Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 10:16
I'm uploading the video of Rain from Heaven to YouTube now.mh wrote:Nice one!
Delighted you got to experience Rain from Heaven too.
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Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 10:18
Obviously I am more of the fan of small venues, small stages and closed spaces. This is the only thing that did not fit my picture. I know I should expect it, but still .... It also influences lights since I could not get the the right feeling (nevermind the technical glitch).
On the other hand and what was much more important is that music was great. The Rain From Heaven is really a very strong song and in my opinion it was the culmination of the evening. I am very happy that Von decided to include it because Gift is really a perfect album.
In some moments I was getting the feeling that Von is really trying to show us that the voice is still there and few moments I was convinced that it was. I can not say that rest was not good, rest was as always - properly played and properly sung, but I was enjoying (when I was not being thrown around) these few special moments.
Although I must say that I missed The Healing Hand song, but that is my own small universe. Since I never heard Good Things live it was a nice surprise for me and I welcome small changes (throw a song out, get the song in - each time you play) that make each gig different from previous. This would also take strong arguments away from Mr. Blast because he is right - it was almost always the same setlist.
It would be nice to have Giving Ground and Rain from Heaven on the same setlist, but there is plenty of time for that - the 30 years should be celebrated properly.
Not to forget - No Time To Cry - THANK YOU. It was excellent.
Anything to say about Chris and Ben would be just repeating old stuff - only thing that I can add is that they really are an integral part of the band and even if Von gets the crazy idea to change the guitar players I am convinced that it would not be the same. Usual notion that Von and dr. Avalanche are the Sisters of Mercy and that everybody else is expendable is not applicable anymore (at least for me).
Combination of great music, meeting new friends, meeting old friends that I have not seen for long time is the reason why I can hardly wait for next occassion (even if I have to go to Leeds
).
@Obviousman - thank you for your help, count on me anytime you come to Croatia.
I do not understand people that say that there was too much fog. How can there be too much fog ?
On the other hand and what was much more important is that music was great. The Rain From Heaven is really a very strong song and in my opinion it was the culmination of the evening. I am very happy that Von decided to include it because Gift is really a perfect album.
In some moments I was getting the feeling that Von is really trying to show us that the voice is still there and few moments I was convinced that it was. I can not say that rest was not good, rest was as always - properly played and properly sung, but I was enjoying (when I was not being thrown around) these few special moments.
Although I must say that I missed The Healing Hand song, but that is my own small universe. Since I never heard Good Things live it was a nice surprise for me and I welcome small changes (throw a song out, get the song in - each time you play) that make each gig different from previous. This would also take strong arguments away from Mr. Blast because he is right - it was almost always the same setlist.
It would be nice to have Giving Ground and Rain from Heaven on the same setlist, but there is plenty of time for that - the 30 years should be celebrated properly.
Not to forget - No Time To Cry - THANK YOU. It was excellent.
Anything to say about Chris and Ben would be just repeating old stuff - only thing that I can add is that they really are an integral part of the band and even if Von gets the crazy idea to change the guitar players I am convinced that it would not be the same. Usual notion that Von and dr. Avalanche are the Sisters of Mercy and that everybody else is expendable is not applicable anymore (at least for me).
Combination of great music, meeting new friends, meeting old friends that I have not seen for long time is the reason why I can hardly wait for next occassion (even if I have to go to Leeds
). @Obviousman - thank you for your help, count on me anytime you come to Croatia.
I do not understand people that say that there was too much fog. How can there be too much fog ?
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 10:31
Yes, this is correct, and is what I was thinking on Tuesday night. Chris especially is an utterly essential part of the Sisters, and it's now difficult to image them without him.Back in time wrote:Anything to say about Chris and Ben would be just repeating old stuff - only thing that I can add is that they really are an integral part of the band and even if Von gets the crazy idea to change the guitar players I am convinced that it would not be the same. Usual notion that Von and dr. Avalanche are the Sisters of Mercy and that everybody else is expendable is not applicable anymore (at least for me).
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 11:15
It was a very nice concert. I really loved NTTC which is one of my all time favourites. Von looked very fit en in a good mood. Especially Christ played very well. He is indeed a strong member of TSOM.
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 11:26
WAAAWW! Excellent gig! 
Great sound, voice and brilliant NTTC, Good Things and Rain From Heaven which is still playing in my head! 
Besides that it was a top day out and wonderful to meet friends and fans again.
You know who you are!
Belgian people are very friendly, relaxed, helpful and have the best atmosphere at festivals.
A big thank you to Paul and Donna for the safe ride and nice time!
Koen....I love your ugliest Sisters' shirt I have ever seen!
Great sound, voice and brilliant NTTC, Good Things and Rain From Heaven which is still playing in my head!
Besides that it was a top day out and wonderful to meet friends and fans again.
You know who you are!
Belgian people are very friendly, relaxed, helpful and have the best atmosphere at festivals.
A big thank you to Paul and Donna for the safe ride and nice time!
Koen....I love your ugliest Sisters' shirt I have ever seen!
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 11:31
It doesn't stop Pat. It just doesn't stop.Ozpat wrote:...Rain From Heaven which is still playing in my head!
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 11:51
Exactly....Hom_Corleone wrote:It doesn't stop Pat. It just doesn't stop.Ozpat wrote:...Rain From Heaven which is still playing in my head!
