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Post by Chris on Nov 16, 2009 13:51:57 GMT -5
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Post by windofmysoul2 on Nov 16, 2009 13:56:36 GMT -5
Well said Christine. Patience, which many do not have, is a virtue that one needs. Who would have thought...Bad Breaks...WOW...now I bet no one would have picked that one as a song he would perform. To understand the pleasure of seeing and hearing that song performed by Yusuf, is indicative of a "true" fan. I believe that Yusuf is beyond all of this. I am sure he still knows that many of his fans, the majority, especially those from Majicat, would never do or support what happened.
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Post by Sir Lorry Load on Nov 16, 2009 13:56:43 GMT -5
Wow, I come on late because of a nasty headache and read this?? From the sound of it, if they didn't know Bad Brakes, then they must have been only a few hits fans. To me, some of Cats/Yusufs best songs were the ones that never made it to the top 40's hit. And he definately sang more Cat songs than from his recent CD's I just find it sad that Yusuf is trying to give us his all, and to be booed is very sad. They should have just been happy to be lucky enough to have been able to attend it. There are many, like myself, who would have given anything to go, but can't afford to fly over seas. Then to hear the boos and walk out is very disturbing. The song list to me sounded very extensive. Actually a great song list! If people would have just calmed down long enough to listen, they would have been given a real treat last night.... Well, I guess it was their loss.... I hope Yusuf doesn't take this to heart. Hi Christine, I'm with you and many others here, I would have been sorely (no pun intended!) tempted to relinquish a pinky finger in order to have the opportunity (and honor) to attend Yusuf's latest show. I have been a fan since 1971 and have never had the privilege of seeing the man perform in person, and that's what I would consider it: a true privilege. I think it's absolutely fantastic that he chose to dig into his extensive catalogue for a song such as "Bad Brakes". And I would have loved to have witnessed the preview of his upcoming "Moonshadow" stage show, as well. Please don't feel discouraged in the least, Yusuf. Those of us who love you and closely keep up with all that you do fully understand and appreciate what your intentions are in regards to this present concert series, and we support your efforts without reservation. I, too, would like to offer my great thanks to all of our Majicat friends for keeping us non concert-attendees so well briefed and informed as to last evening's events. Thank you all so very much! -Bud P.S. -- Feel better, Christine... nasty headache: "go a-way"! |
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Post by SuzieQ on Nov 16, 2009 13:57:46 GMT -5
It's all random... MostlyYusuf Islam - Live in Dublin... This gig has to rank among the most unusual I have been to and anybody who listened to Gerry Ryan this morning certainly knows why! I have been a big Cat Stevens fan for many years now and grew to appreciate his music mroe when I learned to play the guitar. The man has such a grasp of melody it's scary. After converting to Islam 33 years ago and quitting the music industry I never thought I would geta chance to see him live. When he released his first album in 30 years (An Other Cup) a few years ago I became hopeful and this year he decided to do a mini-tour to back his new 'Roadsinger' album. I was online like a flash and got myself a front row ticket! We arrived at the Point Depot (The O2 my arse!) just as the doors were opening and had a good look around the updated venue. Very nice indeed but a little too blue for my liking! We couldn't go into our seats yet but could see Yusuf doing the sound checks personally. We were then approached by an employee of O2 who gave us free wristbands to get into the 'Blueroom' bar. It's a fancy feature of the new arena that you have to pay to get into...obviously not many have been doing this hence the free entry. Feeling all special we sipped our pint while the 'O2 Angels' hovered around chatting to all the men with the obvious aim of luring is into becoming O2 Blueroom subscribers...they didn't say as much but that was the idea. We made our way to the front row and Yusuf made his way on stage at 8pm on the dot alone with nothing but a guitar and strummed out a couple of songs. After all these years he hasn't lost his touch whatsoever. With every song arrived another member of the backing band until the full 7 piece were out in full force. My own personal favourite Cat Stevens song, 'Where do the Children Play?' was a highlight for me. However, I noticed that the crowd were a little rowdy for a Yusuf Islam gig. They kept shouting out requests while he was talking and generally being disrespectful. He is such a calm performer and takes time to explain the origins of the songs which really makes the gig into more than a simple performance. The interval came we went back to the Blueroom with the sound of Yusuf's promises of a special surprise still in our ears. The second half started with a new set and yusuf explained