or Midway

lol

Midway i can see (i don't think i've ever experienced much of a delay there), but O'Hare sucks. i avoid it at all costs depending on the season. flights get backed up at the drop of a hat there. be it a thunderstorm or winter weather... de-icing wings... etc, i've just had the worst luck there. i'm not saying the airport sucks, but it deals with midwest weather, which can change on a dime, and it's a major hub. it just comes with that territory.

[shadowraven]

Really? I've spent many long days at O'Hare wandering the United terminal, but always as part of a connection, and I think always in the winter.

maybe it's the connection thing. I live here, so it's never a connection. hmm....

[Coster]

I've never had major trouble at O'Hare. Flown in and out about a dozen times total. *knock on wood*

Would anyone be interested in doing any of the following baseball games?

Cubs vs. Astros - Friday
Brewers vs. Giants - Monday
White Sox vs. Angels - Tuesday

[dandtrock]

maybe it's the connection thing. I live here, so it's never a connection. hmm....

according to Avoid Delays/USDOT, O'Hare is in the top 4 in the amount of arrival and departure delays (Miami and SF being the two worst). Midway is actually higher on departure delays.

http://www.avoiddelays.com/

and i'm sure connections play a role in OHare success. a connection heightens the probably of delay since OHare sucks at both equally.

[Coster]

I can't remember what time the lots open. Can anyone fill me in?

[simbro]

i believe it is normally 2, but i can be mistaken.

[Emily]

I think it was 3 last year?

In other news, HOTEL=BOOKED. :rawk

[Jayes]

im camping at Big Foot Beach st park, anybody been there? is there camping closer to the venue?

[shadowraven]

i believe it is normally 2, but i can be mistaken.

normally 2.

won't be tailgating this year, only going with my wife. Getting there at 7:30 and parking by the exit FTW. :)

[sean52692]

After N1 last year, it took me until around 1:30 AM to get out of the lot. I got home around 3:15....

After N2 of Deer Creek I got home at 2:15 AM this year.

Hopefully lots are better this year...

[Jayes]

lots are never good at alpine

[sean52692]

lots are never good at alpine

Especially in 07 after that huge rain storm. entire lots were MUD

[Emily]

That's why you go back to your car, hang out and drink/eat some more, watch the inevitable fireworks, and leave once it starts to clear out. :upyours

[malachite00]

lots are never good at alpine

We got in our car to leave last year and ended up sitting for 2 hours at least. The guys in the car in front of us fell asleep, and we had to knock on their windows to get them to drive once traffic started moving. :lol

(damn, this just reminded me that I still need to rent a car...)

[simbro]

That's why you go back to your car, hang out and drink/eat some more, watch the inevitable fireworks, and leave once it starts to clear out. :upyours

we are never in a rush after the show. it always amazing me that people sit in their cars for hours. we are always one of the last cars to leave. part of the fun of alpine if the after party in the lots :upyours

[sean52692]

That's why you go back to your car, hang out and drink/eat some more, watch the inevitable fireworks, and leave once it starts to clear out. :upyours

DMB on the 4th of July. WOW

[Emily]

we are never in a rush after the show. it always amazing me that people sit in their cars for hours. we are always one of the last cars to leave. part of the fun of alpine if the after party in the lots :upyours
:upyours :upyours Only way to do it, really.

[CRUSHsoccer15]

love watching those fireworks...extremely intoxicated.

[Coster]

So will there be more fireworks than usual with it being the 4th of July?

[CRUSHsoccer15]

:lol what do you think?

[sean52692]

So will there be more fireworks than usual with it being the 4th of July?

hahaha of course

[1t. Dan]

That's why you go back to your car, hang out and drink/eat some more, watch the inevitable fireworks, and leave once it starts to clear out. :upyours

Or get VIP parking and GTFO!!! It probably only took us ~20 min both nights to escape. And I think the lots were at 3pm last year.

[simbro]

well now i just got more excited for next weekend. i fought out that i won a contest through XRT and we get a meet and greet with the band, or just Dave, before the sunday show.

[nitronick]

well now i just got more excited for next weekend. i fought out that i won a contest through XRT and we get a meet and greet with the band, or just Dave, before the sunday show.
NICE....if you need someone to come with you, you let me know!!

[simbro]

NICE....if you need someone to come with you, you let me know!!

i told my wife she better be nice to me until then or else i won't take her. she said if i don't take her, that is grounds for divorce. we will see who wins that battle

[Emily]

Or get VIP parking and GTFO!!! It probably only took us ~20 min both nights to escape. And I think the lots were at 3pm last year.
Yeah, we usually do VIP but it's still fun to hang around and watch the melee.
well now i just got more excited for next weekend. i fought out that i won a contest through XRT and we get a meet and greet with the band, or just Dave, before the sunday show.
:rawk Awesome!

