Glenn at Queensland Performing Arts Center (QPAC), Brisbane Australia Feb. 21, 2013

[VAisForEagleLovers]

http://www.liveguide.com.au/Tours/773883/Glenn_Frey_Eagles_After_Hours_Australian_Tour?even t_id=794230

[Freypower]

OK, the link for that worked. Although this is a Thursday night, I will probably go to this. There are also two shows in New Zealand after the Australian tour, it says.

[Glennsallnighter]

Good look getting tickets for this one FP! I'm delighted for you that Glenn :heart: is finally getting 'down unda'. February and March will be a wonderful time for you.

Now, when we were kids we were always told that if you dug the garden deep enough you'd eventually reach ..... Australia!

Wheres that shovel gone............ I have 5 months to dig........

[Freypower]

GA, I shouldn't say so, but I wish you could come.

I think I wll be going to Brisbane, Melbourne & the two Sydney shows of course.

[Freypower]

I'm starting to get concerned about the Brisbane show. Ticketek is not selling it. Neither is Ticketmaster. Who is?

[zeldabjr]

I'm starting to get concerned about the Brisbane show. Ticketek is not selling it. Neither is Ticketmaster. Who is?

Is there a phone number available for the venue...maybe try calling them directly?

[Freypower]

I have sent the venue an enquiry. It isn't even listed on their own website.

[zeldabjr]

I have sent the venue an enquiry. It isn't even listed on their own website.

that is odd..but the one place I saw Timothy at this summer...his name didn't appear on their website until one month before the concert...so maybe it is the same kind of thing...I sent an email to this place too asking why his name isn't listed as being there on 6/6...and I never got a response!...Hope you have better luck FP!

[VAisForEagleLovers]

Good luck, FP! I know it's not bad info, he mentioned playing there on the 21st during one of the interviews yesterday!

ETA: FP, I just listened to the radio interview I posted again. At the end of the interview, they give a phone number to call for tickets.

[Freypower]

The enquiry to the venue said just to keep checking Ticketek.

[Freypower]

Which I did, and although I cannot find a seating map I have row AA in Section 17, and I think that is the front row.

[VAisForEagleLovers]

Which I did, and although I cannot find a seating map I have row AA in Section 17, and I think that is the front row.

Yay!! :blueblob:

[GlennLover]

Front row!!! Way to go, Julie! :yay::yay::yay: Wish I could be there with you!

[Freypower]

It is front row centre. I got to see the seating chart via Facebook.

[GlennLover]

Right on! Glad to hear that it is confirmed!!!! :blueblob:

[VAisForEagleLovers]

How can you even sit and type? I'd be bouncing off of walls!!!!!! Maybe you already did that...

[sodascouts]

FABULOUS!!!!!

:blueblob::blueblob::blueblob:

[Prettymaid]

Way to go, Julie!

[Freypower]

How can you even sit and type? I'd be bouncing off of walls!!!!!! Maybe you already did that...

Oh well, you know, laconic Aussie & all that.....

:rofl::shy: :drunk:

[zeldabjr]

so excited for you FP!

[EaglesKiwi]

How can you even sit and type? I'd be bouncing off of walls!!!!!! Maybe you already did that...
I am. Australia! And NEW ZEALAND!!!

See what happens when I stay away from the board for a couple of days? (last time I did that Glenn announced his first After Hours dates, and the time before was his Niagara Falls concerts!! :rofl:).

I was just thinking this morning that the refund from my George Michael tickets (his Australian show was cancelled on Sunday) could go into my Eagles concert fund... woohoo!

Much thinking to be do and waiting to hear dates and locations for New Zealand. Needless to say, there's one very excited Kiwi here. :blueblob:

[sodascouts]

I bet! This is going to be great!!

[Brooke]

Julie, front row! Awesome! :thumbsup:

EK, wonderful news for you, too! I'm sure you are so excited!

[Tiffanny Twisted]

glenn was great when we saw After Hours in MAy..I am so happy that his fans on the other side of the world get to see him too.:partytime:

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Way to go on getting that front row ticket, Julie! :thumbsup:

And EK, I hope you will get an opportunity to see Glenn when he tours New Zealand. I don't think you will be at all disappointed if you go to one or more shows. Crossing my fingers for you. :partytime:

[VAisForEagleLovers]

EK, rumor is two shows in NZ, but nothing has been announced yet.

