2006/05/04 - Oakland, CA - Paramount Theatre

[Chris_Brightwell]

Show was posted briefly on toolband earlier today. Also announced by a local radio station.

Details are forthcoming.

[oneredflag]

98.5 or "98 rock" krxq says that tix go on sale on sat the 22nd.
well see...
all shows now posted at TA
Nothing at http://www.paramounttheatre.com/schedule.html yet either.
however shows up here http://www.live105.com/concert/default.html
nothing here yet http://www.ticketmaster.com/artist/720703

The PARAMOUNT THEATRE
Orchestra Seats: 1756
Balcony Seats: 1284

Total Capacity: 3040

[cvan]

TA just posted that all mini tour tickets will go on sale Saturday thru ticketmaster.

The Oakland show still isn't listed on ticketmasters site, but hopefully that'll change soon.

[Agenda]

Anyone know where we can physically get tickets?Or is online the fastest way?

[oneredflag]

Anyone know where we can physically get tickets?Or is online the fastest way?

Paramount box office doesn't open till noon
Ticketmaster locations are a lotto
online is a crapshoot.

I think you can only buy 4 at a time. I'll buy 4 if i can. Ill only need 2
will sell the others @ face value.
How ever this is still a LONGSHOT!!!!!!!!!!

[godhenry]

I think you can only buy 4 at a time. I'll buy 4 if i can. Ill only need 2
will sell the others @ face value.
How ever this is still a LONGSHOT!!!!!!!!!!

YES. buy as many tickets as you can. then sell them @ FACE VALUE and make sure that you don't sell them to the scalpers. we can definitely outnumber the scalpers. don't let those scalpers take advantage of this. we can control our destiny.

[13rad_34]

Don't forget that when you wait in line in person there is a lotto system for the front of the line, so you can get there 3 hours early and still end up towards the back. Just give yourself time to park and get in line beofre the lotto.

[daminate]

unfortunately a friend of a friend type person to me has some sort of association to ticket broker folk, and mentioned a while back that there is some racket set up that certain ticket brokers are able to buy tickets thru ticketmaster before the general public...., such a bunch of shite. Usually only means they get the prime seats at big shows to sell at premium prices, but with a 3k capacity show it f#$cks the tru fans,

I am hitting this friend of a friend up for as many as they can hookup in case I dont get lucky on sat..., any xtras will try to make available at cost to the dedicated tool fans in these forums through this event thread

[oneredflag]

unfortunately a friend of a friend type person to me has some sort of association to ticket broker folk, and mentioned a while back that there is some racket set up that certain ticket brokers are able to buy tickets thru ticketmaster before the general public...., such a bunch of shite. Usually only means they get the prime seats at big shows to sell at premium prices, but with a 3k capacity show it f#$cks the tru fans,

I am hitting this friend of a friend up for as many as they can hookup in case I dont get lucky on sat..., any xtras will try to make available at cost to the dedicated tool fans in these forums through this event thread
http://toolnavy.com/showthread.php?t=41366
Tread softly!!!

[wix3l]

Live 105 just aired Vicarious and announced the show after.

[Agenda]

To those of us (me I hope) who end up with tickets: Does anyone wanna try and meet or go as a group?

[oneredflag]

Just back from local Tixmaster location - they seem clueless about oakland show.

[KJM]

I'm a five minute walk away, so if I don't see anything go up online..I'll just walk over and buy my tickets.

[KJM]

Don't forget that when you wait in line in person there is a lotto system for the front of the line, so you can get there 3 hours early and still end up towards the back. Just give yourself time to park and get in line beofre the lotto.


What? I've never seen that and I've worked at music venues. Is this something the theater itself does?

[oneredflag]

What? I've never seen that and I've worked at music venues. Is this something the theater itself does?
lotto at ticketmaster locations.
tix sale most likley opens @ 10:00 am, paramount box office opens at noon

[the_incunabula]

I called the Paramount, they played dumb with me "We know information about a Tool concert here at the moment". Whores.

[balce]

Live 105 just aired Vicarious and announced the show after.

They played Vicarious again around 8:30/8:45 tonight and afterwards they (again) announced the show on 5/4 - they then aired a caller who inquired about when tickets will go on sale and the DJ said Sunday at 10am through Ticketmaster. (He then repeated it.)

So I guess, Sunday, not Saturday.

[KJM]

"We know information about a Tool concert here at the moment"


huuzah? what?

[balce]

TA just posted that all mini tour tickets will go on sale Saturday thru ticketmaster.

The Oakland show still isn't listed on ticketmasters site, but hopefully that'll change soon.

Haha! I just saw this on ToolArmy too.

So I guess it's safer to say that tickets will go on sale this weekend at 10am.

[the_incunabula]

huuzah? what?

They were being bitches, like they had info but they werent at liberty to discuss it, sorry my post sucked.

[fan2005]

YES. buy as many tickets as you can. then sell them @ FACE VALUE and make sure that you don't sell them to the scalpers. we can definitely outnumber the scalpers. don't let those scalpers take advantage of this. we can control our destiny.

Hey guys, this is my first post. I'm a total n00b on the toolshed forums. Just found out about the msg board a few days ago and now I'm addicted. I bring my laptop to class, and all i'm doing is checking this msg board. lol.

But I must say, the ticket sharing forum is awesome!! I, too, will try to buy as many as possible and offer at least 2 tickets if I can get my hands on any. =P

F*** the scalpers.

[Candy Bars]

Yay! I'm glad we've got each other's back on this. Hopefully all the real Tool fans get into the show. I was able to get 4 tickets to the Berkeley theater show (with King Crimson) during the Lateralus tour. I sold two at face value to some cool guy I met on the Tool newsgroup. We met in Berkeley before the show and had a couple beers. Good times...

Go Bears!

CANDYBARS

[Novus_Opiate_Seclorum]

They played Vicarious again around 8:30/8:45 tonight and afterwards they (again) announced the show on 5/4 - they then aired a caller who inquired about when tickets will go on sale and the DJ said Sunday at 10am through Ticketmaster. (He then repeated it.)

So I guess, Sunday, not Saturday.


Haha that caller was me!!

I will definitely be trying to get tickets, but I will come here and inquire about any extras if anyone scores any. I need 2 for my girlfriend and I, this is going to be interesting. It'll be her first tool show =)

[the_incunabula]

Did this show get lost in the scuffles?

[Th1_rhs13]

To those of us (me I hope) who end up with tickets: Does anyone wanna try and meet or go as a group?

I may, want to. But I'm thinking this event or ASU. Don't know yet, how shall you acquire your tickets and where are you from?

[DomisInnerChild]

I'm in too. I think I'm going solo, so I'll probably have three spares if I get lucky.

[Colonel Kurtz]

Anyone have any idea why this isn't showing up on Ticketmaster? It's making me VERY NERVOUS

[the_incunabula]

yeah this shit it freaking me out

[Agenda]

Anyone have any idea why this isn't showing up on Ticketmaster? It's making me VERY NERVOUS


agreed. What the fuck?

[Agenda]

I may, want to. But I'm thinking this event or ASU. Don't know yet, how shall you acquire your tickets and where are you from?


check your messages

[the_incunabula]

Shows up on ticketmaster. whoo.

[tophe07]

I'm stressing out about this show. Me and my friend are hoping we can get tickets. Good luck to all of you, and hopefully the scalping bastards won't prevent us from getting in.

[Futzy]

oh awesome its up, good luck everyone. how many tickets does ticketmaster usually let you buy at once?