[patsfan39]

Awesome. So i bought lawn seats at the beginning of the month when i bought my plane tickets, but the last two days i spent trying to get upgrades. I was able to trade my lawns for N1 sec 201s WAY Back, but i dont think it will be a big issue, and N2 i bought on CraigsList sec 202s. Not bad if i do say so myself.

[sean52692]

Words cannot describe....

Cannot wait

[shadowraven]

wow simbro good for you man! that's awesome. My wife had a meet and greet at D&T Carthage '03, but i've never met him after 41 shows :(

[Mike VDH]

Ok, so can I get a new headcount on everyone that's going to add to the first post? If your names not there, post please!

[malachite00]

Ok, so can I get a new headcount on everyone that's going to add to the first post? If your names not there, post please!

Me! :hi

[CRUSHsoccer15]

one week

[NiCK Crush]

these shows are going to be fucking incredible.

[CRUSHsoccer15]

I would love the encore from last night to be the encore Night 1.

[sean52692]

these shows are going to be fucking incredible.

they are going to be magical, I hope. :smoke

[1t. Dan]

I would love the encore from last night to be the encore Night 1.

I want So Right SO BADDDDD

!!!


And JTR opener! PLEASE!!!!!!!!

[sean52692]

I'd love some kind of oddball opener either night.

And another JTR would be AWESOME

[shadowraven]

crazy sets lately. defintely feels like a tour where they are off next year.

[Jayes]

so nobody is staying at/knows anything about Big Foot State Park??

[dandtrock]

these shows are going to be fucking incredible.

i'm hoping for the debut of Smooth Rider again... know it boy!

much smaller group this year, but yeah i'm starting to get a bit excited for this. first year we're making golf a priority too. and here's to BEF sticking around for at least another week :upyours

[john3731]

i'm hoping for the debut of Smooth Rider again... know it boy!

much smaller group this year, but yeah i'm starting to get a bit excited for this. first year we're making golf a priority too. and here's to BEF sticking around for at least another week :upyours

are you playing at the resort? do you know of any better courses in the area that are worth playing. would love to get a round in sometime next weekend.

[greppson]

(Stand Up (For It) >
(Corn Bread) >
Halloween >
Ants Marching

n2 set ender. book it.

[Jayes]

(Stand Up (For It) >
(Corn Bread) >
Halloween >
Ants Marching

n2 set ender. book it.

I hope you are correct, sir

[Dkrogh]

(Stand Up (For It) >
(Corn Bread) >
Halloween >
Ants Marching

n2 set ender. book it.

:lmao doubt it.

[Jayes]

:lmao doubt it.

let us dream, brahhhhh

[simbro]

i will be there. can't wait. less than one week

[Dkrogh]

let us dream, brahhhhh

I'm just busting Jason's chops 'cuz he'll be there and this is the first year I guarantee I wont be at Alpine in a long time. :lol

[Jayes]

I hear you, man, I hated missing it in 06 and 07

[shadowraven]

only thing I've got left full band on albums is:

Let You Down
Everybody Wake Up
(DOOF)
Busted Stuff (saw it D+T in 03)
Baby Blue

I think that's it. And of those would be cool :) oh, and Raven of course. Haven't seen that since 02 :(

[spoke.]

Awesome. So i bought lawn seats at the beginning of the month when i bought my plane tickets, but the last two days i spent trying to get upgrades. I was able to trade my lawns for N1 sec 201s WAY Back, but i dont think it will be a big issue, and N2 i bought on CraigsList sec 202s. Not bad if i do say so myself.
what row are the 202s?

[TwoStepN34]

I'd love some kind of oddball opener either night.Stay Night 1 and Watchtower Night 2.

Encore for Night 2:

The Dreaming Tree
The Last Stop
Pantala Naga Pampa-->
Rapunzel

[deedisdone81]

Damn I wish I was going to these shows.

[sean52692]

Stay Night 1 and Watchtower Night 2.

Encore for Night 2:

The Dreaming Tree
The Last Stop
Pantala Naga Pampa-->
Rapunzel

I wish.

[malachite00]

We're staying in Lake Geneva. Does anyone know if they have jet ski rentals at the lake? Has it been pretty warm in that area this summer?

[SomeDevil17]

still looking for an extra ticket for n1.