[EaglesKiwi]

I'm waiting patiently... :lie:

Pretty much anywhere in New Zealand is doable (gotta love a small country sometimes - 2 hours flying top to bottom - IF you can get a direct flight!).

If he wasn't coming here I'd probably to Brisbane. Have thought about persuading hubby to do both, but "After Hours" isn't really his cup of tea so I don't think he'd want to go twice. He could just go in Brisbane though... hmmmm....

[Brooke]

EK, Glenn keeps saying in all these interviews that he's coming to NZ. Hang in there!

[Freypower]

I'm waiting patiently... :lie:

Pretty much anywhere in New Zealand is doable (gotta love a small country sometimes - 2 hours flying top to bottom - IF you can get a direct flight!).

If he wasn't coming here I'd probably to Brisbane. Have thought about persuading hubby to do both, but "After Hours" isn't really his cup of tea so I don't think he'd want to go twice. He could just go in Brisbane though... hmmmm....

I hope some NZ shows are announced but I'd love to meet you in Brisbane if you could do it. I would have thought at least Auckland & Wellington, if not Christchurch which is still rebuilding. Dunedin? Hamilton?

As for my own seat in Brisbane I could well have been the first person who booked. Once I had finished Sydney I went back to the site for whatever reason & suddenly Brisbane was showing. So I moved very quickly indeed.

I have to say it's a shame that GFAH.com & his Facebook page are lagging behind with the tour information.

[Tiffanny Twisted]

Wow you guys on that end of the world must be getting pretty siked.
Hope all have a great time and all get great seats.

Go Eagles....:computer:

[VAisForEagleLovers]

I have to say it's a shame that GFAH.com & his Facebook page are lagging behind with the tour information.

Neither his nor Joe's has posted about the new Eagles date in Vegas, either. They were both right on it for Atlantic City. In the email exchange a month or so again with the people that run the website, there seems to be a serious communication lag between his people and Grnd Ctrl (the people who operate the site).

[EaglesKiwi]

I hope some NZ shows are announced but I'd love to meet you in Brisbane if you could do it. I would have thought at least Auckland & Wellington, if not Christchurch which is still rebuilding. Dunedin? Hamilton?
I would assume he's looking for indoor venues for the After Hours format... the Christchurch Town Hall would have been wonderful, but unfortunately it's closed until at least the end of 2013.

Wherever Glenn goes, I will make at least one NZ show. I have family in Brisbane, so I won't be ruling that out, but can't really make a decision until I know what he's doing over this side of the ditch (hurry up and announce it already!).

[TimothyBFan]

Very excited about the front row ticket, FP. I'm trying to keep track of what's going on with these shows but I'm afraid I'm not keeping up very well. So how many shows does that make for you that you've gotten tickets for?

How about Kiwi? I'm assuming there's shows in you future also. And don't we have another from down under- Bram is it?

[Freypower]

I would assume he's looking for indoor venues for the After Hours format... the Christchurch Town Hall would have been wonderful, but unfortunately it's closed until at least the end of 2013.

Wherever Glenn goes, I will make at least one NZ show. I have family in Brisbane, so I won't be ruling that out, but can't really make a decision until I know what he's doing over this side of the ditch (hurry up and announce it already!).

The Perth show is outdoors.

[Freypower]

Very excited about the front row ticket, FP. I'm trying to keep track of what's going on with these shows but I'm afraid I'm not keeping up very well. So how many shows does that make for you that you've gotten tickets for?

How about Kiwi? I'm assuming there's shows in you future also. And don't we have another from down under- Bram is it?

I'm going to Brisbane, Melbourne & the two Sydney shows. I have front row centre in Brisbane, Row D on the right in Melbourne, Row D & Row B both centre in Sydney. I would have liked to go to Tamworth but it would take too much time as it's on a Tuesday night.

Remember that I have also seen Tim Minchin & Randy Newman with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra at the Opera House but this is going to be very special indeed.

