The Black Keys - 22nd August 2012

DylanJames · 11-05-2012 5:23pm

hidinginthebush wrote: »

So would you rather they played just the old songs and became a tribute band of themselves? Yes, you might like the older stuff, but guess what? Its the band who wrote the new stuff, not the new fans, and they're probably excited to play more relatively new material rather than hashing out the same old tunes time and again with only a token new one thrown in.

I never said I want them to just play the old stuff, I said it would be nice if they had more variation in the set. I enjoy some the new stuff and I'm always up for hearing newer stuff live but the key is variation, and just not churning out the same set every night which is what they've been doing since the new album

It's all about balance, they have older stuff they've never played live and some of the newer stuff that also hasn't been played yet either, so it would be nice to see some chopping and changing

hidinginthebush · 11-05-2012 5:52pm

DylanJames wrote: »

I never said I want them to just play the old stuff, I said it would be nice if they had more variation in the set. I enjoy some the new stuff and I'm always up for hearing newer stuff live but the key is variation, and just not churning out the same set every night which is what they've been doing since the new album

It's all about balance, they have older stuff they've never played live and some of the newer stuff that also hasn't been played yet either, so it would be nice to see some chopping and changing

No worries, you just came off as one of those over-protective fans who don't want anyone to like their band, or who feels like new fans aren't real fans.

I can see you point though, for example take Metallica and Pearl Jam, both two excellent bands who have been around for donkeys years. Now in the case of Metallica, their set is pretty much set in stone, and while they might rotate two songs on a set-to-set basis, you can pretty easily work out what they're going to play at which set on the tour after they've got a couple of shows under their belt. Pearl Jam, on the other hand, play nearly a completely different set each night, and in fact only write the set on the day of the show itself. I much prefer this approach, it means every time you see them, there'll be a few "surprise" songs, but also, they are much more relaxed and free in their playing of the songs, it's not a regimented two hour slot that they've been going though every day for the last 9 months. It leads to the band themselves being much more relaxed looking and they seem to enjoy it more, hence giving the crowd a better experience.

For the black keys though, maybe they're just not mad on the older stuff they've never played, or feel it doesn't work live (it happens). I can see where you're coming from, but I still think you shouldn't whinge about them playing new stuff, just be thankful that there's still amazing musicians out there making whopper music, and we get to see them in a few weeks time

c28omzk7ihsxv0 · 11-05-2012 11:53pm

I personally enjoy all of their songs. Their older works being my favorite. In particular "Keep Me" And the Album Rubber factory.

I have only been listening to them since before Christmas but they have quickly became my favorite artists. On to the point, I agree with the above, I don't mind new fans or "One song fans" But I do mind them influencing what is being played too much, I.e. no variance, only the newer works being played, and then when the older songs are being played, they talk. That ruins it for everyone else. Anyway, I'll get to see pleanty if I'm going to Tenants and then the 02 the next day!

handsomecake · 12-05-2012 1:25pm

DylanJames wrote: »

so it would be nice to see some chopping and changing

no hassle.sorted:cool:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVsxbsTLhZs

GLaDOS · 12-05-2012 1:45pm

Seeing as How we're all about the older stuff in this thread, what album would be recommended for someone unfamiliar with it? I currently have Brothers, El Camino and Attack & Release.

Dubhthamlacht · 12-05-2012 6:02pm

ScienceNerd wrote: »

Seeing as How we're all about the older stuff in this thread, what album would be recommended for someone unfamiliar with it? I currently have Brothers, El Camino and Attack & Release.

Rubber Factory is superb. Songs like Stack Shot Billy and 10 AM Automatic are amoung their best songs.

c28omzk7ihsxv0 · 12-05-2012 7:53pm

Thickfreakness and Magic potion are also great.

Herb Powell · 12-05-2012 8:57pm

Dubhthamlacht wrote: »

Rubber Factory is superb. Songs like Stack Shot Billy and 10 AM Automatic are amoung their best songs.

Yuss, this was the first song by them that I ever heard. It's awesome

handsomecake · 13-05-2012 1:18pm

10 am automatic is epic and they arnt even playing it on this tour:mad:

c28omzk7ihsxv0 · 16-05-2012 7:10pm

handsomecake wrote: »

10 am automatic is epic and they arnt even playing it on this tour:mad:

How do you know?

Also, Got me ticket today!

DylanJames · 16-05-2012 8:55pm

Hendrix Gigantic Bum wrote: »

How do you know?

Also, Got me ticket today!