[Jayes]

We're staying in Lake Geneva. Does anyone know if they have jet ski rentals at the lake? Has it been pretty warm in that area this summer?

that would be lovely, that's where I'm stayin

[Emily]

(Stand Up (For It) >
(Corn Bread) >
Halloween >
Ants Marching

n2 set ender. book it.
No way, N2 is no doubt ending with

(Star Spangled Banner) >
All Along The Watchtower

There's no way Stefan would pass up a chance to have a sweet solo like that.

Edit: OHHH you said set ender. Ok, that's fair, I agree with you there. I still stand by my encore closer choice.

[roshea999]

No way, N2 is no doubt ending with

(Star Spangled Banner) >
All Along The Watchtower

There's no way Stefan would pass up a chance to have a sweet solo like that.

Edit: OHHH you said set ender. Ok, that's fair, I agree with you there. I still stand by my encore closer choice.

totally agreed...as the encore closer.

and that is lame.

will there be thank you chants again this year? I'll admit it was pretty cool last year, hope it doesn't pop back up!

[Emily]

will there be thank you chants again this year? I'll admit it was pretty cool last year, hope it doesn't pop back up!
It was cool? Bah. It will clearly occur again this year, unfortunate as that may be. :downyours

[roshea999]

It was cool? Bah. It will clearly occur again this year, unfortunate as that may be. :downyours

Having 40,000 people randomly break into a song (that was pretty awesome in 2008)...then have the band play it into halloween? Yeah, it was a cool moment. And I'm not even a huge "thank you" fan. It was something that could only occur at certain venues. It was neat.

[Mike VDH]

N1 opener: JTR
N1 closer: Two Step
N1 encore: Baby Blue, So Damn Lucky (Thank You Outro)

N2 opener: BEF :segue Bartender
N2 closer: Ants
N2 encore: Time Bomb, (Star Spangled Banner) :segue Watchtower

Book it.

[bobblehedjesus]

Im in!.With my wife and 13 yr old son...

[shadowraven]

if Thank You starts up, i'm leaving. However, did that last year and missed Halloween which sucked. Oh well.

[greppson]

well the thank you chants were a cry back to 2008 last year... kind of the "hey remember we did this at alpine in 2008 for like 20 minutes after the show ended and the pavilion stayed full" type of thing. last year was homage to that and the band remembered it and "rewarded" the crowd with some halloween. this year, it just wouldn't make that much sense.

the band likes alpine. shows will be good.

[spoke.]

if Thank You starts up, i'm leaving. However, did that last year and missed Halloween which sucked. Oh well.
fail.

You really thought there was only going to be a 1 song encore?



well the thank you chants were a cry back to 2008 last year... kind of the "hey remember we did this at alpine in 2008 for like 20 minutes after the show ended and the pavilion stayed full" type of thing. last year was homage to that and the band remembered it and "rewarded" the crowd with some halloween. this year, it just wouldn't make that much sense.

the band likes alpine. shows will be good.
the thank you chants will be back again. book it. "Thanks to Drews for dancing." :lol

[roshea999]

N1 opener: JTR
N1 closer: Two Step
N1 encore: Baby Blue, So Damn Lucky (Thank You Outro)

N2 opener: BEF :segue Bartender
N2 closer: Ants
N2 encore: Time Bomb, (Star Spangled Banner) :segue Watchtower

Book it.

Sounds about right.

[shadowraven]

fail.

You really thought there was only going to be a 1 song encore?


yup, because the prior year it was 20+ minutes, and they were already over time. It's not an E1 song. Oh well, I saw Halloween the previous year.

[CRUSHsoccer15]

Yep, I hope Thank You is played as part of SDL Night 1 so it eliminates any Night 2 chants.

[deedisdone81]

N1 opener: JTR
N1 closer: Two Step
N1 encore: Time Bomb, So Damn Lucky (Thank You Outro)

N2 opener: BEF :segue Bartender
N2 closer: Ants
N2 encore: Cry Freedom, (Star Spangled Banner) :segue Watchtower

Book it.


Fixed

[deedisdone81]

well the thank you chants were a cry back to 2008 last year... kind of the "hey remember we did this at alpine in 2008 for like 20 minutes after the show ended and the pavilion stayed full" type of thing. last year was homage to that and the band remembered it and "rewarded" the crowd with some halloween. this year, it just wouldn't make that much sense.

the band likes alpine. shows will be good.

I have this feeling that it is the year of the one night stands, and most two nighters will just be average.

[Emily]

I have this feeling that it is the year of the one night stands, and most two nighters will just be average.
You coming to Alpine? :hi

[CRUSHsoccer15]

My Top 5 (realistic) hopes for the weekend. (Last Stop would be #1).

1. So Right
2. Busted Stuff
3. Little Red Bird
4. Big Eyed Fish
5. Hello Again

Bonus: Kit Kat Jam

[Mike VDH]

My Top 5 (realistic) hopes for the weekend. (Last Stop would be #1).

