Author Topic: Ayreon/Arjen Lucassen Thread (Star Three on the way) (Read 381138 times)

SwedishGoose · « **Reply #2275 on:** October 27, 2018, 09:35:44 PM »

Booked a Hotel for the 15th.... the rooms in Tillburg are selling out so anyone who needs one get booking

Adami · « **Reply #2276 on:** October 27, 2018, 10:54:12 PM »

Quote from: SwedishGoose on October 27, 2018, 09:35:44 PM

Booked a Hotel for the 15th.... the rooms in Tillburg are selling out so anyone who needs one get booking

They’re selling out a year in advance?

Schurftkut · « **Reply #2277 on:** October 27, 2018, 10:55:32 PM »

cities nearby like Breda/eindhoven/den bosch are also good options for hotels. NL isn't big, and public transportation is excellent. Besides that, Tilburg is a horrible city XD

Schurftkut · « **Reply #2278 on:** October 27, 2018, 10:56:42 PM »

Quote from: Adami on October 27, 2018, 10:54:12 PM

Quote from: SwedishGoose on October 27, 2018, 09:35:44 PM
Booked a Hotel for the 15th.... the rooms in Tillburg are selling out so anyone who needs one get booking

They’re selling out a year in advance?

considering last time there were over 50 nationalities coming to the shows, it makes sense that booking hotels for those dates is going fast.

SwedishGoose · « **Reply #2279 on:** October 28, 2018, 12:26:57 AM »

Quote from: Schurftkut on October 27, 2018, 10:55:32 PM

cities nearby like Breda/eindhoven/den bosch are also good options for hotels. NL isn't big, and public transportation is excellent. Besides that, Tilburg is a horrible city XD

How horrible is Tillburg?
Planning on staying one night in Amsterdam before going to Tillburg, do you think I should stay the concert evening in Amsterdam too?

ErHaO · « **Reply #2280 on:** October 28, 2018, 02:18:55 AM »

If you ask me, Breda is a much nicer town and nearby. But Tilburg has it's charm and there is plenty to do. Lots of nice cafes/restaurants (close to 013) and a good shopping centre.

As someone who lives in Amsterdam, on the day of the concert, I would personally prefer to be relatively nearby in time to prevent any issues with public transport. But I think you'll be fine either way.

Evermind · « **Reply #2281 on:** October 28, 2018, 04:53:29 AM »

Absolutely no surprise at hotels and Airbnbs selling out in Tilburg. If you intend to go to the show and want to stay in Tilburg so you don't have to catch a train after the show, book something now. I started searching for a flat in June last time and had to stay in Breda. Everything in Tilburg was already booked.

Breda is a nice little town, I enjoyed it a lot. I'm staying in Tilburg this time to explore it. Apparently my Airbnb includes a free bike that I can use, so I'm going to maybe bike down to La Trappe abbey, and overall just bike the hell out of the town and the countryside, as I'll be arriving on Tuesday.

Also, apparently all the shows are sold out now.

ErHaO · « **Reply #2282 on:** October 28, 2018, 10:40:53 AM »

Quote from: Evermind on October 28, 2018, 04:53:29 AM

Absolutely no surprise at hotels and Airbnbs selling out in Tilburg. If you intend to go to the show and want to stay in Tilburg so you don't have to catch a train after the show, book something now. I started searching for a flat in June last time and had to stay in Breda. Everything in Tilburg was already booked.

Breda is a nice little town, I enjoyed it a lot. I'm staying in Tilburg this time to explore it. Apparently my Airbnb includes a free bike that I can use, so I'm going to maybe bike down to La Trappe abbey, and overall just bike the hell out of the town and the countryside, as I'll be arriving on Tuesday.

Also, apparently all the shows are sold out now.

La Trappe brewery/abbey is a very nice place, you should definitely check it out if you have the time. You can do a tour and, offcourse, beer tasting. I think for the tour you have to book ahead.

Evermind · « **Reply #2283 on:** October 28, 2018, 10:43:38 AM »

Quote from: ErHaO on October 28, 2018, 10:40:53 AM

Quote from: Evermind on October 28, 2018, 04:53:29 AM
Absolutely no surprise at hotels and Airbnbs selling out in Tilburg. If you intend to go to the show and want to stay in Tilburg so you don't have to catch a train after the show, book something now. I started searching for a flat in June last time and had to stay in Breda. Everything in Tilburg was already booked.

Breda is a nice little town, I enjoyed it a lot. I'm staying in Tilburg this time to explore it. Apparently my Airbnb includes a free bike that I can use, so I'm going to maybe bike down to La Trappe abbey, and overall just bike the hell out of the town and the countryside, as I'll be arriving on Tuesday.

Also, apparently all the shows are sold out now.

