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on Saturday September 14 2002, @10:00PM
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Berkeley, CA - Greek Theater, w/Jaguares (Sept. 14, 2002) post-show
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Irish Blood, English Heart (Score:1, Informative)
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amazing, awesome, downright fantastic (Score:2, Informative)
What the? (Score:0)
Morrissey's performance tonight (Score:0)
I Want YOU To Go Vegetarian (Score:1)
Donbon
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Moz in Berkeley (Score:1)
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Morrissey In Berkeley (Score:3, Informative)
I Want The One I Can't Have
Hairdresser On Fire
Suadehead
Little Man, What Now?
The First Of The Gang To Die
Jack The Ripper
Late Night
Late Night, Maudlin Street
I Like You
Mexico
Sister I'm A Poet
Alsatian Cousin
Everyday Is Like Sunday
The World Is Full Of Crashing Bores
Meat Is Murder
Irish Blood, English Heart
November Spawned A Monster
Speedway
encore:
There's A Light That Never Goes Out
Glad to go back to the beginning as the Berkeley Greek Theatre served as the venue for Morrissey's first show as a solo act in the Bay Area(from what I gathered from other friends that saw in the past, the Smiths played there too, and the Henry J Kaiser was the last venue the Smiths played in the Bay Area.)
I enjoyed this gig better than the last time I saw them at the Maritime Hall since the viewpoints are very good all around the venue and I like the athmosphere of an outdoor venue. Plus it's pretty easy to get a viewing point from the main floor.
Merchandise was quite a deal with people snatching up the posters that went for $5.00. Shirts were $20.00 with the Morrissey logo in old english letters(font) and there were two others, one with Morrissey himself on the shirt with his name in old english letters and one more with his face in a square. Stickers went for $3.00.
The band played very well, Morrissey came on with with a blue cardigan sweater with a tuxedo shirt underneath. As expected, many flowers were thrown at Morrissey. This time, no over zealous fans were able to get on stage(as they stopped the Maritime Show during "Last Night I Drempt" which got scratched when too many fans were on stage.)
On "Meat Is Murder" during the later parts of the song, Morrissey laid on the ground and seemed to make a triangular sign with his fingers.
As soon as Morrissey ended his set, most of the venue emptied(I've seen this happened before when the Ramones were the opening at on the "Escape From New York" tour.) We stuck around for 3 songs of Jaguares, and politely, we just couldn't get into it, so we bailed out early.
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Great Show, wonderful performance (Score:2, Interesting)
Morrissey looked great, his voice was smooth and flawless. He had great audience interaction, and at the end when a fan almost ripped his black shirt he took it off and threw it into the audience.
He honored us with a new song that he didn't play in Fresno, it sounded awesome, and keep in mind, all these new songs, as great as they sound, are going to be AWESOME once recorded, produced, and mastered! I brought a buddy who isn't really a Moz fan, but after tonight, even he was super excited about his new songs.
On an unrelated note, I don't have a lick of Mexican in me, but find the comments towards them by Morrissey fans here on the site, offensive, juvenile, and disgusting. What is wrong with you stupid judgmental f'ers?!
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Moz smells like Xmas tree! (Score:4, Interesting)
1. Unexpectedly changing the setlist... to include Irish Blood, English Heart!!! Probably the rockinest of the new songs I've heard. Didn't catch the lyrics, but it is very strong musically and the singing was superb, as usual :)
2. Moz's attitude... the most chatty, upbeat, and interactive I've ever seen him. He's gotta be getting laid.
3. The new songs. If/when the new album is released, I think it may very well stand with his better solo works.
4. Jaguares fans. The entire pit was alive, pogoing in unison, crowd surfers everywhere, one guy even got on stage and the singer stepped aside to let the fan take the mike for awhile... it looked like the same kind of enthusiasm one would have found at a Morrissey show ten years ago!
