tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.comments2024-03-08T09:57:56.473+00:00Almost Predictable. AlmostDJMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10604206325345018920noreply@blogger.comBlogger939125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-91256591397078422122024-02-07T08:05:47.684+00:002024-02-07T08:05:47.684+00:00You’ve absolutely nailed it, mate. As usual. You’ve absolutely nailed it, mate. As usual. Brian Mackrellnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-78397515701143797092024-02-06T20:31:43.549+00:002024-02-06T20:31:43.549+00:00Andy Ryan here... Would be rude not to say hello b...Andy Ryan here... Would be rude not to say hello back! Knowing you were coming to Dublin I'd wondered if I might spot an Almost Predictable T-shirt, so to bump into you guys outside was a genuine treat. Apologies for my drunken ramblings. Excellent review, and you are right about the 3 Arena being a great venue, particularly in the standing section where you are never far from the band or the bar - and when it goes off there, it really goes off, and it really went off on Saturday night. Its rare to recreate the thrill of seeing a band like DM for the first time (Black Celebration, Brum NEC, 1986) but that was in many ways better; the shared history, the communal experience, the massively expanded list of bangers. I was also at Twickenham and that was a fantastic experience for different reasons - mostly scale over proximity - whereas this was about as intimate as DM can get. The song changes were pretty much perfect but I agree that whilst it was great to see/hear Behind the Wheel, it was odd that it replaced World in My Eyes, but I can only assume the decision was made with thought and care. I also had the privilege of introducing a DM newbie - Kathy, my partner and my Somebody - who, quite rightly, declared it the best gig she had ever been to (and she used to work as a gig promoter). I hope its not the last time I see them, but if it is, what a way to finish. And keep up the great work... its brilliant being part of this community of weirdos.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-18066832452844448422024-02-06T20:12:00.501+00:002024-02-06T20:12:00.501+00:00Would be rude not to say hello back! Knowing you w...Would be rude not to say hello back! Knowing you were going to Dublin I'd wondered if I might spot an Almost Predictable T-shirt, and to bump into you guys outside was a genuine treat. Excuse my excited drunken ramblings. Great review and you are right about the Dublin 3 Arena - the standing area is fantastic as you are never far from the band or the bar, and when it goes off there it really goes off... and it really went off. It's hard to compare it to Twickenham as that was a very different (and brilliant) experience, but that was undoubtedly the best DM concert I have had the privilege to witness. It's not easy to recreate the thrill of seeing them the first time (Black Celebration, Brum NEC, 1986) but that was something better - the shared history; the communal experience; the hugely expanded setlist of absolute bangers. I also had the pleasure of introducing a DM newbie - my partner and my Somebody, Kathy - and she, quite rightly, proclaimed it the best gig she's ever been to. Keep up the good work; its fans like you that make DM fans the greatest bunch of weirdos on the planet of which I'm proud to be a part.Andy Ryannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-6234336120511753922024-02-06T19:15:15.326+00:002024-02-06T19:15:15.326+00:00Glasgow was even better than Prague for me, can’t ...Glasgow was even better than Prague for me, can’t beat the hometown gigs.<br />If it is the last tour it would be fitting that my first ever DM gig was at the Barrowlands and my last at the Hydro.<br />Let’s hope for one last farewell tour.🤞🏻🤞🏻Modebhoy67noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-24125267554394681042024-02-06T18:56:55.172+00:002024-02-06T18:56:55.172+00:00I was in Glasgow and Dublin, two of the greates gi...I was in Glasgow and Dublin, two of the greates gigs I attended. I agree with you definitely. Martin and Dave really seemed to be happy to stand on stage and love their exceptional audience. Sound was better than this summer and the setlist fabulous. Maura from ItalyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-92172143879512574652024-02-06T17:10:15.771+00:002024-02-06T17:10:15.771+00:00Lovely stuff, David, couldn't agree more with ...Lovely stuff, David, couldn't agree more with everything you've said 👌Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-6734581282915850472024-01-27T15:09:23.990+00:002024-01-27T15:09:23.990+00:00Loved every second of this review - well written a...Loved every second of this review - well written and it put me right in that arena! (I saw them in Chicago with both of my kids - what a thing to share with them, absolutely incredible.)Wendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14914663316351179417noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-18953409305654354752024-01-27T07:03:27.415+00:002024-01-27T07:03:27.415+00:00Brilliant read. And so well put into words. Brilliant read. And so well put into words. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-87699489383297169822024-01-26T23:27:59.379+00:002024-01-26T23:27:59.379+00:00That's very kind, thank you! So glad you enjoy...That's very kind, thank you! So glad you enjoyed the concert and very happy that you enjoyed my thoughts.PollicyOfTruthnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-2068612671634366992024-01-26T11:45:48.642+00:002024-01-26T11:45:48.642+00:00I never comment or reply on anything online - this...I never comment or reply on anything online - this is literally my first time ever. But I'm doing so as that was the most beautiful concert review I've ever read. I was at the show on Wednesday and had with me my 20 year old daughter and 16 year old son. Both wearing their DM tee shirts bought at Twickenham last summer. I have bored them senseless, since the show, with how privileged we were to be at the concert. It was my 27th Mode concert and it was far and away the best one I've been to in the UK. The crowd and atmosphere was just immense. And the show matched, of course. It was utterly sensational. And your review is likewise.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-12989197970640783772024-01-26T10:18:24.533+00:002024-01-26T10:18:24.533+00:00Great review, captured the feeling in the arena pe...Great review, captured the feeling in the arena perfectly, band & audience really seemed as one. Totally agree about Dave & Martin's voices - they have never sounded better. Was a bit worried when Dave left the stage on his own at the end only to be dragged back by the others, but it was clear he was absolutely exhausted, definitely didn't leave anything in the dressing room this time, incredible gig!Tomos Jonesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-36750666561239146372024-01-26T04:50:36.217+00:002024-01-26T04:50:36.217+00:00Fantastic! From one Shaun to another…thumbs up! 👍...Fantastic! From one Shaun to another…thumbs up! 👍🏽Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-59009124844422698152024-01-26T01:01:39.200+00:002024-01-26T01:01:39.200+00:00A fantastic and honest review !A fantastic and honest review !Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-87990185370457038882024-01-25T22:50:53.418+00:002024-01-25T22:50:53.418+00:00Heartfelt thanks to everyone for your lovely comme...Heartfelt thanks to everyone for your lovely comments. What a night. I feel privileged to have been a part of it. PollicyOfTruthnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-72854735889782883922024-01-25T22:14:30.493+00:002024-01-25T22:14:30.493+00:00I love this review and felt all the emotions you d...I love this review and felt all the emotions you described. It felt like a really special night last night, the band were incredible but the fans played their part too and I'm so grateful to have been part of the experience.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-73268073989549671962024-01-25T22:09:13.085+00:002024-01-25T22:09:13.085+00:00Couldn’t have put it better myself 🖤Couldn’t have put it better myself 🖤Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-38412956723417709422024-01-25T21:38:20.917+00:002024-01-25T21:38:20.917+00:00🖤😉🖤😉Nickynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-5407014084849945272024-01-25T21:37:06.300+00:002024-01-25T21:37:06.300+00:00I was there to, and I agree with the most part … t...I was there to, and I agree with the most part … the played 2 of my favourite songs… precious, stripped … black celebration was emended and John the Revelatory as well … I think cosmos is mine is a seeker intro.. but hey that’s me … till the next time … louder than London Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-64675483286548714592024-01-25T21:35:01.552+00:002024-01-25T21:35:01.552+00:00Unbelievably well written! I was right there with ...Unbelievably well written! I was right there with you the whole time and basking on my own precious memories. You are an incredible writer! Thank you for taking the time and sharing your experience with us 🥰Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-35378959337255786252024-01-25T20:22:16.990+00:002024-01-25T20:22:16.990+00:00Fantastic review, thank you. Sadly I didn't go...Fantastic review, thank you. Sadly I didn't go last night, first time I haven't seen them perform in Brum since Construction Time again and the Oxford road show gig at the Odeon, but son and I my saw them at Twickenham last year and that was great, but not the same as seeing them' at home'.Alan Lhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10147097816744065441noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-56445743445047267232024-01-25T20:21:38.489+00:002024-01-25T20:21:38.489+00:00What a well written and engaging review! And it to...What a well written and engaging review! And it took me back to so many of my similar emotions seeing our dearly-loved band.James Mnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-67531339533190188202024-01-23T19:29:40.998+00:002024-01-23T19:29:40.998+00:0025! I am so happy that younger fans love DM & ...25! I am so happy that younger fans love DM & this is a really cracking write up. I was waaay above you and it looked fabulous down the front. Thank you for turning this round so fast, my gig high will last a bit longer 🙌kaybar007https://www.blogger.com/profile/12943206087089837894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-62365357011940103912024-01-23T18:09:29.024+00:002024-01-23T18:09:29.024+00:00Hello D. Many thanks for your great Review. All th...Hello D. Many thanks for your great Review. All the best from Germany J.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-47241539519765993152024-01-23T17:13:44.751+00:002024-01-23T17:13:44.751+00:00Great review Paul. I thought Peter had got it wron...Great review Paul. I thought Peter had got it wrong. I’m 60 now with a bit of a bad back so can only dream of getting that early to a DM show 😀Alan Linesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2479382718529718406.post-81511045161041434592024-01-03T22:24:33.776+00:002024-01-03T22:24:33.776+00:00Having watched this, and enjoyed it all very much,...Having watched this, and enjoyed it all very much, I just wonder why the live footage Anton must have has not been compiled. An Anton film of the Black Celebration and World Violation tour would be amazing.NLhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02111503708269517275noreply@blogger.com