La Trappe brewery/abbey is a very nice place, you should definitely check it out if you have the time.

That's my plan for Wednesday! Pretty sure it's going to be great.

SwedishGoose · « **Reply #2284 on:** December 30, 2018, 07:02:37 AM »

So I have tickets to the sunday evening show.
Two of my friends could not go so tried to sell those tickets.
Now I have two more friends who want to go, anyone got tickets to sell?

The Letter M · « **Reply #2285 on:** January 10, 2019, 06:01:21 PM »

Joost van den Broek posted on Facebook a few hours ago: "Recording drums for Ayreon with Juan van Emmerloot at Sandlane Recording Facilities ...creating a great detailed, open and alive sound!"

It seems Arjen wanted a different drummer (not Ed) for his next album! One commenter asked where Ed was, and Joost replied "Not this time, Arjen was searching for a different vibe and feel for his next release...Juan turned out to be the perfect guy for the job!"

Has anyone else heard about the follow-up to 2017's The Source? I wasn't even aware that Arjen was working on a new Ayreonalbum at all but was instead preparing for ITEC Live later this year!

-Marc.

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #2286 on:** January 10, 2019, 08:27:29 PM »

That's great. One way to change a vibe and sound is through a drummer change.

kaos2900 · « **Reply #2287 on:** January 11, 2019, 07:18:36 AM »

I could always use some new Ayreon in my life!

Adami · « **Reply #2288 on:** January 11, 2019, 07:22:52 AM »

New Ayreon already? Weird but welcome!

jingle.boy · « **Reply #2289 on:** May 06, 2019, 01:50:48 PM »

So, it's time for me to finally come to grips with reality, and accept there is zero chance I can make it to the NL for this show

. Anyone know of anyone who wants a pair of tix... ideally at face value? I have them on my ticketmaster profile, and / or pdf copy. 7pm show on the 14th.

Adami · « **Reply #2290 on:** May 06, 2019, 01:59:45 PM »

Quote from: jingle.boy on May 06, 2019, 01:50:48 PM

So, it's time for me to finally come to grips with reality, and accept there is zero chance I can make it to the NL for this show . Anyone know of anyone who wants a pair of tix... ideally at face value? I have them on my ticketmaster profile, and / or pdf copy. 7pm show on the 14th.

DAMN YOU! That's the show I'm going to!

jingle.boy · « **Reply #2291 on:** May 06, 2019, 02:08:11 PM »

Trust me, I'm pissed. But, having moved, and dropped a shit-ton of money into renos and improvements ... it just ain't in the cards.

SwedishGoose · « **Reply #2292 on:** May 06, 2019, 02:13:27 PM »

Quote from: jingle.boy on May 06, 2019, 01:50:48 PM

So, it's time for me to finally come to grips with reality, and accept there is zero chance I can make it to the NL for this show . Anyone know of anyone who wants a pair of tix... ideally at face value? I have them on my ticketmaster profile, and / or pdf copy. 7pm show on the 14th.

I might know someone interested

Nick · « **Reply #2293 on:** May 07, 2019, 08:08:20 AM »

Quote from: Adami on May 06, 2019, 01:59:45 PM

Quote from: jingle.boy on May 06, 2019, 01:50:48 PM
So, it's time for me to finally come to grips with reality, and accept there is zero chance I can make it to the NL for this show . Anyone know of anyone who wants a pair of tix... ideally at face value? I have them on my ticketmaster profile, and / or pdf copy. 7pm show on the 14th.

DAMN YOU! That's the show I'm going to!

Hate to pile on the sadness, but along with Chad not being there I will be there.

Hoping we get another Jingle.Concert soon after you're settled Chad!

Adami · « **Reply #2294 on:** May 07, 2019, 08:16:18 PM »

SERIOUSLY?!??!

So I bought a plane ticket and concert ticket....and all I get to see Ayreon? And Fish, and Anneke, and Damian, and Simone, and John Cuijpers, and Marcela and.....hmmm.....let's call it even.

Nick · « **Reply #2295 on:** May 07, 2019, 10:11:23 PM »

I think you may have missed my joke.

King Puppies and the Acid Guppies · « **Reply #2296 on:** May 07, 2019, 10:23:16 PM »

Quote from: jingle.boy on May 06, 2019, 01:50:48 PM

So, it's time for me to finally come to grips with reality, and accept there is zero chance I can make it to the NL for this show . Anyone know of anyone who wants a pair of tix... ideally at face value? I have them on my ticketmaster profile, and / or pdf copy. 7pm show on the 14th.

I wish I lived relatively close to that area, cause I'd take you up on that in a heartbeat. Unfortunately that's too soon for me to get a couple of plane tickets and take time off work

Adami · « **Reply #2297 on:** May 08, 2019, 10:01:55 AM »

Quote from: Nick on May 07, 2019, 10:11:23 PM

I think you may have missed my joke.

