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RETURN TO FOREVER REUNION TOUR IN 2008!!!
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WOW ... I can't wait. I haven't been back to this thread in a while but reading the comments from people that have seen the show ... it's going to kill me to hold off for another 2 months till they come to Philadelphia.
Anyone got any recordings of shows on this tour - I have heaps of fusion to trade, my list here:
http://www.geocities.com/alexfrayne/night_vision2.html
email me know if interested, a
http://www.geocities.com/alexfrayne/night_vision2.html
email me know if interested, a
I got to see them in Seattle a few weeks back. The place gave them a standing ovation after nearly every piece. They are simply in a different class all by themselves. Talked to the audience quite a bit, very friendly. Stanley's acoustic bass performance was killer. I never got to see them in the 70's. It was quite a memorable evening.
I saw them this past weekend in Indianapolis. It was funny, Chick asked the audience how many were there 25 years ago and I just smiled knowing I hadn't even been born yet. The concert was simply amazing. I think the whole acoustic set was disturbingly good. I have seen Al Di Meola by himself here in Indy, but I really thought he was much better with RTF. Stanley's performance convinced me that he is probably the best player I have ever seen, and I have seen Victor 4 or 5 times. He is just good at every aspect of bass including both electric and upright, it was very inspiring. Great concert!
I saw them last Saturday, man I forgot what an incredible group of musicians. I think you would have a hard time finding another four players who could play that stuff! Although I find the old CD's a bit dated, live they are still incredible.
I have to wait until the get back from Europe to see them, but I'm expecting it to be amazing. It's great to hear such great reviews of the show. Everywhere I look people just say its amazing. They have some pictures up on their site www.return2forever.com from previous shows and small interviews on the bios. What was everyone's favorite part of the show? I'm so excited to go!
I saw the London gig on Monday night, it was one of the best performances I've ever seen by any band. The whole gig was just great, but Stan Clarke's DB solo had to be the highlight, I was stunned by it.
Less than a week (9/5) until the show at the Mann (Philly). The excitment is building.. It's and outdoor venue but I'll be under the roof. Hope its a decent evening weather wise...
Saw them once in the early 80s at the Academy of Music in the city. I remember it as a phenominal show....
Saw them once in the early 80s at the Academy of Music in the city. I remember it as a phenominal show....
Since it's after midnight on the east coast of NA .... I can finally say iI get to see it TONIGHT! I can't wait. From what everyone else has said, sounds like it's gonna be great!
had box seats at the RTF show this last Saturday... man, that's the best show I have seen in a long time. Stanley's solo was amazing.
Saw that show in Orlando.. Amazing
, Ill just say that Stanley's DB solo was just awe inspiring. What an amazingly tight band after so many years.
, Ill just say that Stanley's DB solo was just awe inspiring. What an amazingly tight band after so many years.I'm going on Thursday, to see their penultimate gig of the tour (NYC).
How come in all these glowing reviews no one's mentioned any of the tunes they've been playing?
How come in all these glowing reviews no one's mentioned any of the tunes they've been playing?
Cuz we're all too busy being blown away by the music to make a piddly set list, DUH! Enjoy the show!!
Amazing is all I can say. Just got home from the show in Philly. One of the best three shows I think I've ever seen! 
I had 2nd row center seats for the 2nd show of the tour I think it was, earlier this summer, and the seats I got say something about how excited I was to get a chance to see this band.
I'll preface by saying I like my fusion a bit harder-hitting, such as Mahavishnu though I'm a big fan of RTF as well and more so the individual players. I'll add this in for some balance, as it seems everyone is just raving about this tour - overall I was underwhelmed. I didn't think the band often took it to the 'top', and didn't go 'over the top' at all.
My fave solo was Dimeola's. Stanley's was technically amazing, but I'd have preferred a jam or tune instead, though that's my feeling for almost all solos I've ever seen/heard especially bass solos. Loved Stanley's Alembic tone.
I saw Herbie Hancock a few weeks later and that show was stupendous and I felt was infused with a lot more vitality and 'in the moment' playing. Herbie's band made me want to start a riot. RTF, too often during the set, made me want to start napping.
I'll preface by saying I like my fusion a bit harder-hitting, such as Mahavishnu though I'm a big fan of RTF as well and more so the individual players. I'll add this in for some balance, as it seems everyone is just raving about this tour - overall I was underwhelmed. I didn't think the band often took it to the 'top', and didn't go 'over the top' at all.
My fave solo was Dimeola's. Stanley's was technically amazing, but I'd have preferred a jam or tune instead, though that's my feeling for almost all solos I've ever seen/heard especially bass solos. Loved Stanley's Alembic tone.
I saw Herbie Hancock a few weeks later and that show was stupendous and I felt was infused with a lot more vitality and 'in the moment' playing. Herbie's band made me want to start a riot. RTF, too often during the set, made me want to start napping.
I'm going to the Boston show tonight. The Flecktones are opening for them. Victor and Stanley in one night! Both bands are just 100% talent. I can't wait. I'm so psyched.
