Hello fellow RO members.
Anyone know if there will be a warm up band?
Thank you!

Any meeting place before the show?

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1.- SFM
2.- IORR
3.- Tumbling Dice
4.- Under my thumb
5.- 19th Nervous breakdown
6.- Wild Horses (vote)
7.- You can't always get what you want
8.- Living in a Ghost town
9.- Start me up
10.- Honky Tonk Women
11.- Happy
12.- Slipping  Away
13.- Miss You
14.- Midnight Rambler
15.- Paint it Black
16.- Sympathy for the devil
17.- Jumping Jack Flash
Encore
18.- Gimme Shelter
19.- Satisfaction (guess LOL)

The Revivalists are the opening act for St Louis.

They announced it on their facebook page literally an hour ago and seem pretty surprised about it

https://www.facebook.com/therevivalists/posts/395904608572173

It would appear from this that the opening acts appear to be something of an afterthought. Incredible that they're only being announced so late.

Zac Brown Band have just confirmed they're opening in Atlanta (November 11th) so I guess a few more will be rolled out in the coming days.

Update - the Stones have confirmed that Ghost Hounds will be the opening acts in Charlotte, Pittsburgh, Nashville, Tampa and the first show in Los Angeles.

Gazza wrote on Sep 23^rd, 2021 at 1:07pm:


Thank you so much Gazza!
That helps a lot! Gonna give us more time to relax and enjoy the pre-show St Louis activities.

Gazza wrote on Sep 23^rd, 2021 at 1:07pm:



Dang!
The Revivalists sound great!
Gonna be a great night.

Rev 20 Redlights wrote on Sep 24^th, 2021 at 7:58am:

Local coverage plus Stones message to fans.

Rev 20 Redlights wrote on Sep 24^th, 2021 at 6:42pm:

From Keith: "Tomorrow… St. Louis!"

Rev 20 Redlights wrote on Sep 25^th, 2021 at 8:01pm:

Here's my stab at predicting the set:

1. SMU
2. IORR
3. TD
4. Living in a Ghost Town
5. Ruby Tuesday (vote song)
6. Waiting on a Friend
7. Living in the Heart of Love
8. YCAGWYW
9. HTW
10. MY
      - - - Band introductions
11. Slipping Away
12. Connection
13. SFTD
14. MR
15. PIB
16. GS
17. JJF
18. BS
      - - - Encore
19. SFM
20. Satisfaction

It would appear the 'black tongue' tribute story was indeed a load of bollocks

Genuinely pulling for them tonight. Raising a glass for the whole group, and cheers to everyone there to see it.

ScubaMike

with thanks to Jen S @msgreenjeans

1.- SFM
2.- IORR
3.- Tumbling Dice
4.- Under my thumb
5.- 19th Nervous breakdown
6.- Wild Horses (vote)
7.- You can't always get what you want
8.- Living in a Ghost town
9.- Start me up
10.- Honky Tonk Women
11.- Happy
12.- Slipping Away
13.- Miss You
14.- Midnight Rambler
15.- Paint it Black
16.- Sympathy for the devil
17.- Jumping Jack Flash
Encore
18.- Gimme Shelter
19.- Satisfaction (guess LOL)

https://www.facebook.com/christy.losaw.1/videos/901175860825801

https://www.stltoday.com/entertainment/music/photos-rolling-stones-open-north-am...

monkeyman2 wrote on Sep 26^th, 2021 at 11:52pm:



Thanks for the correction!! And specially for the review!!!

God damn did they deliver or what? I knew they would. They've been delivering every night since they ditched Blondie.

It's so hard to get past the drums. Steve's great and I'm glad it's him on the throne, but it's not Charlie and I miss him.

Shit got real seeing Mick hold Keith's hand when talking about Charlie. It's not only that they lost him, but knowing that at any moment one of their planes can be called to board, and the other has to close up shop. Their own mortality is really the only thing they have to face.

And honestly, I respect the shit out of them for how they're facing it. They know the end is coming, fuck guys the end is here.... but on stage they look so unphased by it all, like it's not even real. They're just having a blast jamming with each other until their number is called, with all the endless swagger, attitude, confidence, energy and skill that are so uniquely Stones. They're on top of the world and are forced to close up shop, makes me sad.

I'm a bit high and don't know if I'm just rambling but main point is the show sounded fantastic and I'm glad the guys are still getting joy out of performing And I really, really miss Charlie.

Thanks for the photos, videos and comments

That intro really put a lump in my throat.

They sound good. Different but still good.

No 'Brown Sugar' for the second show in a row. No big deal in a shortened private show, but a huge surprise for that to happen at a stadium gig

No issues with them rotating (or even dropping) some warhorses that have been played to death but I really hope this isnt some PC decision. Pretty ridiculous if they start pandering to that shit now - its not as if people are going to walk out if they play it and they probably wont play most of these places again anyway.

And if they HAVE dropped it for that reason, its a bit absurd that they're playing 'Under My Thumb'....

Not bad not bad at all.

initial thoughts

Top 5 Stones show, maybe even top 5 any show, nothing too different than what they have been doing the last several years but it was just them at their most real playing their hearts out and getting very emotional doing it. Mick was actually choking up while singing early in the set.

My spot was perfect, it was LOUD and with the roof blocking out ambient light it made the visuals that much more vivid.
There were a few changes to the songs themselves like Steve Jordan playing a live drum intro to Sympathy and Mick slowing down on Satisfaction and trying to sing it like the original at least on the first verses.

Living In A Ghost Town is the best song they have put out since One Hit To The Body and also the first time I remember seeing them put a new song in the set that the people around me actually want to see them do.

I know people are bummed that Keith isn't picking 2 different songs to sing every tour but Happy or Before They Make Me Run and Slipping Away is the best Keith segment I have ever seen them do.

On a more personal level I couldn't have asked for a better seat and one of my complaints about classic rock events are both the volume and the crowd but everyone around me was digging it and it was L O U D.

The band barely scratches the surface on Brian Jones era songs and seems to be somewhat alienated from their catalog and how the fans connect with it but 19th Nervous Breakdown was probably the best received song in my section.

Very rare to get songs like Under My Thumb, 19th Nervous Breakdown and Paint It Black all in the same show.

Might squeeze in another show in addition to the 2 LA shows. Austin would be the best bet for obvious reasons but don't like the way the venue looks on the map.

IORR

Gimme Shelter

Living in a Ghost Town

Other version of Midnight Rambler

JJF

CS wrote on Sep 27^th, 2021 at 11:38am:


Thanks CS- very groovy.

- Anyone notice that Mick was singing "Satisfaction" with that breathy snarl from the original? So cool.
- "Street Fighting Man" was excellent; it was so cool that Steve played it like the original and the guitars were great. It sounds like he tried to do the same with "Paint It Black," but it didn't work as well.
- Keith seems to be paying tribute to Charlie by being on his game 100 % and emulating his professionalism. "Slipping Away" was absolutely beautiful and sung straight from the heart. He rocked "IORR" and "Sympathy." From what I hear, he outshone Ronnie tenfold who seemed to be off his game a bit. "Happy" was extremely strong as well.
- "Gimme Shelter" was the only song that seemed a bit off, Ronnie seemed to struggle in the intro whilst Keith was fine.
- "19th Nervous Breakdown" sounds fantastic. Keep this as a regular, it's truly spectacular.
- "Ghost Town" works so much better live.
- Mick seems like he got into even better shape during the pandemic. Very muscular and flexible. And his voice was strong.

I saw many clips and the recognition of Charlie at the show. I am quite happy and truthfully .. honestly pleasantly surprised.

I truly figured The rest of The Stones would go on without much said or recognized (ala Brian Jones). The remebrence wasn't over done either. It was real and it does appear they are playing for / in an ode to him .. on this 'particular' tour.

Thank GOODNESS. Didnt expect to see much or them to mention him except maybe a statement from Mick at some point during the show with a picture of him on the screens for a brief moment is all I expected. Cant base the whole show / entire concert around this theme ...and they didn't  while keeping him in mind .. in poigniant places. Well done.