how he had always wanted to write a musical and had written one called 'Moonshadow' which incorporated many of his old songs. We were then treated to a 45 minute preview of the full show with a ten strong cast. This is when things turned ugly. This was a bit of a shock to some in the crown and the boos got louder and louder as did the profanity. A few people even tried to run backstage. People certainly didn't like that he was offstage and that other people were singing the hits. I didn't like it either - but not as violently as some people. It's all well and good to have a musical but this was not the time nor the place to showcase it. If you had paid to see a musical that would have been grand but we had paid to see Yusuf Islam. Luckily that wasn't the last we saw of him and he took to the stage (visibly shaken by the reaction it has to be said) and carried on playing for another hour. The crown slowly settled but continued to boo at every new song...it was hits only for some people. The encore consisted of a duet with Ronan Keating singing Father and Son. In all it was a good gig but the musical section was a mistake. It needed to have been explicitly stated that there would be a musical section and that the concert would resume afterwards. Maybe then the crown would not have felt so cheated. I came away happy...and a little bemused by the crowd. I can see their point but it was a clear over-reaction...the man didn't deserve that. This morning I head reports that multiple people had to be escorted out and that one security guard was even attacked...you don't really expect this with a crowd that is mainly 50+. I felt bad for the ten performers of the musical. They did their job well...it was a shame it was in the middle of a comeback gig. I would say that this will be Yusuf's last Irish gig. We let ourselves down there and let a legend walk away with a less than favourable impression. What the gig did show is that Yusuf is still a creative and evolving artist. He doesn't just stand there and play his back calalogue. He does something new and recreates his old material in light of his life experience showing that he is still relevant. I would go again and would be more favourable to the musical section knowing that it was not the end...
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Post by flemmishfangent on Nov 16, 2009 14:05:33 GMT -5
Oh my God this is really a WILD WILD world Yusuf you said it again in a interview maybe more wild then 30 years ago .But the ones who had going out were donkeys and not looking further then there noses.And however you are doing your best there will be people who want see it .They are not the real fans Yusuf and i'm ashamed in there place.Like you are saying education is needed much it's a step to a better world think they did'ent get that education.
What do i learn from it that this show will be a very fantastic show never to forget and i count the days for the eight of december so scared something stupid would happen so that i can't be there.I'm looking forward because i know what Yusuf is doing is doing with heart and soul and with a reason and all who really is following himfrom near by is 'ent dissapointed because they understand the man .So Yusuf don't look back to those selfish people who had'dent a clue .Love you till London with all my Majicaterfriends .
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Post by rubylove25 on Nov 16, 2009 14:13:17 GMT -5
Im so upset at all the bad press Ive read today and all I can think is they arent true fans - Yusuf must be wondering if it was worth the trip to Ireland - just hope he gets a better reception in Birmingham, Liverpool & London, pity help anybody sitting next to me in Liverpool or London who behave so badly they will get the lashings of this Majicatters tongue !!!!!!!!!!!!
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Post by nancy on Nov 16, 2009 15:11:28 GMT -5
I am SO SHOCKED by all I have read.  I then made the mistake of going onto Facebook - ohhhhhh Lordie. Thank God for a few SANE people - who are posting positive things. These people, who attended, got to "preview" an upcoming piece of musical theatre !! How many of us would LOVE THAT? And since WHEN does an audience get to pick and choose an artist's playlist - let alone holler and sceam out WHAT they wanted in WHAT order using very tacky words? I have followed this man and is wonderful music, message, and spirit for 36 years. What I wouldn't give to have an opportunity to see him perfom live. What a shame ...... people can be so crass - and yes, I will say it - dumb !!! Yusuf - never stop. You came back and for that we are forever grateful. Don't let a few fools dampen your spirit and creativity. Peace all ...... thanks for everything that you all do. Nancy |
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Post by Daddy-o on Nov 16, 2009 15:57:08 GMT -5
The positive concert reports and photos are just great. Yusuf has truly evolved and there's always a new slant on some of those old songs from him. Fabulous that they sang 'Bad Brakes' which no doubt pleased Alun since he co-wrote it. 'Back To Earth' is such an underrated album. If Yusuf revamps the song 'Never' or '100 I Dream' I think I'll die happily!!!!
