3 new shows

[ampm]

on the main page. Just saying.

[beastieboysbaby]

(y)(y)(y) AWESOME.

[M.C. Guevera]

Nice! Great to see them do some shows!

[Kid Presentable]

Although there's no chance of me seeing a show, it's always good news when they get on the road while writing an album. Looks like a different type of line-up to those they typically play with?

[Pootytang]

I think someone may be pulling a fast one. I can't find any info in any of the links provided about the Boys performing.

[beastieboysbaby]

yeah...cuz thats a weird line up??

[Laver1969]

Hmmm...Millie Walk Kay. Milwaukee has certainly had its share of visitors. The French missionaries and explorers began visiting here in the late 16th century. It was originally an Algonquin term meaning the good land. I think one of the most interesting things about Milwaukee is that it's the only American city to elect three Socialist mayors.

I hope this pans out.

[RobMoney$]

Crosby & Nash are on tour right now, and they are touring without Stephen Stills.

So that adds up.

[Documad]

This is either a very cruel joke or they're doing a pro-Obama thing. Look at those dates.

I will fucking lose my shit if they play in St. Paul. And on a weekend too.

[Pootytang]

I will fucking lose my shit if they play in St. Paul.

I hope nobody steps in it.

[razmatazern]

This is either a very cruel joke or they're doing a pro-Obama thing. Look at those dates.

I will fucking lose my shit if they play in St. Paul. And on a weekend too.

looks like it's a pro-obama thing (http://www.theuprisingintl.com/blog/2008/10/09/get-out-and-vote-08/) (y)

[Laver1969]

looks like it's a pro-obama thing (http://www.theuprisingintl.com/blog/2008/10/09/get-out-and-vote-08/) (y)

(y)(y) Schwiing!

One discrepancy is that the link Raz posted has the Milwaukee show listed on 11/3.

[AceFace]

OH man! who's hitting richmond with me!? they've never come this close before! YAYAYAY!

[AceFace]

tickets aren't even up on the Colosseum website. i hope they're not overly expensive.

[zippy]

See you in Milwaukee. Best email I've ever read at 8am.

[misspiggy]

I hope they come to TEXAS!!!

[AceFace]

it's obvious they're playing battleground states.

YETI, lets meet up!

[funkdoc2005]

Thank Jesus. The closest they've come to Milwaukee in the past couple of years was Madison. Before that I was too young to go see them when they did come. This will actually be the first time I've seen them. Better late then never.

[beastieboysbaby]

I hope they come to TEXAS!!!

SAME!!!!!!!!!

whoo hoo! so you are going aceface?? (y)

[AceFace]

oh definately. myself and several friends will be going. i hate that we'll have to sit though sheryl crowe. she bores me. jack johnson too.

[challah bread]

See you in Milwaukee. Best email I've ever read at 8am.

I will be there as well. Do you know if that venue is general admission?

[jennyb]

omgoomgomogmogmogmgomgomgomgogmogmogmogmoomgomgomg omg :eek:(y)

[YoungRemy]

just got the newsletter announcement.
definitely swing states. possibly a few more shows to be announced...


my fellow americans,

we are going to do a few shows in hopes that we can remind people to vote. this election is too important, too much is at stake to stay at home. we hope that you can come out, have a nice night, dance, sing, get your freak on, and then wake up the next morning and get everyone that you possibly can to get out and vote. if they have early voting in your state then ask people to vote early, lets get everyone we can out there on election day.

we are very excited about obama. hope you all feel the same.
see you shortly,
adam, mike and adam

BEASTIE BOYS & FRIENDS ANNOUNCE SWING STATE VOTER AWARENESS TOUR
Selected Dates in Battleground States

Beastie Boys have confirmed selected dates through the crucial swing states of the upcoming election. Joining the band in various markets will be Sheryl Crow, Ben Harper, Jack Johnson, Norah Jones, Crosby & Nash, Santogold, Tenacious D, and special guests, as well as representatives from the Rock The Vote, who will be on hand to distribute information on local polling sites, including early voting locations where available.