[the_incunabula]

I have a feeling the reason its gonna sell out so fast is cuz everyone is buying like 4 tickets.

[cvan]

Paramount theaters site lists the ticket price at $66.66!!!

[oneredflag]

I have a feeling the reason its gonna sell out so fast is cuz everyone is buying like 4 tickets.
The reason it will sell out so damn fast if the fact that The Paramount will only hold 3040 rabid TOOL fans.

[the_incunabula]

The reason it will sell out so damn fast if the fact that The Paramount will only hold 3040 rabid TOOL fans.


HAHA, yeah

[velocity]

Be careful too, if you buy online, not to hit 'refresh' too often at 10 a.m. or they'll make you wait 5-10 minutes before you can try again!

edit: On one hand, doesn't the Paramount have like twice the capacity of Berkeley Community Theater? So, theoretically, it'll sell out a little slower?

OTOH, I think they limited ticket sales to 2/ea for that show. So it's a wash.

[Futzy]

Be careful too, if you buy online, not to hit 'refresh' too often at 10 a.m. or they'll make you wait 5-10 minutes before you can try again!

edit: On one hand, doesn't the Paramount have like twice the capacity of Berkeley Community Theater? So, theoretically, it'll sell out a little slower?

OTOH, I think they limited ticket sales to 2/ea for that show. So it's a wash.
2 per person? ah fuck...

[tophe07]

Just called and confirmed with Paramount. There will be a 2 ticket limit per person.

Also, note that you cannot order more than 2 tickets through ticketmaster using any identical information:

i.e. you can't order tickets with 1 credit card, and have your buddy order 2 with another card with your name, address, billing info, etc.

so each order of 2 tickets must be "unique"

good luck, I'm sweating balls...me and my friend will be devasted if we don't get tix

[amitface]

Just called and confirmed with Paramount. There will be a 2 ticket limit per person.

Also, note that you cannot order more than 2 tickets through ticketmaster using any identical information:

i.e. you can't order tickets with 1 credit card, and have your buddy order 2 with another card with your name, address, billing info, etc.

so each order of 2 tickets must be "unique"

good luck, I'm sweating balls...me and my friend will be devasted if we don't get tix


Not even an identical address only? like a credit card of another member of the family?

[tophe07]

according to ticketmaster policy, there can be no matching info...but I don't know how strictly they will enforce this

it could just be BS to discourage people.

hard to say, even harder to get a hold of a human being over ther.

[tophe07]

From Ticketmaster:

The venue or artist/event management will typically impose a ticket limit per customer, credit card or address in order to provide ticket access to as many fans as possible. Ticket limits vary depending on the type of event or the anticipated demand for tickets. Check the event information area of the purchase page for more information on ticket limits for your event. Please adhere to published ticket limits.

Persons who exceed the ticket limit may have any or all of their orders and tickets cancelled without notice by Ticketmaster in its discretion. This includes orders associated with the same name, email address, billing address, credit card number or other information.

[Futzy]

fuck.

[tophe07]

fuck.


Ticketmaster is soul sucking.

[Futzy]

Ticketmaster is soul sucking.
yeah pretty much. now some of my friends will be able to get tickets and some wont, thisll be fun.

[NowisMytimE]

Anyone know how much they are?

[Futzy]

66 before fees i think

[NowisMytimE]

YIKES i really need to go tho, so oh well.

[godhenry]

Be careful too, if you buy online, not to hit 'refresh' too often at 10 a.m. or they'll make you wait 5-10 minutes before you can try again!

edit: On one hand, doesn't the Paramount have like twice the capacity of Berkeley Community Theater? So, theoretically, it'll sell out a little slower?

OTOH, I think they limited ticket sales to 2/ea for that show. So it's a wash.
can velocity, or someone, explain to me about the "not to hit refresh too often at 10am" thing? I never had a problem doing before but that was the last TOOL tour. How's the technology changed these days?

[godhenry]

can velocity, or someone, explain to me about the "not to hit refresh too often at 10am" thing? I never had a problem doing before but that was the last TOOL tour. How's the technology changed these days?
now i think more about it, it's a ploy by velocity. good one! you almost got me :P

unless someone else give me a convincing explanation otherwise, no?

[Madrid]

I'd like to know more about this refresh thing.

Also, two ticket limit?

And lastly, I have a question: If i go and select "Orchestra A-P" tickets, is there a good chance I WONT get them? Should I just click best available or shoot for balcony or what?

[Madrid]

Also, you all wanna hang on in San Francisco on the fourth? We'll go to Boudins and eat mashed potatoes.

[Novus_Opiate_Seclorum]

good lord. 2 tickets. argh!

[Sir Loin IV]

Sir Loin must go to the show. Went to the small one in Berkley 5 years ago, and it was abselutely insane. Thanks for info Tophe07...I'm sure we'll get at least 1 pair.

[trunksx34]

during a presale last year, i was hitting F5 so fast and for so long, that I refreshed past the ticket buying screen, and the Presale sold out. So i learned my lesson and from now on I will definitely make sure of what the screen says before I refresh the page.

[amitface]

during a presale last year, i was hitting F5 so fast and for so long, that I refreshed past the ticket buying screen, and the Presale sold out. So i learned my lesson and from now on I will definitely make sure of what the screen says before I refresh the page.

That's actually pretty hilarious. Be careful though. Refresh slowly. There's a limit now.

[Futzy]

does that mean refreshing with your browser, or hitting the find me better tickets button?

[Madrid]

Can anybody give me advice?
Should I select the seats I want or just hit best available?

I am guessing that by the time I click "Orchestra A-P" it'll be sold out and I'll be sent back to the start - and the venue will be sold out completly. Anybody have any idea?

What time-frame am I looking at?
As far as I know "Best Available" will only earn me crap seats.

[the_incunabula]

Can anybody give me advice?
Should I select the seats I want or just hit best available?

I am guessing that by the time I click "Orchestra A-P" it'll be sold out and I'll be sent back to the start - and the venue will be sold out completly. Anybody have any idea?

What time-frame am I looking at?
As far as I know "Best Available" will only earn me crap seats.

There are no crap seats in the paramount. Your best bet is definently "best available" so you get a ticket at all.

[Madrid]

There are no crap seats in the paramount. Your best bet is definently "best available" so you get a ticket at all.

Thank you very much, I will take your advice.


Oh man, people have me stressed out now.
I've got a sattelite-set clock, a two monitor display, a cookie-clearing macro ready...

I must have a ticket.

[Th1_rhs13]

Fucking hell, this is getting intense good thing all the peopole I asked to go backed out so it's just me going. 10am Pacific, right?

[cvan]

Fucking hell, this is getting intense good thing all the peopole I asked to go backed out so it's just me going. 10am Pacific, right?

No.......10PM.........Central Time...........Pass it on!!!



hehehe

[Madrid]

10am Pacific. yes.

If I get a ticket, I'm going to cry with joy.

[tophe07]

The 2 ticket maximum will help slow down the selling out. Good luck all.

[Agenda]

The 2 ticket maximum will help slow down the selling out. Good luck all.


True.

[Sir Loin IV]

Confidently grinning. I'm gonna take a positive stance on this madness.

[daminate]

On a positive note.., a lot of the topics for other locations have 4/5+ pages of posts. So either it will be a little less crazy for oaktown.., or us bay area folk are a little be less high maintenence.

[godhenry]

fiona apple would be sold out quicker if it were at the filmore.

oakland is a different ball game.

