JOHN PETRUCCI SOLO TOUR - MORE DATES JUST ANNOUNCED

[DTwwbwMP]

Boston is on Dime!!!

http://www.dimeadozen.org/torrents-details.php?id=738921

Sounds nice!

Damn, don't have dime! Is it posted anywhere else?

I'll send it once it is fully downloaded

Thanks buddy.

justsean07@comcast.net

[cramx3]

I must sadly admit though, I'm not really into JP's solo music.  His performance and guitar playing ability is no doubt through the roof, but what I feared I would feel became reality.  I just can't enjoy it after 15 minutes or so.  But let me say, this was always, for me, about seeing JP and MP play together.  That's definitely a chemistry that I've missed.  I was in the back, so I couldn't see JP's facial expressions too well, but he kept saying how happy he was. There was lots of eye contact between the two while playing.  I wonder if they both truly were legit happy playing together again.  I assume so.  Not trying to start a debate here, but I don't recall ever hearing JP talk about being so happy playing with anyone else.  I can definitely say I got my money's worth seeing those two again. 

As for MP's playing.  I've only listened to Terminal Velocity once or twice in full.  I definitely don't know the songs well enough to say if MP's was not performing the songs correctly or up to par with the album.  What I will say was that he was awesome, as usual.  He didn't have a drum solo, but there were definitely climax drum moments in a lot of the songs where he shined.  As I already stated, seeing him (and JP) were the main reasons to attend and both of their performances were fantastic.  I've got nothing negative to say about MP here. 

Agreed to all of this. 

There was no overt mention of the "Italian" aspect, but the music between Meanstreak and John was all mellow. One song was Dean Martin, and I made a joke to the guy next to me that I feel like I'm at an Italian restaurant and I Shazam'd the song playing and it came back "Italian Restaurant Music Of Italy".        The Sopranos theme song was the lead-in to the show for both shows I saw.

Yeah, they had the italian music between bands too.  He almost made it seem like it was to do with playing in NJ/NY (he mentioned both states and being "home") but that Sopranos intro ended specifically with a change into the opening so I didn't think that was a one (or two) type of thing.  I guess it's part of his tour package but worded it in a way to make note being in NJ I guess. I enjoyed it, I mean with that last name you might as well embrace your heritage. I know all about that if you knew my last name    He did a few "ayyyy Ohhhh" as well when doing that talk, sadly I didn't record it but I loved it.  In fact I loved every time he talked.

My full video is up from the show (HD is still rendering)

John Petrucci & Meanstreak LIVE @ Count Basie Red Bank NJ 10/12/2022 

[Lonk]

Meanstreak was way better than I expected. Waiting for JP now 

[devieira73]

Great video footage (from Emiliano):
https://www.youtube.com/results?sp=mAEB&search_query=jonh+petrucci+(Boston%2C+MA)

[devieira73]

Is it the same source from Boston torrent?

[TAC]

No I don't think so. I don't know what AsYd's real name is. Pretty sure he's registered here. Favre4 just put up his version today on Dime. It's a but brighter than AsYd's.

[devieira73]

Those bootlegs have better audio than those Youtube videos?

[TheRich13]

Killer show tonight in NYC !
Just seeing the camaraderie between John and Mike warms my heart !! MP only threw out 2 sticks and one was for the little boy next to me so I didn’t get one , but did get a pick from JP . Jordan was at the show so I told him I saw his show in Ft Lauderdale and spotted him at the P Tree show at Radio City Last month and that I flew up from Florida again to see tonight’s show , have to support my DT BOYS ! He said to have a safe trip home , so it’s back to Florida for me on Saturday with the sweet sound of JPs  guitars in my memory… OH, and they were selling JP’s beard oil at the merch stand !!

[Lonk]

Killer show tonight in NYC !
Just seeing the camaraderie between John and Mike warms my heart !! MP only threw out 2 sticks and one was for the little boy next to me so I didn’t get one , but did get a pick from JP . Jordan was at the show so I told him I saw his show in Ft Lauderdale and spotted him at the P Tree show at Radio City Last month and that I flew up from Florida again to see tonight’s show , have to support my DT BOYS ! He said to have a safe trip home , so it’s back to Florida for me on Saturday with the sweet sound of JPs  guitars in my memory… OH, and they were selling JP’s beard oil at the merch stand !!

Guess I was sitting a few seats to your left. The kid that got the stick was a few seats to my right!

