Misc things:
*even though I don't expect the set list to change for the other remaining dates of the promo tour, Drain is the tune I would love to see them replace with something else. The energy died during that tune.
*if they're going to bring a video screen around - I would suggest they make better use of it than having computerized designs running on them during the show. Maybe sync up the camera man's feed to the video screen every now and then? Or, some local footage from each city (like entering Seattle, or Sea-Tac airport, etc)? Just seems like a waste to have that big screen with them and not use it to its potential
*Sugizo took his own pics of some of the band at the end of the gig while they were on stage. Staff photographer took pics of the entire band with their backs to the audience (to show the audience of course behind them)...
*several water bottles were squirted and/or thrown as previously reported. Sugizo managed to get 2 up to the balcony level
*free post cards advertising the show were at The Paramount. Just had the 5 member image they've been using on one side, dates on the other...
*with all due respect to hide's legacy, I think it's time they consider letting Sugizo play the lead(s) for the entire show. Whether you're an old school die hard fan or a newbie, it just seems time for them to move on. A fresh start here in North America....
*I can't comment on Vampires Everywhere as we were sitting in the lobby chatting while having a drink. Their performance was being shown on the in house TV's anyway. Seemed like a good way to spend the time than bash the band.
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