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Post by Deleted on Apr 25, 2014 11:09:56 GMT -5
More bluegrass? Look I love bluegrass, but I could go see a regional bluegrass fest for a fraction of the ticket price and way closer to home. In fact, for the amount we'll spend at Lockn', we could go see five or so and never leave this state.
Stop building mass anticipation about the undercard, Lockn'. Make with the big, or STFU.
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Post by Dylan on Apr 25, 2014 11:13:24 GMT -5
I love this lineup, but I'm inclined to agree with you.
Post by rob on Apr 25, 2014 11:20:01 GMT -5
Sam Bush is an A+ musician..this is a great add imo. Looks like we are on pace for the same amount of bluegrass we had last year, except better quality.
Post by southernman on Apr 25, 2014 11:24:10 GMT -5
Yeah, of the annoucements this week the only one that I was really excited about was Drive-by Truckers. A little for CRB. The rest is just leaning a little too bluegrass for me. I'm with worf, I can see these guys play any time and it is getting a little heavy for me.
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Post by suebhunny on Apr 25, 2014 11:26:08 GMT -5
Last year I didn't even hear about this festival until July, when the lineup was already set. I wish I had that privilege this year, as Lockn's way of announcing the acts one at a time with no indication of when the next week of announcements may (or may not) come is about as comforting and encouraging as having my fingernails pulled off with pliers.
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Post by Dylan on Apr 25, 2014 11:39:51 GMT -5
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Post by mccjeff on Apr 25, 2014 11:46:31 GMT -5
I'm cool with the way they are announcing the acts. This keeps us all engaged. If they did the whole thing at once or even in 2 or 3 big roll outs I would only get to chat with you guys for a couple days and then silence. This way I get to hang out with some really cool people that I am getting to know over a long period of time. I can honestly say that I am really looking forward to making your acquaintance in the early Sept time frame. It is going to totally rock and we are going to have a great time no matter if all they do is add puppet shows* from here on out.
*The Beck puppet show from B'roo 06 would be a great add.
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Post by suebhunny on Apr 25, 2014 12:02:28 GMT -5
I think we would stay engaged regardless. But we'd be able to focus on what is making us excited about the acts rather than having a daily barrage of disappointment and mixed emotions.I'm cool with the way they are announcing the acts. This keeps us all engaged.
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Post by mccjeff on Apr 25, 2014 12:12:52 GMT -5
sorry
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Post by suebhunny on Apr 25, 2014 12:32:23 GMT -5
I'm starting to think it might be better for me to step away and tune out for a while, then come back to the party when the lineup is set. I start every day with high hopes and haven't had a really happy Lockn' day since Wilco (sorry CriticalBill).
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Post by Deleted on Apr 25, 2014 12:37:59 GMT -5
Also, if we're gonna have bluegrass anyway, what about a little BANJO? Tony Trischka? Steve Martin and/or Steep Canyon Rangers? Bela? Greensky? I get sick of these so-called "newgrass" bands that are mostly guitar, maybe a little mando and fiddle. I gots to have me some banjo, and to a lesser extent, Dobro.
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Post by Dylan on Apr 25, 2014 12:42:58 GMT -5
I agree with Jeff - the daily announcements are a great way to keep us talking and it adds a little excitement each day. However, it has been a little frustrating dealing with the ambiguity - specifically with managing expectations for "headliners" and whatnot. At this point I honestly have no idea whether or not we can expect another "big" name to be added. Each week they do additions, we're left with a huge range of expectations.
I just want to know where we stand with this lineup so I can manage my expectations for future announcements.
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Post by suebhunny on Apr 25, 2014 12:52:00 GMT -5
^^^THIS^^^
I just want to know where we stand with this lineup so I can manage my expectations for future announcements.
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Post by mccjeff on Apr 25, 2014 13:36:47 GMT -5
The Beck puppet show from B'roo 06 really was awesome.
