Exactly! I was thinking of you guys, Flojo, etc...when I said that. We KNOW that fans come from Europe and the UK, because they're our friends on the Border!
Re: If the Eagles were to 'set up residency' somewhere, where?
Exactly! I was thinking of you guys, Flojo, etc...when I said that. We KNOW that fans come from Europe and the UK, because they're our friends on the Border!
Re: If the Eagles were to 'set up residency' somewhere, where?
If the guys don't have the desire to tour at this point, then I guess setting up residency in several cities is the next best thing. I agree that L.A., Vegas, and NYC are good bets, and some of the other cities that cynd mentioned would also make good choices.
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Re: If the Eagles were to 'set up residency' somewhere, where?
Logistically speaking for the fan base, covering both coasts and some key cities in-between would still result in sold-out arenas. But it begs the question of whether limited 'gates' would make it worth their while because of the cost of taking their show on the road.Originally Posted by cynd1231
I point out again that Don still has Cass County to release and promote which could account for the fact that there are no further band dates being announced at this point in time. Timothy and Joe manage to keep themselves busy when the band isn't in full swing and I would bet that Glenn is looking forward to catching some Knicks and Lakers games before the basketball season rolls into the playoffs. AND there is the rumored Broadway production that could be requiring their attention as well.
They're all still going strong and I, for one, don't think that any of them are - to borrow a phrase from Timothy - 'ready for the rocking chair'.
I just need a little downtime.........
Re: If the Eagles were to 'set up residency' somewhere, where?
This is an article about Billy Joel and his residency at MSG. He mentions Don as a bit of a blurb halfway through, and I assumed it was about him singing one of Don's songs. The end of the article, though, made me wonder just what friends might show up next Wednesday? Even if Don never makes a guest appearance during one of Billy's shows, I thought it an interesting read about the concept of a residency at a large arena.
http://www.newsday.com/entertainment...ncy-1.10569599
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Re: If the Eagles were to 'set up residency' somewhere, where?
It does sound like Henley could be a guest. Or was Billy just saying that rhetorically?
OT: BJ is an expectant father at 66?! Ay yi yi.
Re: If the Eagles were to 'set up residency' somewhere, where?
Maybe Henley will show!
This kind of helped me understand why these older artists keep doing what they do until these ripe old ages! I had struggled with why. Money? Surely they have enough to live very, very well for the rest of their lives and their kids and grandkids too! They don't need any more money. Don't they get sick of touring? This kind of thing makes it a lot easier. He will play once a week and go home! Huge! He doesn't have to record new music, people want to hear what he's already done!
Plus, I guess they just love performing for performings sake.
But, the Eagles didn't act like they loved doing it. With all their struggles with each other it seemed they couldn't wait to get a show over with and get away from each other. They are different than Billy though because he is the boss and the front man. His band works for him. The Eagles were a band and started disliking each other. They actually act like they enjoy performing more now than they did say, during the Farewell 1 tour. Remember some of the time you could tell they just weren't glad to be there? I do!
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Re: If the Eagles were to 'set up residency' somewhere, where?
Quoting Brooke: "But, the Eagles didn't act like they loved doing it. With all their struggles with each other it seemed they couldn't wait to get a show over with and get away from each other."
I don't pick up a negative or jaded vibe from them when they're performing. They are pros and put on a great show. But of course, both Don and Glenn have been quoted saying that "we're tired of these songs" which makes you wonder why they go on - though I'm happy they do. Maybe it's for the challenge?
Re: If the Eagles were to 'set up residency' somewhere, where?
Can you have ever have too much money? I think they might definitely set up shop somewhere. Even if there's friction, you can tolerate a lot for a few hours semi-regularly when you're getting the kind of cash they'll take home. They don't even have to see each other outside of the performances (although that would be a shame).
I hate Vegas. Everything is overpriced and if you're not into gambling, what are you supposed to do? Plus, there's so many sleazy characters there. Walking down streets littered with ads for strip joints and dodging hustlers... ugh.
New York is a fun place to visit, but also very expensive if you want to stay anywhere near MSG.
Los Angeles is gorgeous and you can find cheaper places to stay near the venue.
So, out of those three, my vote is LA.
These other nine cities spoken of in the original article... what could they be??? Chicago is my kind of town, and of course I'd welcome anything within driving distance from Memphis (fat chance I know).
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Re: If the Eagles were to 'set up residency' somewhere, where?
Since I always do VIP, I'm not at all for MSG, since they have the state law that tickets have to given out right away, there's a lot of competition from scalpers, and I have no wish to pay to travel and pay expensive prices for crappy hotel, and have a crappy seat.
Vegas, I don't mind on a weekend like last fall, Columbus Day, but major weekends like Presidents Day and Memorial Day, the airfare and hotel prices are completely unreasonable. I don't gamble, but I have been known to allow myself an hour of entertainment by losing $30 on slots. Since I like sports, there's always a good game on a large TV somewhere, and that keeps me entertained. Especially if the teams are wearing Black and Gold.I can see why Vegas suits them, so many travel there, it's not like they're constantly relying on locals to fill seats.
LA was good, and I'd do that again, especially in winter.
I still have never been to Chicago, shame on me, it's only four or five hours away. I think Dallas is a likely candidate for a mini residency. Outside of LA and NY, I think Dallas has the third-most shows on the HOTE tour in the US. Since Don lives there it would be convenient for him, anyway. I'd go there to see them. I can't see them setting up shop in Boston or DC, because they barely went to either city for HOTE. Only two shows in DC, and considering it's the 4th largest city, two isn't very many in my opinion.
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Re: If the Eagles were to 'set up residency' somewhere, where?
Come to New York!
But I'm biased, I live here!
I haven't looked at hotel rates for here recently, but transit to the other boroughs can be easy, so stay in mine, Brooklyn!
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