Pink Floyd, revisited: Waters doesn't disappoint

[Lostin70s]

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Pink Floyd, revisited: Waters doesn't disappoint
By Christopher John Treacy
Saturday, September 9, 2006 - Updated: 01:01 AM EST

No gimmicky light show or practiced cover band can match the majesty of
seeing Roger Waters recreate his visionary work with Pink Floyd. And even
though he's currently touring under the guise of performing the legendary
"Dark Side of The Moon," that's literally only the half of it.



"Dark Side" was originally performed as Act 2 of a Floyd show - exactly
how Waters did it last night before a capacity crowd for the first of two
gigs at Mansfield's Tweeter Center.



For all the anticipation surrounding Act 2, the first set was a much
more compelling display. That's not to knock Floyd's 1973 masterpiece, which
the musically muscled 11-piece band did commendable justice to. But hearing
him lead his troops through crisp renditions of "Have a Cigar," "Sheep" -
during which an inflatable pink pig circled the venue - "Wish You Were
Here," the opener "In the Flesh" and "Shine on You Crazy Diamond (Parts
1-5)," complete with multiple images of the late Syd Barrett flashing across
the video screen, was infinitely more satisfying.



During "Mother," when posing the question, "Should I trust the
government?" the crowd roared, but Waters disapprovingly shook his head as
if to say, "You've missed the point."



But there was no misinterpreting his messages of despair and
disillusionment during the politically charged power-suite of "Southampton
Dock," "The Fletcher Memorial Home" and "Perfect Sense," the latter of which
likens war to an arena sporting event.



"Dark Side" itself was spot-on tight, if not a little predictable. The
hazy melancholy of "Breathe" gave way to "Time," for which drummer Graham
Broad hammered out a thunderous intro.



Waters proudly stood by, grinning while playing bass, letting his band's
amazing talents shine. Dave Kilminster's guitar and vocal work was
particularly notable on "Money," and he cranked out a biting solo during the
instrumental passages following "Us and Them." Ian Ritchie's saxophone added
elegance and warmth throughout, especially during the expansive bridge in
"Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun."



No, it wasn't Pink Floyd. But for many in attendance, it was close
enough.


Best Regards,Lostin70s

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Post by Lostin70s
...
During "Mother," when posing the question, "Should I trust the
government?" the crowd roared, but Waters disapprovingly shook his head as
if to say, "You've missed the point."

Actually, the "head shake" was in answer to his own question.
As in "No, you shouldn't trust the government".

[p***@yahoo.com]

I agree, he was answering his own question, and the crowd roar was
confirmingly, no.

Did anyone notice the prevelance of many jerks at this show? Standing
and cheering, I was yelled out and actually grabbed a few times to sit
down I implored the "old folks" (and I'm 37--btw) to stand-up and show
the respect and reverance needed for this music and awesome performers.

also--I've been to Tweeter three times this year, first time for such
extensive security, i.e. pat downs upon entering. What gives?

Post by w***@hotmail.com

Post by Lostin70s
...
During "Mother," when posing the question, "Should I trust the
government?" the crowd roared, but Waters disapprovingly shook his head as
if to say, "You've missed the point."

Actually, the "head shake" was in answer to his own question.
As in "No, you shouldn't trust the government".

[Chuck]

Post by p***@yahoo.com
also--I've been to Tweeter three times this year, first time for such
extensive security, i.e. pat downs upon entering. What gives?

errrrr...... it's called Islamic Fascist terrorism. All large public
events are suspect to attack. Better safe than sorry - they may have
received a threat.CB

[Dt Lemons 1900]

Post by Chuck

Post by p***@yahoo.com
also--I've been to Tweeter three times this year, first time for such
extensive security, i.e. pat downs upon entering. What gives?

errrrr...... it's called Islamic Fascist terrorism.

That's the term of the month.

[Chuck]

Post by Chuck
errrrr...... it's called Islamic Fascist terrorism.
That's the term of the month.

Sadly, it will be the term for many decades to come (if not centuries),
as it is the greatest threat to to the lives of civilized,
freedom-loving human beings around the planet. Everyones knows it, but
only those that are not stuck in a politically correct straight jacket
will say it. CB

[Dt Lemons 1900]

Post by Chuck

Post by Chuck
errrrr...... it's called Islamic Fascist terrorism.
That's the term of the month.

Sadly, it will be the term for many decades to come (if not centuries),
as it is the greatest threat to to the lives of civilized,
freedom-loving human beings around the planet. Everyones knows it, but
only those that are not stuck in a politically correct straight jacket
will say it. CB

It will be the term until the neocons see it's not working and then we will
have another fed to us.

[Chuck]

Post by Dt Lemons 1900

Post by Chuck
Sadly, it will be the term for many decades to come (if not centuries),
as it is the greatest threat to to the lives of civilized,
freedom-loving human beings around the planet. Everyones knows it, but
only those that are not stuck in a politically correct straight jacket
will say it. CB

It will be the term until the neocons see it's not working and then we will
have another fed to us.

Yes, all of those blonde hair, bluyed eyed, Catholic terrorists.....
chopping off heads on video's, strapping bombs to their children and
sending them into crowded market places, flying planes into
buildings...... is getting way out of hand.
Nothing to do with politics, the truth is the truth. You obviously have
chosen to wear a PC straight jacket. Enjoy it. CB

[Dt Lemons 1900]

Post by Chuck

Post by Dt Lemons 1900

Post by Chuck
Sadly, it will be the term for many decades to come (if not centuries),
as it is the greatest threat to to the lives of civilized,
freedom-loving human beings around the planet. Everyones knows it, but
only those that are not stuck in a politically correct straight jacket
will say it. CB

It will be the term until the neocons see it's not working and then we will
have another fed to us.

