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A Night with PiL
| May 11th, 2010 @ Ramshead Live! |
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by Courtney Campbell
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When one hears about a band having a reunion tour, there are many thoughts that go through your mind regarding how they will sound, how they will look, are my expectations too high,will I be disappointed, etc. Many of these thoughts I'm sure went through the minds of those contemplating seeing PiL on their announced tour but those all vanished when John Lydon and company took the stage. Without an opening act, PiL took to the stage around 8:30pm with a simple backdrop of their logo. The crowd, which I have to say was lacking as pre-sale was less than 300, was made up mainly 40  somethings and older with a few younger tossed in for good measure. It wasn't a very active crowd but I did see an older man near the front pogo for most of the show. Of course there were those at the show that were there because this was Johnny Rotten onstage and they really didn't know PiL's material but hopefully by the end of the night they were able to see Johnny as the performer that he is and not just his personification in the Sex Pistols. PiL's music is multidimentional. I don't believe it to be something for just the casual listener either; it's something that grows on you and seeps into your soul. This was a night for looking back to where we all came from and also a night to look forward. Younger performers should take note and strive to be more like those that have come before them.
Another note to make regarding this show was that it was being filmed for a documentary. After the show Johnny came out and signed autographs for people as well as had photos taken with people. Other bands should take note of this too. Here's a man that is basically the Godfather of Punk Rock/DIY attitude and here he is out meeting fans.
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