5. Morrissey removing his shirt after TIALTNGO and throwing it into the crowd (he looks great, BTW), who fought over it like animals, of which I am certainly not above, because I got a piece! Still wet with Moz-sweat, I might add... smells yummy, like Xmas tree! Disappointments:
1. Dean. Not only does he play like the drums are made of fine China, but the boy is seriously lacking in the funk department. He plays everything strictly 4/4, no playful off-beats to spice things up, no authoratative thump, no showmanship... boring!! But he is indeed awfully good looking.
2. The lethargic crowd. Then, this has been the case at all 4 Moz shows I've been to (since the Maladjusted tour). It saddens me to see videos like Live In Dallas or Hulmerist and see how loving and enthusiastic the crowd is, and then finally catch a real show and try to give back to Moz by dancing or otherwise participating, and people give you dirty looks. See how the Jaguares fans supported their band? That's the kind of love we need to show Morrissey! Undecided: 1. The venue. No horrible logos like the HOB, the sound was decent, but not loud enough (decibel limit, according to Moz), but the views were great everywhere and I liked the neo-classical facade. Quote of the evening: Moz's intro: "You're American... we're English... welcome to the Greek!"
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Check Out This New Site . . . (Score:0)
www.jaguares/suck.com
sad but true (Score:1, Insightful)
the prettyboy-frankenstien. (Score:0)
this said, i couldnt get into them too much. we - we late - arrived during JTR, all in excellent form. I hadnt seen him live yet at all, and was afraid it would be a ridiculous thing to see, (like a stones concert- i'm confusing generations here) and it was not, voice almost impeccable, and it seemed like he was having a tremendous amount of fun, and it scame through in his music...
superbueno...
new songs - lyrics (Score:0)
The Greek Theatre (Score:0)
On a down note not all but some of the Jugaures Fans were just straight obnoxious not letting us hear the show. They talked over the performace and could care less about Morrissey and his Music. Being Latino, it was sad that a few Juagares fans create the negative Latino Stereotype, because we witnessed so many Latinos being so disrespectful. Good Idea but they should not mix this fanbase again.
Great Rendition of Sister Im a Poet!!!
I like You ..is a beautiful song......
parking (Score:0)
Good Show (Score:0)
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Berkeley Greek Show (Score:0)
ANYWAY- he was brilliant! Great set list, basically the same as Anaheim I believe- don't know all the songs well enough but it sounds right. His voice and stage presence are outstanding, quite an impeccable performance.
Hated Jumbo- they are great musicians but I can't stand boring college rock. I left along w/ the hordes of people after Morrissey because I don't know Spanish and don't care about another band I know nothing about nor would even understand. There were very few Jaquares fans, I felt a bit bad leaving but then again- the show should NOT have been set up that way. POOR PLANNING! If this show were in Mexico it would have made sense but here in Berekely it was just stupid.
We were granted a radiant sunset- pink and purple clouds hanging over the Greek theatre- what a sight! Lots of cute boys too! I assume Morrissey has a pretty big gay following, correct? Anyway, I was in heaven!
lovEternal, Walter
berkeley show (Score:1)
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You Are American - We Are British (Score:1)
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All in all.... (Score:0)
Damn Brits (Score:0)
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Insects (Score:0)
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Jaquares were responsible (Score:0)
I wouldn't even have been at this show though if my friend hadn't asked me to join her, I had just heard about it the day before.
As I said in my first post below earlier,it was my first Morrissey show and I enjoyed it quite a bit but I wish I had known it was a "joint" venture- I would have at least stayed and saw a bit of the band that made the show possible.
I thought about joining this board but some of you people are MEAN so I think I'll stick w/ Siouxsie, Nina Hagen and the Butthole Surfers.
lovEternal, Walter
Kicked to the curb... (Score:1)
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Jaguares Rock!!!! (Score:1)
...Cuentame tu vida
-Saul
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Could someone explain Morrissey and Mexico? (Score:1)
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I had a blast! (Score:1)
Great show. We went totally last minute, got tix for $20 from some Jag fans. Totally cool.
Got confused about the order of artitsts though. Got there thinking Moz was not due at earliest 8pm. Did'nt know he was opening. Sup with that?
Left after his set.
