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I know it was a free show, but......... I'm a huge Sloan fan and I've lost track of how many times I've seen them perform in both the US and Canada and it was obvious to me that Murphy was pissed off about something. He was so not into it. I've noticed that he often has a chip on his shoulder when performing in the states. He has made it known that he resents the fact that they aren't popular in the states, but don't take it out on the Americans at your shows, they are obviously there because they like you. He made some comments that made him look like a real ass. This is not the way to expand your fan base but a great way to shrink it. I saw them live in Niagara Falls about a month ago and it was the best show I've ever seen. I left that show feeling happy and uplifted. I left this show feeling empty and embarrassed. (I'm Canadian)
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This was the first Sloan show I went to. My friend Austin took me along as he was already into the band, and he had played me a couple of their CDs. I have to say that Sloan totally rocked and had me hooked after only a couple songs. It was also really great when Chris popped out on the balcony during Money City, and then they also broke into Detroit Rock City. Great show and a great intro to a live Sloan show.
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I can't understand why anyone would complain about a free show. Overall, it was good. It would have been nice if they could have played a few more tunes, including an encore. I do put some blame on their crew for taking so long to get them set up to play, but it's not the band's fault. They opened with "Underwhelmed", which sounded a little weak. But after that, the show really picked up steam. Chris mentioned that the CD wasn't available, except possibly as an import. I had to laugh, because I had been going around all week looking for it and I ended up finding it the day of the show at a Detroit area indie record store...as an import. So, I got to become familiar with the new songs before going to see them that evening. I thought the new songs sounded fantastic. I'm sure the crowd liked them too, judging from their reactions. Sure, it would have been nice to hear some more older songs, but the ones we did hear all rocked! I felt sorry for Jay because there seemed to be a slight problem with his mic when he was singing lead vocals. But, that's how it goes sometimes. I think it was really nice of the guys to show their appreciation for the large crowd that gathered to see them after Collective Soul played. I'm willing to bet that a lot of people were exposed to Sloan who wouldn't normally go to one of their shows. Perhaps the band will gain some new fans as a result.
Steve
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A great Sloan show put a poor turnout from the Dalhousie crowd. It was one of those frosh week things so not everyone was there just to see Sloan, unfortunately.
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I started listening to Sloan a few years ago. At about the age of...13? 14? Something like that. Anywho, when I saw that they would be playing less than an hour away from my house i actually squealed with excitement (not a moment i'm proud of, albeit). So, me and my friends piled in the car and drove down to the Tiac to enjoy what was a FABULOUS first Sloan show.
Me and my boyfriend (he was the 6ft 5 giant with the black hair...it's hard to not notice him :)) actually managed to get about 10 feet from the stage.
Very VERY enjoyable. A few of my friends are fans now! We hope to catch you guys again in Canada (where everything is better)
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I really thought I was going to be able to avoid driving to Barrie next weekend for the show but a 45 minute set? PLEASE. It was good to see the boys, as usual but too short and Sloan will always be better in indoor venues. Period. Thanks for coming out. And it really is not our faluts that we cannot get teh record here. We love Slaon in Detroit like we love Labbats and there is no need to rub it in.
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Thanks, guys, for braving the border crossing and coming to Pontiac! Great show, but too short, of course!!! I hope you will come back and play a good long time at a different sort of venue!
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Yikes. The most Action Pact parts of the night was when Chris continuously reminded the crowd that "Here's another song you won't hear because the album is not going to be released here." At least three times us terrible, war mongering yankees were reminded of this fact. It was also made to mention how terrible the border cross was on the way in. They only played for 45 minutes while it took the roadies about 50 mins to set their equipment up. I've been to many a Sloan show in my day and this was, without a doubt, the most disappointing. It very overwhelmingly felt like they just didn't want to be here. It's too bad, too. There's a huge fan base for Sloan in Detroit. Although Detroit is stigmatized as the murder capital of the world and an all-around terrible place, it is a place that epitomizes the grittiness of rock 'n' roll and, as such, a lot of good acts have started here. Kiss made it big here, Iggy Pop and the Stooges, MC 5, (depending on your current tastes of good and bad) Eminem, Kid Rock and the White Stripes all hail from south of the 8 Mile divide. I really felt that MurderRecords' bad boys would tear it up again properly in Motown like they have in the past. Nope. I guess nothing does last forever.
