Benjamin Posted March 15, 2009 Share Posted March 15, 2009 i got politik [awesome song]; but i took a rest during cemeteries of london, violet hill, death and all his friends and strawberry swing. i regret not videoing strawberry swing- great song-but i got quite a good vid of it in berlin in sept, it's up on my youtube channel [also my forum ID photo on the left of this comment is from my vid]. i used to regret not taking a camera to a gig, then not videoing the full song, then not enough songs, now i regret not getting all the songs! :angry: lol, actually i'm pretty happy, security was pretty tight at Acer Arena, you had to empty your pockets and they even printed on the tkt that videoing was not permitted :D here's the link to the sydney playlist>>http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=AC24C9D40DF52201 Oh, don't worry then. ;) What you managed to get is amazing as it is... well done getting that past security! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjamin Posted March 15, 2009 Share Posted March 15, 2009 gee, i havent been on here in ages... went to coldplay just a few hours ago, was pretty good i was seated a bit away but had a good view... i (once again) taped the show (just audio). this time the quality is much nicer and clearer :D ill be splitting that and uploading it 2moro judging by the lack of any checks for cameras etc hopefully a video of thw whole thing will surface, but my audio should do for now... :p Let us know when it's uploaded! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxtrotoscar Posted March 15, 2009 Share Posted March 15, 2009 Okay, so I THINK the guy sitting right at the tip of Chris' foot and behind the security guards head, is Chris' dad. well, IF that's him in the front row, you get a good view of him in my high definition vid of In My Place, from 2:00-2:30mins. I must have been standing pretty close to you cos its the same view. in fact if you look closely i think i can see him saying "that's ma boy..";) [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SV7w_0hunGU]YouTube - coldplay-in my place-[HD]-live@ Sydney 2009[/ame] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeyman Posted March 15, 2009 Share Posted March 15, 2009 ok, zip file is uploading now... watch this spot (or be back in an hour or so.... :p) edit: the upload screwed up and now it is going really slow... i'll leave it on over night and figers crossed it will be done in the morning... sorry about all the delays... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenjie Posted March 15, 2009 Author Share Posted March 15, 2009 In the past few weeks, a lot has been made of Chris Martin. U2's Bono called him a 'cretin' on BBC Radio, which has raised the long lasting question of where Coldplay stands in the list of "world's biggest band". As Coldplay's fearless leader, Martin has been charged with proving why this group of friends, originally from London, deserve the titles of greatness that have been placed upon them since their early days. I am here to tell you that he manages this feat with charm, confidence and the full support of each member of the band. At the Acer Arena (formerly the Superdome) at Sydney's Olympic Park, Coldplay reinvigorated my love for not just one or two songs, but their entire catalogue. This was partially done by changing the formula of classics (a more up tempo version of Yellow, and a minimalist, electro version of God Put A Smile On Your Face are two great examples), but mostly from the energy that the band continues to bring to every track. This also shows how Coldplay continue to remain relevant and that’s through adaptation. Of course this could have turned sour - changing a good thing could shock the loyal fans into demons - but thankfully the boys know their audience well enough to push and pull just enough. Decked out in very cool, Napoleonic military inspired outfits, Coldplay played a set that jumped through all 4 of their albums, as well as dipping into their latest EP, Prospekt's March. The focus was definitely upon Viva la Vida, but there was never a question that the songs that made the band huge - Yellow, The Scientist, Clocks, Fix You - were going to get a play. The show was choreographed perfectly to bring the crowd to higher and higher still levels of euphoria. Apart from the main stage, there were two runways into the crowd which were used on numerous occasions during the performance (including a beautiful spot lit piano solo by Chris Martin.) During Yellow, confetti filled balloons poured into the crowd, and later still during the show fluorescent coloured, butterfly shaped paper fluttered through the air. However the show stopper was definitely when the crowd walked off the stage, and into the crowd to a mini-stage, previously unnoticed amongst the seats. Between songs played here (including a cover of The Monkees' 'I'm a Believer'), Chris Martin regaled the crowd with a witty, charming, and modest story, which he ended by expressing his gratitude for being considered in the same league as other world conquering bands, all of which must have been designed to remind fans and critics alike of just how big this band has become. If you can't gather this by now, I loved Coldplay's concert. This was my third such experience, and every one has provided a different experience, but also has given me a new lease on my love for this band and the wonderful music they have consistently made. If you get a chance next time they are in a town near you, do not hesitate in buying a ticket. http://twobearsinarecordstore.blogspot.com/2009/03/coldplay-acer-arena-sydney-march-12th.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeyman Posted March 15, 2009 Share Posted March 15, 2009 ok, here is the link: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=Y1QD6U3Q i will make a thread for it in the audio/video part of this forum too... ;) enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benjamin Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 Woot, downloaded it! Not the best quality in the world but it's better than nothing. Thanks! :D I keep thinking about this night... Being the only night of the four that I went to. This thread is completely dead compared to the threads of the other three Sydney nights. Anyway, can I just say that it was absolutely hilarious when the standing crowd all booed Mercury Rev? We all thought they were finished and then they started playing another song! Hahahaha! :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ab Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 Anyway, can I just say that it was absolutely hilarious when the standing crowd all booed Mercury Rev? We all thought they were finished and then they started playing another song! Hahahaha! :P Ouch! :laugh3: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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