1. So Right
2. Busted Stuff
3. Little Red Bird
4. Big Eyed Fish
5. Hello Again

Bonus: Kit Kat Jam

My top 6:
So Right
Busted Stuff
Kit Kat Jam
Hello Again
Cry Freedom
Nancies :segue Warehouse

[deedisdone81]

You coming to Alpine? :hi

I really want too, but I don't think its gonna happen. My wife can't go, and I just don't see making the drive up there alone. I would suspect that these could be two great nights. :upyours

[CRUSHsoccer15]

Going back and looking at the past setlists at the venue. This place really does trump shitty years, even the 2005 run is pretty damn good.

[Emily]

I really want too, but I don't think its gonna happen. My wife can't go, and I just don't see making the drive up there alone. I would suspect that these could be two great nights. :upyours
Sad day. :\ Well if you change your mind, let me know so we can perhaps say hey!

[deedisdone81]

Sad day. :\ Well if you change your mind, let me know so we can perhaps say hey!

Will do. Are you planning on going to Wrigley if it ever gets announced?

[Emily]

Yeah definitely. :upyours

[deedisdone81]

Yeah definitely. :upyours

Awesome, well if that ever gets announced, we will definitely have to meet up. :upyours

[Smokey the Bear]

N2:

So Damn Lucky (Thank You)
--------------------------
Thank You
Star Spangled Banner-->
Watchtower

[bigdogfash]

if anyone has an extra night one pavilion, let me know.

[sean52692]

if anyone has an extra night one pavilion, let me know.

I might. depending on if Stub hub screws up my orders. long story

[SomeDevil17]

if i miss saturday nights show i will never forgive myself, i have that feeling.

[SomeDevil17]

so yes, still looking for a single ticket for n1. pav, lawn, i don't care. just hopeing someone can hook me up.

[CRUSHsoccer15]

Seems like tickets are even harder to come by than last year.

[SomeDevil17]

yea it looks like im going to try and have to get some from the lots. never done that before.

[CRUSHsoccer15]

We had two people in our group who desperately were searching for tickets (just lawns) last year on Saturday. One of them was able to buy a single by letting someone cut in the poster line, the other searched the lots all day, didn't find anything.

Then, looking for tickets at the entrance gate 5 minutes for DMB came on, she stepped on a ticket someone had dropped on the ground. One of the most absurd things I'd ever heard.

[Mike VDH]

We had two people in our group who desperately were searching for tickets (just lawns) last year on Saturday. One of them was able to buy a single by letting someone cut in the poster line, the other searched the lots all day, didn't find anything.

Then, looking for tickets at the entrance gate 5 minutes for DMB came on, she stepped on a ticket someone had dropped on the ground. One of the most absurd things I'd ever heard.

That's crazy. Wow. I've never had to personally walk into a parking lot without tickets, but that must've been awful.

Saturday tickets are tough to find. Sunday on the other hand...

[bigdogfash]

I might. depending on if Stub hub screws up my orders. long story
awesome... just let me know!

[bigdogfash]

yeah, last year was the first year that I saw people not being able to grab tix in the lots. Seemed like a new breed of drunk teeny-boppers. Seems like when a new album comes out, a new batch of drunk high-schoolers come to try and join the fun.

[CRUSHsoccer15]

That and the 2008 run put Alpine on an even higher hype level.

[NiCK Crush]

What I'm hoping for:

Sugar Will
Minarets
Halloween
Break For It
Busted Stuff
Spoon
Hello Again

[sean52692]

god damn, its only tuesday.

[sean52692]

That and the 2008 run put Alpine on an even higher hype level.

i cant believe I was in key west during those shows. I remember coming back, looking at the setlist and being so bummed

[bigdogfash]

tailgating is worth the price of the ticket... the show ends up just being a bonus!

[dandtrock]

08 was the best time i've ever had at Alpine. the shows were stellar, the tailgating was super friendly (most always is), and the weather was perfect.

last year was just alright as far as the shows go. i think coming off the Europe thing affected things a bit for the band. but we won't have that problem this year now will we?

[dandtrock]

is anyone else getting some golf in? if so, do you have any course recommendations? my guess is we're probably in the minority on the golfing idea...

also hitting up the baseball game in Milwaukee on Monday. i've never been to Miller Park, but have heard it can be a bitch to get out of. any suggestions?

[Just1nC]

American Baby returns N2

[dandtrock]

American Baby returns N2

i'd be alright with this. never heard it live before.

otherwise, i'm going in with only a couple tunes i really want to hear.