I'm still trying to get my head around why he's doing this. He said on radio yesterday he doesn't make as much money when he tours solo. Well, surely he would make more money touring Europe than he would down here. I'm delighted, honoured & flattered because this is the FIRST proper solo tour here by ANY member of the Eagles. In 1988 Glenn was a guest of LRB (I was pleased when he mentioned that yesterday).

[EaglesKiwi]

The Perth show is outdoors.
Well that certainly opens up the possibilities. There are summer concerts in places like Taupo - middle of the north island, and people will drive from either Auckland or Wellington and make a weekend of it. Queenstown is also becoming popular, as it's a fantastic holiday destination in its own right. (Although I'm not sure where the nearest orchestra would be travelling from - probably Christchurch!).

I guess I'll just have to keep waiting patiently... :eyebrow:

[EaglesKiwi]

I'm still trying to get my head around why he's doing this. He said on radio yesterday he doesn't make as much money when he tours solo. Well, surely he would make more money touring Europe than he would down here. I'm delighted, honoured & flattered because this is the FIRST proper solo tour here by ANY member of the Eagles. In 1988 Glenn was a guest of LRB (I was pleased when he mentioned that yesterday).
It's always possible Glenn just knows he has some very devoted fans down under who can't all make it up to the northern hemisphere to see him. (And heck, when they do get up there it shows even more devotion!).

[zeldabjr]

Maybe he reads The Border! lol

[Freypower]

It's always possible Glenn just knows he has some very devoted fans down under who can't all make it up to the northern hemisphere to see him. (And heck, when they do get up there it shows even more devotion!).

He knew I was there at Niagara Falls. I was too far back for him to see me in LA.

This is it as far as I am concerned. This is all I ever wanted.

[Glennsallnighter]

Well I am so delighted for you FP, that you have this opportunity, and also that you have some very good seats. You really deserve all of this! HOW are you going to contain your excitement between now and the shows?

[Freypower]

Well I am so delighted for you FP, that you have this opportunity, and also that you have some very good seats. You really deserve all of this! HOW are you going to contain your excitement between now and the shows?

Well, it's five months away. I just tend to have short bursts of thinking about it. When I get the actual tickets in the mail that will be good. I don't even have to look at flights & hotels yet because it's a long way off (I have never flown from Brisbane to Melbourne before).

[Glennsallnighter]

Well you have plenty of time to plan anyway! Although sometimes doing things on the spur of the moment can work out incredibly well too! And the adrenaline rush is second to none!

[GlennLover]

Well, it's five months away. I just tend to have short bursts of thinking about it. When I get the actual tickets in the mail that will be good. I don't even have to look at flights & hotels yet because it's a long way off (I have never flown from Brisbane to Melbourne before).

I have bursts of excitement thinking about you being able to go to all those shows! Soo pleased for you!!! :partytime:

[Freypower]

I have bursts of excitement thinking about you being able to go to all those shows! Soo pleased for you!!! :partytime:

What a nice thing to say, Ann. That has lifted my spirits. Thanks.

[Freypower]

The venue for this show has been changed to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre. I had to rebook & so I no longer have a front row centre seat. I'm in Row C on the left. :worried:

[Brooke]

Now that's a bummer, Fp! You'd think you would get as good a seat as you had! :-x

[Freypower]

It's still a pretty good seat. I was able to see the approximate photo view. I will be in Row D & Row B centre at the Opera House & perhaps it's best to leave the best until last.

[VAisForEagleLovers]

I'm glad you're putting a positive spin on it. I'd be spitting nails and making phone calls. I do agree that saving the best seats for last is a good way to go, though. I guess I should change the name of the thread.

[sodascouts]

The venue for this show has been changed to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre. I had to rebook & so I no longer have a front row centre seat. I'm in Row C on the left. :worried:

Wow. That would PISS ME OFF. I'm glad you're being so much more rational about it - impressive!

[Freypower]

Unfortunately although the QPAC tickets went on sale yesterday morning (the 18th) I did not hear about it until this morning (the 19th). There was nothing I could do. There is no point being upset about it because I still have a decent seat which it now seems I was lucky to get at all.

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Yeah - Glad to see you are taking this all in stride, FP. I don't get that - it would have seemed to me that they would have made some effort to transfer seats and give folk seats as close as possible to what they had at the original venue. That kinda sucks!