[NowisMytimE]

=I have to work tomorrow so who is going to purchase my ticket for me? =D for a small fee of course? Any1 going alone that can buy 2 tickets?

[Edgetow]

On a positive note.., a lot of the topics for other locations have 4/5+ pages of posts. So either it will be a little less crazy for oaktown.., or us bay area folk are a little be less high maintenence.


They're just more organized than us. The bigger threads contain people asking for tickets/notifying that they'll have extra tickets.

Unfortunately, its probably the same amount of crazyiness here as it is anywhere.

[the_incunabula]

Yeah, maybe we bay area tool fans are a select few.
Or we just aren't fucking crazy.

[Sir Loin IV]

Unfortunately I don't think it's just bay area. This is the ONLY show in california for at least 4 or 5 months. I have a feeling we'll battle people as far south as LA, and as far north as Reno for these. Shit my bro lives in Davis...and he's tryin to get tickets.

Still though...if you can get on ticketmaster during the first 10 seconds...you should be set.

Good Luck to all

-Sir Loin IV

[oneredflag]

Yeah, maybe we bay area tool fans are a select few.
Or we just aren't fucking crazy.
The GA tix for the '02 tour went pretty fast.
and L.A. has Coachella Festival - large venue

[the_incunabula]

Seriously, good luck to all.

[Futzy]

The GA tix for the '02 tour went pretty fast.
and L.A. has Coachella Festival - large venue
yeah hopefully that will free up some room...god damnit this is gonna be fucking rediculous.

[Madrid]

Unfortunately I don't think it's just bay area. This is the ONLY show in california for at least 4 or 5 months. I have a feeling we'll battle people as far south as LA, and as far north as Reno for these. Shit my bro lives in Davis...and he's tryin to get tickets.

Still though...if you can get on ticketmaster during the first 10 seconds...you should be set.

Good Luck to all

-Sir Loin IV

Amen. I can bein Los Angeles in less than an hour.
And I'm jockeying for tickets.

I've recruited my girlfriend to try to buy tickets at the same time. It might increase my odds.

I'm spending way too much money to see them. But honestly, I'm really looking forward to meeting all the people there.

I saw APC when they came to the Civic Center in SF - and you guys are the nicest people I've ever met. Strangely enough.

[Th1_rhs13]

SoCal here and I will be up bright an early for one. How for is Redding from Oakland? It's around Stanford, right?

[chickenweasel]

Redding is a 3-3.5 hour drive north of Oakland. Oakland isn't too far from Stanford (we're talking about the school, right?), which is in Palo Alto (half hour from Oakland).

[Th1_rhs13]

Oh fuck! Yeah the hotel I'm looking at is next to Stanford University but my other out was in Redding, fuck that, i'll just pay up the extra cash. I was thinking SF, but the prices are steep!

Wait it's Redwood. Fucking hell they won't allow for a check in becuase im 20! What the hell?!

[Madrid]

Any of us going to hang out at all? Or at least have something on that distinguishes us from the crowd?

lol, I could wear a fat "Chronic" Dr. Dre shirt. I bet that would do it.

[Th1_rhs13]

Agenda and I might meet up I'm sure you can join in. Where are you coming from? I have never been to NorCal.

First lets get our tickets, then we can plan a shindig or somthing. Hell if I get a ticket after party is at my hotel room bring booze, food and Hot Chicks!

The ramada in hayward looks decently close back onto the 5 and doesn't list an age limit so. In less then 10 hours we'll see!

I'll come back on at 8am or so, lets get a chat or somthing going on aim. Those dudes from texas are fucking a tight knit group and are helping each other out. We should follow ther example. Pm me your Aim or somthing.

[Candy Bars]

What, there's a Texas ticket buying conspiracy? Well, I'm all up in Berkeley. I hope you guys get tickets. Everyone on this forum should get tickets. That is my one wish. And also, that all the children of the world can hold hands and sing in harmony.

CANDY BARS...

[livid star]

So does anyone know anything about ordering over the phone?
My main question is when doing so, can you call 1-2 minutes early to go through all the prompts and what not? Does it matter?

I am trying to attack this thing at four angles here. I plan to be online, of course, and simultaneously on the phone - all while my husband is going to try the rare odds of Tower's tickmaster. Hopefully at least ONE of us will get tickets. Fingers are cross.

I am so nervous about it guys! I have to stop myself from thinking "I bet they'll open with Vicarious" ( I want to hear it live), or "I hope they play pushit." I will be very disappointed, to say the least, but I am hoping for the t.d.n. ticket connection as back up.

Good luck everyone!

p.s. The fortunate should definitely meet up.

[chickenweasel]

Well, goodnight all. Hopefully all of us in the bay area can have positive experiences tomorrow @ 10. (fingers crossed for everyone...)

[Madrid]

I'm getting sick to my stomach thinking about it.
My woman is going to snipe with me from her house with her credit info.

I havn't been this nervous since....
Oh God, I have to pee.

[Feitiço]

la di da

[Th1_rhs13]

Yeah, I'm up!

[gapingaenima]

It is our 15 anniversary and my wife wants nothing more than to go to this show. We are unable to be around for the on sale time though. Please please please, if anyone gets extra tickets to the show, we would like to by them. You can email me at [email protected]. Thanks and good luck to everyone.

[Th1_rhs13]

What the hell, have you seen these other guy's experiences?

[bkinman]

It is our 15 anniversary and my wife wants nothing more than to go to this show. We are unable to be around for the on sale time though. Please please please, if anyone gets extra tickets to the show, we would like to by them. You can email me at [email protected]. Thanks and good luck to everyone.


I would think that if you are a tool fan you really would be able to be around at 10am to get tickets. What is the excuse?

[oneredflag]

What the hell, have you seen these other guy's experiences?
pretty much par-for-the-course.
many of us will be crying in an hr. or so

[Th1_rhs13]

I would think that if you are a tool fan you really would be able to be around at 10am to get tickets. What is the excuse?

Hey calm down, if I can refrain from being myself in this thread you MUST do so as well.

[cvan]

TA sent out random e-mails for pre-sale tickets this morning. I didn't get one, but congrats to those who did. Good luck to all others!!!

[Madrid]

Hey guys! Looks like not every ticket sold-out instantly on the Eastcoast... there might be hope for all of us!

[Futzy]

TA sent out random e-mails for pre-sale tickets this morning. I didn't get one, but congrats to those who did. Good luck to all others!!!
fucking lame

[Th1_rhs13]

Hey guys! Looks like not every ticket sold-out instantly on the Eastcoast... there might be hope for all of us!

Everythiong crashed in the New york thread netting a big 0 for everyone, or so I believe after reading the thread.

[daminate]

Shite isnt looking good for us.

I tried to get tickets for PA and IL at 7 and 9. Did the refresh thing, selected two, no dice at either show....., repeated 2nd try with 1 ticket, and still no luck.

So we seem to be looking at like a 30 sec window where the general public has access to tix.

[Th1_rhs13]

20 minutes, Im going to check back when I have succeded in victory or have been crushed by defeat. Best of luck.

[daminate]

also.....,

Ticketmaster seems to be heavily cookie driven..., so I recomend having at least one or two extra browswer windows open and logged into your account. They have a little blocker setup for too many requests within a certain time period and you are locked out of their system with that browser window.., have to open a new one.

