There seemed to be more pyro as well.
And that's about as good as it got, as far as photography is concerned.
Showing posts with label Iron Maiden. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Iron Maiden. Show all posts
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Bluesfest: Iron Maiden
I finished my Saturday with a trip to the main stage to see Iron Maiden. I liked the song lineup a lot more this time around, but unlike their 2010 set I was without my SLR and telephoto and a bit further form the stage to boot, thus:
There seemed to be more pyro as well.
And that's about as good as it got, as far as photography is concerned.
There seemed to be more pyro as well.
And that's about as good as it got, as far as photography is concerned.
Sunday, July 08, 2012
Ottawa Bluesfest 2012, Day 4
The first weekend of Bluesfest so far has been mostly about the rock. I didn't get to see Lynn Drury, unfortunately, since she was on at the same time as Monster Truck - perhaps the single occasion of the entire festival where two acts I want to see are playing at the same time. Good or bad thing? You decide.
If you like your rock hairy and sweaty, then Monster Truck will definitely satisfy. They've got a good classic sound and didn't let the heat get them down.
Monster Truck at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 7, 2012
Then it was over to the main stage for a dose of Alice Cooper. I confess that my Alice Cooper collection begins and ends with the band era stuff between Pretties For You and Billion Dollar Babies, but the old showman knows how to rock the house and sounded great (once again, I note the vast improvement in the main stage sound over last year). He has a very able young band (barring a somewhat more vintage drummer, also highly capable) and switched jackets for every song. Things ended with a burst of confetti and balloons that seemed more appropriate for a Flaming Lips show, and his disembodied head is now looking a good 20 years younger than he does, but what of it?
Alice Cooper at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 7, 2012
I checked out some Marcia Ball before grabbing a bite to eat. The sparse crowd for such a talented lady tells you all you need to know about the changes in Bluesfest. Nonetheless, if you like your R&B N'awlins style, this was the place to be today.
Marcia Ball at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 7, 2012
I also checked out some of Bright Light Social Hour. A lot of folks were really knocked out by their performance. They play again today so I'm going to try to catch more of them. They reminded me of My Morning Jacket.
Bright Light Social Hour at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 7, 2012
Finally, Iron Maiden rocked the joint with a show that busted out a lot more of the classics then their last Bluesfest outing. They had a lot of pyro and Bruce Dickinson ran around like a maniac as usual. Unfortunately my photos all stank.
Iron Maiden at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 7, 2012
And yes, Ottawa did scream for Bruce, repeatedly.
If you like your rock hairy and sweaty, then Monster Truck will definitely satisfy. They've got a good classic sound and didn't let the heat get them down.
Monster Truck at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 7, 2012
Then it was over to the main stage for a dose of Alice Cooper. I confess that my Alice Cooper collection begins and ends with the band era stuff between Pretties For You and Billion Dollar Babies, but the old showman knows how to rock the house and sounded great (once again, I note the vast improvement in the main stage sound over last year). He has a very able young band (barring a somewhat more vintage drummer, also highly capable) and switched jackets for every song. Things ended with a burst of confetti and balloons that seemed more appropriate for a Flaming Lips show, and his disembodied head is now looking a good 20 years younger than he does, but what of it?
Alice Cooper at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 7, 2012
I checked out some Marcia Ball before grabbing a bite to eat. The sparse crowd for such a talented lady tells you all you need to know about the changes in Bluesfest. Nonetheless, if you like your R&B N'awlins style, this was the place to be today.
Marcia Ball at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 7, 2012
I also checked out some of Bright Light Social Hour. A lot of folks were really knocked out by their performance. They play again today so I'm going to try to catch more of them. They reminded me of My Morning Jacket.
Bright Light Social Hour at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 7, 2012
Finally, Iron Maiden rocked the joint with a show that busted out a lot more of the classics then their last Bluesfest outing. They had a lot of pyro and Bruce Dickinson ran around like a maniac as usual. Unfortunately my photos all stank.
Iron Maiden at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 7, 2012
And yes, Ottawa did scream for Bruce, repeatedly.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Run for the hills
Back when I was a school-going teen, Iron Maiden was all the rage with my peers. I was more of a Beatles fan, but I did absorb a lot of it secondhand (along with Judas Priest and Black Sabbath) and I was keen to see the legendary metallurgists live. The band put on a first-rate show, though as someone seeing them for the first time I did find find myself wishing they'd played more of their classic stuff.
Here comes Bruce!
Guitar action with Janick Gers!
More guitar action with Dave Murray!
Bass action with band founder Steve Harris!
Janick stretches!
More guitar action with Adrian Smith!
Hair-raising action!
About the only way I could get a shot of Nicko McBrain was on the big screen.
They're just checking to see if he's actually back there (I kid).
More guitar!
And so on!
"Scream for me Ottawa!"
Bruce takes it up a level.
More Eddie!
More Adrian!
Monitor standing action!
Little Bruce, big Ed.
Even more guitar!
Even more, more guitar!
The whole lot!
Then I zipped off to see the rest of the Kelp revue.
Here comes Bruce!
Guitar action with Janick Gers!
More guitar action with Dave Murray!
Bass action with band founder Steve Harris!
Janick stretches!
