balthazarstarbuck Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 Another plus for the Chems. Drizzle actually helped with with the lights. And how they timed the thunderstorm during MAH is beyond me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gfa Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 Chems were ridiculous, energy in the crowd was amazing easily the best live set i’ve ever seen. Cannot wait to see them again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gilgamesh69 Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 Christ almighty, I feel rough as fuck 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EssexIndie Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 Feeling it this morning but what a day! Struggling to describe how good it was being back and going to a festival. Life was “normal” for a day, it was an unbelievable feeling. Chems better than I’ve ever seen them and a great end to the day. Massively regretting not getting a weekend ticket (went with my 7y/o and wasn’t sure how he’d cope-although he’s fresher than me today!), enjoy today for those going! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 3 hours ago, philipsteak said: If this all turns out to be a terrible mistake and is the trigger event for the downfall of humanity, then after last night, I think I'm ok with that The eve of destruction... 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philipsteak Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 27 minutes ago, Homer said: The eve of destruction... Well played. I'm very tired Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHad Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 Big Joanie were life-affirmingly brilliant! Looking forward to Sons of Kemet, Anna Meredith, Just Mustard and Nubya Garcia later on 😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHad Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, balthazarstarbuck said: Another plus for the Chems. Drizzle actually helped with with the lights. And how they timed the thunderstorm during MAH is beyond me. Yeah, that was outrageous. I came out of Joe Armon-Jones in The Alcove and was walking up towards Chems, admiring the light show, when there was a bolt of lightning right across the lazers! Then it kept happening! We were really lucky to only get get the drizzle on the edge of it! A couple of miles north, there was torrential rain: Edited July 25, 2021 by JHad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balthazarstarbuck Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 10 minutes ago, JHad said: Yeah, that was outrageous. I came out of Joe Armon-Jones in The Alcove and was earphone up towards Chems, admiring the light show when there was a bolt of lightning right across the lights! We were really lucky to only get get the drizzle on the edge of it! A couple of miles north, there was torrential rain: That graph is mental. Really dodged a bullet there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gilgamesh69 Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 So apparently in Damon Albarns set, he said "see you again very, very soon" and now some people are thinking he might show up again this weekend. Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dizzymoo Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 2 hours ago, balthazarstarbuck said: Another plus for the Chems. Drizzle actually helped with with the lights. And how they timed the thunderstorm during MAH is beyond me. Anyone else still got confetti stuck to their clothes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balthazarstarbuck Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 40 minutes ago, dizzymoo said: Anyone else still got confetti stuck to their clothes? Wrong side with the wind. But I also missed the balls, so swings and roundabouts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHad Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 A reasonably rare 'severe' forecast for storms today runs very close to the site. As I said before the festival, the worst will be inland, but that doesn't mean we won't get any! They could be very nasty if we do, so batten down everything just in case. It's Sunday though, so I'm just rolling with it. If I get wet and muddy, I'll dry at home tomorrow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 46 minutes ago, JHad said: A reasonably rare 'severe' forecast for storms today runs very close to the site. As I said before the festival, the worst will be inland, but that doesn't mean we won't get any! They could be very nasty if we do, so batten down everything just in case. It's Sunday though, so I'm just rolling with it. If I get wet and muddy, I'll dry at home tomorrow! Sunday rain doesn't really matter too much. The big problem is the ground disintegrating but it's too late for that. Happy days! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacko45 Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 How the hell have Kaisers got biggest crowd of the weekend haha! Don't get me wrong they're decent but bizarre. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copperbottom Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 4 minutes ago, Jacko45 said: How the hell have Kaisers got biggest crowd of the weekend haha! Don't get me wrong they're decent but bizarre. Hadn't planned on seeing them but am now tempted... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sedra Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 (edited) Was all set for rain today but apart from a quick shower last night during Chems it’s been perfect weather all weekend- even a bit too hot this afternoon! 😎 Looks like the storm missed us completely although cloudy and a bit cooler now! Self Esteem earlier were good plus The Vaccines although a bit too stuffy in the tent. Massive crowd for Rick Astley and James Vincent McMorrow chilled out. Looking forward to to Sons of Kemet later. Edited July 25, 2021 by sedra Spellcheck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul ™ Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 Am near back of main and it's definitely louder than usual for KCs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swelsbyuk Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 45 minutes ago, Jacko45 said: How the hell have Kaisers got biggest crowd of the weekend haha! Don't get me wrong they're decent but bizarre. Everyone in the UK knows Ruby and I Predict A Riot. Most know Oh My God and Never Miss A Beat. An opportunity for a good old singalong. I'm not a massive fan but if I were there today I'd be watching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacko45 Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 It's been incredible but having been to 3 Latitudes never seen food / toilet / stage queues like this. Bonkers Bit stressful at times Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean1234321 Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 I must be lucky or good at avoiding crowded areas - longest I've queued is about two minutes at a burger stall. Very impressed with the phone reception here as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHad Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 It is odd. Almost all of the really good acts have had next to no crowds! Agree though that the main arena / toilets / food / camping are very busy. A bit much for me, but I've been able to avoid the worst by going against the grain. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Diamond24 Posted July 25, 2021 Report Share Posted July 25, 2021 Bombay Bicycle Club were brilliant. We have been so lucky with the weather too when you see floods not far away in London. We even got a rainbow during BBC's set with minimal rain! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHad Posted July 26, 2021 Report Share Posted July 26, 2021 On the bus on the way to the station. First thoughts. Great to be back in a field and just feeling part of humanity again. The world just felt miles away during that period from the middle of Friday to the middle of Sunday. The facilities were poor to average and well below what I'm used to or thought they'd be, despite already lowering my expectations. Showers were interesting, but I didn't actually mind the open ones (embrace the nudity!) as there were never any queues. Wasn't overly happy that they were a 15 minute walk though! Queues for food and drink were way too long and there weren't any where near as many vegan options as expected. I only had one cocktail in Friday, so not sure about the main bars. The whole site seemed very busy, especially over the weekend. I really dislike the feel of being herded around and the advertising, but I expected those two things and it was an acceptable annoyance for one year just in case this was the only chance at a festival. Music wise, the obvious point about sorely missing non UK and Ireland based acts. There were some fantastic sets though, which were mainly played to sparse crowds, although I'd have personally liked a bit more post-punk and psych on the bill. Will follow up later about favourite sets, but Wet Leg and Joe Armon-Jones were top 1% all time for me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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