[malachite00]

American Baby returns N2

:downyours Ugh, this would really bum me out. I think I'd rather hear Dreamgirl.

[Smokey the Bear]

also hitting up the baseball game in Milwaukee on Monday. i've never been to Miller Park, but have heard it can be a bitch to get out of. any suggestions?

There are 2 General Parking lots, one to the Northeast (Molitor), and one to the Southeast (Yount/Uecker)...

Molitor- This one is very easy to get out of and onto the freeway, but the tailgating is less exciting.

Yount/Uecker- When you leave through the center exit, most cars turn right and line up to get on the freeway. Instead, go straight onto a small road...this will take you towards downtown with very little traffic. You can take this road all the way downtown in about 10 minutes, or follow signs to the freeway about a mile down.

Here's a map...the beige lane in between Yount & Uecker is the "center" exit I'm talking about.
http://milwaukee.brewers.mlb.com/mil/ballpark/directions.jsp

[deedisdone81]

:downyours Ugh, this would really bum me out. I think I'd rather hear Dreamgirl.

Really? I don't get all the hate for American Baby, I think it has a really jazzy ending.

[bigdogfash]

bunch of tickets on craigslist for cheap and ebay has a bunch, vary in price.

[malachite00]

bunch of tickets on craigslist for cheap and ebay has a bunch, vary in price.

Tickets at Alpine are so iffy -- after last year I was scared to buy anything that wasn't in 202 (I don't want to be in the pit). I'm way back in 202 on night 1 (row WW), but that seemed safer than taking a chance on being off to the side in 201 or 203 and not being able to see. Hope I don't regret it.

[deedisdone81]

Tickets at Alpine are so iffy -- after last year I was scared to buy anything that wasn't in 202 (I don't want to be in the pit). I'm way back in 202 on night 1 (row WW), but that seemed safer than taking a chance on being off to the side in 201 or 203 and not being able to see. Hope I don't regret it.

I think thats the only way I would go is if its 202 in the middle or lower. :upyours

[julio1867]

Tickets at Alpine are so iffy -- after last year I was scared to buy anything that wasn't in 202 (I don't want to be in the pit). I'm way back in 202 on night 1 (row WW), but that seemed safer than taking a chance on being off to the side in 201 or 203 and not being able to see. Hope I don't regret it.

It all depends if you're behind the pillar or not. Some of the higher up 202s are obstructed view. If it says uncovered in 202 beware, it's hit or miss with those.

[sean52692]

Its Wednesday.

[fan42days]

Its Wednesday.

!!!!!! On my way to the airport now! Can't wait to check into the resort on Friday morn!!!

[Coster]

still looking for an extra ticket for n1.

I have a single available in section 203 row TT for night 1

[CRUSHsoccer15]

Weather looks incredible for Chicago / Alpine.

Now Houston on the other hand...this hurricane better not eff with my flight tomorrow.

[Emily]

Weather looks incredible for Chicago / Alpine.

So awesome. :upyours

[simbro]

i just hope it does not get too humid. the weather so far this week has been amazing

[malachite00]

i just hope it does not get too humid. the weather so far this week has been amazing

Yea that seems to be the key in the midwest more than the temperature. Has it been getting really cool at night? It's been really cold here (day and night) so I'm looking forward to hot summer weather.

[roshea999]

Can't wait.

[simbro]

Yea that seems to be the key in the midwest more than the temperature. Has it been getting really cool at night? It's been really cold here (day and night) so I'm looking forward to hot summer weather.

last night it got into the 50's, but i think for the weekend they are saying into the 60's at night

[shadowraven]

last night it got into the 50's, but i think for the weekend they are saying into the 60's at night

simbro's at 999 posts :rawk

[nitronick]

simbro's at 999 posts :rawk

Woot Woot!

[deedisdone81]

My wife told me if i can find 2 tickets each night center in the first 10 rows than we can go FML

[dandtrock]

Here's a map...the beige lane in between Yount & Uecker is the "center" exit I'm talking about.
http://milwaukee.brewers.mlb.com/mil/ballpark/directions.jsp

thanks! i appreciate the help!

[dandtrock]

My wife told me if i can find 2 tickets each night center in the first 10 rows than we can go FML

lol, what did she demand of her wedding ring? :)

i don't really mind anything in the pav. i've been everywhere and loved it everywhere.

[malachite00]

My wife told me if i can find 2 tickets each night center in the first 10 rows than we can go FML

:lol

My husband asked me if we really had to go both nights. No matter how many shows I take (drag) him to, he just doesn't get it. He has a blast, but he sees no reason to ever see more than 1 show a tour.