[Glennsallnighter]

You are so restrained FP! I would have been soooo annoyed!

I agree with Dreamer, those who had already purchased tickets for the original event should have been given the opportunity to get the nearest possible seat to the one they initially booked, and at least in the same row!

[TimothyBFan]

Have to add my 2 cents!!! I'm with everyone else here---I'd be on the phone and raising a stink about it!!! A front row ticket was in order since you already had one and they moved the event. Don't know if I'd be as nice as you are being about it.

[zeldabjr]

Have to add my 2 cents!!! I'm with everyone else here---I'd be on the phone and raising a stink about it!!! A front row ticket was in order since you already had one and they moved the event. Don't know if I'd be as nice as you are being about it.

agree...I'd be flippin' out over this...

[Freypower]

As Ticketek aren't ticketing at QPAC I guess Ticketek had no control over seating. The tickets at QPAC had to be purchased through QPAC itself. BCEC's Facebook page states 'the promoters are holding seats for those who already purchased tickets' but I very much doubt that I would be able to get front row at this stage. Furthermore the tickets are 'in the same price category' & nothing else is guaranteed.

[Freypower]

From what I can make out QPAC were able to swap the ticket I booked for one in the front row off to the left. This is fine by me; so Mr Grenier you had better watch out!! :thumbsup:

[sodascouts]

Excellent!

[Ive always been a dreamer]

Glad that you at least got something close to what you had, FP. Sounds like a pretty good seat!

[GlennLover]

From what I can make out QPAC were able to swap the ticket I booked for one in the front row off to the left. This is fine by me; so Mr Grenier you had better watch out!! :thumbsup:

LOL! be good to Danny! :) Glad you still got a seat that you are happy with!

[Freypower]

LOL! be good to Danny! :) Glad you still got a seat that you are happy with!

:twisted: I have to be happy with it. I will still be able to observe centre stage. :partytime:

[Henley Honey]

I've found that sometimes a slightly different physical perspective can make a show that much more special. You'll notice different nuances of the band members and Glenn's interaction with them. It's all good!!! :partytime:

[Glennsallnighter]

Way to go FP! Sounds like a very good seat, and hopefully you'll get a few nice pics too!

[Freypower]

Photos? I don't know. Like you in LA, I feel it would not be right to spend all night taking photos, especially when I don't have a particularly good zoom on the lens (you have seen my Eagles photos). I won't be buying a new camera for these shows because I can't afford it. I am very unsure about photos at the moment.

[Glennsallnighter]

Well, yes, I would not expect you to be snapping all night FP, but you took excellent ones in Niagara Falls, so I'm sure you will have your Nikon with you should the opportunity arise. If its any way feasable I would loan you my Canon Powershot that I used in LA.

[Freypower]

Got this from QPAC. It includes him singing a bit of For Sentimental Reasons which he doesn't in the AH trailer.

http://www.qpac.com.au/event/Glenn_Frey_13.aspx?showVideo=true&utm_source=enews&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=10jan13&spMailingID=5413944&spUserID=MjUyMTIwNDIzMDcS1&spJobID=62786162&spReportId=NjI3ODYxNjIS1

Ironically at the end they play a bit of Heartache Tonight, which he's not going to do.

[Tiffanny Twisted]

on boy fp getting so excited for you just by watching the video.
he was so great when we saw him at the sands .....
his family was there that night so he was just great.

[sodascouts]

Thanks for posting that!

[Freypower]

As VA mentioned the other support acts, Troy Cassar-Daley is the support in Brisbane.

[VAisForEagleLovers]

As VA mentioned the other support acts, Troy Cassar-Daley is the support in Brisbane.

I had a rough morning. I saw that, then couldn't find it to type it in! Thanks, FP

[Glennsallnighter]

Love the video FP. I'd say even watching it gives you butterflies!

[Freypower]

I don't really know what I'm thinking about all this at the moment, to be honest.

[EaglesKiwi]

I don't really know what I'm thinking about all this at the moment, to be honest.
Surreal but nice? (to quote Notting Hill...)