A shame there were a few ignorant and ungrateful punters! The Moonshadow Musical segment looked quite amazing, the cast sang incredibly well and those backdrops by Dogan Ur were beautiful.
Suzie Q says it so much better than me but Yusuf is someone who truly engages with his audience... he's also doing something quite innovative with the musical. It may not appeal to those 'fans' that go for a greatest hits type show. You can understand why artists like Van Morrison don't utter a word between songs in concert, they do the job and they're off.
Yusuf's creativity just gets better
Rock on :-)
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Post by majidhussain on Nov 16, 2009 15:59:22 GMT -5
Hello all...
This is the first time i'm posting here. I was at the concert yesterday with the family, and it was incredible to see Yusuf on stage looking and sounding so great. The audience reaction was really bizarre but with so much Guinness and Carlsberg flying around the place what can we expect.
Yusuf was incredible through out, he was shouted out a plenty to perform every song that the bad mannered individuals threw at him and when he didn't, the response was just blatantly rude.
If people actually took a moment to be quiet they would have realised that he was actually singing his CS back catalog (14 out of the 22 songs) - but the Dublin crowd didn't give him a chance. To be fair most of the audience were enjoying the concert and were noticeably disturbed by the rants of a few.
In the many times i've seen Yusuf perform i've not experienced what I saw last night but I ended up admiring him a lot more after seeing the way in which he carried himself on stage. He was patient with the crowd even though they had no patience.
Yusuf is as true as his music and that is what stood out last night, by the Grace of God.
I hope the people who were so rude last night have taken time out to reflect on how they behaved.
peace
majid
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Post by JaneB on Nov 16, 2009 16:11:32 GMT -5
I am SO SHOCKED by all I have read. I then made the mistake of going onto Facebook - ohhhhhh Lordie. Thank God for a few SANE people - who are posting positive things. These people, who attended, got to "preview" an upcoming piece of musical theatre !! How many of us would LOVE THAT? And since WHEN does an audience get to pick and choose an artist's playlist - let alone holler and sceam out WHAT they wanted in WHAT order using very tacky words? I have followed this man and is wonderful music, message, and spirit for 36 years. What I wouldn't give to have an opportunity to see him perfom live. What a shame ...... people can be so crass - and yes, I will say it - dumb !!! Yusuf - never stop. You came back and for that we are forever grateful. Don't let a few fools dampen your spirit and creativity. Peace all ...... thanks for everything that you all do. Nancy Nancy - loved how you told Etienne off on Facebook! With that "Enough!!" I could almost picture you! His real fans need to be vocal in their support right now so he know we outnumber the nay-sayers. This board is on fire today! I have never seen anything like it and it is really affecting my productivity at work! ;D |
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Post by Chris on Nov 16, 2009 16:35:01 GMT -5
Hello all... This is the first time i'm posting here. I was at the concert yesterday with the family, and it was incredible to see Yusuf on stage looking and sounding so great. The audience reaction was really bizarre but with so much Guinness and Carlsberg flying around the place what can we expect. Yusuf was incredible through out, he was shouted out a plenty to perform every song that the bad mannered individuals threw at him and when he didn't, the response was just blatantly rude. If people actually took a moment to be quiet they would have realised that he was actually singing his CS back catalog (14 out of the 22 songs) - but the Dublin crowd didn't give him a chance. To be fair most of the audience were enjoying the concert and were noticeably disturbed by the rants of a few. In the many times i've seen Yusuf perform i've not experienced what I saw last night but I ended up admiring him a lot more after seeing the way in which he carried himself on stage. He was patient with the crowd even though they had no patience. Yusuf is as true as his music and that is what stood out last night, by the Grace of God. I hope the people who were so rude last night have taken time out to reflect on how they behaved. peace majid Thank You Majid for your reflection on the night. It was truly their loss for not giving the man a chance. From where I stand (not seeing any of the concerts, only reading reviews of them. ) This was definitely one of the best, with so many old songs being sung, as well a few new songs to wet everyones appetite. And the added benefit of being given the opportunity to see bits and pieces of the new musical,. What more can a person ask for?!! I really hope that Yusuf doesn't take the bad manners of a few to heart. It sounds like he handled with a light heart. I am sure the other concerts will be much better. Christine |