[dandtrock]

:lol

My husband asked me if we really had to go both nights. No matter how many shows I take (drag) him to, he just doesn't get it. He has a blast, but he sees no reason to ever see more than 1 show a tour.

so you're married to a rational and completely normal dude :)

[malachite00]

so you're married to a rational and completely normal dude :)

Yea, how did that happen?? :lol

[TwoStepN34]

Grace is Gone and Warehouse with the UTTAD style intro would be good openers for this weekend. Also, Stay and Watchtower would work as well. Hope they open with something that REALLY gets the crowd going!

[Lockman]

Now, I'm not one to normally take suggestions from Ants, but someone over there had a good idea. Not only to detract away from the potential Thank You chants, but also because it might be fun...

The suggestion is singing the Wise Men outro during the encore break N1. I like the idea, feel free to join. Just passing the word along.

[deedisdone81]

lol, what did she demand of her wedding ring? :)

i don't really mind anything in the pav. i've been everywhere and loved it everywhere.

I lucked out there, she wanted her Grandma's diamond, so all I had to do was pick out a setting and get the diamond set. :upyours

[sean52692]

I am excited. gotta get through a couple more days, then I'm golden

[simbro]

simbro's at 999 posts :rawk

yeah, i don't post nearly as much as i did back on the dmbml.

i just need to get through today, then the long weekend starts.

i still have no idea what to bring to have dave sign or what to even say to him. we are still trying to figure all that out.

[simbro]

as info, my friend said she called alpine to ask what time the gates would be opening and they said that they are opeining at 3 this year, but you could get in at 2 for $20

[CRUSHsoccer15]

I hope they get Bombtower encore out of the way night 1.

[Emily]

My wife told me if i can find 2 tickets each night center in the first 10 rows than we can go FML
Meaning...the pit? Because I don't think she'd want to be in that mess. I certainly don't.

[Emily]

I hope they get Bombtower encore out of the way night 1.
No way will Stefan be cheated out of his Star Spangled Banner intro on the 4th! :boohoo

[CRUSHsoccer15]

shit. i forgot about that.

[deedisdone81]

Meaning...the pit? Because I don't think she'd want to be in that mess. I certainly don't.

Nah, she will not stand in the pit. She wants seats pretty much in 202 within the first 10 rows behind the pit. This equates to us not going, because that isn't happening.

[CRUSHsoccer15]

maybe consider growing a pair and going anyway?

[Emily]

Nah, she will not stand in the pit. She wants seats pretty much in 202 within the first 10 rows behind the pit. This equates to us not going, because that isn't happening.
:( Why so demanding? Does she not really enjoy concerts that much?

[1Mood]

sounds like corey has spoiled the mrs. with good tickets in the past, that was a mistake :lol

[patsfan39]

Hey add me to the first post! im going both nights

[shadowraven]

we'll be hanging in the pit N1. Probably near the back, hopefully more center than not.

[patsfan39]

tailgating is worth the price of the ticket... the show ends up just being a bonus!

My roomates went last year, and this is exactly the way they describe it. Im soo excited for the show, and i dont want to get too wasted before, but this may be quite difficult considering the situation.

[sean52692]

Okay, it's basically here. I refuse to do any work today or tommorrow.

[deedisdone81]

:( Why so demanding? Does she not really enjoy concerts that much?

I really don't think she has ever recovered from her displeasure in Everyday the album, and she has seen enough shows that she just would rather be up close.

sounds like corey has spoiled the mrs. with good tickets in the past, that was a mistake :lol

This holds true as well, because half of our 9 shows last year we sat 3rd row or better.

[NiCK Crush]

Okay, it's basically here. I refuse to do any work today or tommorrow.

:lol

[patsfan39]

is anyone else getting some golf in? if so, do you have any course recommendations? my guess is we're probably in the minority on the golfing idea...

also hitting up the baseball game in Milwaukee on Monday. i've never been to Miller Park, but have heard it can be a bitch to get out of. any suggestions?

i was invited to that game, unfortunately i booked a flight in the morning on Monday. I didnt want to miss time at work when i made the flights, but its looking like i could have after all.

[sean52692]

:lol

its true. I am done. the people I work for are NOT going to be happy with me, but I can make up for it next week, right? YEs.

[Emily]

sounds like corey has spoiled the mrs. with good tickets in the past, that was a mistake :lol
So will you be avoiding all e-friends again these shows? This goes for Mr. Katy Perry as well.
Hey add me to the first post! im going both nights
Done!