[Freypower]

I wanted to mention that this show is a month today American time (February 21). I suppose it's surreal but nice (I haven't seen Notting Hill). I am dreading the thought of it being over, absolutely dreading it, even though the Eagles will then reappear.

[sodascouts]

For now, relish the anticipation. You'll have plenty of time to be depressed afterwards. Why start early?

[Troubadour]

I agree - enjoy the moment! This is the best part!

[TimothyBFan]

I always think the anticipation is the best part of the experience. Then after, tho there is the PEW, there are the wonderful memories that you have forever! Don't make yourself miserable before it ever happens. I'd hate that to dampen the whole experience.

[Glennsallnighter]

I agree! Enjoy the build up and the gigs. We'll all be here for you when the PGW hits!

How many of us would live to be in your position FP! I'm so excited for you.

[Freypower]

I consider myself to be in an extremely privileged position; at least I expect Glenn fans will agree with me.

I just did a couple of screen shots of that latest YouTube interview and I suddenly thought 'next month'..... :singer: :blush:

[GlennLover]

I consider myself to be in an extremely privileged position; at least I expect Glenn fans will agree with me.

I just did a couple of screen shots of that latest YouTube interview and I suddenly thought 'next month'..... :singer: :blush:

I certainly do agree. You are one lucky lady! Enjoy the anticipation!

[Freypower]

I don't normally watch support acts but perhaps I should see what the big deal is about Troy Cassar-Daley:

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-01-27/cassar-daley-wins-four-golden-guitars/4486016

[Tiffanny Twisted]

yipee its almost glenn time :partytime:

[zeldabjr]

I love the pre-concert butterflies I get...and the anticipation is such a huge part of the experience...counting down those days!...knowing what a huge Glenn fan you are FP...I am very excited for you!

[Freypower]

Hopefully the weather in Brisbane will have improved by then:

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-01-28/qld-flooding-alert-moves-south/4486666

[Glennsallnighter]

Love the av FP!

Just over 3 weeks now........

[GlennLover]

Yes, gorgeous av, FP! I have been admiring it too!

[Freypower]

Shock horror! The website finally posted the Australasian dates!

http://www.glennfreyafterhours.com/events

I was playing a Roxette song called (Do You Get) Excited? yesterday. I have a playlist with a couple of songs that seemed to fit the mood.

[Glennsallnighter]

Cool :thumbsup: enjoy the build up FP. You've waited a long time for this!

[zeldabjr]

oh well FP...I'm learning these guys are kind of slow on a lot of things...but they're always worth the wait!

[Freypower]

I guess it doesn't matter, but the Sydney Morning Herald has so pointedly ignored Glenn's tour that it's getting me down somewhat. They keep running these articles talking about all the 'legends' who will be here soon. They have not mentioned Glenn once even in passing. They don't mention Plant, either.

http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/music/grey-legends-tune-up-20130202-2dr9a.html

[zeldabjr]

insulting...:machinegun:

[Troubadour]

I wouldn't let it get you down, FP - especially as they haven't mentioned Robert Plant either! I highly doubt it's an intended 'snub'. Hopefully they will cover Glenn's shows when they happen. Either way, I'm excited for you. Showtime is fast approaching!

[EaglesKiwi]

Maybe Glenn's too young to be mentioned with the 70-year-olds... (ok Barry is only 66, but he had to be mentioned since he's touring with Carole King). Robert Plant is only 64 too.

[Brooke]

I guess it doesn't matter, but the Sydney Morning Herald has so pointedly ignored Glenn's tour that it's getting me down somewhat. They keep running these articles talking about all the 'legends' who will be here soon. They have not mentioned Glenn once even in passing. They don't mention Plant, either.

http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/music/grey-legends-tune-up-20130202-2dr9a.html

I wonder if you emailed them and reminded them about it if they would possibly pick up on it?

[Freypower]

I wonder if you emailed them and reminded them about it if they would possibly pick up on it?

If the story had been open for comments I would have said something. As it is I'm resigned to this tour not receiving much media coverage. The SMH rock critic reviewed the Eagles' previous two tours & did nothing but sneer. I doubt it will even be reviewed. I don't think it's worth the effort.

[Freypower]

This show is a week today (Thursday my time).