[Feitiço]

I'll be getting tickets for my g/f and brother. Means I'll have to find an alternative method of getting in. In case one of you sweethearts runs into a bind or wants to help me out, I'm good for the cash and will buy you oh so many popsicles of your choice in addition to copius verbal reenforcement of your sainthood. The name's Erik, making the trip from Santa Cruz, and can be found at [email protected]. I'll be lurking around in the meantime since that is my duty. Thanks mates.

[bkinman]

God, the anticipation! GAH! I'm pretty sure im gonna lose this game and it is going to ruin my day.

[Feitiço]

gotta have faith -ah faith -ah faith...... BAAAAAAAAAABBBBBBBAYYYYYYYYYYY

[bkinman]

How bad could it be. I mean, im sure I can make it within the 6 second threshold, right?

[Feitiço]

fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck fuck

[bkinman]

... Sadness... BIG sadness

[cvan]

well it didn't happen for me. DAMN!!!!

right at 10:00 and no luck.

ANYONE WITH EXTRAS????

[jkarp]

If anyone has a single floor ticket, I need one!

thanks... josh

[bkinman]

... Sadness... BIG sadness

[Madrid]

Yeah... I was in there in under 3 seconds...
Still nothing.

This shit is a hoax.

IF you'd like to see who GOT ALL THE TICKETS check here.
http://www.stubhub.com/tool-tickets/?event_id=289321&d=1&sort_by=per_ticket_price

Pretty good, if you're "The man"

By the way - I'll buy any single ticket from anybody who gets one.

[Madrid]

ok. EVERYBODY. TIME FOR CATHARSIS!
FFFFFUCK
FUCK FUCK FUCK FUCK!!!!!!!!!
FUCK!!!!!!!!!!!

[bkinman]

You see fellow tool fans? Today was harvest day, and for us, it was the holocaust....

[Th1_rhs13]

MOTHER FUCKER! What the fuck was that shit, at 10am on the dot they still weren't avilable, then I get this shit about none avilable 3 seconds later. This is a front for teh mob, they are going to have the their E-thugs scalping shit. FUCK FUCK FUCK! I tired litterally 100 times!

[bkinman]

MOTHER FUCKER! What the fuck was that shit, at 10am on the dot they still weren't avilable, then I get this shit about none avilable 3 seconds later. This is a front for teh mob, they are going to have the their E-thugs scalping shit. FUCK FUCK FUCK! I tired litterally 100 times!


Yeah, that shit about not being available until a couple of seconds after 10:00 was pretty fucked.

[Madrid]

Really, it took 30 seconds on my atomic-updated-clock for it to ding over.

This sucks. FUCK!

[Madrid]

http://www.ticketliquidator.com/tix/Tickets.aspx?evtid=348991

Take a look, more tickets from the man.

[velocity]

Did any actual fan get a ticket? Fucking scalpers.

[13rad_34]

don't think so...

[Feitiço]

eBAY, that wonderful fucking site, has nearly 60 tickets on sale as we speak, going for over 500 a pair. Fucking anybody to pay their mortgage.

[oneredflag]

I am in 2 on the balcony....
Thank the silly monkeys

[13rad_34]

So, who has any extra tickets that they need to get rid of...anyone, anyone. I'll give you my first born...oh alright, and my wife...

[Feitiço]

I'm pretty sure that between stub-hub, ebay, ticketliquidator, radio promotions and friends of people in the business, not a single proletariat TOOL fan got tickets to this show. That is my naiive resolution.

[Madrid]

Wow... it's obvious these are not shows for the fans.
Celebrity club, red-carpet shit.

[Madrid]

I'm pretty sure that between stub-hub, ebay, ticketliquidator, radio promotions and friends of people in the business, not a single proletariat TOOL fan got tickets to this show. That is my naiive resolution.

Well, one guy did. God knows how he did it.

[vedhead]

anybody get lucky? i was on there and they were gone before 10:01am. You can goto an agency and pay from 200-1200 per ticket. I hope they play a larger venue in the area very soon.

[gapingaenima]

I'm sorry to say, I actually got a pair. Ok I'm totally ecstatic. . I posted ealier to find some for sale in case we didn't get any since it is our anniversary so I thought I would let people know that we no longer need them. We seem to have luck near our anniversary since we went to the small Chicago show 4 years ago on our anniversary. To all that didn't get them, don't give up yet. We actually got good tickets to both Berkeley shows on the last tour from people for face value. Good luck everyone and we hope to see you all there.

[Novus_Opiate_Seclorum]

I got two for the balcony =)

[Feitiço]

Wow... it's obvious these are not shows for the fans.
Celebrity club, red-carpet shit.

That's what I'm thinkin' fucking Posh bougiefest (that I wish I were part of). But I just can't feel good knowing some douchebag's 13 year old daughter and the like will be at this show instead of us.

I thought I might have graduated the GA arena shows after 5 years of waiting.................

ccccccccccccrrrrrrrrrrrrying, cccccccccrrrrrrrrrrrying, ccccccrrrrrrrrrrrryeeeeeeeiiiiiiing

Orbison knew how we feel.

[velocity]

They need to do what SOAD did @ the Fillmore--box office only, one ticket per customer, on sale the day before the show. Or will-call only the day of the show.

[temporary sanity]

If anyone is lucky enough to have an extra ticket and wants to see it go to a true fan please let me know.Fuck Ticketmaster.

[Novus_Opiate_Seclorum]

these are the seats I got...about after 7-8 frantic refreshes on ticketmaster

Full Price Ticket BALC P 122 - 124

STAIR ACCESS ONLY TO THIS SECTION (NO ELEVATOR)
Balcony Rear [Last 10 Rows of Balcony]
Balcony [Elevated Off Floor Level]

Does anyone know if I'll be able to get on the floor? Or will I have to sit in the balcony?

[the_incunabula]

if any one has spare tickets, email me, for the love of god. [email protected]

peace love
spiral out

[chickenweasel]

I got one orchestra floor ticket. My roommate was trying too, at the exact same time, right here next to me and he got NOTHING. It's a total crapshoot.

[Scrunzset]

Alright, so I have to work on the 4th.... could someone just sneak in a vid cam and record it well? I'll give killer head to whoever does it.

[Agenda]

I have an EXTRA TICKET!!!! I have 4 total.

pm me and we'll work out something...

[oneredflag]

these are the seats I got...about after 7-8 frantic refreshes on ticketmaster

Full Price Ticket BALC P 122 - 124

STAIR ACCESS ONLY TO THIS SECTION (NO ELEVATOR)
Balcony Rear [Last 10 Rows of Balcony]
Balcony [Elevated Off Floor Level]

Does anyone know if I'll be able to get on the floor? Or will I have to sit in the balcony?
only if you find a way to sneak down.
I got balcony as well, better than none.
I have seen front row as much as $1000 per - RAPE

[layer1]

What a scam, its all seems a deception. Have been waiting years to the see the band, both me and my Son! its all the good-ol-boy network that has all the tickets wrapped up next to the gold bullion waiting to rip off the masses.
I'll now beg too...
Help needing 3 Tool tickets for Oakland 5/4 show!
Me my son and his lovely girlfriend would love to see the band!
Please help!

email goingweb @ gmail.com

[Madrid]

I have an EXTRA TICKET!!!! I have 4 total.

pm me and we'll work out something...

I'll kill for it?

Serious, let's work something out.

[layer1]

I have cash looking for the 3 magic tickets
Big fan of Tool since Opiate days!
dont want to get ripped off just looking for hope
from fellow fans!!!

goingweb @ gmail.com

[universereflected]

Okay...so I live in Seattle, wanted to buy tickets to the Paramount in Seattle. After clicking purchase, I realized I had gotten two tickets to Oakland. Orch level, row OO.