[sean52692]

It's happening. This weekend I think

[simbro]

its true. I am done. the people I work for are NOT going to be happy with me, but I can make up for it next week, right? YEs.

this is pretty much how i have been all week. i only have 2 more hours of work and then starting the long weekend. this weekend is an added bonus for my wife and i since it is our first weekend without the kids in a long time. i love our kids and all, but it will be a nice break.

[sean52692]

this is pretty much how i have been all week. i only have 2 more hours of work and then starting the long weekend. this weekend is an added bonus for my wife and i since it is our first weekend without the kids in a long time. i love our kids and all, but it will be a nice break.

I am done. Not going to go to this meeting tonight. not going to even call in tommorrow.

ALPINE!

[Lockman]

is anyone else getting some golf in? if so, do you have any course recommendations? my guess is we're probably in the minority on the golfing idea...

Where are you staying?

[1t. Dan]

Alpine. VIP parking ftw

[CRUSHsoccer15]

Just left work, heading to the airport in an hour!

[malachite00]

I am done. Not going to go to this meeting tonight. not going to even call in tommorrow.

ALPINE!

My company is shutdown next week and I'm taking tomorrow off. So really, I may as well take today off too because I'm not accomplishing anything anyway (aside from posting here of course). :lol

Is anyone else staying in Lake Geneva? Anyone know any good restaurants there?

[sean52692]

yeah, there are some decent joints in Lake Geneva, I'm sure.

[simbro]

i now have only 20 minutes left of work before i leave.

i know there is a pretty good irish restaurant in lake geneva, but i can't remember the name. i have not been to lake geneva in a couple of years.

[Mike VDH]

I want to make a mix for a DMB newbie that's coming with us to Sunday's show. I want it to be live and be a decent representation of what she could see. I don't want it to be too hit-heavy or too BW friendly. Any suggestions?

(I know, I know...a lot of parameters)

[sean52692]

I want to make a mix for a DMB newbie that's coming with us to Sunday's show. I want it to be live and be a decent representation of what she could see. I don't want it to be too hit-heavy or too BW friendly. Any suggestions?

(I know, I know...a lot of parameters)

Throw some stuff from 08 and 09 on there, and then throw some mid 90s classics in

[deedisdone81]

I found a decent pair in 202 on the wh boards for N2, now I just need to find n1 to commit.

Does anyone have any past years experience with pulling good pairs the day of the alpine shows? I usually pull really great seats for both nights at Deer Creek, and I've also had luck at the Gorge too.

[a1recycler]

Got a Live Nation "Fan Advisory" Email. It says parking lot opens at 3. I thought it always opened at 1. Is this new, or just a misstatement on the email?

Dave Matthews Band Tickets

Dave Matthews Band
with Zac Brown Band
Saturday, July 3
Alpine Valley Music Theatre
Parking: 3:00pm
Doors: 5:00pm
Show: 7:00pm

[sean52692]

I think you have to pay to get into the lots before 3. $20 or something like that.

[sean52692]

Got a Live Nation "Fan Advisory" Email. It says parking lot opens at 3. I thought it always opened at 1. Is this new, or just a misstatement on the email?

Dave Matthews Band Tickets

Dave Matthews Band
with Zac Brown Band
Saturday, July 3
Alpine Valley Music Theatre
Parking: 3:00pm
Doors: 5:00pm
Show: 7:00pm

Great avatar.

[roshea999]

I will be there at 3:01

Cry Freedom Sunday :rawk

[Emily]

I will be there at 3:01

Cry Freedom Sunday :rawk
We'd better be.

[Emily]

I want to make a mix for a DMB newbie that's coming with us to Sunday's show. I want it to be live and be a decent representation of what she could see. I don't want it to be too hit-heavy or too BW friendly. Any suggestions?

(I know, I know...a lot of parameters)
This doesn't belong in the Alpine thread, sir.

[Coster]

I'm in Chicago!

[Coster]

is anyone else getting some golf in? if so, do you have any course recommendations? my guess is we're probably in the minority on the golfing idea...

also hitting up the baseball game in Milwaukee on Monday. i've never been to Miller Park, but have heard it can be a bitch to get out of. any suggestions?

I'm doing the baseball game as well. Going solo though. Couldn't pass up the opportunity to put another stadium notch on the belt.

[sean52692]

We will be the next group of peeps to see DMB play.

[truecb]

(edit) never mind

[nitronick]

hey guys, im in a bit of a bind... anyone driving from milwaukee to alpine and willing to let me come along? I'd only need a ride there as I'd be meeting my friends...I'd also pay for gas and beer. Would very much appreciate it
Where in Milwaukee?

[truecb]

Where in Milwaukee?