[GlennLover]

This show is a week today (Thursday my time).

Wow, has the time gone fast! :partytime: :partytime: :partytime: :blueblob: :blueblob: :blueblob:

[Tiffanny Twisted]

This show is a week today (Thursday my time).
you must be on pins and needles

[Freypower]

Not so much, it's just that it has been so overshadowed by the documentary.

[zeldabjr]

oh FP I'm getting very excited for you...I know how much you love him!!!!...I know what I felt like when I was going to see TBS...indescribable!!!

[VAisForEagleLovers]

Not so much, it's just that it has been so overshadowed by the documentary.

Especially here on the board. However, I'd love to have a live After Hours fix right about now! Seriously.

[sodascouts]

Lucky you, FP!

[Glennsallnighter]

Yes indeed! It's gonna be a wonderful show! And it's only going to be the start of it all!

[TimothyBFan]

We're in the home stretch here!! Hang in there FP!!!!

[Brooke]

Fp, you must be beside yourself with excitement. I know I would be!

[Freypower]

It's just that there has been no media, no nothing. I feel I'll get to Brisbane & nothing will happen!

[sodascouts]

At least Glenn's been doing a lot of appearances.

[Freypower]

He did last October. If he's here now he hasn't done anything. I know he has to get over the flight & so on. I'm not that bothered. It just still seems so unreal.

[Prettymaid]

It'll be real enough when your sitting in front of him! C'mon FP - enjoy it all!

[Glennhoney]

ENJOY EVERY MOMENT!!!!

[zeldabjr]

I think she's in some sort of pre-Glennathon shock...It is real...and it's happening soon FP!!!!!:partytime:

[Troubadour]

So exciting!

[Glennsallnighter]

Thrilling - If I was in FP's position at this point in time I do not think I would be able to function normally. In fact I would need a little mantra on my ipod 'Breathe in.... breathe out...'

Enjoy the anticipation FP!

[GlennLover]

Thrilling - If I was in FP's position at this point in time I do not think I would be able to function normally. In fact I would need a little mantra on my ipod 'Breathe in.... breathe out...'

Enjoy the anticipation FP!

Me too! Enjoy, FP! He'll be there before you know it! :partytime:

[Freypower]

Thanks everybody. :angel:

[VAisForEagleLovers]

An article ahead of the concert...

http://au.news.yahoo.com/latest/a/-/latest/16193652/eagles-legend-glenn-frey-flying-solo/

[VAisForEagleLovers]

Ha Ha! So he admits that he's the one who hasn't yet agreed to an Eagles tour! "I know my friends (the Eagles) want to do that (tour). Hopefully I'll agree." Doesn't sound like a positive...

[Prettymaid]

I optimistically think it DOES sound positive - maybe just because he says it with a smile. How can he say no to those darn Eagles? ;-)

But I do have to take exception to another thing he said.

"I always start out playing Eagles songs in the beginning so everyone's relaxed, but then we rock out a little in the end so everyone's happy."

Glenn, this implies that Eagles songs do not rock, and we know that some of them do! Lol!

[Glennsallnighter]

OK.... if you are in Brisbane Australia.... It's 21st February. GLENN FREY'S Australian tour kicks off tonight!!!

[VAisForEagleLovers]

Radio interview with Glenn. It's the morning of the first concert over there...

http://postolog.com/bbcnmG

[WalshFan88]

Have fun FP!

[zeldabjr]

Have a blast FP...I know you will!!!

[Glennsallnighter]

You must be there by now FP! Have a wonderful evening, and blow Glenn :heart: that elusive kiss from us all :kiss:

I for one will be dying to hear all about it!

[EaglesKiwi]

Julie must be heading towards the venue by now... so exciting!

We are starting to hear more about Glenn's visit over here too. I have seen posters and heard mentions on radio in passing (I should point out here that I very seldom listen to the radio as I don't have one in my car, & we don't play it at work). There has been a competition to win free tickets, so there is some publicity... not as much as I might have expected to be honest. Then again, when the Eagles came to Australia that wasn't publicized at all in NZ!

Can't wait to hear from FP!!

[Freypower]

Approx 40 mins. Had good day in Brisbane.

[Troubadour]

Enjoy every minute!