Great show for sure, it was nice seeing JP and MP together on stage. LaRue was great as well.

[cramx3]

MP liked my highlight video of Meanstreak!  https://twitter.com/Cramx3/status/1580718292645269504

[Awaken]

MP liked my highlight video of Meanstreak!  https://twitter.com/Cramx3/status/1580718292645269504

Just subscribed to your channel - great job on the live vids!!

[cramx3]

MP liked my highlight video of Meanstreak!  https://twitter.com/Cramx3/status/1580718292645269504

Just subscribed to your channel - great job on the live vids!!

thank you 

[axeman90210]

Killer show tonight in NYC !
Just seeing the camaraderie between John and Mike warms my heart !! MP only threw out 2 sticks and one was for the little boy next to me so I didn’t get one , but did get a pick from JP . Jordan was at the show so I told him I saw his show in Ft Lauderdale and spotted him at the P Tree show at Radio City Last month and that I flew up from Florida again to see tonight’s show , have to support my DT BOYS ! He said to have a safe trip home , so it’s back to Florida for me on Saturday with the sweet sound of JPs  guitars in my memory… OH, and they were selling JP’s beard oil at the merch stand !!

Are you going to be at the Clearwater and/or Orlando shows next weekend?

[TheRich13]

Nah , normally I would …What happened was when JP announced the tour , I jumped on tix for the NY show figuring there would be limited shows. Then they announced more shows and Orlando was on the list .. of course my wife said I was just impatient but I also flew up last month to NY for the P Tree show …

[The Letter M]

So, while I'm in Arlington for a different event, I've spontaneously decided to go to the DC show tomorrow  night with a friend, so that'll be exciting!

Edit - can anyone tell me the prices for merch? I want to get a shirt or two, and need to prepare mentally for the amount I need to spend. Also, what else did they have? I'm guessing CDs and vinyl as well. And do the shirts come in 2xl or 3xl?

-Marc.

[Lonk]

Tshirts, signed vinyl, picks, beard oil and beany, some Meanstreak merch as well.

[The Letter M]

Tshirts, signed vinyl, picks, beard oil and beany, some Meanstreak merch as well.

Saw the $100 signed vinyl but passed on it. Snagged a $40 shirt and now my friend and I are waiting for the show to start! Since it was so last minute, I'm up in the balcony but it's not too bad. It's my first time in the Lincoln Theater and it seems like a nice venue! Can't wait for the show to begin!

-Marc.

[The Letter M]

The show was great! A lot of fun energy and the sound was immense! I'm really glad I went! It was my first time ever seeing Portnoy AND Petrucci, and they were together! Dave was fantastic as well! Everyone did a spectacular job and it was totally worth going! Meanstreak were great as well, not my typical cup of tea but they killed it!

If you can make it to a show near you, definitely do it!

-Marc.

[DragonAttack]

Yeah, DC was great!!!! 

I truly like/love the 'calmness' that MM has brought to DT, but my eyes were transfixed on Portnoy 90% of the time tonight.  Such flair   (understatement).

My first concert since Alice in April....damn, I miss going to these things.

Had 25 at our preshow, our smallest gathering in the area, somewhat due to the sh*t parking in that area.

[DreamerTV]

I must sadly admit though, I'm not really into JP's solo music.  His performance and guitar playing ability is no doubt through the roof, but what I feared I would feel became reality.  I just can't enjoy it after 15 minutes or so.  But let me say, this was always, for me, about seeing JP and MP play together.  That's definitely a chemistry that I've missed.  I was in the back, so I couldn't see JP's facial expressions too well, but he kept saying how happy he was. There was lots of eye contact between the two while playing.  I wonder if they both truly were legit happy playing together again.  I assume so.  Not trying to start a debate here, but I don't recall ever hearing JP talk about being so happy playing with anyone else.  I can definitely say I got my money's worth seeing those two again. 

As for MP's playing.  I've only listened to Terminal Velocity once or twice in full.  I definitely don't know the songs well enough to say if MP's was not performing the songs correctly or up to par with the album.  What I will say was that he was awesome, as usual.  He didn't have a drum solo, but there were definitely climax drum moments in a lot of the songs where he shined.  As I already stated, seeing him (and JP) were the main reasons to attend and both of their performances were fantastic.  I've got nothing negative to say about MP here. 

Agreed to all of this. 