I might try and go, but would love to see them in Seattle instead. Any dumbasses in Oakland who bought accidently for the Paramount in Seattle and want to trade?

Its a long shot...but what the hell.

[wix3l]

Okay...so I live in Seattle, wanted to buy tickets to the Paramount in Seattle. After clicking purchase, I realized I had gotten two tickets to Oakland. Orch level, row OO.

I might try and go, but would love to see them in Seattle instead. Any dumbasses in Oakland who bought accidently for the Paramount in Seattle and want to trade?

Its a long shot...but what the hell.

Get tix for Seattle then give your Oakland ones to me.

[layer1]

Okay...so I live in Seattle, wanted to buy tickets to the Paramount in Seattle. After clicking purchase, I realized I had gotten two tickets to Oakland. Orch level, row OO.

I might try and go, but would love to see them in Seattle instead. Any dumbasses in Oakland who bought accidently for the Paramount in Seattle and want to trade?

Its a long shot...but what the hell.


I'll takem if you want the cash to try and buy 2 for Seattle

goingweb @ gmail.com

[Madrid]

Hmmmm, nobody has messaged me back. I take that as a bit no.

[Geedorah]

I broke down and paid a "little" extra for tickets.

6th row center balcony.

[raj]

I broke down and paid a "little" extra for tickets.

6th row center balcony.

From where?

[Th1_rhs13]

I have an EXTRA TICKET!!!! I have 4 total.

pm me and we'll work out something...

Hey dude ill give you a call. I left my cell in my car.

[layer1]

I understand Tool's decision to play only small venues and I have been to a few arena BB&Q's. But what is up with the vanashing ticket thing? Only for the privilaged or well connected or is it luck?

ven·ue Audio pronunciation of "venues" ( P ) Pronunciation Key (vny)
n.

1. Law.
1. The locality where a crime is committed or a cause of action occurs.
2. The locality or political division from which a jury is called and in which a trial is held.
3. The clause within a declaration naming the locality in which a trial will be held.
4. The clause in an affidavit naming the place where it was sworn to.
2.
1. The scene or setting in which something takes place; a locale: “that non-cinematic venue of popular nightmares, the discotheque” (P.J. O'Rourke).
2. A place for large gatherings, as a sports stadium.

[Novus_Opiate_Seclorum]

So what kind of mind altering substances will you guys and gals be taking before the show?

I still haven't heard the new album yet, its sitting on my desktop mocking me... I'm tempted not to listen before the 4th!

[Th1_rhs13]

A pint full of angst mixed with envy if I don't get to go.

[mokasquarl]

A pint full of angst mixed with envy if I don't get to go.
agreed....I've been trying for the last 3+ hours to get tickets to any show nearby with ZERO luck....fuck ticketmaster, fuck presales and fuck scalpers.

[the_incunabula]

Any one have two extra tickets? Did they all end up on stubhub where we can get ass raped for tickets. I have a feeling those tickets that are going to 1000 bucks are just gonna sit there, and then there will be empty seats up front...tears*

[layer1]

agreed....I've been trying for the last 3+ hours to get tickets to any show nearby with ZERO luck....fuck ticketmaster, fuck presales and fuck scalpers.

"Jello has no bones just like scalpers and the Corperations that run-em."
"gelatinise fluidity"

Tickets are $200-$1000
Does the band know they are contributing to this?
I want to support the artist not the man!

[Th1_rhs13]

I'm tired, and am succombing to the belief that I may not see Tool live. I've been up since 5am preping for this shit.

[trunksx34]

oh wow, well this may be a longshot, but friends of mine scored 3 tickets, 2 next to each other and 1 by itself. If anyone that has 3 tix that are together and would be willing to trade. please pm me

[oneredflag]

I'm tired, and am succombing to the belief that I may not see Tool live. I've been up since 5am preping for this shit.
They will come around again and there will be more tix next time.
The floor will sell out fast however.

[Madrid]

Guys, I made us all a rap.

http://www.myspace.com/mydemocraticrepublic

Check out my songs to the right - it's labeled "Tickets"

I just made it for all of us. Enjoy guys.

[KJM]

Ok. I don't know who still has tickets and who doesn't. I got fucked because I had to be on a plane when tickets went on sale.

IF SOMEONE HAS JUST ONE TICKET, PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF GOD PM ME.

[Candy Bars]

I had 6 friends trying to buy tickets for me. No luck. Lame. Oh well, at least I'll get to see them in the Forum (or some other giant place) in LA with a million moshing high schoolers who have no idea what they're listening to.

[Candy Bars]

P.S. (I need a ticket).

[Wingedson]

I am looking for a single ticket, any seating location. I can pay up to about 100 dollars, cant really afford more than that, please pm me or AIM me MTATHRARSI, or email me @ [email protected]

[KJM]

no one is suppose to be charging more than ticket value here.

[Wingedson]

no one is suppose to be charging more than ticket value here.


That would be sweet, face value!

[Madrid]

Well, whoever hooks me up with a ticket - I'll take em to lunch at Boudins in San Francisco the day of. Sucks too, even if I'm from the LA area - I love the Oakland crowd, the nicest people.

[Feitiço]

Well done on the rap Madrid, I enjoyed it, kinda wanted to add it to my profffiiiiiiileeeeeeeeeeee, but not able.


yahhhhhhhhp

www.myspace.com/causesexualthought

[Futzy]

hey Feitico nice to see another person from santa cruz. PS anyone got an extra ticket?

[AMF]

Yeah, I like most of you got screwed by the Ticketmaster fiasco yesterday, and am looking for a pair of tix as well. Only 16 years old, die-hard Tool fan not like one of those trendy teeny-boppers you might imagine younger Tool fans being, I even saw them on the Lateralus tour when I was 12 and I LOVE these guys\m/ Anyone willing to help me out PLEASE send me a private message as soon as possible. Thank you.

[evrenseven]

As much as we despise the trade of scalping tickets, scalping is a legitimate business. Scalpers have gone to great expense to set up ways to obtain tickets and then resell them at a value the public is willing to pay. It's not illegal, and depending on who you talk to it may or may not be immoral.

In Florida, ticket scapling has expressly been legislated against. I believe tickets can't be resold for more than one dollar over face value.

Write your congressman, Californians.

[jkarp]

Does anyone here want to go in half on a 2 ticket sale from ebay or something with me? I only need one ticket but most of the auctions are for 2. I want to be in the single letter seats on the floor.

Email me if you would like to try and work something out.

[email protected]

thanks... josh

[Madrid]

As much as we despise the trade of scalping tickets, scalping is a legitimate business. Scalpers have gone to great expense to set up ways to obtain tickets and then resell them at a value the public is willing to pay. It's not illegal, and depending on who you talk to it may or may not be immoral.

In Florida, ticket scapling has expressly been legislated against. I believe tickets can't be resold for more than one dollar over face value.

Write your congressman, Californians.

I am going to reply to this post in "Interact/social"

That's a big issue to bring up.

[Agenda]

I still have my EXTRA ticket. Before I get more dumb pms about selling the ticket for more then face value. Because its dick, or saying I'm an asshole. I never said I wanted anything more then face value. To the guys that want to go with more then one person. sorry I only have one extra. All I'm looking for is a ride to the show and back to my house. My car blew up awhile ago. So anyways pm me and we'll work something out

[livid star]

This is probably not the best place to ask this question given its pointlessness, however, after much consideration I have decided to post it anyway.