Yes, all of those blonde hair, bluyed eyed, Catholic terrorists.....
chopping off heads on video's, strapping bombs to their children and
sending them into crowded market places, flying planes into
buildings...... is getting way out of hand.
Nothing to do with politics, the truth is the truth. You obviously have
chosen to wear a PC straight jacket. Enjoy it. CB

Me PC?? I guess I must have failed the test when I busted a gut laughing as
the WTC fell. Just keep sucking on what Bush and Co feed you and all will
be just fine.

[Chuck]

Dt Lemons 1900

Post by Dt Lemons 1900
I guess I must have failed the test when I busted a gut laughing as
the WTC fell.

Nice, real nice. People jumping to their deaths for committing the
abominable sin of going to work to clothe their wives and children.
Seems you have failed a few things.... not having a soul nor a
conscious is likely just the tip. CB

[Dt Lemons 1900]

Post by Chuck
Dt Lemons 1900

Post by Dt Lemons 1900
I guess I must have failed the test when I busted a gut laughing as
the WTC fell.

Nice, real nice. People jumping to their deaths for committing the
abominable sin of going to work to clothe their wives and children.
Seems you have failed a few things.... not having a soul nor a
conscious is likely just the tip. CB

I thought I was PC! Watching the people who steal money from little old
ladies pension funds or the people who destroy the natural resources of this
earth get blown up was enjoyable. It seems the Exxons or Enrons are the
people with no soul.

[Chuck]

Post by Dt Lemons 1900
I thought I was PC! Watching the people who steal money from little old
ladies pension funds or the people who destroy the natural resources of this
earth get blown up was enjoyable. It seems the Exxons or Enrons are the
people with no soul.

You are a sick, demented human being. Growing up in NJ, I lost two
friends in the WTC. All they did was go to work to feed and clothe
their family.(not steal from people or pillage the earth). Those
hundreds of firefighters who went into the towers selflessly, to save
human beings (not steal from them nor pillage the enviroment), were
killed, and from that you derive a good belly laugh?. You are sick and
need serious help. CB

[Dt Lemons 1900]

Post by Chuck

Post by Dt Lemons 1900
I thought I was PC! Watching the people who steal money from little old
ladies pension funds or the people who destroy the natural resources of this
earth get blown up was enjoyable. It seems the Exxons or Enrons are the
people with no soul.

You are a sick, demented human being. Growing up in NJ, I lost two
friends in the WTC. All they did was go to work to feed and clothe
their family.(not steal from people or pillage the earth). Those
hundreds of firefighters who went into the towers selflessly, to save
human beings (not steal from them nor pillage the enviroment), were
killed, and from that you derive a good belly laugh?. You are sick and
need serious help. CB

If my family was hungry I would still not go to work for companys like Exxon
or Enron. People who choose to work for such companys are just as guilty as
the CEO's. I will give you the point about the FF. If your 2 friends chose
to work for the corporate pigs then they indeed deserved to be blown up. I
guess your claim that I am PC was wrong. Now go suck on George Bushes tit
and spew the party line. Osama chose the correct targets on Sept 11th.

[Chuck]

Post by Dt Lemons 1900
Now go suck on George Bushes tit
and spew the party line. Osama chose the correct targets on Sept 11th.

You are a diseased soul, and have my sympathy.

[Dt Lemons 1900]

Post by Chuck

Post by Dt Lemons 1900
Now go suck on George Bushes tit
and spew the party line. Osama chose the correct targets on Sept 11th.

You are a diseased soul, and have my sympathy.

Come now you must be able to come up with something better than this. Maybe
the thoughts of your dead WTC friends is causing you to fuck up a bit. By
the way were they the COWARDS who tried jumping from the WTC using curtains
as parachutes? Now that was really funny.

[g***@hotmail.com]

Yes, all of those blonde hair, bluyed eyed, Catholic
terrorists.....>>>>>>>


thats how we are viewed in the mideast........we had no business going
into iraq and for all purposes we have terrorized their country as much
as any group has ever come after us.....


Chuck

[Bassplayer12]

Post by p***@yahoo.com
Did anyone notice the prevelance of many jerks at this show? Standing
and cheering, I was yelled out and actually grabbed a few times to sit
down I implored the "old folks" (and I'm 37--btw) to stand-up and show
the respect and reverance needed for this music and awesome performers.

Sit down will ya!!!

Post by p***@yahoo.com
also--I've been to Tweeter three times this year, first time for such
extensive security, i.e. pat downs upon entering. What gives?

Post by w***@hotmail.com

Post by Lostin70s
...
During "Mother," when posing the question, "Should I trust the
government?" the crowd roared, but Waters disapprovingly shook his head as
if to say, "You've missed the point."

Actually, the "head shake" was in answer to his own question.
As in "No, you shouldn't trust the government".

[g***@hotmail.com]

I went in around 8:45, no security at all, no pat down, almost noone in
golf carts in the lot.

brought in a couple of beers and some other supplies. Never seen less
security at an amphitheatre show, in fact, I woulda had a tougher time
getting in a bottle of soda at the movie theatre....


Chuck