Canadian Sloan fans: Please know that some of us hateful yankees DO in fact own Pretty Together and Between the Bridges and could properly sing with Patrick on It's in Your Eyes. However, the band is done with us and that's that. Maybe I'll have to catch 'em next time I'm in Sarnia. Until then, enjoy the new album.
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Great show. It was my first time seeing Sloan live since my discovery of fellow fans in the beginning of this year. I started listening to Sloan about...what is it now three years ago? When I heard Money City Maniacs on my local radio station. The people i went with were seasoned Sloan show veterans and made it a great time. The band made it an even better time. I took some pictures, then some security dude was all "no." then Chris was all "im cool, so you can take pictures" so i did. Very big props to him for that one. Its things like that, which made this show so enjoyable. Sloan's showmanship is incredible. I encourage anyone and everyone who has heard Sloan, whether you liked it or not, to go to a show. Guaranteed your jaw will drop. My friend, and fellow attendee Phillip commented that every band should follow Sloan's stage example. I couldn't agree more, they put on a great show, and give a great display of their wonderful music. Thanks again for the photo ops.
~Andrew
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Hey there,
I went to see Sloan and Collective Soul for a free show and it was really kickass. Before the show i got to meet the guys, they were just walking around and they were cool. I think they were looking for someone who was stuck at the border...who was important??? lol Anyway the show started off late cuz technical problems and was cut short, but other than that it they were great. Also dissapointed that they didnt play a couple more songs..but i was one of the few proud canadians in the crowd...and we let everyone know it too! Great performance....Thanks guys
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Amazing show...it was a hot one, but as always, the boys made it more than worth it. Had a little sound trouble somewhere in there, that made them cut Keep on Thinkin short...but they rocked out nonetheless. Best show I've ever been to!
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I agree with R Heath that starting with Underwhelmed was the way to go. A good show, a good time! Palais Royale was definitely my favourite, Steamwhistle Brewery and The Kee are tied for second!
As for the COPS incident, I witnessed the main event. I have a bet with a friend of mine on what started it all. Accounts of the evening are welcomed!!!!!!!!
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Amazing show. Other than having to sit through Minibar, the night was fantastic. Hope they return again soon. I even managed to steal a poster.
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This concert featured several bands and was sponsored by a local radio station. Sloan was one of those bands. As usual, Sloan rocked out. It was slightly disappointing because it seemed like Danielle and I were some of the few people in the crowd there to see Sloan. There was in fact a punk rocker (think the cover of Rancid's "Out Come the Wolves"), who after ever song proceeded to bow his head and raise his hands with middle fingers protruding. Needless to say, I didn't appreciate that. Regardless, some Sloan is better than no Sloan at all.
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i was at this show, and i rocked so hard i broke my aviators. an incredible performance, to say the least!
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That was the 3rd time I had seen Sloan at The Kee and was probably the best, although it was the smallest crowd I had ever seen there. Starting with Underwhelmed was awesome!!!! I didn't witness the COPS episode outside after, but I do remember there being a very large Police presence that night. More so than any other time I had been there. It actually took away from the fun a bit. At any rate, a 5 star night.
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I have seen Sloan 15 times since 93, in Detroit, Windsor, Chicago, Toledo, and New York. Been waiting for a while, and I do not really like outdoor venues (like tastefest) but they are playing this Friday in Pontiac and its been too long.
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A truly awesome show. The place was rather small but that made it great since only true fans were there. We were able to get really close to the stage!. I will remember the encore. They played a few minutes of about 10 different songs.
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this show just further proved how much sloan rock and what great guys they are. i had seen them a few days previous in philly, and asked if they could possibly play "snowsuit sound". chris told me to remind jay when we saw them in d.c., which i did. and they played it! i was so excited. the setlist was great, i just wished i could have heard other andrew songs, having heard the ones he played at pretty much all four shows i'd been to. otherwise, no complaints!
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