Jordan is playing more like Charlie now as oppossed to the private show. My feeling is he did not want to attempt showing anyone up at their own game. However it is also different .. he is funkier at times and hits the skins harder .. NOT that he is better. There will never be another Charlie Watts. It is just different .. a different sound with some extra shots in the arm in some places. Yet it is still in the traditional Charlie Watts style of play in other places.
However ..Midnight Rambler is def missing Charlie Watts. Sorry folks .. it is what it is. It may grow to be a different sort of thing .. and thats fine .. but right now it is still mechanical and off. It will not be the same Midnight Rambler with Charlie but perhaps it can take on a new form .. and still be really cool? Time will tell. In order for that to happen they have to keep playing it... especially live.

It was the right replacement. It is different drum sound at times .. and thats fine.. it should be ..while in other songs and places it is quite close to Charlie Watt's sound. He is replacing Charlie Watts (bless Chalie) .. not filling in. He is his own musician. Fine line between playing in ode to Charlie to keep the Stones sound and yet being your own musician and respecting yourself. He understands that line and is riding it nicely .. and it appears The band is on board with that concept as well (bravo). The fundemantals of Watts play are there. Jordan brings a bit of direct punch and harsher sound at times... other times it is more of a funky drum approach .... at other times / songs it is quite close to before with CW in sound and in style>>>  It is a nice balance.

Look folks ... There is no 'replacing' Chalrlie Watts figuratively speaking ... but that is not the point or the aim (and it shouldnt be). It is sort of a new take on things. The path has forked .. Lil different direction from here out.

Ian

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Maxmeister wrote on Sep 27^th, 2021 at 9:24pm:



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Yes.. I saw that. Pretty touching. I was damn pissed before this tour started. I thought they were going to basically sweep Charlie Watts legacy under the carpet besides a quick mention and image. I didnt expect them to start the show with such a video etc. I didnt even expect them to do interviews before the tour or during in order to avoid questions or having to address Charlie Watts absence. I thought it was going to be that route they were taking and I was like even though Charlie wouldnt want the attention ... having as little possible is a big "waaaait.. hell nah'. I am surprised (and pleasantly so) this def was not the case (and it was not over done). Gosh ... Charlie was very special (I tell ya .. I am kinda sad ... as if I actually knew him like a good neighbor of mine for 40 plus years). 

Look not that the show is a tribute type of thing specifically .. it isn't (nor should it be). Cant base the premise of the tour on a downer .. sure it is a part of that .. due to circumstance and they respectully address it .. but it is still a Stones show and it is still suppossed to be a kick arse time in itself. The gist is that they are currently  carrying on in his memory is how it is ... and that is perfect IMO (for right now anyway).

I was worried they were trying to brush this off ... (thank GOODNESS it wasnt the case). They didn't even have to do as much as they did .. they presented the show that way bc they really do miss and value what he was to them. Charlie wouldnt of even really wanted em to .. but they jus HAVE to be human .. a little .. and they truly have.

I didnt think Mick or Keith would bat-a- eye at this point or give any remembrence now that the tour had started. It was good to see they have. As was said ... cant base the show on Charlies passing .. or have it a memorial concert etc .. it isnt a 9/11 benefit show ... I mean, nobody wants that sort of thing here ... <<< and it wasnt... yet Charlie was quite recognized and remembered at the same time.

The three of em roll on.  Jordan will add a new take on things sonically.

rogerriffin wrote on Sep 26^th, 2021 at 11:52pm:


This one just slays me.   
I don't know how they pulled it together to do a tour but I salute them.
I hope everyone enjoys the shows they attend.
I am done.
There will never be another Band like this one. God Bless The Rolling Stones.

Paranoid Android wrote on Sep 28^th, 2021 at 7:41am:


Thanks PA.
It's been a blast and I'm not closing the door on future gatherings.
I'm so happy you get to bring your Glimmer Twins to a show. It will be extra special for you and Mrs PA.
xoxo

https://twitter.com/i/status/1442835733916446721

Hang Fire? What?

Wait, I missed Glencar too? Damn.

On holiday   So posting from my phone and not sure if this has been posted in this thread yet ;

Full concert

Egon wrote on Oct 1^st, 2021 at 10:27am:


Thanks Egon!!!