[RSROCKS]

Originally Posted by xxx Rachel xxx

If that is the reason for the short, uninspired set, then I am even more angry - if you know you've got a busy few days of work committments, and will be tired, then you should only go out drinking with your friends if you know it won't affect your ability to do your job well. It's how the rest of the world works, why should it be any different for Jon? If this is true, it's highly unprofessional behaviour and demonstrates a lack of respect for the fans who have paid good money.

I'm not usually this mad at any of Jon's antics, but for some reason this issue has just really got my goat today!

Rach xxx

Just to play devils advocate--how is Richie being shitfaced almost every night on the HAND tour any different?

[CharisL]

Originally Posted by RSROCKS

Just to play devils advocate--how is Richie being shitfaced almost every night on the HAND tour any different?

Samobra don't do wrong!!

Pretty boring setlist though.

[Adam D]

Originally Posted by bjcrazycpa

Not sure if it was "luck" and SOML and Radio were on the set list but there was a fan that posted on backstage that was in 2nd row that held up signs for both, so who knows.

deb

See, it's people like that, that make ****ing SIGNS for songs like Story and Radio that lead Jon to believe he's pleasing people with what is really a half-hearted setlist.

You can't honestly tell me that there are people that would rather hear Story and Radio over Always, These Days, Hey God or Dry County.

[Adam D]

Originally Posted by bjcrazycpa

Sure the set list wasn't great but has anyone that was there actually said the performance of this less than stellar set list was a "haflhearted performance".

deb

I was there and I can say it was ok, I def. wasn't enthralled by the performance. I've seen many better shows by the band.

[Adam D]

Originally Posted by xxx Rachel xxx

It saddens me even more because of what they played in Kansas - the reaction on this board to three rarities in that set proved that they can please the diehards and the casual fans in one night, all that's required is a bit of effort and thought. It's piss poor when you think that this is Jon's job. Yes, I get that they had a late night the night before this gig because of the bomb scare, and had to travel to a different city in Florida to play tonight, and they only have a few gigs left on the American leg of the tour - but it's still no excuse. I doubt anyone on here would be able to use the fact that they are tired for whatever reason and only have a few days left before they go on holiday to justify a halfhearted performance at work. So why should Jon?



Guess I'm just disappointed because Kansas showed us what they're still capable of, but Florida has reminded us how lazy they can be.

I TOTALLY agree with every word here. This was my 12th Jovi show and I find it ridiculous that I have yet to hear ANYTHING off of These Days live.