More guitar action with Adrian Smith!
Hair-raising action!
About the only way I could get a shot of Nicko McBrain was on the big screen.
They're just checking to see if he's actually back there (I kid).
More guitar!
And so on!
"Scream for me Ottawa!"
Bruce takes it up a level.
More Eddie!
More Adrian!
Monitor standing action!
Little Bruce, big Ed.
Even more guitar!
Even more, more guitar!
The whole lot!
Then I zipped off to see the rest of the Kelp revue.
- Show reminder: Choice Grade, Monday I Retire and Alamode play Club SAW. The Big Chill is at The Rainbow; the Elmdale House Tavern hosts The Jeers and Rustbuckit. Alanna Gurr plays an early set at the Avant Garde Bar.
Wednesday, July 07, 2010
Dream beginning
Ottawa Bluesfest apparently decided to start this year's edition off in a metal mood, with Dream Theatre and Iron Maiden sharing the main stage. I pedalled over around 6 p.m. Unlike previous years, where here was a big lineup to contend with, I got in almost as soon as I had my bicycle squared away. I'm thinking the atrocious heat and humidity may have had something to do with the amount of later arrivals.
The ball entertains the crowd while it waits for Dream Theatre.
Ball at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
I managed to get pretty close to Dream Theater, who started things off on the main stage. Not really my type of metal, but a pretty sharp act for those who enjoy the more technical aspects of the form, and singer James LaBrie's voice was in excellent form. This also marked the first time someone introduced a song - Panic Attack, in this case - saying "You may have played this in Rockband 2."
Dream Theater at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
After that I went to see a pit of Loudlove, since they put on such a great set the last time I saw them at Bluesfest. They sounded good but hadn't quite hit their stride by the time I decided to go and see what was happening on the Subway Stage.
Loudlove at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
Kelp Records was hosting the Subway Stage's evening shows. I got to see the end of Andrew Vincent's set and the beginning of Chris Page's.
Andrew Vincent at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
Chris Page at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
After a few songs from Chris it was time to head back to see Iron Maiden and their colossal lighting rig in action. They also had a backdrop that changed for each song, including their upcoming album, represented by a single track Eldorado. They mostly stuck to the last three albums, but did get around to Iron Maiden, Hallowed Be Thy Name and Number of The Beast. They also dedicated Blood Brothers to the late Ronnie James Dio. The crowd was really into it, screaming along at Bruce Dickinson's request.
Iron Maiden at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
Iron Maiden at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
I confess I didn't stick around for all of Maiden's set, largely because my back was killing me and I had to sit down, but also because I wanted to see what was going on at the Kelp Records showcase. After a battle between the Empiricals and The Flaps, various folks on the Kelp roster came up to sings songs backed by the two combos.
The Empiricals at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
The Flaps plan how to retaliate.
The Flaps at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
Flecton Big Sky sings a tune.
Flecton Big Sky at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
Rolf Klausener sings, gets a little carried away.
Rolf Klausener at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
Nearsighted Mike Dubue finishes things off with a blues jam.
Mike Dubue at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
Then I went home and felt awful because I got a bit broiled by the sun. Today I'm going to keep the hat on, people's view be damned.
The ball entertains the crowd while it waits for Dream Theatre.
Ball at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
I managed to get pretty close to Dream Theater, who started things off on the main stage. Not really my type of metal, but a pretty sharp act for those who enjoy the more technical aspects of the form, and singer James LaBrie's voice was in excellent form. This also marked the first time someone introduced a song - Panic Attack, in this case - saying "You may have played this in Rockband 2."
Dream Theater at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
After that I went to see a pit of Loudlove, since they put on such a great set the last time I saw them at Bluesfest. They sounded good but hadn't quite hit their stride by the time I decided to go and see what was happening on the Subway Stage.
Loudlove at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
Kelp Records was hosting the Subway Stage's evening shows. I got to see the end of Andrew Vincent's set and the beginning of Chris Page's.
Andrew Vincent at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
Chris Page at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
After a few songs from Chris it was time to head back to see Iron Maiden and their colossal lighting rig in action. They also had a backdrop that changed for each song, including their upcoming album, represented by a single track Eldorado. They mostly stuck to the last three albums, but did get around to Iron Maiden, Hallowed Be Thy Name and Number of The Beast. They also dedicated Blood Brothers to the late Ronnie James Dio. The crowd was really into it, screaming along at Bruce Dickinson's request.
Iron Maiden at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
Iron Maiden at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
I confess I didn't stick around for all of Maiden's set, largely because my back was killing me and I had to sit down, but also because I wanted to see what was going on at the Kelp Records showcase. After a battle between the Empiricals and The Flaps, various folks on the Kelp roster came up to sings songs backed by the two combos.
The Empiricals at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
The Flaps plan how to retaliate.
The Flaps at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
Flecton Big Sky sings a tune.
Flecton Big Sky at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
Rolf Klausener sings, gets a little carried away.
Rolf Klausener at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
Nearsighted Mike Dubue finishes things off with a blues jam.
Mike Dubue at Ottawa Bluesfest, July 6, 2010
Then I went home and felt awful because I got a bit broiled by the sun. Today I'm going to keep the hat on, people's view be damned.
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