The first three shows to be announced are:
Oct 28 Richmond, VA - Richmond Coliseum
Beastie Boys/Sheryl Crow/Jack Johnson/Norah Jones/Santogold

Nov 1 St. Paul, MN - Roy Wilkins Auditorium
Beastie Boys/Ben Harper/Tenacious D

Nov 2 Milwaukee, WI - U.S. Cellular Arena
Beastie Boys/Ben Harper/Crosby & Nash/Tenacious D

Check www.beastieboys.com for on sale times and info.

The remaining shows will be announced shortly.

[DandyFop]

HOLY FUCK BALLLSSSS

Tenacious D and the Beastie Boys two of my favorite bands evereverever

[AceFace]

maybe they'll do that collabo with santogold that's been rumored!

[AceFace]

Ok, it's up on the coliseum website now.

http://www.richmondcoliseum.net/event_details.asp?id=145

tix are only $36. that's cheaper than i thought it would be. tickets go on sale tomorrow morning at 10am.

edit... it also says "and special guests". looks like beasties are the headliners.

[DandyFop]

The one time I am making decent money in my life and I can feel it about to be gone quickly.

I will probably go to Minnesota if I can manage it.

[YoungRemy]

it looks like NV, CO, MO, FL, NC, IN, and OH are all considered swing states this november

[DandyFop]

Coloradio plzzzzz!!

I didn't think I would be all excited but...I am.

[beastieboysbaby]

even if they don't come to texas, this RULES! im so glad they are doin' some shows. gooooo b-e-a-s-t-i-e-s! :D

[Justin]

I'll definitely be in Milwaukee! My best friend's fav band is crosby, stills and nash (with my fav being the beasties of course)

I don't think that lineup will ever, ever, ever happen again!!!

[lyneday]

Beastie Boys Want To Fight For Your Right To Vote
Published by Gil Kaufman on Friday, October 10, 2008 at 2:40 pm.

Bruce has done it. Jay-Z and John Legend have done it. Now, it’s the Beastie Boys‘ turn to hit the road for some election-year shows in battleground states. The veteran hip-hop trio have announced Get Out & Vote ‘08, a tour which will drop into Virginia (October 28), Minnesota (November 1) and Milwaukee (November 2) with a gang of bold-faced support acts in tow.

The Richmond, Virginia, date at the Richmond Coliseum will find the Boys joined by Sheryl Crow, Jack Johnson, Norah Jones and Santogold; while Ben Harper and Tenacious D will share the stage in St. Paul, Minnesota at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium. The D and Harper will also be along in Milwaukee at the US Cellular Arena, in addition to a pair of folk icons, David Crosby and Graham Nash. According to a press release announcing the trek, more shows will be added soon.

Representatives of Rock the Vote will be distributing information at the gigs on local polling sites and early voting locations.

http://newsroom.mtv.com/2008/10/10/beastie-boys-want-to-fight-for-your-right-to-vote/

[TAL]

I hope they tour Finland too, there's a local government election at the end of this month.

[mathcart]

:eek:

shiiiiit, looks like I may need to go to St Paul! Shit. Its crazy how freaking happy it makes me when new shows are announced! And on a Friday too, shiiiit, I might just drop dead from excitment! Maybe they'll play Philly- PA gotta be a battle ground state!

HRMM- warm up gig!!!!!! come on, come on, come on, come on, come on!


*looses consciousness for a minute*

[mathcart]

Hmmm...Millie Walk Kay. Milwaukee has certainly had its share of visitors. The French missionaries and explorers began visiting here in the late 16th century. It was originally an Algonquin term meaning the good land. I think one of the most interesting things about Milwaukee is that it's the only American city to elect three Socialist mayors.




