aspasia
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Yeah, that made me really happy.
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Post by aspasia on Jun 7, 2006 11:41:34 GMT -5
Thanks for the welocme CJ.
I have never been to Summerfest, anyone fimiliar enough to know some details about it? It looks like it is on some kind of fairgrounds or something and there are several stages going at once. Are we talking food, vendors, music, etc...? I am bringing 4 teenagers with me and am just wondering what is there to keep thier attention, besides seeing the LH that is. We plan on getting there early and staying all day. Also, are the concert venues like an open peice of grass, or are there seats?
Did I mention I was excited about FINALLY seeing the LH in concert?
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penny74
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Post by penny74 on Jun 7, 2006 12:46:42 GMT -5
Hi aspasia! I've never been to Summerfest before, but you can find a ton of info (food vendors, other acts, etc.) here: www.summerfest.com/Hope this helps! |
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Post by cjspas on Jun 7, 2006 21:35:53 GMT -5
Thanks for the welocme CJ. I have never been to Summerfest, anyone fimiliar enough to know some details about it? It looks like it is on some kind of fairgrounds or something and there are several stages going at once. Are we talking food, vendors, music, etc...? I am bringing 4 teenagers with me and am just wondering what is there to keep thier attention, besides seeing the LH that is. We plan on getting there early and staying all day. Also, are the concert venues like an open peice of grass, or are there seats? Did I mention I was excited about FINALLY seeing the LH in concert? Summerfest is at a park on the lakefront. It's been several years since I've been (probably 10 years or more) so the information that I may be old. As Penny said, they have a pretty good website. Check out the photo gallery from last years Summerfest under "fun stuff" it will give you a better picture than I can in words. There are several stages all with music going on at the same time. I used to call Summerfest the listen to music, drink and pig out fest. There is no shortage of food. If your teenagers like music there will be plenty to keep their attention. There are also sports demonstrations and other things going on. I know when I went with family the hardest part was getting everyone to agree on where they were going and where we were going to meet up again. Plan on wearing shoes that are comfortable to walk and stand in as there grounds covers quite an area and most of it is paved. Each festival stage has some seating but depending the group you may be standing. If you want to see someone you really have to get to the stage early. They don't clear in between acts. Don't know what else to tell you. So happy you are going to get to have your first LH experience. I know you'll have a good time. CJ |
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Post by friendlylady90 on Jun 7, 2006 23:50:52 GMT -5
i will see you all there. is everyone meeting some were, dawn
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Post by friendlylady90 on Jun 8, 2006 18:14:13 GMT -5
are there a lot of us hammerheads going. im staying with family they live 5 min. from summerfeast. so cool dawn.
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Post by khajiit on Jun 13, 2006 17:08:27 GMT -5
Just thought I would let everyone know that the Lovehammers will now be playing at 6:30 instead of 8:00. Sort of disappointing, since that means a shorter set.
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rockbeast
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Post by rockbeast on Jun 16, 2006 22:08:38 GMT -5
I will be there
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aspasia
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Yeah, that made me really happy.
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Post by aspasia on Jun 17, 2006 16:46:45 GMT -5
Just thought I would let everyone know that the Lovehammers will now be playing at 6:30 instead of 8:00. Sort of disappointing, since that means a shorter set . Yeah, I saw that. Oh well, I would still go even if they were only playing for 10 minutes. I keep asking my husband what he is going to do with his life once Marty and I finally meet. (now entering daydream of us locking eyes and running towards each other in slow motion...) |
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Post by kbrown on Jun 27, 2006 13:37:39 GMT -5
Looks like they've moved the guys back to the 8:00 slot. Now they also have their bio on the summerfest website.
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aspasia
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Post by aspasia on Jun 28, 2006 12:17:43 GMT -5
That makes me really happy, thanks for the info. Now I just need to figure out how early I need to get there to get in front...
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ndavis021410
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Post by ndavis021410 on Jul 6, 2006 7:24:19 GMT -5
For the lucky ones that are going to this...Dino says they are playing for 75 MINUTES.....Lucky lucky fans...... Have fun, and please remember to report back here...We will be awaiting.....  |
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reddgt
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sing it to me BABY!!!!!!
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Post by reddgt on Jul 6, 2006 21:48:12 GMT -5
just was wondering....who all are going to make it to Summerfest...
i may be coming up alone and hopefully can hook up with some familiar faces.....
hope the weather is awesome for the night......
Donna
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aspasia
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Post by aspasia on Jul 6, 2006 22:23:07 GMT -5
I know I will not be a familiar face, but I will be there. BTW, it is supposed to be sunny and 84.
Now I am seriously counting down (45 hours 39 minutes...)