Here's the setlists for the majority of their shows, pretty set in stone what to expect come August

http://www.setlist.fm/setlists/the-black-keys-1bd6d1d4.html

c28omzk7ihsxv0 · 17-05-2012 12:10am

That's a pity, I wouldn't mind seeing some variety. Will still enjoy it though!

Chavways · 24-06-2012 10:35pm

To be honest I first heard of them because of Lonely Boy but having listened to Brothers and Attack and Release countless times at this stage I think they're old stuff is much better. Still working my way back tough.Its a shame it probably wont be played at the gig.

Fuzzy_Dunlop · 24-06-2012 10:43pm

Chavways wrote: »

To be honest I first heard of them because of Lonely Boy but having listened to Brothers and Attack and Release countless times at this stage I think they're old stuff is much better. Still working my way back tough.Its a shame it probably wont be played at the gig.

Thickfreakness and Rubber Factory, get on it.

menu14 · 19-08-2012 10:02pm

Anyone know the timing for this? It says doors at 6.30pm on Tickets but does anyone know the actual times of support act and then the Black Keys?

*Hank Scorpio* · 21-08-2012 9:54pm

menu14 wrote: »

Anyone know the timing for this? It says doors at 6.30pm on Tickets but does anyone know the actual times of support act and then the Black Keys?

Yeah, wondering about this as well

Also, I presume since this is their own headline gig they'll play more than the 10-15ish songs they've played the festival circuit. Their gig in Toronto was about 20 songs according to this:
http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/the-black-keys/2012/molson-amphitheatre-toronto-on-canada-73dce2b1.html

stelli · 21-08-2012 11:57pm

hey,

Can't make black keys concert due to work.:( Have two tickets which are free to whoever would like them...all I ask is that you might make a charitable donation to st vincent de paul or focus ireland.
Oh And enjoy the concert!

Tickets now gone..hope everyone who is going has a blast!!

Chavways · 22-08-2012 12:31am

stelli wrote: »

hey,

Can't make black keys concert due to work.:( Have two tickets which are free to whoever would like them...all I ask is that you might make a charitable donation to st vincent de paul or focus ireland.
Oh And enjoy the concert!

I already have mine but you are a hero.

stelli · 22-08-2012 8:55am

Nah not a hero...I can't go, tickets were given to me as pressie..just thought it might be nice to pass on..and if a charity benefits by even a €5...then all is good

Shaque attack · 22-08-2012 9:26am

fair play to you man, would love to have availed of this but picked up my tickets off done deal there yesterday morning.

Looking forward to it now I must say. A pity they dont change their tunes around much tho since the gig I saw in London would have been part of the same tour.

handsomecake · 22-08-2012 10:12am

my only criticism is that the setlist wont change from when i was in london in feb. they havnt changed it up at all.

no 10am automatic:(:(:(:(:(:(:(:(:(:mad: their best song
no set you free:(
no modern times:(
no leaving trunk:(
no keep me:(

Beez · 22-08-2012 10:30am

So what time do people think they will be on stage?

I am heading up from Cork but wont be there till 8. Really hope we dont miss the start.

the_doctor199 · 22-08-2012 12:02pm

Seen them last night and thought they were a bit...dull really. I'd like to see them at a smaller indoor venue though, not sure the great outdoors is for them.

22-08-2012 12:07pm

stelli wrote: »

hey,

Can't make black keys concert due to work.:( Have two tickets which are free to whoever would like them...all I ask is that you might make a charitable donation to st vincent de paul or focus ireland.
Oh And enjoy the concert!

Pm'd

eric hoone · 22-08-2012 12:28pm

Deleted User wrote: »

Pm'd

Likewise, let the charity bidding war commence

Bugalugs · 22-08-2012 2:55pm

Do you still have the tickets as I would really love to go.
Can't make black keys concert due to work.:( Have two tickets which are free to whoever would like them...all I ask is that you might make a charitable donation to st vincent de paul or focus ireland.
Oh And enjoy the concert!

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jakobgallagher · 22-08-2012 3:56pm

Beez wrote: »

So what time do people think they will be on stage?

I am heading up from Cork but wont be there till 8. Really hope we dont miss the start.

Band of skulls are on at eight so you'll be grand, I'd say the black keys will be on around nine fifteen or half but that's just a guess.

recyclops · 22-08-2012 4:09pm

9:15 is when black keys are on, only know as a mate who works for aiken just gave me tickets there, says she has a fair few to give away to mates as its a poor seller, should be a good show anyways

frantic190 · 22-08-2012 4:48pm

recyclops wrote: »

9:15 is when black keys are on, only know as a mate who works for aiken just gave me tickets there, says she has a fair few to give away to mates as its a poor seller, should be a good show anyways

I didn't think Aiken were promoting this gig?