There was no overt mention of the "Italian" aspect, but the music between Meanstreak and John was all mellow. One song was Dean Martin, and I made a joke to the guy next to me that I feel like I'm at an Italian restaurant and I Shazam'd the song playing and it came back "Italian Restaurant Music Of Italy".        The Sopranos theme song was the lead-in to the show for both shows I saw.

Yeah, they had the italian music between bands too.  He almost made it seem like it was to do with playing in NJ/NY (he mentioned both states and being "home") but that Sopranos intro ended specifically with a change into the opening so I didn't think that was a one (or two) type of thing.  I guess it's part of his tour package but worded it in a way to make note being in NJ I guess. I enjoyed it, I mean with that last name you might as well embrace your heritage. I know all about that if you knew my last name    He did a few "ayyyy Ohhhh" as well when doing that talk, sadly I didn't record it but I loved it.  In fact I loved every time he talked.

My full video is up from the show (HD is still rendering)

John Petrucci & Meanstreak LIVE @ Count Basie Red Bank NJ 10/12/2022

I just saw your video: your Italian is not that bad!!

[Ben_Jamin]

The more I listen to The Way Things Fall the more I fall in love with it. I just love the chemistry that JP and MP have on this song, especially with the chorus melody.

[cramx3]

I just saw your video: your Italian is not that bad!!

 

[Cocopjojo]

How was Meanstreak? Worth seeing? How long do they play for?

What do they play and is it family-friendly? I'm assuming there are vocals.

Thanks!

[cramx3]

Played for about 45 minutes, it's thrashy metal so pretty heavy, I don't recall the lyrics being anything foul so I'd say other than being heavy metal, it's family friendly.  I personally didn't care too much for their music, but if you are a fan of DT, it would be worth seeing their wives play.  I'm glad I saw them

[The Letter M]

How was Meanstreak? Worth seeing? How long do they play for?

What do they play and is it family-friendly? I'm assuming there are vocals.

Thanks!

From what I recall, Meanstreak played about an hour or so, 8 songs total with vocals. As far as the lyrics, I don't remember clearly, but at my show, there were several children present (like 12 and under). If you like thrash metal or classic heavy metal, they're definitely worth seeing. But also, it's their first time playing together in almost 30 years and they worked hard to bring out a really entertaining opening set! I'd say if you paid for the ticket, might as well get the most out of it!

-Marc.

[Stadler]

Played for about 45 minutes, it's thrashy metal so pretty heavy, I don't recall the lyrics being anything foul so I'd say other than being heavy metal, it's family friendly.  I personally didn't care too much for their music, but if you are a fan of DT, it would be worth seeing their wives play.  I'm glad I saw them

I'm not a thrash guy AT ALL, and I didn't find them offensive in any way.  It's not really my music either, but it was a trip seeing the ladies and knowing the back story.  I think it'd be a shame to miss them (though they get it: in Berkeley, Rena asked, after light applause, something like "okay, okay, who's REALLY here to see John?" to a much louder applause.  )

I thought they were good for what they played; the drummer is good, and I dug the singer.

[Cocopjojo]

Cool! Thanks!

[hunnus2000]

The more I listen to The Way Things Fall the more I fall in love with it. I just love the chemistry that JP and MP have on this song, especially with the chorus melody.

TWTF caught my ear on first listen. Very Rush reminiscent! 

[cramx3]

They added another show in Long Island to end the tour

[Lonk]

They added another show in Long Island to end the tour

Nice, would be cool to catch the last show of the tour. I'll keep it in mind and make a decision close to it.

[Stadler]

Not for nothing, but what, three weeks in now and they are ADDING shows?  That's not a bad sign by any standard. 

[cramx3]

That's definitely a positive, just still think it sucks how empty that Red Bank show was... but if the guys are having fun and the tour is otherwise successful, that's great. 

[Cocopjojo]

I liked some of Meanstreak’s stuff!

Does anyone know what kind of guitar Marlene is playing? It looked strange.

[Lonk]

I liked some of Meanstreak’s stuff!

Does anyone know what kind of guitar Marlene is playing? It looked strange.

It's a Schecter guitar. Don't know the specific model though.

Edit: actually found the exact guitar

https://www.guitarcenter.com/Schecter-Guitar-Research/Banshee-GT-FR-6-String-Electric-Guitar-Charcoal-Burst-1500000313205.gc?rNtt=Schecter%20research&index=21

[Cocopjojo]

Thanks. Is it standard or is anything funky done to it?