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  1. It's easy to slam opening acts. Or it seems to be. I heard many complain about The Sugarcubes opening for U2 in 1992. Those same people later say with pride how they "saw Bjork way-back when she was with her other band".

    Ugh.

    Similar, I remember many complaining on various forums about PJ Harvey (whom I loved) during Elevation and Kings of Leon (Who I love and have seen headline their own shows).

    The point being, many don't give opening acts a chance. Many aren't patient to listen to something that isn't U2 when waiting for U2.

    There is nothing wrong with opening up to listen to an opening act. U2 brought them there for a reason - they see something in them and want others who might not hear that act or stumble across their records to have that opportunity. In that, that is a great thing that U2 does.

    That said, Kanye Pest? He obviously acts and speaks with less arrogance than he does in the general press and at awards shows. Maybe he needs a bit more time hanging out w/U2 to learn how to keep his ego in check.
  2. Non-U2 related, but seeing as you're a guitar guru, do you know what kind of amps Robbie Krieger used in The Doors? Also any guitars other than his SG? I saw a video of him playing a LP on The End once.
  3. Originally posted by wtshnnfb01:Non-U2 related, but seeing as you're a guitar guru, do you know what kind of amps Robbie Krieger used in The Doors? Also any guitars other than his SG? I saw a video of him playing a LP on The End once.


    In the Doors days, Robbie used mainly a Gibson SG. I think he did have an LP and a Gibson 335 (or similar)

    Ampwise, I'm not sure but I like these kinds of questions as they make me think to go do some research. I will report back what I learn.

    Around 1968, it appears that Robbie used Acoustic amps.
    http://acoustic.homeunix.net/twiki/bin/view/Acoustic/GuitarHead260

  4. Found this in another forum:


    "I've seen pic's of him playing Acoustic amp's (very rare and Robbys said that the amps were totally gutted out and rebuilt for more power- so, those are not typical acoustic amps), Fender Twin's (brownfaced pre-1964 model), and producer Bruce Botnick (sp?) has said that Krieger would plug straight into the all tube mixing boards a Elecktra for many session's (most notable "When the Musics Over" fuzz freakout solo).

    He used a early Les Paul Custom on Moonlight drive and all others.

    Guitars- the LP Custom, early Gibson sg melody maker, mid Gibson sg special, late gibson sg specials, late gibson sg standards, a strange cheapo guitar on the "Break on Through" video, Gibson 335 twelve string, and Ramariz classical guitar.

    Effect's- amp tremelo, echoplex, and a fuzz that I know but aint saying cause I want one for myself. "


  5. Not to be too off topic but since I was asked about Robbie Krieger...

    ...I met him around the time that The Doors (movie) came out. He was playing some small place near my old job in Northridge. Pretty cool show - his son played in his band.

    Afterward, I approached him and asked if he'd sign my copy of "Waiting For The Sun". Robbie was shy but smiled and said yes. I handed him the CD cover and he smiled, held his hands out to the size of a vinyl LP and said - "I remember when they were 'this' big". Funny stuff. Nice guy. Great guitarist.
  6. ONe other note on the off topic bit...

    During most of The Doors time, Robbie finger-picked and didn't use a plectrum. Although, he was using one for some of the songs when I saw him in 1990-1991.
  7. Originally posted by anstratdubh1979:Now in that, I am not suggesting Larry should have all of the gear Neil Peart does, just saying that the acoustic up front / electronic behind - and all on a rotating drum riser, like Neil Peart's... could be cool.


    I'm a drummer and I prefer Larry's drumming and set ups any day to what Peart has. He's obviously a great drummer. Just not a big Rush fan, I can't take them seriously. I like Larry's latest set up, with the ride in front since the War tour (i'm pretty sure). I'm glad to see him using a new kit after using the white Yamaha one for two albums/tours in a row. I like seeing a new kit for each tour ala Zoo TV and PopMart, that Popmart set was awesome

    one more thing, what exactly is the point of Larry using that electronic drum for the "Sound" part of Boots? I think it would be better if he just kept time with it, that hip hop beat just snare, hi hat and bass drum. I can't particularly tell a difference when he's using that pad or whatever
  8. Originally posted by thefly07:[..]

    I'm a drummer and I prefer Larry's drumming and set ups any day to what Peart has. He's obviously a great drummer. Just not a big Rush fan, I can't take them seriously. I like Larry's latest set up, with the ride in front since the War tour (i'm pretty sure). I'm glad to see him using a new kit after using the white Yamaha one for two albums/tours in a row. I like seeing a new kit for each tour ala Zoo TV and PopMart, that Popmart set was awesome

    one more thing, what exactly is the point of Larry using that electronic drum for the "Sound" part of Boots? I think it would be better if he just kept time with it, that hip hop beat just snare, hi hat and bass drum. I can't particularly tell a difference when he's using that pad or whatever


    1) He might be setting off the sample loop with the Roland pad.
    2) And it gives him something to do while standing and singing the backup vocal - and hence it DOES add a bit of a visual element.
  9. Originally posted by anstratdubh1979:[..]

    1) He might be setting off the sample loop with the Roland pad.
    2) And it gives him something to do while standing and singing the backup vocal - and hence it DOES add a bit of a visual element.


    As I remember, he seemed to be playing the snare on the hip hop beat on the pad.
  10. Originally posted by anstratdubh1979:[..]

    1) He might be setting off the sample loop with the Roland pad.
    2) And it gives him something to do while standing and singing the backup vocal - and hence it DOES add a bit of a visual element.


    I'll grant you it does add a visual element, I just think he would look cooler rockin' out on his kit versus standing there banging on a drum. not trying to sound like I'm being too critical, just seemed odd
  11. Thanks for The Doors info Jeff. I honestly didn't know he ever used a 12-string, but I'm not suprised, as everyone and their brother did in the 60s. Perhaps a studio only guitar?

    I knew about his mad finger-picking skills though. I wonder if hes buddies with Mark Knopfler?
  12. Originally posted by wtshnnfb01:Thanks for The Doors info Jeff. I honestly didn't know he ever used a 12-string, but I'm not suprised, as everyone and their brother did in the 60s. Perhaps a studio only guitar?

    I knew about his mad finger-picking skills though. I wonder if hes buddies with Mark Knopfler?


    I know that Robbie took flamenco guitar lessons before The Doors started, hence the fingerpicking. Spanish Caravan showcases that fingerpicking.
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