I WAS NOT AWARE OF THAT.
DOES THIS GUY KNOW HOW TO PARTY OR WHAT!?!
HUH? HUH? HUH? UHHHH.OK

[ampm]

BEASTIE BOYS & FRIENDS ANNOUNCE SWING STATE VOTER AWARENESS TOUR
Selected Dates in Battleground States

Beastie Boys have confirmed selected dates through the crucial swing states of the upcoming election. Joining the band in various markets will be Sheryl Crow, Ben Harper, Jack Johnson, Norah Jones, Crosby & Nash, Santogold, Tenacious D, and special guests, as well as representatives from the Rock The Vote, who will be on hand to distribute information on local polling sites, including early voting locations where available.

The first three shows to be announced are:

Oct 28 Richmond, VA - Richmond Coliseum
Beastie Boys/Jack Johnson/Norah Jones/Santogold

Nov 1 St. Paul, MN - Roy Wilkins Auditorium
Beastie Boys/Ben Harper/Tenacious D

Nov 2 Milwaukee, WI - U.S. Cellular Arena
Beastie Boys/Ben Harper/Crosby & Nash/Tenacious D


Check www.beastieboys.com for on sale times and info.

The remaining shows will be announced shortly.

[pshabi]

Let's hear it for Nevada. I, personally, am not sure if I will vote in this election ;). A beastie boys show in Nevada would definitely persuade me to do so.

Seriously though, they mention other dates will be announced shortly. If this is a vote drive thingamajig, then what other dates could possibly be announced? Monday the 3rd? I don't get it. Unless they go earlier. My birthday is 10-25. A show in Vegas that day would be the best birthday present ever.

Oh well, looks like I'll be joining pooty and laver in Milwaukee either way!!!! Holla!!!!!!

[pshabi]

Hmmm...Millie Walk Kay. Milwaukee has certainly had its share of visitors. The French missionaries and explorers began visiting here in the late 16th century. It was originally an Algonquin term meaning the good land. I think one of the most interesting things about Milwaukee is that it's the only American city to elect three Socialist mayors.

I hope this pans out.

Your best post ever, and that's saying a lot. Pure gold. I bet there were some youngins who were scratching the noggin on that one.

[Lil Kim]

This is either a very cruel joke or they're doing a pro-Obama thing. Look at those dates.

I will fucking lose my shit if they play in St. Paul. And on a weekend too.

I pretty much fell off my chair this morning at work when I got the email. For once, I'm elated that I live in Minneapolis.

[beastieboysbaby]

FUCK! texas is a republic state. (n)

[pshabi]

Oh well, looks like I'll be joining pooty and laver in Milwaukee either way!!!! Holla!!!!!!

Orrrrrrrrrrrr don't holla. :(

Flights suck for a two day jaunt so it looks like I'm gonna be sitting and hoping they swing out this way. Poop.

Have fun y'all!!!

[Laver1969]

Orrrrrrrrrrrr don't holla. :(

Flights suck for a two day jaunt so it looks like I'm gonna be sitting and hoping they swing out this way. Poop.

Have fun y'all!!!

It's less than 1800 miles...do it High Plains Drifter style and drive it. :)

[faz]

http://www.spin.com/articles/beastie-boys-announce-get-out-and-vote-shows

As Election Day approaches, many musicians are stepping up efforts to rally voters to the polls come November 4. The latest to vote with their instruments? Hip-hop luminaries the Beastie Boys, staunch Obama supporters who just unveiled a handful of "Get Out and Vote" shows.

"This election is too important to stay at home," the rap trio told Billboard.com. "We hope that you can come out, have a nice night, dance, sing, get your freak on, and then wake up the next morning and get everyone that you possibly can to get out and vote."

The mini-tour -- set to hit three swing states decisive to the election -- kicks off October 28 in Richmond, VA, and is followed by shows in St. Paul, MN, and Milwaukee, WI, Nov. 1-2, respectively. The shows will also feature performances by such artists as Norah Jones, Sheryl Crow, Santogold, Ben Harper, and Tenacious D.