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Post by Sneake on Apr 25, 2014 16:58:49 GMT -5
this i loveI'm cool with the way they are announcing the acts. This keeps us all engaged. If they did the whole thing at once or even in 2 or 3 big roll outs I would only get to chat with you guys for a couple days and then silence. This way I get to hang out with some really cool people that I am getting to know over a long period of time. I can honestly say that I am really looking forward to making your acquaintance in the early Sept time frame. It is going to totally rock and we are going to have a great time no matter if all they do is add puppet shows* from here on out.
*The Beck puppet show from B'roo 06 would be a great add.
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Post by dkatz0 on Apr 25, 2014 17:14:23 GMT -5
To each their own, but I'm really really excited about this announcement. Lock'n really knows whats up this year. What a collaboration. Ever seen Keel before OP? Besides with Keller? One of the finest musicians touring IMO, and putting him with Sam Bush, wow it's gonna be a treat.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 25, 2014 17:19:26 GMT -5
Never said one word about the musicianship. Just think that's more than enough grass.
Also don't like the cheap psychological trick of building up anticipation for...the undercard.
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Post by waycha on Apr 25, 2014 23:01:36 GMT -5
According to jambands,com "Additional artists are expected to be announced next week." Hopefully we'll be able to go from Oh,come ON. to Ok now or maybe Yes Yes Yes!!!
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Post by Dylan on Apr 26, 2014 0:05:26 GMT -5
Wow - great catch, Waycha.
Perhaps this week was just the tease?
I find it curious that they say "expected". That makes it sound like it isn't set in stone. Perhaps they're awaiting permission to go public with a high-profile booking ... or maybe I'm just grasping at straws.
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Post by Dylan on Apr 26, 2014 11:21:24 GMT -5
In light of recent developments, I retract my complaints.
I honestly think this surprise Saturday announcement was a direct reaction to our grumbling. It is almost like Dave Frey read my posts and said, "Oh yeah, Dylan? This week's additions didn't satisfy your lust for Lockn'? You want more jam, huh? BAM! Here's Bustle In Your Headgerow."
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Post by Deleted on Apr 26, 2014 14:21:09 GMT -5
Frends and I dubbed this festival "InTheDarkn'ClusterFuckn'Lockn' " last year for the poor dissemination of information. Seems they want it to stick.Last year I didn't even hear about this festival until July, when the lineup was already set. I wish I had that privilege this year, as Lockn's way of announcing the acts one at a time with no indication of when the next week of announcements may (or may not) come is about as comforting and encouraging as having my fingernails pulled off with pliers.
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Post by Dylan on Apr 26, 2014 14:30:52 GMT -5
Here's all the information you really need for Lockn':
Step One: Show up at Oak Ridge Farm on the morning of September 4th with a ticket.
Step Two: Be sure to bring supplies for four days worth of camping/survival.
Step Three: Rock out.
Keep in mind, we are the Lockn' obsessed. Most festival patrons don't have the same thirst for information that we do. Am I a bit frustrated by not knowing how "full" the lineup is? Yes. But I'm also willing to bet that the promoters themselves aren't certain either. I think they are making offers to anyone and everyone that they can, but you can't coerce everyone into playing your festival. They are probably reluctant to tell us another headliner is coming because they don't have a firm commitment (from Neil 
) yet. If they don't get Neil or Petty, there really aren't too many other "headliner" caliber acts that fit the bill, so they might just have to roll with what we've got. Thus, they don't want to promise something they can't deliver on.
Last Edit: Apr 26, 2014 14:32:47 GMT -5 by Dylan
Post by baxman on Apr 26, 2014 15:48:06 GMT -5
Either way, the lineup as is is great already. I'm just as happy with headliners as is. ABB one night, widespread 2 nights one with Steve Winwood. And one night of String Cheese. Those are great headline sets
Post by baxman on Apr 26, 2014 15:52:53 GMT -5
And that is not even mentioning all the Dead we are going to hear. At least 6 Sets, which should keep the dead heads(me included) very happy