Does anyone think Maynard will try to hawk his wine in the merchandise stand for the tour? Would anyone buy it?

[Wingedson]

Okay, I got the lady a ticket, now I need one for myself. Anyone have any tickets in any seat for the Oakland show, please email me. [email protected]

[tommy]

these are the seats I got...about after 7-8 frantic refreshes on ticketmaster

Full Price Ticket BALC P 122 - 124

STAIR ACCESS ONLY TO THIS SECTION (NO ELEVATOR)
Balcony Rear [Last 10 Rows of Balcony]
Balcony [Elevated Off Floor Level]

Does anyone know if I'll be able to get on the floor? Or will I have to sit in the balcony?



wow. hmmm lessee.... will u be able to get on the floor or have to sit IN UR SEAT THAT U GOT A TICKET FOR. I dunno but Im glad now I wasnt able to get tickets or I might be losing sleep like you over wether I get to see the show from the floor or my balcony seat. PHEW!

[KJM]

I have an EXTRA TICKET!!!! I have 4 total.

pm me and we'll work out something...



I need a ticket? =( lol

[UrQuattro]

In Need of a Miracle. Hey, so i need a couple tickets to this concert. I'll do whatever it takes to make it worth your while... hehe...

and, um... cute women... im a hot guy - blue eyes, dark blonde hair, 6'2", 185lbs, drive a sports car... and i will be more than happy to do you a favor by taking you to the concert if you dont have a date... and if you do already have a date, im more than willing to take you anyway... it is the least i could do to say thank you for the ticket...

http://www.myspace.com/mswmswmsw

Puhleeze help a brotha out. I live in SF... born and raised here... and yeah, if ya only have one, im fine with that too... two is preferable, of course... danke

[Th1_rhs13]

Tool fans are willing to sell themselves for tickts. That's funny.

[spacement]

I still have my EXTRA ticket. Before I get more dumb pms about selling the ticket for more then face value. Because its dick, or saying I'm an asshole. I never said I wanted anything more then face value. To the guys that want to go with more then one person. sorry I only have one extra. All I'm looking for is a ride to the show and back to my house. My car blew up awhile ago. So anyways pm me and we'll work something out

Not sure where you live but the 19th street BART station is a block from the Paramount. Makes it real easy to get there if you live anywhere near a BART station.

[chickenweasel]

Not sure where you live but the 19th street BART station is a block from the Paramount. Makes it real easy to get there if you live anywhere near a BART station.

I rarely leave the city so I forget that I live 3 blocks from BART. Convenience is cool.

[Sir Loin IV]

Hope you guys all get tickets...and won't have to sell your livers to do so. My buddy and I had our friends try their hardest to get as many tix away from the fucking scalpers as possible. But out of 15 or so people...we ended up with practically nothing. I hope the band's aware of the fucking crimes committed against their fans.

Best of luck to all of you

[Wingedson]

I bet the band scans these forums incognito. They know the scalpers are ruining the chance for many loyal fans to see them live in a dream location like the small, personal venues these shows are at. There really isnt a lot they can do about at this point. Possibly in the future they can change their method of distributing tickets and work something out where the brokers cant by so damn many.

[DomisInnerChild]

So did Ticketmasters really have a lottery system? Just for future reference because I saw so much about only the morons would camp out. The Wherehouse I went to printed out tickets as fast as they could (got 20) and gave them to the first ten people in line that had cash (everybody did). Really sucked because I got up at 6:30 am to get the breaks done on my car (which is an amazing statment from me, noon is early on Sunday), if I knew it wasn't going to be a lotto I would have gotten there sooner.

[godhenry]

Damn my eyes!

http://img250.imageshack.us/img250/899/tool0504paramount5xp.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

see you all there. to those who got screwed by the scalpers, my heart goes to you and I'll channel some TOOL energy out of Paramount on 05/04 to y'all TOOL fans in the greater Bay Area!

[vedhead]

I just wish the band was getting the exorbitant amount of cash I had to throw down...

[Th1_rhs13]

Enjoy it, guys.

[chickenweasel]

For those that have never been to the Paramount in Oakland, here are some great photos: http://www.fototime.com/inv/3A0B10D6D2770C2
(Not my pics. It's a photoblogger's collection of the theatre).

[godhenry]

For those that have never been to the Paramount in Oakland, here are some great photos: http://www.fototime.com/inv/3A0B10D6D2770C2
(Not my pics. It's a photoblogger's collection of the theatre).
good post. Sweet thanks!

[balce]

Tool fans are willing to sell themselves for tickts. That's funny.

Anyone happened to check out the Morning Music Co-Op on Live 105 this morning? This week they are giving chances for people to win tickets to the show and this morning they aired a fan who stood on top of his car outside the station, dressed and sang like Maynard to try to get tickets to this show! It was great.

The DJs also mentioned how yesterday, a girl dared herself to eat placenta (ew) as a way to get tickets to this show. Wow.

Wonder if these folks are registered here...? I'm interested in knowing the outcome...

[chickenweasel]

...a girl dared herself to eat placenta (ew) as a way to get tickets to this show...

damn. it just occurred to me that there's a whole world of things i wouldn't do to go see TOOL. And here I thought I was dedicated!

[vedhead]

speaking of eating placenta, anybody ever see a family of Eskimos eat a seal?
HOLY SHIT. They eat EVERYTHING. RAW. They cut that shit open on the floor and the whole family goes to work.
If that chick was Eskimo, she should be disqualified.

*Sorry if this post offends Eskimos...but, it is true*

[Agenda]

My extra is now offically GONE. Best of luck to the rest of you on getting tickets. If you haven't already checked it, Ticketstub.com has the best deals I've seen. Anyways does anyone wanna meet up before or after the show

[oneredflag]

I think I am gonna take bart from pleasanton
It is just to east to take bart than bother with traffic!
Where is every one else who is going coming from?

[chickenweasel]

I live in san francisco and i'm taking bart. i live 3 blocks from the station (16th/mission) so it's a quick walk for me.

[livid star]

I am driving in from San Jose. I have never been to Oakland. I am leaving work at 5, I figure that gives me plenty of time to get lost or mugged and still make it to the show on time.

It's been mentioned before, but I totally think we should all hang out before or after the show. Lets get some organization amongst us all!

[oneredflag]

any one know if they sell drinks at the paramount?

(they did at the paramount in Seattle)

[chickenweasel]

any one know if they sell drinks at the paramount?

(they did at the paramount in Seattle)
THIS is what I'm talking about.
Looking at the Paramount (not seattle's) website, there doesn't appear to be any kind of lounge/bar there. I'm from SF so I don't know anything much about downtown oakland so I don't know if there's a bar on that block.

anybody?

[spacement]

Yes they do serve drinks at the Paramount in Oakland. the bar is located on the level below the lobby. Be forwarned they do not take credit cards, there is no ATM in the Paramount and there is no "in's or out's". I learned the hard last week when between four of us we only had enough money to buy two beers ($5 each by the way).

Also the drink lines move very slowwwwwww. And you can't take drinks back to your seat unless it is water. They didn't even search us going into the David Gilmour concert (hint, hint for you tapers) although I'm not sure if they will be harder on us Tool fans. Someone had mentioned the lax searches about the first night of Gilmour, so knowing that I bought my own water with me. I just wish I had bought some more money for beer. The do take credit cards at the merch table just not at the bar. go figure.

[spacement]

I live in san francisco and i'm taking bart. i live 3 blocks from the station (16th/mission) so it's a quick walk for me.