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reddgt
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sing it to me BABY!!!!!!
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Post by reddgt on Jul 6, 2006 22:42:24 GMT -5
aspasia...
hopefully we will run into each other ...and a new friend made
should be an awesome night.....
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Post by Amy on Jul 9, 2006 1:02:46 GMT -5
So, did everyone have a fantastic time?!
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Post by dreaming1 on Jul 9, 2006 11:58:17 GMT -5
Whooohooo! Had a blast in Milwaukee. Thought I'd type a bit before I go to work today while it is still fresh in my memory.
I met up with 'reddgt' also from my hometown, we carpooled there. We got along great and she is a fantastic person!!! We met up in Milwaukee with my cousin Tricia. We got there around 4:30 and went staight to the HOG stage. There was quite a crowd there already, lots of Seether fans waiting for their 10:00 show. We sat about 7th row, center. We had a blast chatting while waiting for Lovehammers. It rained for a bit. The lake was behind us, a beautiful view. At some point while another band was playing, I spotted Marty in the crowd off to the left of the stage. We went over there, he had a few around him. Marty was wearing white pants (!!!), red shirt, black jacket, black tie and sunglasses. Of course he looked great as usual. He didn't stay long, he got whisked away.
Once the Lovehammers came on, it stopped raining and Marty commented how nice it was that it stopped. They started with a bit of Ultrasound and played for 1 hour. They didn't start til 8:15. It was a fantastic show, lots of energy. Reddgt and I noticed how Marty seemed to change some songs around a bit (tone, pitch) to change things up a bit. It was a lot of fun. He really got the crowd involved. I can't remember what he was singing, but Marty came out across the metal benches right between my cousin and I!! He past us by 2 benches and sang a bit. I took pics and will hopefully get them in a day or two. I will send them to Amy and Cindy to post. He came back by us, back up to the stage. Marty mentioned how he would love to climb the crane (in the background by the lake), but he was warned not to climb. We didn't see any structures for him to climb on stage, thank goodness!!! They ended with Trees and the crowd was signing along loudly.
Somewhere towards the end of the show he announced they would do a meet and greet.
We found where they would be doing the meet and greet, a tiny T-shirt tent next to the stage. Security guards brought Marty to the tent, it was a crazy scene!!! They had nothing set up, no ropes or anything. People were approaching the tent from all directions, it was nuts. Security had us all move left, then right, then back again. I thought for sure they'd shut this down. It didn't last too long....maybe 20 - 30 minutes?? T-Bone was there and announced it would only be a couple more minutes, they had to get them out of there (before Seether started?). Thank goodness I made it through. It is LUCKYDJ'S 40th B-day today (Lovehammer fan from NJ) and I wanted the boys to sign her a b-day card. Bobby was first and of course adorable!! He asked what her name was, and signed it. Marty was next. Okay....I have to say it was a very crazy, rushed scene. You get the chance to meet a guy you think is the greatest and I'm sure I sounded like a loon!!!! I said something about how he (Marty) has something that 99.9 percent of the population doesn't have, but he does. I said something like how wonderful he is as a performer...blah blah blah. You feel like you have to speed talk since the crowd is being rushed through. I don't even remember if he smiled or just looked at me like I'm nuts. I asked to kiss his cheek and he leaned over the table. So soft!!! Anyhow, then Dino signed the card. They were all just so adorable!!! Billy was last and all smiles. I told him how much we loved the show and he just was beaming. They all seem to be having such a great time. A minute later a swarm of security was around Marty taking him back.
I took pics of them at the booth, and hope these turn out.
Reddgt, Tricia and I strolled around the grounds a bit and relaxed. Later we decided to head back over to the HOG stage area and we see Marty about to leave from behind a fenced area. I quickly got to thank him for the show again....he then was walked out of the park with a few people.
I can't wait to read other stories....thanks for letting me share mine. If you have time, PM 'luckydj' and wish her a Happy Birthday!!! What a great website, such great friends are made!
dreaming1/Laurie
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Post by Cindy on Jul 9, 2006 12:19:16 GMT -5
Nice story Laurie! Please do send us your pictures and we will get them posted on the site. Thanks for taking the time to type this up!
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Post by my0bsess10n/my0 on Jul 9, 2006 13:04:16 GMT -5
thanx dreaming1 that sounds like an awsome show glad you got to see him and talk to him...looks like those days of M&G are coming to an end if they get any bigger!!!!!!!!!
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Post by Sharon (sdbrins) on Jul 9, 2006 13:04:26 GMT -5
OH WOW!!!!  Thank you soooooo much Laurie, for sharing.  Sharon |
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Post by schoolhouserock on Jul 9, 2006 13:50:39 GMT -5
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