All right, who's going?

[QuoVadimus]

I will be there for both nights. Just out of curiosity, who else might I be running into?

[lizbeth_marie]

Both nights, me too. :)


e.

[chickzilla]

I have 4th row tickets for Wednesday night...
there's a possibility I won't get to use them.
But for now I will be there.

[Bubbles]

We will be there Thursday night.

[WKUClare]

I'll be there Thursday night. 6th row. I'm excited about it.

[JeffLester]

All tickets posted in the other thread have been Sec 3 so far, anybody elsewhere?

[genefruit]

Section 3 - both nights

[lerdave]

Section 3 both nights.

Row C Wednesday.

Row F Thursday

[chickzilla]

i guess Sean wanted the entire MB sitting in his section both nights.
:p

[3-Fan]

Both nights, flying solo, Row C and Row E Section 3

[Thistle]

lerdave and 3-fan I'll be near you.

SEC 3; Row C; Seat 1 WED
SEC 3; Row E; Seats 1 + 2 THURS

Now...how about a MB aftershow party on the Thursday night? We all head to a bar afterwards and reminisce about the good old days? I don't believe I'm the only one thinking along these lines...

(Maybe we should wear namebadges?)

[TopCat]

I'll be there Thursday! SEC 3 Row D Seats 5, 6, 7, 8

[chickzilla]

i guess i will warm up those 7 and 8 seats for you really good the night before there TopCat

[TopCat]

Sounds Good 'Zilla, err Rhiannon... :) Too bad we won't be there the same night. Perhaps we'll meet at the Fox in a few weeks?

It is cool that the MB'rs look like their in the same area...

[lizbeth_marie]

Hey Rhiannon, I'll be right there next to you on Wednesday night. I've got 5 & 6. :)

I'm in K on Thursday. I, being the idiot that I was when the offer went up, couldn't get my username to work. (Forgot that I had to leave off the underscore on their website.) So, it took me longer than it should have to log on and I ended up in K. (Am I really complaining about K? There's something really really wrong with that...) [bigeyes]

I can't wait to be there. I'll see some of you in Atlanta at the Fox too. (And in Bloomington, Covington, Louisville, and maybe Mansfield.) I figure it's the last chance for a long while, I might as well make the best of it. :)

Liz

[matt the fiddler]

Alas, I am not able to make it.. between missing work and the flight, it jsut was not happening. unless anyone wants to drop some plane tics at me :)

hope you guys enjoy the show!


presale was 10% of the Ryman seats I believe,.... a good number of people on the boards got emails....

[e-rock2]

Liz, Rhiannon, I'll be sitting in your row for Wed night as we have seats 1-4. Plus I have two other message boarders with me. I have the same seats for Thursday too oddly enough. What a blast it will be!!!!!!

Thistle, I think an aftershow party would be better on Wed night because many of us will be leaving to head home Friday morning. I can only swing the two days off work.

[Jimmie]

I'm in row E, but only on Thursday. See you there.

[mela_merenwen]

I'll be hanging with Eric in the fourth row both nights, and I'm up for any and all parties/get-togethers/shindigs either night.

So excited!

[Thistle]

E - if you kick me in the back on Wednesday I will return the favour on Thursday!

A Wed shindig sounds good - maybe on Thurs we could all meet up for a drink or such somewhere nearby beforehand and get to know each other a bit so we can put faces to names and still be back home early?

As a side note, is anyone else staying at the Best Western Downtown Convention Centre?

[matt the fiddler]

If you all meet for food, let me know- i will try to call in and say hi to the group!

matt

[QuoVadimus]

All I'm saying is name tags will be necessary.

Also, anyone consider that during the day on Thursday would be a good time to do a little face to face trading?

[acopley]

I will be the other message boarder hanging with Eric both nights. I'm really excited!

I definitely think a shindig is in order. :)

[3-Fan]

I really looking foward to this show and meeting some of you.

I've never been to Nashville. Anyone have suggestions on places to stay (inexpensive), do, eat, etc. I'll have the wife and 16 month old twins with me.


Hmm, good idea Quo, I'll bring a spindle of discs!