I would highly recommend anyone that can take BART do so. The 19th Street station lets you off at 19th & Broadway. The Paramount is on 20th & Broadway. It's a short trip from almost any direction and it's better than parking your car in that neighborhood.

[Wingedson]

If anyone of you can please tape this show. Whether or not I end up there or not I would love a recording. During the Lateralus tour, I saw them in Berkeley at a great small venue. My friend tied his digital camera to his drawstring and dangled the camera between his legs right against his balls, he got patted up to no end and nothing was found. A hint for anyone bringing a camera or recording device.

[Madrid]

Tickets? Anybody?

[Speaker4TheDead]

I think I am gonna take bart from pleasanton
It is just to east to take bart than bother with traffic!
Where is every one else who is going coming from?

I'll probably take the BART from Pleasanton as well, coming from Stockton. I'll be there by around 5PM.

I just hope I'll be able to get a parking space at the station.

[Agenda]

I'll probably take the BART from Pleasanton as well, coming from Stockton. I'll be there by around 5PM.

I just hope I'll be able to get a parking space at the station.

I myself am coming from the foothills a little town called penn valley I'm 2 and half hours outside oakland

[oneredflag]

I'll probably take the BART from Pleasanton as well, coming from Stockton. I'll be there by around 5PM.

I just hope I'll be able to get a parking space at the station.

Should be parking. I very close to ptown bart I'll scout it out.
for the 5ish time slot.

[dub925]

Does anyone know who's opening yet? Im guessing there is an opening band, cause it starts at 7:30 and the rest of the "mini tour" shows start later.

[jagshemesh]

Does anyone have 1-2 extra tickets? I've been looking all week and can't afford much more than 100 per ticket. I can trade you a shitload of videogames (I know this is weak but I work for a game publisher) in addition. Any help would be amazing.

[your_halo]

Anyone know where to park? Is there a parking structure around?
TailGate anyone? BBQ, Smoke, Drink? I'll get into Oakland around 4pm.

Got lucky, and we'll be seeing TOOL for the 5th time... can't freakin' wait.... hoot, hoot!

[livid star]

Is anyone planning to go to this show on some sort of mind-altering substance?

[spacement]

Is anyone planning to go to this show on some sort of mind-altering substance?

Whoever does will enjoy the detail of the theater very much. Especially the angel on the ceiling that looks like it's flying above the stage and the lobby entrance from the inside is incredible. For those in altered and unaltered states enjoy the show.

[vedhead]

has anyone smoked in here before? Or know how strict they are? I mean, I gotta light one up for The Pot.

[honky]

has anyone smoked in here before? Or know how strict they are? I mean, I gotta light one up for The Pot.

Yeah I've smoked in there before. I saw some others doing the same. However, I was buried in the middle of a section. This time I have row AA, exposing me and putting me right out in the open. I don't think I want to get kicked out oif a show like this over smoking.

This place is nice. Flash light toting ushers in suits taking you to your seat type shit.

[spacement]

has anyone smoked in here before? Or know how strict they are? I mean, I gotta light one up for The Pot.

Lots of California kind being lit up the minute David Gilmour hit the stage. I haven't smoked in years but still enjoy the smell, although I did leave that night with a major contact high.

[livid star]

Is it even worth trying to sneak in some weed? Beside the fact that they may catch it going through security, will you be caught, definitely, while smoking??

I mean, I plan to blaze before walking in, thats not the problem. It would just be great to enjoy a blunt while they're playing.

What are your thoughts? Should I even bother with shoving blunts in my underwear?

You know what, the risks are as great as any other indoor show I suppose. I just didn't want to have to bend down and miss the show... wahh wahh wahh.

[spacement]

Is it even worth trying to sneak in some weed? Beside the fact that they may catch it going through security, will you be caught, definitely, while smoking??

I mean, I plan to blaze before walking in, thats not the problem. It would just be great to enjoy a blunt while they're playing.

What are your thoughts? Should I even bother with shoving blunts in my underwear?

You know what, the risks are as great as any other indoor show I suppose. I just didn't want to have to bend down and miss the show... wahh wahh wahh.

There wasn't even a search at the David Gilmour show for both nights. I walked in with a water bottle in my pocket with no problem. You potheads are way too paranoid ;-) That's half the reason I quit smoking the stuff. As soon as he hit the stage people were blazing right and left. So think what you will.

But seriously the best sounding Gilmour show I've heard from his current tour was recorded at the Paramount. Someone got some serious equipment through the doors to record it. It's a great theater, the people there were very laid back, it's a block from BART. Just remember there is no ATM in the theater and the bar doesn't take credit cards, so bring plenty of beer money. Enjoy the show, I know I will!

[chickenweasel]

Damn. I'm getting really excited for this show. Leaving shortly for Coachella which will be awesome, for sure, but this show is going to be wonderful.

[your_halo]

Will parking be expensive- there is a parking lot across the street which is norm $2-

[vedhead]

Well sonofabitch, i figured that since it was such a nice place, they wouldnt have any smoking inside...I was asked to leave the Sac Memorial Auditorium for puffing...although i talked my way back in. If the ushers look the other way, I'll be rolling up a few phatties, and dont worry, I'll pass em as far as they can go.

[NowisMytimE]

Anyone in the nosebleeds w/ pot PM me, im going w/ my gf so i need to be REAL intoxicated

[livid star]

Anyone in the nosebleeds w/ pot PM me, im going w/ my gf so i need to be REAL intoxicated

You should tell her to stay home and sell the ticket to a real Tool fan. I might share my weed if I am high enough (normally I am very greedy and selfish).

[Madrid]

ok...ok.... anybody spare tickets for just lil ol me?

[Agenda]

Alright so whose going? Lets figure that out. Just post that your going.
Us tdn kids should hangout.

[Wingedson]

well, I'll be seeing you there, got my ticket off ebay finally..paid 175 :( but wtf its well worth it. I have a feeling Tool won't be touring a whole lot more after this one is over, just a feeling.

[godhenry]

Seat intelligence/advice needed.

I've been to the Paramount a couple of times, but every time I was on the balcony. Luckily this time, I will get to be in the orch. Also I'm going with my friends and they've got orch seats too, and they'll let me choose where I want to sit between these two pairs of tickets we have (sorry, really don't mean to rub this into people's faces. it's a complete innocent question). So which one would have a better view: Orch M 10/12 or Orch KK 110/112. Can anyone who's familiar with the venue give me some advice here?

Thanks!

Oakland Paramount Seating Chart (http://www.ticketmaster.com/seatingchart/229485/5045/)

[livid star]

Alright so whose going? Lets figure that out. Just post that your going.
Us tdn kids should hangout.
I am going! I agree 100% about all of us gathering pre/post show!

[oneredflag]

Seat intelligence/advice needed.

I've been to the Paramount a couple of times, but every time I was on the balcony. Luckily this time, I will get to be in the orch. Also I'm going with my friends and they've got orch seats too, and they'll let me choose where I want to sit between these two pairs of tickets we have (sorry, really don't mean to rub this into people's faces. it's a complete innocent question). So which one would have a better view: Orch M 10/12 or Orch KK 110/112. Can anyone who's familiar with the venue give me some advice here?

Thanks!

Oakland Paramount Seating Chart (http://www.ticketmaster.com/seatingchart/229485/5045/)

How is the view from the balcony? That is where Ill be?

[oneredflag]

I am going! I agree 100% about all of us gathering pre/post show!
Beers @ the paramount?