I did! I was so distraught at Jingle cancelling.

Which date are you going to? 14th? You strike me as someone going to all of them.

Evermind · « **Reply #2298 on:** May 08, 2019, 03:58:02 PM »

I'm fairly sure Nick is going to all shows except Sunday, if only because I have tickets for the same shows he's going to.

Chad, that sucks. I was looking forward to finally meet you, but I guess that'll have to wait.

jingle.boy · « **Reply #2299 on:** May 08, 2019, 08:01:38 PM »

Me too comrade. Me too.

Nick · « **Reply #2300 on:** May 08, 2019, 10:26:46 PM »

Quote from: Adami on May 08, 2019, 10:01:55 AM

Quote from: Nick on May 07, 2019, 10:11:23 PM
I think you may have missed my joke.

I did! I was so distraught at Jingle cancelling.

Which date are you going to? 14th? You strike me as someone going to all of them.

This actually got me to look into and book the flights today and solidify full vacation dates with the other half.

Arriving in Amsterdam Sun. Sep. 8. Visiting Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and whatever else pleases us through the first show.

As Evermind said I have tickets for the Thursday dress rehearsal, Friday (VIP), and Saturday (normal). You picked the right day to attend as Saturday is the day the biggest group will be around, myself, Mrs.Nick, Evermind, and several of the local DTFers at least.

Sunday is our anniversary and our final day away as Mon. Sep. 16 we fly out of Amsterdam at 9:15am.

RoeDent · « **Reply #2301 on:** May 23, 2019, 01:50:53 PM »

I picked up the Universal Migrator albums today. I have a question about it: Is it the same Colonist inside the Dream Sequencer on both albums? In Part 1, they introduce themselves as "the last of the Mars Colonists", but in Part 2 as "the last human being alive".

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #2302 on:** May 23, 2019, 02:04:18 PM »

Quote from: RoeDent on May 23, 2019, 01:50:53 PM

I picked up the Universal Migrator albums today. I have a question about it: Is it the same Colonist inside the Dream Sequencer on both albums? In Part 1, they introduce themselves as "the last of the Mars Colonists", but in Part 2 as "the last human being alive".

Yes. Because the One inside the Dream Sequencer is the Last man Alive and the last of the Mars Colonists.

MrBoom_shack-a-lack · « **Reply #2303 on:** May 26, 2019, 05:04:08 AM »

Live stream from the rehearsals in a couple of hours.

MrBoom_shack-a-lack · « **Reply #2304 on:** May 26, 2019, 08:13:20 AM »

Live: https://www.facebook.com/ArjenLucassenOfficial/videos/318022319098032/

Evermind · « **Reply #2305 on:** May 26, 2019, 08:29:52 AM »

Excellent stuff! Watching right now. It's crazy how time flies, only three and a half months until this happens. I really should book the plane tickets next week.

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #2306 on:** May 26, 2019, 10:32:32 AM »

That was neat to see. If only He could do like a paid live stream of one of the shows.

SwedishGoose · « **Reply #2307 on:** May 27, 2019, 03:28:31 AM »

Quote from: Ben_Jamin on May 26, 2019, 10:32:32 AM

That was neat to see. If only He could do like a paid live stream of one of the shows.

Well, the shows on the sunday will be filmed for a BR release (I will be on the evening show)

MrBoom_shack-a-lack · « **Reply #2308 on:** June 25, 2019, 09:19:29 AM »

I love this little solo run in Human See, Human Do:

https://youtu.be/71lNhl2bJlw?t=69

That drum and key run at the end!

The Walrus · « **Reply #2309 on:** June 25, 2019, 10:35:56 AM »

I went back to The Source last night. It's been a long time since I heard it in full. Gotta say it is not a strong album imo. The vocalists do not mash well together although I have to say it's pretty awesome to hear Tobias Sammet and James LaBrie singing back-and-forth together. I get what the album is about but really half the album sounds like a less inspired version of 01011001. I also strongly dislike Mike Mills' over-the-top singing, and Tommy Karevik's graceful malismas just kind of bug me in Ayreon. I think the cast of 01011001 is far better suited for Ayreon. At the very least I would've liked Jorn in there because he really sells every line. Also it annoys me that several songs end the same way, with Floor belting something about carrying on. Also, I prefer how in 01011001 they don't really specifically name things, but in The Source they talk about Sirrah, the Starblade, etc. and it's pretty corny to hear them sing about that imo. Just my two cents. I hope we get another Ayreon album.

News: The Gift of Music official video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fae4FQ4McSY

Author Topic: Ayreon/Arjen Lucassen Thread (Star Three on the way) (Read 381138 times)