I'd say some of the seats might be curtained off though alright, although MCD said there are only limited tickets left. TM website only throwing tickets up in block N which is right at the back.

StickyMcGinty · 22-08-2012 4:55pm

frantic190 wrote: »

I didn't think Aiken were promoting this gig?

I'd say some of the seats might be curtained off though alright, although MCD said there are only limited tickets left. TM website only throwing tickets up in block N which is right at the back.

It's definitely an MCD gig, says so on the tickets

recyclops · 22-08-2012 5:04pm

Unsure how she got em them unless its because its in the o2, could be something to do with that, the tickets i got have a pic of the o2 and say aiken and live nation on them

frantic190 · 22-08-2012 5:46pm

recyclops wrote: »

Unsure how she got em them unless its because its in the o2, could be something to do with that, the tickets i got have a pic of the o2 and say aiken and live nation on them

Not sure, just make sure they are real!

Can't wait for this tonight

GLaDOS · 23-08-2012 12:03am

Fantastic show, really enjoyed it

Chavways · 23-08-2012 12:19am

That was unreal.

guerito · 23-08-2012 12:23am

Savage gig. They gave it way more socks than last time I saw them, and the crowd was fantastic. Right up the front, and everyone was pogoing, moshing and singing along.

nommm · 23-08-2012 12:28am

Unreal.

Chavways · 23-08-2012 12:29am

It made my day when they played Strange Times.I didn't even think it was on the setlist for the tour.

Furious-Red · 23-08-2012 12:43am

What was the turn out like?

frantic190 · 23-08-2012 12:51am

That was unbelievably good.

Chavways · 23-08-2012 12:56am

Furious-Red wrote: »

What was the turn out like?

Standing was packed as far as I could see but I was up near the front so not sure.There was a lot of empty seats in the sides though.

Chavways · 23-08-2012 12:58am

frantic190 wrote: »

That was unbelievably good.

You must've been right next to me.

frantic190 · 23-08-2012 1:34am

Managed to get a video of Little Black Submarines. I still can't feel my legs after this gig.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ND7IRGypoFA

StickyMcGinty · 23-08-2012 9:49am

Yea great gig, absolutely brilliant setlist. Patrick Carney on the drums was outstanding

Anyone know if it was a sell-out in the end?

mutley18 · 23-08-2012 10:53am

Sweatiest gig I have ever been to, was so worth it though!

the_big_shmoke · 23-08-2012 3:23pm

was my first proper gig... what a one to go to!! absolutely unreal!! little black

submarines, everlasting light, i got mine and gold on the ceiling were highlights. only

disapointment was that they didn't play "mind eraser", other than that though it

was amazing.

frantic190 · 23-08-2012 3:29pm

StickyMcGinty wrote: »

Yea great gig, absolutely brilliant setlist. Patrick Carney on the drums was outstanding

Anyone know if it was a sell-out in the end?

There was some seats at the side at the back and in the backrow but apart from that it looked packed.

Chavways · 23-08-2012 5:20pm

Herb Powell · 23-08-2012 5:37pm

Definitely the most obnoxious crowd I've been in (never thought in a million years I'd feel out of place wearing a Rory Gallagher shirt to a Black Keys gig, but I did last night for sure), but damn they were good.

I was really excited to see Band of Skulls, and they ****ing killed it. I was a little bit scared the Black Keys would disappoint me after that, but they didn't. Pat was really beating the **** out of those drums.

They somehow sound more powerful when it's just the two of them, and it would've been cool to hear a few more older songs. Ending with "I got mine" was a good choice though.

Dubhthamlacht · 23-08-2012 7:03pm

I thought The Black Keys were good (third time seeing them) but I honestly thought they played better in Tripod 2 years ago; now that was a fantastic gig. Stand out songs on the night, for me, were Gold on the Ceiling, I Got Mine, Your Touch, Ten Cent Pistol. Bit disappointed nothing from Rubber Factory was played.

Martyn1989 · 23-08-2012 9:18pm

I was near the back standing and I have to say the sound was woeful, one of the quietest gigs Ive ever been to. For the whole gig there was a steady stream of people going to the bar/smoking area (which was packed) and the babble of conversation could be heard even during the louder parts. Quite a number of people seemed to be leaving early also. I thought the Black Keys played very well and it was a great setlist but the gig as a whole was a bit of a let down from where we were. A shame as I was really looking forward to it

The Black Keys - 22nd August 2012

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