[Agenda]

Beers @ the paramount?


being 19 is gay.

[spacement]

Beers @ the paramount?

$5 a beer and bring cash because they don't take credit cards and there is no ATM in the building.

The view from the lower balcony is probably better than most of the orch seats unless you're right up front.

[godhenry]

$5 a beer and bring cash because they don't take credit cards and there is no ATM in the building.

The view from the lower balcony is probably better than most of the orch seats unless you're right up front.

but the sound?

I was at the lower balcony last time i was there for Dead Can Dance, I could barely hear anything. But then again, it was DCD after all... ;)

[honky]

the golden bull (local dive bar) has $1 PBR. only about 2 blocks away, right off broadway. seems like a good meet up spot!

and to everyone worried about seeing from the top, there isn't really a bad seat in the house. this is an old theater that was designed before 200' video screens came around. sure you can see better on the floor, but its not like sitting on the grass at shoreline or anything.

[spacement]

but the sound?

I was at the lower balcony last time i was there for Dead Can Dance, I could barely hear anything. But then again, it was DCD after all... ;)

I was in the 3rd row of the lower balcony to the side for David Gilmour and the sound was really good. Very loud but really good. Thin I've found with most shows at theaters with a balcony. You are better off sitting in the balcony for the sound as opposed to sitting under the balcony. If you are in front of the balcony in the orch the sound is fine. but once you get too far under the balcony the sound tends to get a bit muted. I know that's the case at the Warfield.

[platypusLisa72]

Try MR. TICKET we were lucky enough to know folks there (husband's connection) so by some small miracle (AND OVER $1000.00 LATER for both tix) we will be sitting in the 3rd row center on the main floor. TRY MR. TICKET! we also decided not to drive or deal with public transp. and i think/hope confirmed on a stretch to take us there and back home. (maybe somebody can "hitch a ride" back with us (Sunset district) either way please say hello, do a chicken dance, flash your ink, whatever you like to "show your Forum colors". Drinks sound great! How early are most of ou planning to get there???
oh my god! it's 2 days away... can anyone concentrate on work (i cant) oh god, in fact i think i've just peed on myself....see you all there, be safe (of shit it's gonna be great) PS: i'll be the freak uncontrolabley screaming "we've missed you" to THE DUDES!!!! see ya in 2 days! LISA K.S.

[Agenda]

This is some cool shit. I'm excited as fuck! So am I the only one under 21 going? This will be my 9th TOOL show.

[lockdown12]

Yes, I am among the many who will not be seeing this show, unless I can shell out hundreds of dollars for tickets. I will do no such thing, even though I'd much rather see Tool at the Paramount than the Whoreline. If anyone has any tickets they'd like to sell me at a reasonable price, please respond or send me an email.

whine over.

[oneredflag]

I am planning on getting there 5:30 or so.
I am taking my brother, who is 1 month from 21 so I will most likely just tip a pint or two @ the theater. It is also my bros first concert, what a way to start your concert career.

[AMF]

This is some cool shit. I'm excited as fuck! So am I the only one under 21 going? This will be my 9th TOOL show.

Nope;) I'm 16, will be my 2nd\m/

[Agenda]

So we can expect The pot Vicarious and Jambi perhaps Right in two as everthing else on 10k days has heavy digital stuff going on.

[livid star]

So for those of us who want to meet up, we need to get the plan forming.

WHO? WHEN? WHERE?

Come on people, the clock is ticking.

[your_halo]

US, that bar.... bull something, before the show/after?

[livid star]

I think after the show might be better, eh?

We need recommendations of bars in the area. I am clueless in that department.

[Cold Fluorescence]

Anyone still looking for a ticket? I have one extra for face value.

[honky]

The Golden Bull is at 412 14th. (on the the corner of Broadway, but facing 14th). Paramount is at about 20th on Broadway... I guess that makes it roughly 6 blocks... Maybe a little too far? What does everyone think?

You can't beat $1 PBR !!

Well you can, but we will go do that right after.

[seantanu]

Anyone still looking for a ticket? I have one extra for face value.
I pm'ed you! Hope I'm first...

[Th1_rhs13]

Anyone still looking for a ticket? I have one extra for face value.

If my bike sale doesn't go through I'll pm you.

[Agenda]

I think a post show get together would be best. lets figure this out people. Does anybody know whats near the paramount?

[your_halo]

on the other end of the block from the Paramount there is Luka's Taproom & Lounge, 2221 broadway- never been there, but found it on Yahoo maps under nightclubs.....

[chickenweasel]

Are you all going to look at tonight's set list (Seattle show) once the reviews start showing up? I figure it's quite possible that the sets will be similar (not necessarily the same though) so I'm going to hold off on looking until after "our" show on the 4th. I want maximum surprise/excitement.

[honky]

Lukas does some ads in the newspaper I work for. I will get some info on that spot ASAP.

Oh yes and I just picked up my tix from the post office... I must say a large deal of stress was just lifted off my shoulders. No more getting lost in the mail, or mishaps. I;m in.

[platypusLisa72]

The Golden Bull is at 412 14th. (on the the corner of Broadway, but facing 14th). Paramount is at about 20th on Broadway... I guess that makes it roughly 6 blocks... Maybe a little too far? What does everyone think?

You can't beat $1 PBR !!

Well you can, but we will go do that right after.

**
i think that it would be less stressful for a lot of folks to meet up and party after the show. We can all meet up ie:"left side of enterence if facing toward street", know what i mean?
Also, i imagine Paramount employees would know where to party close by (i hope) What time do you think the show will be over?
(an impossible dream: we all start to chant something like 'post--show--drinks--with--us--at-------NameOfThatBaaaar' **sung like the "this ground s not the rock i thought it would be**, AND THEY'D SHOW UP!)
SORRY, I'M JUST DAYDREAMING WHILE AT WORK AGAIN (and listening to the new album)aahhh!
so here some of the close by places:


theatre is at 2025 Broadway
0.09 mi | Rating 8.4 Luka's Taproom & Lounge
0.09 mi | Rating 9.0 Luka's Taproom & Lounge
0.15 mi | Rating 8.4 Ms Ivy's Cocktail Lounge & RES
0.18 mi | Rating 8.4 Cabel's Reef
0.21 mi | Rating 7.1 At Seventeenth
0.21 mi | Rating 8.6 19th Street Station
0.21 mi | Rating 7.0 Cafe Van Kleef
0.24 mi | Rating 9.8 Stork Club
0.26 mi | Rating 9.1 Sweet Jimmie's

[honky]

**
i think that it would be less stressful for a lot of folks to meet up and party after the show. We can all meet up ie:"left side of enterence if facing toward street", know what i mean?
Also, i imagine Paramount employees would know where to party close by (i hope) What time do you think the show will be over?
(an impossible dream: we all start to chant something like 'post--show--drinks--with--us--at-------NameOfThatBaaaar' **sung like the "this ground s not the rock i thought it would be**, AND THEY'D SHOW UP!)
SORRY, I'M JUST DAYDREAMING WHILE AT WORK AGAIN (and listening to the new album)aahhh!

Well after it is then. I don't think I'll make it after though.

Any word ona possible opener? The ticket doesnt say anything, but 7:30 just seems so early...

[Sergio]

Anyone have an extra ticket they are willing to part with? I would LOVE to go on Thursday.

[livid star]

Ok so I say lets plan to meet at Luka's after the show!

I will need someone to walk there with me though, cause I will be so lost.
How much is it to park at/near the Paramount?