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Morrissey at the Greek Theater (Score:1)
My first show was the Kill Uncle tour. I saw it at Astroworld in Houston and the opening act was Phranc, a lesbian folk singer. I remember I thought it was odd to see this tiny woman take the stage all by herself with an acoustic guitar. But I liked her and ended up buying her CD.
Next I saw him at the Summit in Houston for the Your Arsenal tour. The opening band was a rockabilly trio. I thought that was odd as well.
Last show, before Berkley, was in Tulsa for Maladjusted. That is where Smoking Popes opened. They were fantastic and a great act to build up the energy level before the show.
So I have gotten used to hearing unexpected bands before Moz hits the stage.
The only problem was the crowd at Berkley was split into three camps; those who only knew Morrissey (predominant), those who knew all the bands(2nd most predominant) and those who only knew Jaguares and Jumbo.
I do not know much about Latin music. I speak a little Spanish, but not well enough to keep up with the Jumbo's songs. I thought they were very energetic and it looked like they were having a lot of fun on stage. And their fans were going nuts for them. I applauded for every song not because I knew what they were saying, but because they were fun to watch and I was having a good time.
I could not stay for Jaguares. I was sweaty and exhausted and crushed from being so close to the stage. I bought my tour shirts and headed for some cold water after Moz's encore.
Anyway, I just wanted to remind you that Morrissey has almost always toured with bands that played drastically different music than his own. If you are upset about that, just wait till the next tour. He will probably pair himself with a band that will confuse us even further.
It was truly a great show. The best that I have been to yet. I am glad to see Moz so happy to be on stage and willing to interact so much with his fans. I have never seen him so upbeat. P.S. I was the one who caught the cigarette he tossed into the pit.
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Morrissey gives props to Boyle Heights! (Score:1)
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Wherever you are, I hope you're singing now..... (Score:1)
I was so impressed with this show! I've seen Morrissey before in SF at the Warfield and his royal highness sucked! But this time he was awesome!The sound was great, and he's kinda funny too.I love his performance style, he definitely created an awesome musical ambience.I especially loved "Last Night, Maudlin Street." It's one of my favorite Morrissey songs. It almost brought a tear in my eye, awwww!! I'm a fan of both Jaguares and Moz.And I'm almost ashamed to say that Jaguares was horrible this time...really. Anyway, I loved the show and now I'm even more of a fan, despite past[music]loves...A fading fan is back!!
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Morrissey at the greek (Score:1)
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Great review of Berkeley show by the SF Chronicle (Score:1)
enjoy!
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English Blood, Irish Heart, Indeed! (Score:1)
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Berkeley show (Score:1)
Thanks a lot
Donbon
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Mozca De La Jolla (Score:1)
I have the intermission music and the Morrissey show, and some of the Jaguares show.
Interested people always e-mail me.
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Re:Bollox...Mozzers is NO Opening Act!! This is WA (Score:0)
i was at that show, am mexican, and am in no way stinky, nor was I a Jaguares fan.
You should really learn some racial tolerance and give up those stupid and old stereotypes before someone knocks them out of you.
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Re:Bollox...Mozzers is NO Opening Act!! This is WA (Score:3, Interesting)
I certainly could have done with out the boo's and the heckling from the Jaguares fans, but theres nothing you can do about that now.
So next time becareful about calling us "mexicans" nachoheads and stinky.
and as far as who ever said the venue sucked, i disagree completely. obviously you had to get there early to get a good seat and since i'll be graduating on that same stage in the spring, it makes me happy to think that morrissey and coldplay graced that very stage.
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Re:Bollox...Mozzers is NO Opening Act!! This is WA (Score:1)
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WA WA
boo
hoo
where the hell did you sit in a f'in tree? No pests where I was. Or maybe I was there to enjoy the music not pick apart the venue and whine. If you didnt like it why the hell didnt you leave.. more seats for everyone else. Hey Ill sit on a rock, hell ill stand (like most places) just to see Morrissey.
Why the hell do you care if someone gets on stage? You were on stage?Its about the music.. or did you forget?
Quit whining.
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So boo yourself, and don't go see the man perform again if it was so boring...
It's true..."the world is full of crashing bores" and you are one!
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