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Post by nancy on Nov 16, 2009 16:35:07 GMT -5
I am SO SHOCKED by all I have read. I then made the mistake of going onto Facebook - ohhhhhh Lordie. Thank God for a few SANE people - who are posting positive things. These people, who attended, got to "preview" an upcoming piece of musical theatre !! How many of us would LOVE THAT? And since WHEN does an audience get to pick and choose an artist's playlist - let alone holler and sceam out WHAT they wanted in WHAT order using very tacky words? I have followed this man and is wonderful music, message, and spirit for 36 years. What I wouldn't give to have an opportunity to see him perfom live. What a shame ...... people can be so crass - and yes, I will say it - dumb !!! Yusuf - never stop. You came back and for that we are forever grateful. Don't let a few fools dampen your spirit and creativity. Peace all ...... thanks for everything that you all do. Nancy Nancy - loved how you told Etienne off on Facebook! With that "Enough!!" I could almost picture you! His real fans need to be vocal in their support right now so he know we outnumber the nay-sayers. This board is on fire today! I have never seen anything like it and it is really affecting my productivity at work! ;D Jane - LOL ..... I am usually a very peace loving person ..... but that Etienne person just keeps going on and on and on .... and I just freaked !!! STILL is posting - unbelievable ! Now he is complaining that the Moonshadow singers sounded like Disney singers ..... THAT'S Musical Theatre !!!! I've heard the singer's voice - and it's a VERY good musical theatre voice. .... ohhhhhh I better stop. I very seldom get real riled in life at people - but boy - to see what some of those people wrote - especially that one ...... I felt as if I were a Mama bear protecting my cubs  YES Jane - more of us need to speak up - you are right - thanks ! ~Peace all ~ Nancy |
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Post by nancy on Nov 16, 2009 17:15:43 GMT -5
Hello all... This is the first time i'm posting here. I was at the concert yesterday with the family, and it was incredible to see Yusuf on stage looking and sounding so great. The audience reaction was really bizarre but with so much Guinness and Carlsberg flying around the place what can we expect. Yusuf was incredible through out, he was shouted out a plenty to perform every song that the bad mannered individuals threw at him and when he didn't, the response was just blatantly rude. If people actually took a moment to be quiet they would have realised that he was actually singing his CS back catalog (14 out of the 22 songs) - but the Dublin crowd didn't give him a chance. To be fair most of the audience were enjoying the concert and were noticeably disturbed by the rants of a few. In the many times i've seen Yusuf perform i've not experienced what I saw last night but I ended up admiring him a lot more after seeing the way in which he carried himself on stage. He was patient with the crowd even though they had no patience. Yusuf is as true as his music and that is what stood out last night, by the Grace of God. I hope the people who were so rude last night have taken time out to reflect on how they behaved. peace majid Thank you Majid for your prospective ...... it is enlightening. The sentence that stands out that you write: "He was patient with the crowd even though they had no patience."May we all learn from him ..... I surely hope that Yusuf was not hurt by the behavior of some. It is sad. I pray that the other concerts are more open minded - to a wonderful experience. They need to "listen" ..... ~ Peace & Light ~ Nancy |
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Post by Silent Sunlight on Nov 16, 2009 18:07:45 GMT -5
I've never been able to see Cat/Yusuf in concert and I'd die of joy to be in the same room with him even if he only sang one song! I'm sick at heart and tears are falling down my face and a lump in my throat thinking of how hurt Yusuf must be feeling. I don't know where I got this idea, but I've always felt he was a little fragile about criticism and easily upset and I'm so sad to think he will feel like he shouldn't have come back to touring. My hope, my huge HOPE is that the fans who will be at the next date of this concert have read all the reviews and that they will be on their feet cheering their HEARTS OUT for Yusuf and clapping louder than anyone has ever clapped before to let him know how completely BELOVED he is to his true fans. If anyone reading this is going to see him, I know you will be raising the ROOF with applause and cheers to give his sad spirit a huge lift. I can't WAIT to hear how much love he receives at his next show!!