Beastie Boys' "Get Out and Vote" dates:
10/28, Richmond, VA (Richmond Coliseum) (w/ Sheryl Crow, Norah Jones, Jack Johnson, and Santogold)
11/1, St. Paul, MN (Roy Wilkins Auditorium) (w/ Ben Harper and Tenacious D)
11/2, Milwaukee, WI (U.S. Cellular Arena) (w/ Ben Harper, Crosby & Nash and Tenacious D)

[AceFace]

got my tix in the exact section i wanted! *excited!*

[Laver1969]

Got the Milwaukee tix!

[challah bread]

See you in Milwaukee. Anyone else is section 210?

[Mr. Juice]

Pennsylvania's a swing state. Maybe the Beastie Boys will FINALLY play Pittsburgh?

[Brother McDuff]

its going down. got my tix for milwaukee. happy camper through and through.(y)

[Nygel]

it looks like NV, CO, MO, FL, NC, IN, and OH are all considered swing states this november
they should do a show in all them. especially florida. the wang needs some love.

[AceFace]

ANYONE going to the VA show? am i the only one on BBMB? if so, i think i deserve backstage passes. :p

[MrPerfect]

The Boys gotta come to Seattle!!!

[kll]

this info made perezhilton.com - big time. :rolleyes:

[DIGI]

I WAS NOT AWARE OF THAT.
DOES THIS GUY KNOW HOW TO PARTY OR WHAT!?!
HUH? HUH? HUH? UHHHH.OK

nice.

[Turkey]

Anyone know if a password is needed for pre-sale, and if so, does anyone know the password for the St. Paul pre-sale?

[YoungRemy]

Hey, isn't "Milwaukee" an Indian name?

[Documad]

Anyone know if a password is needed for pre-sale, and if so, does anyone know the password for the St. Paul pre-sale?

I am puzzled and very bummed that it says there is a presale. I did not get the email announcing the concerts even though I've always gotten email before but it appears that it didn't mention a presale. Ticketmaster's site yesterday said there is a presale but not whose it is. If it's a hockey fan presale like they usually have at Xcel I will lose my mind.

[YoungRemy]

i would bet three pennies that the password is VOTE

[M.C. Guevera]

this info made perezhilton.com - big time. :rolleyes:

Even people who read Perez Hilton like the Beastie Boys. That geuninely surprises me!

[Laver1969]

Hey, isn't "Milwaukee" an Indian name?

Millie Walk Kay. Milwaukee has certainly had its share of visitors. The French missionaries and explorers began visiting here in the late 16th century. It was originally an Algonquin term meaning the good land. I think one of the most interesting things about Milwaukee is that it's the only American city to elect three Socialist mayors.

[YoungRemy]

Millie Walk Kay. Milwaukee has certainly had its share of visitors. The French missionaries and explorers began visiting here in the late 16th century. It was originally an Algonquin term meaning the good land. I think one of the most interesting things about Milwaukee is that it's the only American city to elect three Socialist mayors.


Yes, Pete, it is. In fact , it's pronounced "mill-e-wah-que" which is Algonquin for "the good land."

[facedownfall]

ANYONE going to the VA show? am i the only one on BBMB? if so, i think i deserve backstage passes. :p


i'll be there, more than likely....they haven't played this close to me since 1992 in Norfolk...but they are playing the same night as Minus The Bear in RVA...so here's hoping MTB is playing at the same time as Norah Jones, Sheryl Crow, Jack Johnson, etc. I can handle Santogold.

[gbsuey]

I think i speak for all the non-US citizens when i give a big,jealous harumph. But i'm not bitter(much),it's easier to deal with than the shows earlier this year. Have fun all you going

[AceFace]

i'll be there, more than likely....they haven't played this close to me since 1992 in Norfolk...but they are playing the same night as Minus The Bear in RVA...so here's hoping MTB is playing at the same time as Norah Jones, Sheryl Crow, Jack Johnson, etc. I can handle Santogold.
oh yay! :)

[AceFace]

I think i speak for all the non-US citizens when i give a big,jealous harumph. But i'm not bitter(much),it's easier to deal with than the shows earlier this year. Have fun all you going
we still love you too. :)

[The Ron]

FINALLY they are coming back to MN!!! It's only been about 10 years or so...