[David Royko]

I think I must've been the first one in, for the Thursday show (11/29). I ended up with Sec 3, row B, seats 3,4,5--Shocked, I had to doublecheck the seating chart. Jeff Lester is sitting next to us.

See you all there!

Dave Royko

[chickzilla]

so whoever else is going to be in ATL, i will start up a thread for that again sometime in the next few days. maybe we could work something out. the Fox usually has their snack bar open, we could all pop in for some popcorn and a quick chat... or something. :D
now i just HAVE to make Nashville happen.

[AdeleEiser]

I, as well as friend and fellow board member Tathiel, will be there both nights!

I'd be tempted to squeal a little were I more secure in my ''SOO-not-a-fangirl'' status. :rolleyes:

[Jimmie]

Originally posted by e-rock2
Liz, Rhiannon, I'll be sitting in your row for Wed night as we have seats 1-4. Plus I have two other message boarders with me. I have the same seats for Thursday too oddly enough. What a blast it will be!!!!!!
Eric, remember when I was taking pictures of the back of Brett's head at Merlefest? Well, this time it'll be the back of YOUR head. :) I'll be in E4 and E5 on Thursday. Lizbeth, even though you're back in K, I'll try to say hi. I met you at the NC concert in Cinci back about five years ago! We were right at the front of the line.

[samjaco2]

Looks like I'm officially going to the first night. Sec 5 Row C Seats 5 and 6.

Second night sold out too fast to get two tickets, so it looks like we've got a Ryman campout on our hands.

[dhami]

samjaco2, looks like i'll be sitting just behind you in row F. Alas, i to was shut out of Thrusday night. Anyone with extras?

david

[e-rock2]

Jimmie, I'll have to wear an oversized helmet so you can't see that night.

Victoria, I promise I won't kick you too hard. :-))

This is gonna be way too cool.

[Thistle]

Eric - I will be taking a wig in my bag. An enormous black bubble perm wig. If you kick too hard...the wig goes on. And stays on. Just a friendly warning. :D

[JeffLester]

Nobody in front to block my view. :cool:

Though I guess I don't know about those AA/BB rows.

How are those wooden benches on comfort?

[samjaco2]

Originally posted by JeffLester
Nobody in front to block my view. :cool:

Though I guess I don't know about those AA/BB rows.

How are those wooden benches on comfort?

Like sitting in church. . . only fun.

[EstherSmith]

i'm going thurs. night- Sec 3, Row C seats 5,6


looks like we will be piled together. i think its perfect that the band will see the band of us together right up front. that's sweet to me.


i'm curious to what some of your real names are. i think a name tag with the nickname and the real name is a good idea, who said that?

anybody know who the esther smith reference is?

[lerdave]

EstherSmith. My wife and I will warm up those seats for you on Wednesday night (we're in row f on Thursday).

[VamosTigres]

i got section 5 row K for wednesday. i WANTED balcony seats, but it kept giving me lower level. oh well. K should be far enough up that i'm not under the balcony. Thursday sold out quick for me too so i'm going to have to try Saturday. not that it matters, because i'm thinking the AA and BB rows, plus the front of the balcony will be up for grabs.

[TopCat]

If you want an idea of how cool this venue (ryman) is going to be for their final shows, check out this link:

http://www.photowebusa.com/opryland/ryman_auditorium.html

(note: you can click on the picture and move it around for a 360 degree view)

After the Fox last Friday I'm so excited for late November!!!

But it will be oh so bittersweet...

[jgarrow]

Hey TopCat - check your PMs.

Thanks,
Jeff

[samjaco2]

How are these shows not sold out yet?

[Jimmie]

Where was that info about the downtown Nashville Hotel that had a Nickel Creek rate for the nights of their shows? I can't seem to find that thread or posting.

[3-Fan]

Jimmie,

In the email, it says it is the Hampton Inn Nashville/Vanderbilt. mention Nickel Creek Fans to get the group rate of $119. Must be reserved by 10/28.

Is that what you needed?