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Post by JaneB on Nov 16, 2009 19:10:52 GMT -5
Silent Sunlight, I agree with you. All day long I was angry and "fired-up" over all of this, so on the way I played "Peace Train" - very loud and then "The Wind" to ground me. Just now, I started reading one of the blogs and I almost started crying. I do believe that the the real fans will do their mighty best to make Yusuf feel loved and welcome in the upcoming shows! My hands already hurt just thinking about how hard I am going to clap!
For now, I sit here listening to the Majikat CD, letting today fade away and hoping that tomorrow is much better for all of us.
Jane
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Post by crobarbie on Nov 16, 2009 19:36:30 GMT -5
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Post by paulo on Nov 16, 2009 19:40:31 GMT -5
After reading this thread it has left me feeling very very angry and sad- I mean how dare these people!
Quite frankly all those people who decided to walk out, slow clap, jeer or boo the great man are a bunch on ungrateful shits (sorry more my choice of word)
I know that I would gladly pay any amount of money (or even as Bud suggests give a limb) to even hear Yusuf do one song live! After reading the set list I have to say it sounds like a great show! I mean he did Bad Brakes and Tuesday's dead live for crying out loud! Also it's not like he was completely off stage while the musical was being previewed- didn't he play guitar and stuff?
Yusuf was totally upfront and honest about the fact the show would include a preview of his musical- the man has been talking about this musical for years!
In short I am extremely disappointed by the reaction of a few drunken, ignorant idiots who don't appreciate this man's incredible talent or what he was trying to achieve with this show.
As Cat Stevens fans we have all waited so long for this moment when he would finally feel comfortable doing live shows once again- but now, after this, I could definitely understand if he decided to simply finish up with the few shows he has left and never go on tour again! I hope he doesn't do this but if this is the kind of reception and complete lack of respect and support he is going to receive, than I couldn't blame him.
I'm getting quite emotional writing this post- I revere this man so so much and would give anything to see him live- I really want him to come to Australia. I really want to see his musical as well- anything associated with this man, entertainment/music wise, is excellent as far as I'm concerned. I now worry that he might decide not to travel the show... I mean he has said that the determining factor as to whether he'll take it abroad would be based on how these shows go down...
I just can't get over these self centred fools- How dare they!
This musical is Yusuf's life work- he has been so excited about it in every interview he has done for at least the last two years! if they weren't aware of this than they have no right to call themselves Cat Stevens fans!!
I do hope the remaining shows go extremely well!
On a more positive note, you know that Cat Stevens tribute show which tours Australia that i went to earlier in the year? (Peace Train: the Cat Stevens story) well it's almost sold out the Sydney Opera house for a show in February! So, as I have said previously, this is just more evidence of how strong Yusuf's fan base is in Oz- we're even selling out the tribute show at the venue as big as the Opera House. So if Yusuf wants a better place to tour than I strongly suggest he ditches Dublin in the future and comes down our way!
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Post by crobarbie on Nov 16, 2009 19:44:17 GMT -5
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Post by Kat Ashley on Nov 16, 2009 22:28:27 GMT -5
I'm new to the board. I just posted this over at Yusuf's board, and I guess I'll introduce myself soon (shy):
I'm from Phoenix in the USA and I got up early to read everyone's comments because I was so excited to hear about Yusuf at O2. I've been heartsick all day. My goodness, me and millions more would have done most anything to have seen Yusuf live and get a preview of MoonShadow. To hear that people were that disrespectful to the wonderful kids that worked so hard to bring a wonderful show (which by all accounts it was) to us boggles ones mind. All I can say, if you're going to these shows to see Cat Stevens circa 1976, go to YouTube - you can see him there in all his glory 24-7. If you want to see a fellow giving an extraordinary gift to his fans that we never thought possible, come to these shows and enjoy and be happy.