(edit) never mind. My friend is letting me borrow his car...thank's for responding though

[shadowraven]

Chicago Wrigley 9/17-18 :)

[sean52692]

Chicago Wrigley 9/17-18 :)

Makes me even more pumped for this weekened at Alpine

[CRUSHsoccer15]

3pm lots open is very upsetting. Hasn't it been 1 or 2 recently. I'm very drunk.

[shadowraven]

lol

[bigdogfash]

think this was from a few years back... so yeah... they are taking valuable time away from us... I will make sure I break shit!!!

[NiCK Crush]

I'm still in Chicago... leavin in about an hour or so.

[shadowraven]

sitting at home in Chicago. grabbing the rental soon and heading to woodstock to hang until about 6:30. :) No tailgating this year, just in for a leisurely stroll into the show.

[sean52692]

Almost time to leave and make the trek up to Teh Valleyz

[TwoStepN34]

I'm really mad now that I'm not going to Alpine again this year.

[Coster]

Is anyone driving from Lake Geneva to Milwaukee airport on Monday morning by chance? Plans sort of got messed up and I could use a lift. I'll check back here but you can also catch me at yahoo email with coster95.

[malachite00]

Is anyone driving from Lake Geneva to Milwaukee airport on Monday morning by chance? Plans sort of got messed up and I could use a lift. I'll check back here but you can also catch me at yahoo email with coster95.

We have an early Monday flight out of OHare and are in Lake Geneva. We could take you there instead. :lol it goes to Santa Ana so not far from Redondo.

[Jayes]

Just got out of Geneva. That was a wonderful place to stay :upyours. I should catch up with some of you in '12

[sean52692]

Weekend was great. Great music

[sean52692]

Anyone know why the 3 screens above the stage weren't there at Alpine? They were there at Deer Creek, and the other venues I've seen videos from...

[Jayes]

dude, i def wondered about that. they even had them at blossom

[sean52692]

which taper pulls do people reccomend?

[spoke.]

which taper pulls do people reccomend?
CRUMBO!

[sean52692]

CRUMBO!

Thank you, thats kind of what I figured.

[spoke.]

Thank you, thats kind of what I figured.
i heard chris drews makes good tapes.

[Crumbo]

CRUMBO!

like your tapes?

my n2 seems a tad boomy

n1 is a real nice mix of band and crowd

edit: I take this back, not boomy....listened on the home stereo system and me like :D

[NiCK Crush]

i heard chris drews makes good tapes.

like your tapes?

my n2 seems a tad boomy

n1 is a real nice mix of band and crowd

edit: I take this back, not boomy....listened on the home stereo system and me like :D

thanks guys :upyours

[spoke.]

like your tapes?
my n2 seems a tad boomy

n1 is a real nice mix of band and crowd

edit: I take this back, not boomy....listened on the home stereo system and me like :D
I enjoy mine from both nights. Great sound with band/crowd like you said. It was kinda nice being 20 or so rows back with that slope.

[Crumbo]

I enjoy mine from both nights. Great sound with band/crowd like you said. It was kinda nice being 20 or so rows back with that slope.

ISO 202 in 2012!

[Emily]

i heard chris drews makes good tapes.
:lol

[patsfan39]

Great tapes guys. Crumbo i got both of yours, Drews ill have to take a listen to yours soon as well. So thank you to both of you!

[shadowraven]

i heard chris drews makes good tapes.

I heard he is a douche. Just an awful human being. In fact, I heard he sold his mother for smack money.

:dunno

[shadowraven]

Great tapes guys. Crumbo i got both of yours, Drews ill have to take a listen to yours soon as well. So thank you to both of you!

really appreciative of everyone who tapes DMB. For as much as I tape, I still don't feel comfortable setting up in seats in an amphitheater - lugging all that stuff in, and too much crowd shit that can go wrong.

[spoke.]

ISO 202 in 2012!
:lol

I heard he is a douche. Just an awful human being. In fact, I heard he sold his mother for smack money.

:dunno
ok.

[shadowraven]

ok.

:banana:wink

[malachite00]

Were any of you tapers set up in 202 UU around seat 120 for N1? The guy in front of me was wasted, and used the tape stand in front of him all night for stability. It was pointing backwards for a while and kept getting lower and lower. Then during the encore someone (presumably the taper) came in and just took it down and walked away with it.

[Crumbo]

Were any of you tapers set up in 202 UU around seat 120 for N1? The guy in front of me was wasted, and used the tape stand in front of him all night for stability. It was pointing backwards for a while and kept getting lower and lower. Then during the encore someone (presumably the taper) came in and just took it down and walked away with it.

not sure who that was

[Pay4WhatUGet]

Thank you guys for taking the time to tape the shows. I really appreciate reliving everything with such high quality. Cheers!