[DandyFop]

Fu-uck. I have seen a lot of great Bboys shows in my days so I'm really happy others are getting to see them

But damn if CSNY, Tenacious D and the Bboys aren't three of my favorite bands of all time. And I only have like 6 favorites. I wish I could go soooo bad.

[mathcart]

Fu-uck. I have seen a lot of great Bboys shows in my days so I'm really happy others are getting to see them

But damn if CSNY, Tenacious D and the Bboys aren't three of my favorite bands of all time. And I only have like 6 favorites. I wish I could go soooo bad.

Exact same boat here, Dandy! The D and the Boys are 1 & 2 in my book but its the weekend I'm moving! Frickin' hell man, I'm dying here! Shoooooooooottt.
:mad:

[zippy]

Milwaukee show had general admission for the floor (which i got) as well as 100, 200, 300, and 400 level seats.

So, I've been thinking...the Boys have been workin on their new album. Maybe they'll have something fresh for these shows? Now that would be sick.

[Yeti]

OH man! who's hitting richmond with me!? they've never come this close before! YAYAYAY!


I will let you know when I have tickets in hand. I am trying to get a hook-up because I am so cheap that I can squeeze the bronze off a penny.

Oh, I am an old ass man because I saw the Beasties open up for Run DMC at the Richmond Coliseum.

[Laver1969]

Milwaukee show had general admission for the floor (which i got) as well as 100, 200, 300, and 400 level seats.

So, I've been thinking...the Boys have been workin on their new album. Maybe they'll have something fresh for these shows? Now that would be sick.

Yes...I'm hoping maybe they'll drop a new song in the setlists. They've done it in the warm up shows before TT5B dropped.

[lyneday]

There's an Obama rally on Long Island tomorow night. I wonder if they'll show up as surprise guests. It's down the block from Hofstra University where the final debate is being held tomorrow night.

I wish I had the means for a road trip to VA, NC or OH =o/

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LI Obama rally: Half of CSNY to headline

A big pre-debate Obama rally, sponsored by Nassau's Tom Suozzi and Suffolk's Jon Cooper, will be held tomorrow from 3 pm to 7 pm at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre (Parking areas 6 and 6A).

Performers include David Crosby and Graham Nash, along with: Arlon Bennett, Barefoot Truth, Francis Dunnery, John Hampson, Jaik Miller Band, Jeff Roberson and LIFE, Katy Pfaffl, Melissa Reyes, Ryan Star and John Getzler.

http://weblogs.newsday.com/news/local/longisland/politics/blog/2008/10/li_obama_rally_half_of_csny_to.html



Crosby, Nash to sing at Eisenhower Park Obama rally

ZACHARY DOWDY
October 14, 2008

David Crosby and Graham Nash, two members of the famed Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young band, will sing for Barack Obama in a concert and rally that will take place within a stone's throw of the presidential debate at Hofstra University tomorrow night, said organizers of the event.

Other performers will join Nash and Crosby at the event, which was planned as recently as a week ago, said Lisa Tyson, director of the Long Island Progressive Coalition.

It will take place 3-7 p.m. at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theater in East Meadow's Eisenhower Park.

Other performers scheduled include Arlon Bennett, Francis Dunnery, John Hampson, the Jack Miller Band, Jeff Roberson & LIFE, Katy Pfaffl, Melissa Reyes, Ryan Star and John Getzler.

The free event is sponsored by several organizations and unions that support the Obama campaign.

http://www.newsday.com/services/newspaper/printedition/tuesday/news/ny-txtrock145882876oct14,0,3212269.story

[Loppfessor]

I can't believe they're doing 2 shows in OH and I won't be at either!! WTF

[beastieboysone]

i'm an old ben harper fan, and i remembered him having presales back in the day. i just checked his website (I'm hoping to go to the Dayton show), and it linked me to the ticketmaster page (http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/16004146BA74468B?artistid=1264199&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1).. this says there will be a presale, but through whom?? i presume a password is needed?

[beastieboysone]

update: "vote" it is.