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Post by snakelady on Dec 8, 2017 9:07:32 GMT
As we've done in previous I'll start this thread to introduce the venues and cities to you, especially since they're not playing the usual arenas, but places, they'd not go to normally. On 12.12. the tour starts at the Friedrichstadtpalast in Berlin. That's an old venue erected at the end of the 19th century and one that isn't used for rock gigs usually. I've never been there either, but it looks like a great venue to me. Quo have bee to Berlin numerous times before though, so I guess there's no need to add further pics from the city. The next gig will be a lot further to the south and west then, as on 13.12. Quo will be playing the Festspielhalle Baden-Baden. That's quite the posh venue - usually classical concerts are staged there - and we've got tickets for second row. Looking forward to it ! Baden-Baden is a lovely city right to the west of the Black Forest and not one of the places that Quo go to during electric tours.
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Post by mortified on Dec 8, 2017 9:11:12 GMT
These places are WAY too posh for Quo Bridlington Spa they ain't! Enjoy! I know you will
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Post by snakelady on Dec 8, 2017 9:21:08 GMT
These places are WAY too posh for Quo Bridlington Spa they ain't! Enjoy! I know you will I know - I'll go all dressed up And thanks (I know I will, too)
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Post by smokie on Dec 8, 2017 9:26:04 GMT
They all look very spectacular and very posh!
Does anyone think that one of these might be filmed for future release?
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Post by mortified on Dec 8, 2017 9:33:07 GMT
They all look very spectacular and very posh! Does anyone think that one of these might be filmed for future release? For a Bond movie maybe
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Post by snakelady on Dec 8, 2017 9:39:14 GMT
They all look very spectacular and very posh! Does anyone think that one of these might be filmed for future release? I really hope so ! After all it is a different set compared to the Roundhouse and it's probably the last time they'll do something like it.
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Post by snakelady on Dec 14, 2017 8:11:17 GMT
I hadn't put up Frankfurt pics, but no need for them now, as that gig has been cancelled as well. Next gig will be Stuttgart Liederhalle on Friday - a modern venue for a change:
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Post by mortified on Dec 14, 2017 8:31:33 GMT
I saw them in the Liederhalle in Stuttgart in 2004. We were in the hotel next door as well. "The Maritim" or something. Sis had the hangover from hell the next day. Really funny on the winding drive in the taxi back to the airport I had toyed with going back there for this gig but I'm sort of glad I hadn't arranged anything now.
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Post by snakelady on Dec 15, 2017 8:29:42 GMT
I saw them in the Liederhalle in Stuttgart in 2004. We were in the hotel next door as well. "The Maritim" or something. Sis had the hangover from hell the next day. Really funny on the winding drive in the taxi back to the airport I had toyed with going back there for this gig but I'm sort of glad I hadn't arranged anything now. So far no further gigs have been cancelled, so I assume Stuttgart tonight is still on. Guess we'll hear from Julian about it - doubt Nino will go .. How did your sister manage to get a hangover from a Quo gig - or was that the wine from the after gig party 'Kenner trinken Württemberger' ('people in the know drink wine from that region') . Like Rom, Stuttgart spreads out over several hills. People tend to forget that - so driving through the the city can be a drag. The arenas (which the Liederhalle is not) can be reached easily though.
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Post by mortified on Dec 15, 2017 8:39:14 GMT
I saw them in the Liederhalle in Stuttgart in 2004. We were in the hotel next door as well. "The Maritim" or something. Sis had the hangover from hell the next day. Really funny on the winding drive in the taxi back to the airport I had toyed with going back there for this gig but I'm sort of glad I hadn't arranged anything now. So far no further gigs have been cancelled, so I assume Stuttgart tonight is still on. Guess we'll hear from Julian about it - doubt Nino will go .. How did your sister manage to get a hangover from a Quo gig - or was that the wine from the after gig party 'Kenner trinken Württemberger' ('people in the know drink wine from that region') . Like Rom, Stuttgart spreads out over several hills. People tend to forget that - so driving through the the city can be a drag. The arenas (which the Liederhalle is not) can be reached easily though. Sis was a bit silly. I did say to her don't drink wine after a gig; you're dehydrated enough. Would she listen? Nope So I got her to drink about a litre of water when we got to the airport. She perked up in about half an hour after that. She has not made the same mistake again. She was gutted because a champagne breakfast was included in the price of the hotel room and she couldn't face it. The drive in and out of Stuttgart is quite nice; all forested with a view of the city in the valley when you're coming in.
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Post by snakelady on Dec 15, 2017 8:43:13 GMT
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Post by piledriver on Dec 15, 2017 11:59:19 GMT
I've just visited Berliner Platz/Liderhalle Stuttgart. SQ buses and trucks are parked in the docking area...equipment is being hauled into the venue...so looks like the show is on tonight!
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Post by smokie on Dec 15, 2017 13:58:35 GMT
I've just visited Berliner Platz/Liderhalle Stuttgart. SQ buses and trucks are parked in the docking area...equipment is being hauled into the venue...so looks like the show is on tonight! I think it is.
Nothing at www.statusquo.co.uk to suggest otherwise
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Post by uweseeler on Dec 15, 2017 16:56:54 GMT
My information is that Stuttgart is cancelled. Francis did soundcheck and after that he was feeling not good and the show is cancelled.
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Post by snakelady on Dec 16, 2017 8:43:23 GMT
I've just visited Berliner Platz/Liderhalle Stuttgart. SQ buses and trucks are parked in the docking area...equipment is being hauled into the venue...so looks like the show is on tonight! So sorry you came over in vain this time. Hope you were able to still make the most of your little holiday.
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Post by piledriver on Dec 16, 2017 16:10:34 GMT
I've just visited Berliner Platz/Liderhalle Stuttgart. SQ buses and trucks are parked in the docking area...equipment is being hauled into the venue...so looks like the show is on tonight! So sorry you came over in vain this time. Hope you were able to still make the most of your little holiday. Thank you snakelady! We are definitely enjoying beautiful Stuttgard!!!
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Post by coldwarkid on Dec 16, 2017 16:17:31 GMT
And now the rest of the tour has been cancelled too owing to Francis's throat problems. Another reason why Richie should be singing far far more lead.
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Post by snakelady on Dec 17, 2017 7:32:09 GMT
And now the rest of the tour has been cancelled too owing to Francis's throat problems. Another reason why Richie should be singing far far more lead. Guess Francis will always have to remain the main singer and none of the others has his vocal range to replace him. They're all more like Rick, including Ritchie. Seems it has become worse actually and now it's more than just throat problems. On the site of a German promoter it says severe chest infection. That 'severe' doesn't sound too good and has me worried. Wishing you a speedy and complete recovery without further complications, Francis - and no more winter tours !
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Post by HighVoltage on Dec 18, 2017 21:47:23 GMT
what a shame... but a severe infection can put anyone to bed for 2 weeks... all the best to Francis and a speedy recovery!
a month ago we decided to go to Nürnberg, also for my dad who missed the RAH gig due to his shoulder injury... oh well... we're still going, having already booked train tickets (and hotel). the Christmas marked should be nice anyway, ande there's 2 Irish pubs just around the corner of our hotel
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