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Post by elad on Nov 16, 2009 23:04:57 GMT -5
With all the whining and complaining about what he did or did not play, whether musical preview ran too long or shouldn't have been there at all...I'm reminded of a line from Rick Nelson, "If memories were all I sang, I'd rather drive a truck!" Yusuf still has the music in him and we're blessed that he is willing to share it with us.
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Post by waterside on Nov 17, 2009 1:51:12 GMT -5
With all the whining and complaining about what he did or did not play, whether musical preview ran too long or shouldn't have been there at all...I'm reminded of a line from Rick Nelson, "If memories were all I sang, I'd rather drive a truck!" Yusuf still has the music in him and we're blessed that he is willing to share it with us. I have also been thinking of this song "Garden Party" that Rick Nelson wrote after he was booed, practically off the stage, at Madison Square Garden for singing his newer songs instead of just singing his old hits. That song came to mind immediately when I started reading all the posts and reviews about Yusuf's Dublin concert. I just couldn't believe anyone would be so cruel to do that. I would have thought they would be so thrilled to have Yusuf back giving concerts that anything he did would have pleased them. They shouldn't serve alcohol in the venues if some members of the audience are going to drink so much they lose control of their senses and behave in such a rowdy manner. As everyone says, no true fan of Cat/Yusuf would ever behave as those people did. I wonder if any of them are apalled at their actions after thinking about what they did and realizing they missed half the songs that Yusuf sang. |
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Post by crobarbie on Nov 17, 2009 2:34:23 GMT -5
Irish Times "Radio presenter Gerry Ryan, who was there, said he had never seen such a “level of hate and bile and viciousness” from an Irish audience. He heard one fan shout at the singer: “play Peace Train, you f***ing b******” . He said he met Yusuf after the show and the singer was “utterly shocked” and his family, who were in the audience, were traumatised by what had happened. “I really felt so incredibly ashamed,” Ryan added." www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/ireland/2009/1117/1224258981275.htmlWell, they have to be ashamed (of course, not the majority... but we are always ashamed when, for example, our neigbour do something which is not right, so I can understand Ryan) YUSUF, yours true & thousands of "normal" fans are with you, with your art & music, glad & happy that you are not "mechanical traveling jukebox"  |
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Post by marier on Nov 17, 2009 4:22:59 GMT -5
Irish Times "Radio presenter Gerry Ryan, who was there, said he had never seen such a “level of hate and bile and viciousness” from an Irish audience. He heard one fan shout at the singer: “play Peace Train, you f***ing b******” . He said he met Yusuf after the show and the singer was “utterly shocked” and his family, who were in the audience, were traumatised by what had happened. “I really felt so incredibly ashamed,” Ryan added." Being Irish I also feel very ashamed at the behaviour of some very ignorant people. It also breaks my heart thinking of Yusuf's family being traumatised on possibly their first visit to Ireland. I certainly would not call the person who shouted obscenities regarding Peace Train "a fan" Yusuf please believe that the MAJORITY of people there were true fans and please don't let the small minded minority spoil in any way the rest of your tour which so many of us are looking forward to ;D |
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Post by allesanderes on Nov 17, 2009 7:46:33 GMT -5
Hi All, I was going to write a review of the concert - the ups, the downs, BAD BRAKES !!! ;-))), but it looks like so much has been written aleady, I don't think I can add much meaningful comment. Except perhaps that there exist fans of all calibres, from those who know only a few songs and wanted to hear those, conciously or subconciously disregarding the ads saying the musical would be previewed, and there are mad die hard fans (like myself) who wouldn't really care if Yusuf was talking on single celled protozoa biology, so long as we could be there. I should say though, that many, including myself, thought that when the musical started, we all thought that was the end of Yusuf on stage, and many felt disappointed, despite the fantasticly brilliant first set. If he only had said 'We will be back after the musical', I think a _lot_ of the problems would have been averted. I posted a link to an interview with Irish broadcaster Gerry Ryan did with Yusuf before the concert - you can see the post here if you missed it: majicat.