BenG92 Posted June 29 Report Share Posted June 29 5 minutes ago, Floyd_Ams said: In case Metallica can't make it and considering that they probably won't find a decent replacement in such a short notice, I think it would be a smart move to put Moderat on the main stage to close the day. At least everyone will get a nice party. Their show would certainly be better indoors but under these circumstances... I also hope that they'll notify ticket holders no later than Thursday with a refund for the 1-day ticket holders. Because it's fair and because you don't want angry Metallica fans in the festivalpark. Let's hope so. I don't even mind them but GVF being given more time to headline is the worst possible outcome, no way they can pad that show out with their current catalogue. They're already being given 15 minutes less than 2019. Frankly as a weekend ticket holder I'll be a bit pissed off if we don't get something back from Metallica not playing. That's an enormous blow to the ticket value on top of FNM, QOTSA and Fender already having not really been given appropriate replacements. Even if it's just some free bar tokens it's better than nothing. As you say, no way they can find a decent replacement in time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floyd_Ams Posted June 29 Report Share Posted June 29 15 minutes ago, BenG92 said: Let's hope so. I don't even mind them but GVF being given more time to headline is the worst possible outcome, no way they can pad that show out with their current catalogue. They're already being given 15 minutes less than 2019. Frankly as a weekend ticket holder I'll be a bit pissed off if we don't get something back from Metallica not playing. That's an enormous blow to the ticket value on top of FNM, QOTSA and Fender already having not really been given appropriate replacements. Even if it's just some free bar tokens it's better than nothing. As you say, no way they can find a decent replacement in time. I totally agree! As for GVF...what can I say. If they become headliners I guess (after IDLES) we 'll just set camp at the Barn for the rest of day with a couple of visits to the Slope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenG92 Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 2:30am on the motorway for a 6am flight, who's idea was this?! Gonna be a long Thursday 😅 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
branvan Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 does anybody know: when do gates open and are you allowed to bring a small backpacker to the festival site? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParanoidTourist Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 2 hours ago, branvan said: does anybody know: when do gates open and are you allowed to bring a small backpacker to the festival site? Yes you will but they might look what is inside. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floyd_Ams Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 (edited) The day has arrived! Finally!!! Safe travels everyone and get ready to get wet especially if you plan to see Pixies 😉 (heavy rain is expected between 17:00-19:00 and moderate 15:00-20:00). We 'll have a great one! 2 hours ago, branvan said: does anybody know: when do gates open and are you allowed to bring a small backpacker to the festival site? 12:00 and yes Edited June 30 by Floyd_Ams Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenG92 Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 Long non EU queue at Brussels - thanks Brexshit - but the weather is lovely for now and my Mrs saw the grounds from her window seat, all feels very real! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenG92 Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 Taken us two hours and we still haven't left the airport 😅 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Padjeq Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 23 minutes ago, BenG92 said: Taken us two hours and we still haven't left the airport 😅 We're still on the coach that picked us up in brum at 7pm yesterday. Dying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicklord Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 (edited) And I'm sitting in the camp enjoying the sun and the wind Sorry 🙂 🙂 Edited June 30 by Nicklord Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sacred shape Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 Also sitting outside my tent enjoying the sun. Roll on the Dead South and Fontaines! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 1812 Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 Does anyone know where you can withdraw cash with a UK card in Leuven? Couldn't find an ATM that would accept and cash back wouldn't work for me either 😞 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 1812 Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 5 hours ago, branvan said: does anybody know: when do gates open and are you allowed to bring a small backpacker to the festival site? Gates at 12, you can bring a bag onto the site but no alcohol, can always sneak some in though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neatneatneat Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 54 minutes ago, Tom 1812 said: Does anyone know where you can withdraw cash with a UK card in Leuven? Couldn't find an ATM that would accept and cash back wouldn't work for me either 😞 There are ATMs at the station. I used a UK card this morning. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferda Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 Metallica merch on sale at the festival, so the hope is still on I reckon... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolevshelly Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 42 minutes ago, Ferda said: Metallica merch on sale at the festival, so the hope is still on I reckon... that doesnt mean anything. they send it ahead of time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
e2p2 Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 (edited) On 6/29/2022 at 12:39 PM, e2p2 said: I think I talked to one guy from Royal Blood in the queues to the flight to Brussels (I didn't ask..). If that's them, he told me he think they are playing tomorrow in Werchter but I look for their tour and it said that they're supposed to play in Poland tomorrow. Anyway, I looked in RW website for the pictures of everyone that plays tomorrow but none of them looked like the guys I spoke to. edit:can't get rid of the emoji😎 Spotted these guys again, they aren't Royal Blood for sure, sorry about that. Edited June 30 by e2p2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
activean Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 Will there be a stream from the festival? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
49Lawson Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 They’ve just confirmed the Metallica show is happening on Insta 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicklord Posted June 30 Report Share Posted June 30 2 hours ago, activean said: Will there be a stream from the festival? App says there is one Also, fuck rain lol we're sitting in Klub C hoping it will slow down by the time Pixies should start 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
49Lawson Posted July 1 Report Share Posted July 1 RHCP cancelled Glasgow tonight due to “illness”. Might be worth keeping an eye on, at least if they don’t turn up you have a definite headliner in The Killers on the same day at least Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenG92 Posted July 1 Report Share Posted July 1 Amazing first day despite some rain - us Brits should be used to that by now! Saw almost everyone we wanted to see but Klub was full for Cigarettes so we watched First Aid Kit who were great. Pearl Jam absolutely tore the roof off and I doubt anything else will come close for us. Roll on the rest of the weekend in the sun shine! This festival puts all others we've been to to shame in terms of how easy and available everything is, going to spoil us on others! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicklord Posted July 1 Report Share Posted July 1 Damn, I already spent way too much time refreshing twitter to check if Metallica is going to play. Now I have to again lol Cigarettes after sex were half empty after 10 minutes, I think security should tell people to go forward and not just stand in the back. They won't let you through like they have some amazing place but then you pass the first 10 or so rows and you have enough space to run around. I hate that on the stages with only one entrance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenG92 Posted July 1 Report Share Posted July 1 4 minutes ago, Nicklord said: Damn, I already spent way too much time refreshing twitter to check if Metallica is going to play. Now I have to again lol Cigarettes after sex were half empty after 10 minutes, I think security should tell people to go forward and not just stand in the back. They won't let you through like they have some amazing place but then you pass the first 10 or so rows and you have enough space to run around. I hate that on the stages with only one entrance We found that several times in The Barn yeah, it's so strange. We arrived a little late for Cigarettes and there was a pile of people outside trying to get out of the rain, then it really came down and everyone broke into a run to the Barn 😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenG92 Posted July 1 Report Share Posted July 1 Is there a shop near the hive that sells crates or is it just a trip to Leuven? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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