Greg

[Jimmie]

Originally posted by 3-Fan
In the email, it says it is the Hampton Inn Nashville/Vanderbilt. mention Nickel Creek Fans to get the group rate of $119. Must be reserved by 10/28.

Is that what you needed?
Yes, thank you. I couldn't remember where I saw it, and I was thinking that it was in a thread here. Apparently not. But it is now! :)

[JeffLester]

Originally posted by Jimmie

Yes, thank you. I couldn't remember where I saw it, and I was thinking that it was in a thread here. Apparently not. But it is now! :) They sent it to you in an email.

[JeffLester]

Originally posted by samjaco2
How are these shows not sold out yet? The last time I checked Ticketmaster out of curiosity the Thursday show was sold out. But I checked just now and there were still seats available.

[QuoVadimus]

Ok, so there's been much ado about The Fox Theatre show being their largest crowd yet. But from what I've been reading, Ryman can seat more people. If they sell out, will the final shows be the largest audiences ever?

[e-rock2]

I believe the seating capacity per show is 2200 people. At least that's the number that I was told when tickets went on sale. So it won't be anywhere near the Fox crowd. I've been in there before and that number sounds right. It's definitely not a huge theater.

[TopCat]

Originally posted by e-rock2
I believe the seating capacity per show is 2200 people. At least that's the number that I was told when tickets went on sale. So it won't be anywhere near the Fox crowd. I've been in there before and that number sounds right. It's definitely not a huge theater.

They ryman website seating chart lists 1298 seats for the main floor and 1064 for the Balcony. (total - 2362). This is right about half the size of the Fox which seats 4,678.

[JeffLester]

My tickets arrived via UPS the other day. :D

[LevellerRich]

Double post.... :rolleyes:

[LevellerRich]

I'm going! Finally booked it all about 30 minutes ago. Not the best seats in the house, but it's more important to be there in any seat than not! I'm staying at the BW Downtown Convention Centre. I'm certainly up for partying...

[steindawg]

Has anyone recieved their ticketmaster seats yet? I got mine from the pre-sale last week. But the ticketmaster Saturday sale have yet to arrive.

And they won't be arriving since I am picking them up at willcall... :p


Have we started to establish pre-game festivities for either night?

[lerdave]

Still seats available for Thursday at the Ryman ( I assume for Wednesday too). It's hard to figure out Ticketmaster. For awhile there were no seats available. One day I looked and they only had obstructed view seats. Now there are regular seats that are better than what you could get a couple of weeks ago.

[Thistle]

Right then guys - the gig is drawing ever nearer and I'm appointing myself to the Party Planning Committee. Quite a few people have said they'd like to meet up whilst in Nashville and I'm certainly very much in favour of such an endeavour. I'll throw out an idea and it can be debated.

Basically, instead of us all trying to find our way to a place many of us might not know, how about we all meet at the Ryman prior to the gig on the Wednesday (and similarly on the Thursday if so desired). It'd be a good chance for those who are Will Call to pick up their tickets and chances are we'll have all worked out where it is. Now I don't know N-ville at all but maybe someone could suggest somewhere nearby we could all go for a bite to eat or a couple of drinks before we head back to the venue?

Thoughts, ideas, objections?

[LevellerRich]

Originally posted by Thistle

Basically, instead of us all trying to find our way to a place many of us might not know, how about we all meet at the Ryman prior to the gig on the Wednesday (and similarly on the Thursday if so desired). It'd be a good chance for those who are Will Call to pick up their tickets and chances are we'll have all worked out where it is. Now I don't know N-ville at all but maybe someone could suggest somewhere nearby we could all go for a bite to eat or a couple of drinks before we head back to the venue?

Thoughts, ideas, objections? Sounds like a plan as good as any...

[mela_merenwen]

I'm in for Thistle's plan. What time should we meet on Wednesday?

[Thistle]

I'm flying tomorrow morning so won't be able to check this website from tonight until I get back on Sunday so hopefully plans won't change - if they do I won't know about it!

Doors are at 7:30, right? Shall those who wish to partake in this social extravaganza meet outside the main doors at the front of the Ryman at, say, 5:30? Will that leave us enough time to get a meal somewhere?