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=Yusuf&action=display&thread=3166Now, on the day after the concert the same Gerry Ryan did a bit of a talk on his show with concert goers (non-majicatters, I imagine), if you are interested in hearing it from 'the horses mouth', follow the directions below - but there is some bad language, and if you are too sensitive I don't recommend you listen to it. I am assuming you can get the streaming outside of Ireland. first go to the radio station... 2fm.rte.ie/show/11then click on listen back then when the pop up window comes up, go to November 16th 2009, when it is up, go to about 40mins50secs on the slider, it ends at 60mins, with some breaks in. Then recommences after the news etc at 70mins 30secs with a bit from a security guard at the venue; about a half hour of reaction and overreaction in all. I can't say 'enjoy', for that radio program; but it fills in the picture a bit. Gavin |
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Post by butterfly on Nov 17, 2009 9:05:03 GMT -5
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Post by SuzieQ on Nov 17, 2009 9:16:05 GMT -5
I'm new to the board. I just posted this over at Yusuf's board, and I guess I'll introduce myself soon (shy): I'm from Phoenix in the USA and I got up early to read everyone's comments because I was so excited to hear about Yusuf at O2. I've been heartsick all day. My goodness, me and millions more would have done most anything to have seen Yusuf live and get a preview of MoonShadow. To hear that people were that disrespectful to the wonderful kids that worked so hard to bring a wonderful show (which by all accounts it was) to us boggles ones mind. All I can say, if you're going to these shows to see Cat Stevens circa 1976, go to YouTube - you can see him there in all his glory 24-7. If you want to see a fellow giving an extraordinary gift to his fans that we never thought possible, come to these shows and enjoy and be happy. Bravo, Kat!!! And a warm welcome to Majicat! So happy you decided to post, Welcome to Yusuf's "Little" family Sue  |
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Post by SuzieQ on Nov 17, 2009 9:54:59 GMT -5
I couldn't have put it better myself! Well, not in print anyway!!! |
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Post by majidhussain on Nov 17, 2009 10:25:38 GMT -5
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Post by bookworm on Nov 17, 2009 10:30:04 GMT -5
Majid,
You beat me to it putting the link to the blog. I've already left a comment.
Very nice to know Yusuf's thoughts and feelings.
Thanks.
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Post by richina on Nov 17, 2009 10:42:33 GMT -5
You know, the more I read, and hear, the more I get upset for Yusuf. Listening to the Gerry Ryan radio show (thanks for the link) and hearing first hand accounts from other people, including a security guard who was abused, made me heartsick for Yusuf and his family. No matter how many people loved him there, nothing can make up for what he had to endure in the form of cursing, yelling, hand gestures, etc. I am utterly appalled at what I've learned! His wife, his kids, and probably his grandkids were there for Heaven's sake. Why, and how, could anyone no matter how drunk, treat him that way?  Good grief, he's a human being (a damn fine one at that), and he has feelings. Well I guess in some people's minds...what goes up, must come down. And the people in Dublin certainly did their level best to bring him down. I hate it for them, cause I guarantee you he won't be riding the "Peace Train" into old Dublin Town again in the near future! One bad apple CAN spoil the whole bunch and those people gave Yusuf a piece of bad apple with worms in it!  Wonder what kind of taste that'll leave in his mouth? Bless his heart...did you see him go off the wrong side of the stage at the end of the show? I know he was terribly shaken, both mentally and physically. Shame on you Ireland  And I had actually considered trying to attend that show, since it would be the first. Dodged that bullet, didn't I? |
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Good grief, he's a human being (a damn fine one at that), and he has feelings. Well I guess in some people's minds...what goes up, must come down. And the people in Dublin certainly did their level best to bring him down. I hate it for them, cause I guarantee you he won't be riding the "Peace Train" into old Dublin Town again in the near future! One bad apple CAN spoil the whole bunch and those people gave Yusuf a piece of bad apple with worms in it! 
Wonder what kind of taste that'll leave in his mouth?
And I had actually considered trying to attend that show, since it would be the first. Dodged that bullet, didn't I? 