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NEW THREAD for us TORONTO PIT CREW NEW THREAD FOR US TORONTO FOLK - TORONTO PIT CREW I had no sooner joined this forum than the 2009 North American Tour dates were announced, so my "home" here has been the Rogers Ctr. conert thread, though of course I visit others. I assume this thread will disappear into archives at some point and I know there are some of us from that thread who would: 1) Like to stay in touch; and 2) Like to plan something special for Coldplay's next Toronto gig. So that's what the new thread is for. Everyone is welcome.

I had no sooner joined this forum than the 2009 North American Tour dates were announced, so my "home" here has been the Rogers Ctr. concert thread, though of course I visit others. I know there are some of us from that thread who would: 1) Like to stay in touch; and 2) Like to plan something special for Coldplay's next Toronto gig in 2011. I'm assuming (very tenatively) that that's when they'll be back. So that's what this thread is for. Everyone is welcome.

Yeah - FAUX-GANGSTA! ;)

So who's the guy in front?

waiting Had to order a copy from Amazon - 10 days till it's in stock and shipped. Tic, tic, tic. Will have to use up braodband space watching them on U-Tube till then! :lol:

it'll pass All part of the circle of life. I'm not going through withdrawal yet - still on a high from the concert. But I dreamt last night that I was JEALOUS of Coldplay for seeing other people !! :laugh3::laugh3::laugh3: I feel lucky to have caught a new bug called "Elbow", so that helps. As do the pics and reviews posted here by others, but strangely, I don't care much to read the reviews of the shows since ours. I'm kind of hoping we can all stay in touch here on the forum. And next time we'll do it up in a grand style! Should we start a new thread or keep on with this one? Holy **** - two years!

not fat How can you tell from that pic - we're so tiny. How could I be fat when I :dance::dance::dance: like a maniac. Well, many a few extra pounds.

found us! Found this in the Gallery. The 3 blurs circled are me and 2 friends just arriving at our seats. I'm the itsy bitsy blur in the shorts on the right, believe it or not.

awesome live I was fortunate to see them open for Coldplay in Toronto. I'd atched the "One day like this vid and love both song and video. Live, they were like a huge wave carrying you on with the power of their music - very forceful! I'm a fan now and will be collecting thier tunes. Thanks to CP for the introduction!

It means you're emotionally healthy Tearing up in response to great art has nothing to do with masculinity. It means you're open to life's profound wonders. Own it proudly!

+1 hillarious and truthy (now debate whether truthy is a word) :laugh3:

gratification The flag design was so easy and simple to do and offer, and not at all representative of the work I usually do. But I'm enormously gratified just that even one of the band saw it and it even brought a smile. I did it for them, really. An artist's fantasy come true. My mood is turing strawberry today! I'm sorry I was sitting back in A6 and couldn't participate with you duruing the show. Next time!

2 years hence At the end, Chris said "See you all in a couple of years". I'll be there!

Thank you Great vid of the birthday song, TyM218. It was a great bonus to see Phil and R42 live.

55 and proud of it At 55, I claim the oldest ass around here. But you'd never have known it at Thursday's concert! I can still dance and sing and shout for joy! I also claim the title of "cheeziest little fan boy" tho I'm neither little nor young enough to be called a boy. My years of experience allow me to bring that much more to my appreication of life the universe and everything. What can I say - Coldplay makes me lose my mind! :dance::dance::dance:

One Day Like This A Year Will See Me Right! One day like this a year will set me right! (Elbow) After seven months of anticipation, July 30, 2009 finally came, bringing my first Coldplay concert experience. At 55 I'm one of the oldest people I saw at the concert, but I was also one of the most ecstatic. Even as I approached the Rogers Ctr. with my two friends, there was a warm welcome from random people gathered outside and in the beer garden. People who wouldn't otherwise have given me a second glance were coming to hi-5 me, asking "Coldplay?". Seems my Fair-Trade bracelets are a give-away. There was a definite sense of unity and joy from everyone. I should give you a little sampling of my concert-going experience. The earliest one I remember was about 1969. I saw Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass at Varsity Stadium in Toronto. Fast forward to Melanie at some University of Waterloo auditorium in 1971 (peace, love, grooviness!). In 1972, Cat Stevens at Massey Hall (disappointingly brief and impersonal). In 1977, Emerson Lake and Palmer at Exhibition Stadium (ducking flying booze bottles). Innumerable classical concerts and dance performances and recitals. And most recently, the Rankins at Massey Hall in 1996 (Celtic peace, love and a pint - almost got kicked out for dancing!). Until Thursday, I'd never seen the inside of the dome. That was the first awesome visual sensation of the night. We arrived just after Kitty, Daisy and Lewis has left the stage. Disappointed to have missed them, we found our seats in A6. Now, looking at the seating chart and then actually stand in right field are two seemingly unrelated experiences. I've never been in a crowd that size and it was dizzying, even with most seats still empty and the house lights on. A mid-sized city of people - all there for one love - Coldplay. We had a view of the stage from about 100 ft. and were directly in front of one of the 50 ft. screens. Perhaps the best of both worlds, I hoped. One of the biggest thrills of the night for me was seeing Elbow. One big class act, with music that moves like the tide and carries you with it just as surely. Before they closed their 6 song set with "One Day Like This", their current hit, Guy Garvey, their front man, said their job was to warm up the audience, but his expression clearly said that would be redundant. They got huge ovations from the crowd after each song and a standing O, at least in the GA and A sections, when they signed off. We were warmer than warm! Next, the super-charged wait, during which I took the opportunity to do some shopping and use the euphemism. Got 2 T's and a hoodie, then went looking for the Oxfam booth, but time was getting on and I thought I heard U2 playing, so back to our seats. Some fancy high-wire action on the wave-shaped light rigging by a daring roadie. A roadie break-dancing to Jay-Z - very cool! Then ... "The Blue Danube" and the goose-bumps and chills down my spine started. The audience already going nuts in a big way - me included. Then the sparklers. And the guys were on! How to describe such a cluster of peak experiences. From the opening strains of "Glass of Water", the energy just built and built. "Yellow" was a highlight, as I got to volley two of the huge yellow balloons upwards (and did so with apparent skill that I got hi-5's from the other folks who'd been trying for it. Being 6'3" with very long arms has its advantages. The cell-phone wave looked really cool, and emphasized the size of the venue when the lights went all the way to the top of the 500 sections. As I anticipated, the audience singing "Lights will guide you home..." from "Fix You" actually did cause tears to stream down my face. "Viva La Vida" brought the crowd to a tidal roar of joy. I was really glad to hear "Green Eyes", "Politik", "Death and All His Friends" and "The Scientist". As always, a favourite for me is hearing Will sing, though that stage was quite far away. The band lived up to every expectation I could have had - and went even further. Chris's stage persona is completely disarming and you can't help but love him. His musical talent is epic. He didn't stop from start to finish. He made jokes about the local garbage strike and about how when you see yourself on a 50 ft. screen, you know you should have had a haircut. Jonnny wrung the rock and soul from his guitar with style and class writ large. Will's drumming is nothing short of heroic. I felt privileged to sing Happy Birthday to him with everyone. And Guy is the coolest bassist ever. I must confess that I wished I'd been in the pit, and will be next time. But I was also very glad to have a seat for the last few songs. Constant dancing, singing (off-key I'm sure, but who could hear anyway), jumping, clapping, cheering wore me out a little faster than when I was 18. I'm still a little hoarse. To the Coldplating.com friends who I never got to meet, but with whom I was there is spirit, the loss is mine. I'm proud of us all! In his final words, Chris said "You'll never know how much today has meant to us." Same here, Coldplay, and Thank You!

thanks wonderful review - you and I are totally sympatico about Coldplay

guilty You mean this flag?

thank you Coldplay They were astonsihingly brilliant! Just home from Toronto. So sorry I wasn't able to meet any of you personally, but what a day! Exhausted and must sleep, but am looking forward to reading your stories in more detail, and I'll write about mine in a couple of days. PEACE LOVE CHEEZ PS Did the flags find a purpose? zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

on my way Leaving shortly for the 5 hour drive to Toronto. Everyone have a great time - I know I will!

Nice recovery, R#42. I appreciate the effort!

weather forecast The Weather Network's forecast for Thursday is now: sunny with a few clouds high of 25C humidex of 31 If you're lining up, don't forget your sunscreen and water!

I've often wondered what ever became of that kitten. That was 6 years ago so it's probably still around. I asked the Oracle, but guess what ... no response.

1st CP concert - 3 days In 3 days, I get to see him live for the 1st time! Oh, and the other three too.

got it! Will looks so pleased with himself for getting it right! :lol: