Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
Yeah, I guess it does. It's actually a retailer of TV's, furniture, etc in the area. I'm guessing Big Sandy comes from the Big Sandy river. But yeah, it's a pretty ridiculous name. Maybe Maynard will crack some jokes about it when they come to town.
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
I'm goin. I'm so stoked, i missed them the last time around, had my tonsils taken out. That name blows, as if it wasn't hard enough to get good shows in town
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Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
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I'll be there. I'm really surprised they are returning since the reception for them last time was pretty embarassing.
/also thinks big sandy is a dumb name
Well it sold well, so I'd say that's more important that anything. I actually thought the reaction during the show last time was fine, but I heard a lot of poor reviews from people afterward. I think people wanted a lot more Undertow and Aenima. Personally, I loved it.
Any 7/7/07 predictions? I'm thinking Opiate just might have to show up that night. Or hoping at least.
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
I dont think there will be a reapeat of last time as long as Tomahawk isn't going to be there.
I'm as open minded as anyone about music, but the "music" they were trying to establish that night was really bad. I don't know if it was the Arena or the equipment or what, but narly distortion just doesnt go over well when you are waiting on Tool. The redneck jokes didnt help either.
I wish i could go to this, but I've moved to FL since the last concert. As much as the name sucks, i love small venues and loved it the last time they were at the Civic Arena. Hope this time kicks ass for you guys.
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Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
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Originally Posted by ballman17
I dont think there will be a reapeat of last time as long as Tomahawk isn't going to be there.
I'm as open minded as anyone about music, but the "music" they were trying to establish that night was really bad. I don't know if it was the Arena or the equipment or what, but narly distortion just doesnt go over well when you are waiting on Tool. The redneck jokes didnt help either.
I wish i could go to this, but I've moved to FL since the last concert. As much as the name sucks, i love small venues and loved it the last time they were at the Civic Arena. Hope this time kicks ass for you guys.
Tomahawk was great, I don't know what everyone's problem was. As for the redneck jokes, I personally didn't take offense because I'm not a redneck. I thought it was hilarious so many people got up in arms about it.
As for wanting Aenima and 46 & 2, you're not asking for much. They play both every night. Personally I'm hoping for some Pushit, Swamp Song, Third Eye. Something a little more unconventional.
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
I am with everyone else about the stupid name.... we seem to have a lot of those. (Monkey Bar)
I will be seeing them in Huntington again and I can't wait. I also have tickets to the Cincinnati show the week before.
I think the fact that they are comming back to Huntington is amazing. I thought they would never play here again. It is our chance to redeem ourselves... though I wasn't one of those redneck assholes booing Tomahawk that night.
-My "ideal" setlist-
Sober
Stinkfist
H
Jimmy
The Grudge
4degrees
Eulogy
Parabola
Vicarious
Pushit
Aenima
Lateralis
But that wont happen... but I don't really care. I'm happy to see them again.
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
I saw Tool at this arena in 02. I thought the show was amazing and I am surprised they are coming back. I am really looking forward to this 1. 20 min from my house. Venue is small-maybe 5000 seats. I had GA floor seats last time around(and this time as well) and it was awesome. Crowd was lame but Tool was on. I hope they get a better reception this time around. Anyone from Tool Army wanna meet up?
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
I will never understand why this venue has a hard time selling tickets. Maybe as time goes by more tickets will sell but they still have floor tickets on Ticketmaster.
Why does nobody want to travel to this show?
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
Im comming down from Clarksburg (WV) for the show, just around 3hrs. I also saw them in 2002, I believe Fanotmas opened up, a handful of ppl in the venue and myself had any idea about them, the others threw stuff and just wanted Tool to come out, they had no idea that Mike Patton blessed them. If anyone recalls, Maynard turned his back to the crowd for the whole show, I even believe he did that at the end when the band hugged. Memories.
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
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Im comming down from Clarksburg (WV) for the show, just around 3hrs. I also saw them in 2002, I believe Fanotmas opened up, a handful of ppl in the venue and myself had any idea about them, the others threw stuff and just wanted Tool to come out, they had no idea that Mike Patton blessed them. If anyone recalls, Maynard turned his back to the crowd for the whole show, I even believe he did that at the end when the band hugged. Memories.
Mike Patton's other band Tomahawk opened for Tool.
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
You are correct, I got my opening bands mixed up, Fantomas did open for Tool but it was Tomahawk in Huntington ( just referred to my ticket stub ), thanks.
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
thier genre is Japanoise. Huntington will take them apart and Maynard will be pissed again. The rednecks are gonna fuck this up for us again aren't they?
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Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
small venue with quality reserved seat and GA floor tickets still available? stop tempting me! i may have to make that 6 hr drive but we shall see. the possibility of having a ticket stub with 'Big Sandy Superstore Arena' on it is just an added bonus.
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
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small venue with quality reserved seat and GA floor tickets still available? stop tempting me! i may have to make that 6 hr drive but we shall see. the possibility of having a ticket stub with 'Big Sandy Superstore Arena' on it is just an added bonus.
There are still great seats available. I think part of the problem is that we never get shows here and they rarely sell out, so a lot of people just wait to get their tickets. I have at least 6 friends who are definitely going but still haven't bought tickets. Their loss and your gain if you ask me.
Oh, and besides, this is a very small arena, not a bad seat in the place really. Come on up, we'd love to have visitors. It's on a Saturday too people!
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
I know a lot of people that constantly complain about how it is too far to travel to see some bands but when a group like Tool comes to town, they don't go anyway. We really do need more support from the people in this area if we want to get more shows around here.
You are right about the arena, not a bad seat in the house.
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
Bought my ticket (floor) and got my hotel room right across from the arena today. Driving 7 hours up from Durham NC and I cant wait. Seen them in Wiston-Salem for the 8th time last week, great fuckin show!!! I could see them a thousand more times and it still wouldnt be enough. The only other time Ive been to West Virginia was to go see Pantera and Slayer at the same place back in 2001 when it was the civic center. I remember it being very small. RIP DIME
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
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Bought my ticket (floor) and got my hotel room right across from the arena today. Driving 7 hours up from Durham NC and I cant wait. Seen them in Wiston-Salem for the 8th time last week, great fuckin show!!! I could see them a thousand more times and it still wouldnt be enough. The only other time Ive been to West Virginia was to go see Pantera and Slayer at the same place back in 2001 when it was the civic center. I remember it being very small. RIP DIME
OH shit, you made it for a great show. Along with the 02 Tool show that was definitely one of H-town's finer concert moments.
And InsideTheOutside20, you are absolutely right. People need to get off their asses and go out when we actually do get a decent show around here. I'll be ashamed if there's no turnout for it when you know Nickelback could probably come through and sell it out.
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
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Originally Posted by Jambi77e
Bought my ticket (floor) and got my hotel room right across from the arena today. Driving 7 hours up from Durham NC and I cant wait. Seen them in Wiston-Salem for the 8th time last week, great fuckin show!!! I could see them a thousand more times and it still wouldnt be enough. The only other time Ive been to West Virginia was to go see Pantera and Slayer at the same place back in 2001 when it was the civic center. I remember it being very small. RIP DIME
I had tickets to that show but was forced to sell them and then the person who I sold them to didn't wake up in time to go....
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
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OH shit, you made it for a great show. Along with the 02 Tool show that was definitely one of H-town's finer concert moments.
And InsideTheOutside20, you are absolutely right. People need to get off their asses and go out when we actually do get a decent show around here. I'll be ashamed if there's no turnout for it when you know Nickelback could probably come through and sell it out.
Seriously, I saw Chimaira at the monkey bar and I was surprised at how many people didn't go to see them that night.
Oh, Big Business is opening for Tool in Huntington...
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
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8 hours from Durham? WHAT? I saw 8 hours from Jacksonville. Do you drive like a granny?
I said 7 hours and yes I drive slow. I like to smoke a little and the last thing I need to do is to be driving 100mph to a place that aint goin no where. It took me a little over 6 hours to get there in 01 to see Pantera.
Re: 2007/07/07 - Huntington, WV - Big Sandy Superstore Arena
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I had tickets to that show but was forced to sell them and then the person who I sold them to didn't wake up in time to go....
I was pissed. Now I'll Never get to see Pantera.That fuckin sucks. I had to make the trip. Heard they were having problems and probably wasnt goin to tour any more. That was the last of four times I seen them. Lookin back it was worth the trip.