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 12:00
Here it is:Hom_Corleone wrote:It doesn't stop Pat. It just doesn't stop.Ozpat wrote:...Rain From Heaven which is still playing in my head!
Play it Loud
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RO5Ap01YnnA
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 12:14
Leeds, you say?weebleswobble wrote:Holy sh*t F*ck, between that and The Mission the weebles hotel is gonna get demolished!
Mon now, who know more about this then?
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 12:18
I think this is just speculation, just like on the Wikipedia page:cardoman wrote:Yes yes yes, delicious gig...
PS: announcement at big screen @ Lokerse feesten:
"Sisters of Mercy bestaan volgend jaar 30 jaar en geven hiertoe een concert in basis Leeds"
or
"Sisters of Mercy excist 30 years next year and give a special concert in hometown Leeds".
Any insider can confirm?
"In 2011, the band will celebrate their 30th anniversary. While the customary mid-February show in or nearby the city of Leeds is yet to be announced, one is expected to be held."
Anyway, I thought last night was a great gig and as good as the Lokeren 2005 gig. Good sound, not too much smoke, lights looked stunning. Very similar setlist as on Tuesday, so no surprises. The crowd on the right was on great form and good to see so many old faces again. I'll sort out my photos when I get home, but from a quick look I got some really good ones.
Roll on M'era Luna.
Alexander
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 12:28
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 12:33
Wonderful people! Great soundtrack! Top Nite Out!
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 12:54
Thank you!
Glad you all enjoyed. Any gossip? Funny things Andrew said to the audience? Come on do tell!!!!!
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 13:20
Some pics
http://img841.imageshack.us/img841/5323/p1010631r.jpg
http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/8624/p1010634a.jpg
http://img840.imageshack.us/img840/8245/p1010636.jpg
http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/1811/p1010638en.jpg
http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/1559/p1010641hj.jpg
and a clip of Summer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAi9WMD7wQY
and Rain From Heaven (last 3 minutes)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V8URAG-Wb6s
http://img841.imageshack.us/img841/5323/p1010631r.jpg
http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/8624/p1010634a.jpg
http://img840.imageshack.us/img840/8245/p1010636.jpg
http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/1811/p1010638en.jpg
http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/1559/p1010641hj.jpg
and a clip of Summer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAi9WMD7wQY
and Rain From Heaven (last 3 minutes)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V8URAG-Wb6s
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 13:50
I did win that contest, didn't I?!Ozpat wrote:Koen....I love your ugliest Sisters' shirt I have ever seen!
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 14:07
I have the same one, if it's the one in your avatarradiojamaica wrote:I did win that contest, didn't I?!Ozpat wrote:Koen....I love your ugliest Sisters' shirt I have ever seen!
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 14:10
Thanks for this, now I feel very bad for missing the sisters in Belgium for the first time in 10 yearsPeter KJ wrote:Here it is:Hom_Corleone wrote:It doesn't stop Pat. It just doesn't stop.Ozpat wrote:...Rain From Heaven which is still playing in my head!
Play it Loud
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RO5Ap01YnnA
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 14:11
You did! I owe you a beer or two!radiojamaica wrote:I did win that contest, didn't I?!Ozpat wrote:Koen....I love your ugliest Sisters' shirt I have ever seen!
Next time victory will be mine, you hear! MINE! MWWWAAAHAHAHA (*evil laughter*)
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 14:31
I can't wait!paul wrote:You did! I owe you a beer or two!radiojamaica wrote:I did win that contest, didn't I?!Ozpat wrote:Koen....I love your ugliest Sisters' shirt I have ever seen!
Next time victory will be mine, you hear! MINE! MWWWAAAHAHAHA (*evil laughter*)
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 14:45
any words on recordings yet?
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 15:01
we are still @ the afterparty in Christophe's garden
more recording of show, photos and rewiews will be added later, first more Duvel
lots of good things going on here
MadameButterfly, Christophe, Druid, Neverland, lachert & The Ladies
more recording of show, photos and rewiews will be added later, first more Duvel
lots of good things going on here
MadameButterfly, Christophe, Druid, Neverland, lachert & The Ladies
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 15:08
I recorded it, but havent found the time to check it...Ghostrider wrote:any words on recordings yet?
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 15:10
Strength to you guys!MadameButterfly wrote:we are still @ the afterparty in Christophe's garden
(...)
MadameButterfly, Christophe, Druid, Neverland, lachert & The Ladies
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 17:10
Now that's the spirit!MadameButterfly wrote:we are still @ the afterparty in Christophe's garden
more recording of show, photos and rewiews will be added later, first more Duvel
lots of good things going on here
MadameButterfly, Christophe, Druid, Neverland, lachert & The Ladies
I was home around 7 this morning and I don't think I would have lasted much longer...
some very nice pics here: http://www.cuttingedge.be/photo_reports/4564?index=1
Posted: 06 Aug 2010, 17:22
MadameButterfly wrote:we are still @ the afterparty in Christophe's garden
more recording of show, photos and rewiews will be added later, first more Duvel
lots of good things going on here
MadameButterfly, Christophe, Druid, Neverland, lachert & The Ladies
greetings to you all
from
stupid me