Anyone want to take sticky labels we can use as nametags? I should be easy enough to recognise - 5'5'', brunette, green coat, raucous laugh, Scottish accent, really freaking excited.

Come on guys - everyone seemed really enthusiastic about this idea initially and it could be a great start to the evening!

[JeffLester]

Doors are at 6:30, show at 7:30.

[Thistle]

Thanks for that Jeff. How about 5PM then?

[steindawg]

sounds like a plan

[3-Fan]

I'll do my best to be there at 5. Kinda makes it tough since our twins (16 months old) eat at 5 ish. It will be hard to leave the wife and kids at the hotel that early in the evening without a vehicle since we are staying a good 15 minutes from there (Brentwood).

Unless someone wants to pick me up......

Greg

[acopley]

5 sounds like a plan to me. I can bring nametags. :)

[JeffLester]

I won't be able to attend, plane gets in it at 5:30 (cutting it close, I know).

[LevellerRich]

OK 5pm - I'll be there, big guy, no hair, dressed in black, sounding like John Lennon (I wish!)


Although I suppose I should wear a Levellers t-shirt...

[Thistle]

Hey Rich - I PM'ed you on the .co.uk about phone numbers and such.

I'm going to go on an immense bus tour on the Wednesday morning. Can't wait!

[LevellerRich]

Originally posted by Thistle
Hey Rich - I PM'ed you on the .co.uk about phone numbers and such.

I'm going to go on an immense bus tour on the Wednesday morning. Can't wait!
Just received and replied... If you get it now, I'm on my way in 6 hours!

PS: To anybody else - how much does a bottle of Wild Turkey retail for in the US?

[Thistle]

Awesome Rich - have your digits and I'll see you at the airport!

And shall we say same time, same place on Thursday for those who won't be there on Weds but who might also want to meet fellow messageboarders? I'll try to make that night also.

[Red Zep]

Originally posted by LevellerRich

PS: To anybody else - how much does a bottle of Wild Turkey retail for in the US?

Ha... I think it depends on where you go, but usually I'm guessing its in the 18-20 range. I don't do Wild Turkey so I wouldn't know the exact amount.



Does anyone else's ticket say ''FARWELL (FOR NOW) TOUR''?

[e-rock2]

I sadly am not going to be able to make it to these shows so I hope everyone has a great time.

Sorry I won't get to kick the back of your chair Victoria. :(

[Thistle]

Oh wow - that's a real shame Eric. I was looking forward to putting a face to the name and friendly messages. I'll do my best to document and review everything for everyone so you can at least live vicariously. I can't believe so many people are having to drop out. What a shame. You'll all be missed.

[TopCat]

I'll still be there on Thursday. I don't think I'll be able to meet up before the show but i'll see you guys inside the auditorium. Can't beleive its finally here.


And yes Redzep, my tickets say: Farwell (For Now) Tour .

[3-Fan]

I will not be able to meet you guys for dinner. But will see you at the shows. Any plans for afterwards? I do have the green light for that.

I think I will be in a green OHIO hat.

Weds seat is Section 3 Row C Seat 1
Thurs seat is Section 3 Row E Seat 6

[JeffLester]

Originally posted by e-rock2
I sadly am not going to be able to make it to these shows so I hope everyone has a great time. Bummer, I was looking forward to meeting you too.

[Thistle]

Originally posted by 3-Fan
I will not be able to meet you guys for dinner. But will see you at the shows. Any plans for afterwards? I do have the green light for that.

I think I will be in a green OHIO hat.

Weds seat is Section 3 Row C Seat 1
Thurs seat is Section 3 Row E Seat 6

Hi - I'll be your seatmate in C2 on Weds. I'll try not to be too annoying but I'm not promising anything.

Okay - off to sleep and then NASHVEGAS, BABY!!! See most of you there!

[3-Fan]

Thistle,

Hopefully I will be recording so you will have to be somewhat under control please!!

Have a safe flight!
Greg

[Red Zep]

Wow, people in England call it NASHVEGAS too?!

:D

[Red Zep]

Originally posted by JeffLester
Bummer, I was looking forward to meeting you too.

