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Post by Fiction Plane Info Center on Nov 2, 2008 10:31:57 GMT -5
Fiction Plane management has just announced that the opening act for the band's nearly sold-out Dec 7 Paradiso show is none other than Dutch party-rock band, Memphis Maniacs. Known for its over-the-top stage show (see the band's video clips for examples), Memphis Maniacs is sure to assist Fiction Plane in making December 7 into a truly festive evening.  |
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Post by jen on Nov 2, 2008 11:01:52 GMT -5
I read somewhere that Memphis Maniacs were being considered. I also heard some people were dissappointed. I think they would be entertaining and would probably enjoy it. That's just my opinion though.
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Post by nicrn77 on Nov 2, 2008 11:15:37 GMT -5
Interesting. I'm a bit disappointed. Would have loved to see a great new band. Oh well. I'm sure it will be entertaining.
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Post by harembee on Nov 2, 2008 13:50:02 GMT -5
I agree Nicole, a new band would have been more appropriate. Actually I doubt the need for a support act at all. Having been to the Paradiso before and knowing how many of the dedicated fans are going I think we will be ready for FP the second we get through those doors. No warm ups necessary!  |
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Post by michellepa on Nov 2, 2008 19:10:20 GMT -5
All headliners need an opener... If not just for the purpose of testing out the soundsystem. Besides, you guys might actually enjoy it more than you know, if you don't go in expecting to be disappointed. It's probably a lot more entertaining to listen to a band play cover songs you know as opposed to a one that plays song you never heard.
Besides, if it weren't for FP supporting Sting, The Police, The Bravery, snoop dogg/311,etc a lot of FP's fanbase wouldn't even know of their existence. So please try to be a little more tolerant of an opener.
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Post by muis26 on Nov 3, 2008 4:57:47 GMT -5
The Memphis Maniacs were also playing at the Paaspop festival in the Netherlands. After Paaspop, I saw an interview with Joe, at the festival, later at the night, in which he told the interviewer that he had just seen a band that did mash-ups with wellknown songs, and that he liked it. I guess he was talking about the Memphis Maniacs then, and that the guys really wanted them as an opening band themselves.
I must admit that I have doubts whether their set would work as an opening band. I think it's better to enjoy them later at night, after having a few drinks. But let's hope they proove me wrong!
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Post by harembee on Nov 3, 2008 17:27:35 GMT -5
All headliners need an opener... If not just for the purpose of testing out the soundsystem. Besides, you guys might actually enjoy it more than you know, if you don't go in expecting to be disappointed. It's probably a lot more entertaining to listen to a band play cover songs you know as opposed to a one that plays song you never heard. Besides, if it weren't for FP supporting Sting, The Police, The Bravery, snoop dogg/311,etc a lot of FP's fanbase wouldn't even know of their existence. So please try to be a little more tolerant of an opener. Ouch! You misjudge me greatly. I am not intolerant or expecting to be disappointed at all. I'm very happy to be entertained by the Maniacs or whoever else and am completely aware of the benefits to new bands from supporting those better known than they. However, having been to the previous FP headline gigs in Europe where FP played successfully with no support, I think that there are odd occasions when support is preferable but not absolutely necessary. The Paradiso in my opinion is one of these. I was just making a point based upon personal experience and paying a compliment to the the FP fans who will be at this particular gig. I can't explain why exactly but the Paradiso is a special venue and with so many of the harem ladies, .infoers and Fictionaires in attendance the guys will be sure of a gig to remember. We will link up as friends from all over Europe (and beyond) and rock our socks off for FP, support or no support. Partytime!!!! ;D |
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Post by nicrn77 on Nov 4, 2008 3:15:43 GMT -5
Don't forget us Americans too, Bee!  |
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Post by harembee on Nov 4, 2008 6:21:09 GMT -5
Oh I haven't forgotten you Nicole, in my head I was including you in the "meeting up from all over Europe" bit as you will be travelling from France - you lucky ducks!! Have amended my post to include any others travelling from further afield though!  |
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Post by nicrn77 on Nov 4, 2008 16:59:18 GMT -5
Oh I haven't forgotten you Nicole, in my head I was including you in the "meeting up from all over Europe" bit as you will be travelling from France - you lucky ducks!! Have amended my post to include any others travelling from further afield though! Thanks, Bee! I'm getting SOOOO excited! It seemed so far away...and I can't believe in less than a month I will be back over in EU!! Can't wait to see you again! |
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Post by lizmontana on Nov 4, 2008 20:15:59 GMT -5
Oh I haven't forgotten you Nicole, in my head I was including you in the "meeting up from all over Europe" bit as you will be travelling from France - you lucky ducks!! Have amended my post to include any others travelling from further afield though! Thanks, Bee! I'm getting SOOOO excited! It seemed so far away...and I can't believe in less than a month I will be back over in EU!! Can't wait to see you again! DITTO!!! Can't wait....November will fly by!! Liz |
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Post by muis26 on Nov 5, 2008 4:59:43 GMT -5
Oh I haven't forgotten you Nicole, in my head I was including you in the "meeting up from all over Europe" bit as you will be travelling from France - you lucky ducks!! Have amended my post to include any others travelling from further afield though! Thanks, Bee! I'm getting SOOOO excited! It seemed so far away...and I can't believe in less than a month I will be back over in EU!! Can't wait to see you again! We can't wait to see you again as well, Nicole! |
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Post by drinksmithwicks on Nov 9, 2008 15:51:22 GMT -5
Funny, everyone is having a meltdown over the Dutch opener. Anyone even know who is opening the French dates?
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Post by nicrn77 on Nov 10, 2008 0:34:23 GMT -5
Funny, everyone is having a meltdown over the Dutch opener. Anyone even know who is opening the French dates? I was wondering who would be opening the French gigs. Would be great if the Molotovs were! |
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Post by drinksmithwicks on Nov 10, 2008 1:23:50 GMT -5
I was wondering who would be opening the French gigs. Would be great if the Molotovs were! Since FP is the headliner, it will probably be a local/regional act. If it was a full-blown tour, then I would suspect a signed band. |
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