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  1. Originally posted by Ali709Alright, I hope you guys aren't tired of old boots...
    1985-03-21 - Chicago, Illinois - University Of Illinois Pavillion
    Nothing specific in choosing, I wanted something from the UF tour as I haven't listened to any of them (except live aid ) and this one was rated 4.5 ... sooo

    Oh, and please tell me if it is one of those "obvious" boots, and I'll change it


    That'll be up to the others. I haven't heard this gig yet though. I'm ready.
  2. Originally posted by Ali709[..]
    Oh, and please tell me if it is one of those "obvious" boots, and I'll change it


    it's one of the most highly rated UF boots but i've never listened to it right through. I have it on my ipod alredy which is handy. Good choice
  3. Here is my review of the show, hope you'll like it:

    http://www.u2start.com/bootlegs/1987-04-20/Los Angeles, California - Sports Arena/

    This recording has been made on the 12th night of the Joshua Tree Tour, and it was just the middle of the 5 nights that the band spent in Los Angeles Sports Arena. This is the beginning of the tour and the band is just about to explode of energy onstage. They love their new songs and would love to ray it on the crowd as well.

    Sound: This is not a 4/5 quality recording, that's for sure. The taper could have been sitting in the back side of the arena, the bass dominance is clear (just like in the case of nearly every audience recording), so Adam's performance is easy to be recognized. We can not say the same about Edge, his guitars are just like chiming bells from far away, but in most of the songs, the riffs and main parts are enjoyable, it's only some more ambient parts, which are less precise. Larry has no problem at all as he drives through the songs, and neither Bono, his voice is strong, at some time he gets lost in the musical flow, but I'm sure we can blame it on the taper.

    The show: The concert starts with WTSHNN, as the band kicks in, the whole stadium roars. the song itself is solid, a great starter for the night. I Will Follow is even more enthusiastic, Bono screams and shouts, gives his all to the song, and the crowd response is as good as it can get. ISHFWILF has a spoken introduction, it goes well, but this will only bloom during the third leg, this is the only song when we can feel that we are at the beginning of the tour. MLK is disturbed by some crowd noises, we get no dedications here. The Unforgettable Fire is like thunder, Larry's performance is exceptionally perfect, the falsetto parts are crystal clear, this is the first highlight of the concert. During Bullet The Blue Sky, the energy just shines down from the stage, it is good to hear this tune played without the mention of routine, the song sounds and feels fresh. Bono's second spoken part is a bit weak though, maybe his voice tired a bit by this time.
    Running To Stand Still is not as kicking as it could be, there's a rush feeling in it, the emotional power that this song has, is not coming through the recording. The band gets back to top form by Exit. Though it's disturbed by some glitches in the beginning (tape mistake), this is an awesome performance, it grabs the audience, and gives goosebumps to the listener as well.
    The good shape continues with In God's Country, where The Edge simply rules the house, like he's been in a fight with his Fender. Sunday Bloody Sunday is great, but no extraordinary performance here, we get an Amnesty International speech instead. Time for a cover, but Maggie's Farm is definately not a good choice here, it's just not fits in with the concert's flow, it's clearly the lowest point of the show. But after this... the band re-emerges with one of the greatest live versions of Bad ever, it's really, really exceptional, whatever brought Bono to write this song, it's all here in its full glory. Cannot explain it further, listen to it, it's really one of the strongest renditions of this track. October lets the band rest a bit, but just to let them slip to New Year's Day, which is fast and dynamic. Pride is next, Edge's riffs leading the song, Bono dedicates it to late rocks stars and Steven Biko, the murdered South African Black Conciousness leader. With Or Without You is a gift to the audience, they sing it from the top of their throats, but the same problem that is with all the live performances of this song is also presented here: WOWY is not a good live tune. The studio performance is very intense, but it's too radio-friendly compared with all the other songs that they play onstage - it just breaks the U2 concert cycle every time I hear it - and it's no exception unfortunately. A fast version of Gloria comes along, and it marks the end of the main part of the concert, as Bono introduces the band members for the audience.
    The most unique moment of this show comes after this, the band starts to play a Bob Dylan song called I Shall Be Released, then the Master comes on stage to join them, and the crowd gets nuts. They play together one more song, a loose version of Knocking On Heaven's Door, they all seem to enjoy it. The finale of the show is a nice rendition of 40 - as usual, the band then goes off stage by a Clannad song played over the PA - the night ends perfectly.

    Highlights: The Unforgettable Fire, Exit, In God's Country, and of course BAD.

    Lowlights: MLK (disturbing crowd shoutings), Running To Stand Still (bit lame), Maggie's Farm (bad choice)

    Overall: This is a great early Joshua Tree concert, which has its higlights and downhills as well, but the overall view is good, I would give it 4 stars.
  4. Originally posted by ReclinerMan
    --Interesting how Bullet doesn't sound quite right yet.



    This was one of my notes that I forgot to include. It feels like they hadn't really figured out how to perform the song live yet. I always view this as an angry song, and it didn't feel that harsh to me.
  5. Originally posted by haytrainThis was one of my notes that I forgot to include. It feels like they hadn't really figured out how to perform the song live yet. I always view this as an angry song, and it didn't feel that harsh to me.


    Well, they didn't know how to perform it yet. A lot of their songs have that problem live. I feel that they have become better arrangers as they have aged. The Vertigo tour arrangements of some songs are the best they've ever had.
  6. Sorry guys for the late post. Ok, here's my thoughts.



    Words cannot describe the way I feel about this show. I hated it. Streets was decent, the audio quality was also decent. Bob Dylan was the main highlight for me. Sorry guys, I just don't know how else to explain it in specifics.
  7. Originally posted by Ali709[..]

    Alright, I hope you guys aren't tired of old boots...
    1985-03-21 - Chicago, Illinois - University Of Illinois Pavillion
    Nothing specific in choosing, I wanted something from the UF tour as I haven't listened to any of them (except live aid ) and this one was rated 4.5 ... sooo

    Oh, and please tell me if it is one of those "obvious" boots, and I'll change it




    Love this boot.
  8. Seems like not many people liked this show...come on, this was not that bad!
  9. Originally posted by jean_pasquerelSeems like not many people liked this show...come on, this was not that bad!


    nope it wasn't. My problem with the show was my own fault. I let a bit of expectation build whuch was never fulfilled
  10. Do we know who's picking after Ali?
  11. Originally posted by easports43Do we know who's picking after Ali?


    anyone that hasn't already picked. How about yourself?
  12. Originally posted by germcevoy[..]

    anyone that hasn't already picked. How about yourself?


    Why not.....
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