? E-Rock?? Why would anyone want to meet that weirdo?!

:p

[run]

[steindawg]

We bumped into Sara last night. We were coming back to the hotel and she was catching a cab. I think I caught her off guard a little, but once I told her we were in town for the shows she figured it out. The Ryman is like two blocks away...can't wait.

[e-rock2]

Like Red Zep said, why would anyone want to meet that freak? The proper word is freak not weirdo. We can't be offending the weirdos. :-))

Jeff, one of these days I'll make it out to California for a WFH show.

I do hope everyone has a great time while there.

[Red Zep]

Originally posted by e-rock2
The proper word is freak not weirdo.

You know... I almost said freak

[e-rock2]

See, you should always go with your first thought. You would have been right. Besides, you've met me, you should know better.

[m4wagner]

Originally posted by TopCat


And yes Redzep, my tickets say: Farwell (For Now) Tour . [/B]

that's weird. Chris said at the concert in LA that the LA show was the last official show of that tour. The next couple of shows in Nashville were extra, he said, like an afterparty. Not that it matters, i guess, just wondering why there's a discrepancy.

[e-rock2]

Since these shows are in the South, perhaps it doubles as a celebration of Jerry Farwell's life. :rolleyes:

[Red Zep]

Originally posted by e-rock2
Since these shows are in the South, perhaps it doubles as a celebration of Jerry Farwell's life. :rolleyes:

Hehe... are you talking about the preacher who sued Hustler?

If that's the case, I think you meant Falwell. Either way, thats funny.

[e-rock2]

I knew that and just wanted to have a little play on words since it was spelled wrong to begin with. You are quick to catch that. :p

[Red Zep]

Originally posted by e-rock2
I knew that and just wanted to have a little play on words since it was spelled wrong to begin with. You are quick to catch that. :p

Well if you say it in that old Southern accent it sounds like ''Fahwell'' anyway. [nod]

[JeffLester]

Originally posted by m4wagner
that's weird. Chris said at the concert in LA that the LA show was the last official show of that tour. The next couple of shows in Nashville were extra, he said, like an afterparty. Not that it matters, i guess, just wondering why there's a discrepancy. Well that show was kind of the last show of that tour. They were on a tour for several weeks with shows on consecutive nights with a day off here and there. And now they took a week and half off before Nashville. But hopefully they've been woodshedding and will come out with some special treats. :D

I'm off to LAX in about a half hour.

[steindawg]

Guys I won't be able to make the pres show meeting tonight. We have a family member in town who is going to show us around before hand. So I will see you guys at the show, and then we will catch up before tomorrow's show.

[stratos22]

It was good to see you guys tonight. Looking forward to Thursday's show too! Row E also. If I can't make it for meet & eat before the show I'll definitely be up for anything afterwards.

Thistle, I hope I didn't get in your way tonight!


Matt

[steindawg]

Are you guys still going to meet up pre-show tonight? Where did you hang out before hand last night?

[BobVersion1]

Not sure if wrong to ask here... but how was the show? Any info? I'm sure there are a ton of people who couldn't make it that would love to hear details... lol. Hope everyone who could make it is having fun and enjoying themselves! :)

[Jimmie]

Due to an unbelievable screw-up (my own), I do NOT have tickets for tonights show!

If anyone has an unused pair of good seats at face value, PLEASE call my cell:

440 289 2898

Thanks. I hope to see you there.

Jimmie

[Red Zep]

Originally posted by Jimmie
Due to an unbelievable screw-up (my own), I do NOT have tickets for tonights show!

If anyone has an unused pair of good seats at face value, PLEASE call my cell:

440 289 2898

Thanks. I hope to see you there.

Jimmie

Dang that sucks. I hope you found some man.

[Jimmie]

Originally posted by Red Zep
Dang that sucks. I hope you found some man.
Indeed, I did, thanks. Here they are saying goodbye at the very end of the evening.

[Squid Kidd]

I'm so glad you found a ticket Jimmie. Something you'll remember the rest of your life I'm sure.

So........setlist anyone??!!?!!?!


congrats to all who attended,
Brian