Blur?

[Zoo Music Girl]

Blur tix now going on gumtree for 75 a pair. Think I might bide my time and take the plunge next week!

Yeah same. Blur are definitely worth that but I think I'll try my luck next week.

What has happened to Dave Grohl? And please don't wish for a Hot Chip clash!

Edit: just seen Save Grohl thread

Edited June 13, 2015 by Zoo Music Girl

[Gnomicide]

Sounding good on Absilute Radio at the moment - IOW highlights.

[thewayiam]

Hyde Park prices bound to shoot up if the Foos do end up cancelling Wembley - I know I'd want to get a couple.

Why will Blur prices shoot up if Foo's cancel? And for Hyde Park as well, dreadful outdoor venue!

[adjwholovesmusic]

I went to the Blackpool gig and the Llandudno gig. The band were fantastic but the crowd were really quiet at Venue Cymru. Great performance by Blur though and Damon gave it absolutely everything to get everyone going. There seemed to be a lot of people who only really knew the well known stuff and didn't really get parts of the set. They are probably the biggest band to ever play in North Wales since the 60's so it was a tad disappointing that the crowd weren't more up for it. Great couple of days though. If Dave Grohl doesn't manage to headline get on the phone to Blur's management immediately and ask the question.

Edited June 14, 2015 by adjwholovesmusic

[Homer]

Got an offer from time out today. Bought two tickets for the comedy gig in hyde park with rich hall band and Marcus brigstocke - £25 for a pair reduced from £55.

Strokes now £40 on gumtree.

[brettredmayne]

Do you think were will get an arena tour, is the demand they?

[efcfanwirral]

Do you think were will get an arena tour, is the demand they?

We all know It is but the Hyde park ticket sales will make it look like it's not

[Homer]

Do you think were will get an arena tour, is the demand they?

I think it's the other way around; whether they want to do it. And if we can see that the reason for HP not selling is the price, I'm sure the professionals can too.

[thewayiam]

I think it's the other way around; whether they want to do it. And if we can see that the reason for HP not selling is the price, I'm sure the professionals can too.

 

I imagine the reason why HP doesn't sell out is majorly to do with sound issue's, it's a well documented thing which will put many off returning regardless of it being Blur or not.

[the wonderwhy]

Just announced two US dates for October - could be a good sign? 

[paulmuchmore]

Enjoyed them at Isle of Wight, but the first half was a bit slow, which meant the crowd weren't too happy and a lot of people were leaving before they got to the much more entertaining second half. The hits needed to be spread through the set a bit more. Damon still sounded pretty good despite having a bad throat.

[brettredmayne]

Just announced two US dates for October - could be a good sign?

Playing msg that's a pretty big gig for them

[brettredmayne]

Also dave was tweeting about headlining titp next year so I imagine they will do that and reading/leeds if still around.

[theouterlimits]

I'm going on Saturday. As a general admission ticket holder does anyone know what sort of time we need to arrive to get a decent spot (I appreciate that's a contradiction in terms given the venue).

I was quite near the front for the 2012 Olympics gig but can't remember if they operated a pit system (or indeed if BST do aside from the VIP tickets)

No pit system. Just a slightly strange layout to take account of all the VIPs. Head towards the front left as you look at the stage and you'll be fine. 

[Zoo Music Girl]

I'm going on Saturday. As a general admission ticket holder does anyone know what sort of time we need to arrive to get a decent spot (I appreciate that's a contradiction in terms given the venue).

I was quite near the front for the 2012 Olympics gig but can't remember if they operated a pit system (or indeed if BST do aside from the VIP tickets)

Went to the Neil Young gig and wandered right down the front less than an hour before The National came on. Didn't attempt for Neil Young though but that should give you some idea in terms of busyness. Also Blur looks a way from sold out as Neil Young was too.

[budvar]

Went to the Neil Young gig and wandered right down the front less than an hour before The National came on. Didn't attempt for Neil Young though but that should give you some idea in terms of busyness. Also Blur looks a way from sold out as Neil Young was too.

 

I'm not surprised Blur hasn't sold out - think this is the 3rd time they've played Hyde Park in not all that many years.

[the wonderwhy]

I got a decent spot near the front for Black Sabbath about 20 minutes before they came on, wouldn't have thought you'd have a problem doing the same for Blur. Just work your way in from the side. 

[marktea]

I'm not surprised Blur hasn't sold out - think this is the 3rd time they've played Hyde Park in not all that many years.

 

Have seen Blur in Hyde Park twice before. Would love to see them again but I will not pay to watch any band at that crap venue - even Blur, which is really saying something - ever again.

[the wonderwhy]

Yeah. There's absolutely no access from the right as that's where the 'VIPs' go. The whole left hand side is completely open though so easy to get in from that way. 

[home to you]

Metronomy, Drenge, The Horrors and Blur are all on the same stage on Saturday so hopefully that doesn't make it too difficult to get close

[Hugh Jass]

Playing msg that's a pretty big gig for them

I'm a little bit gutted about this. Going to NYC in September and I've always wanted to see something in MSG, I had a tiny bit of hope that they'd play at the same time I'm there.

[the wonderwhy]

Charity donation tickets (pay what you want to donate) tickets now available http://www.bst-hydepark.com/whats-on-1/charity-donations?uk_et_cid=BST_CHARITY_BSTSOC_150615

[dentalplan]

Bugger. I've already booked my transport back after The Strokes.

 

I am very glad that so many people that have been holding out for something like this have been rewarded and the funds go to charity as well. Can't imagine next year's BST tickets will fly off the shelves but NMFP.

[the wonderwhy]

Yeah, it's definitely better than people buying tickets off Stubhub etc. 

 

I'd hold off for a bit though anyone interested. Just seen people on Facebook/Twitter complaining off making donations but not getting any tickets... 

[Zoo Music Girl]

Anyone else doing this? Made a donation and through to ticket page but now can't see how to use it?