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Review 1 for Steven Wilson
Steven Wilson is a musical genius
Howard Theatre @
- Washington @
, DC @
- Sat, Apr 20, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The whole show. @
Opening act(s): Didn't need one. @
Posted 05/16/2013
by Rushfan93
Location:Falling Waters, WV
This was absolutely the best concert I have ever attended. The sound quality and balance were outstanding or as Steven would say "jolly good". It was more than a concert. It was a total experience for all your senses.
Howard Theatre @
- Washington @
, DC @
- Sat, Apr 20, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The whole show. @
Opening act(s): Didn't need one. @
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Review 2 for Steven Wilson
beautiful symphony
Club Nokia @
- Los Angeles @
, CA @
- 05/10/2013 @
Favorite moment: Radioactive Toy @
Posted 05/13/2013
by Nanphoenix
Location:Los Angeles
Top 250 Contributor
Last year's concert at the HOB was overly packed, so I appreciated the seating option this year. All I want is the music, so the videos and other staging are still annoying. The playing was seamless and cohesive. The music was intense with a few uplifting moments. Overall a complete experience by evening's end. Radioactive Toy was the ultimate ending.
Club Nokia @
- Los Angeles @
, CA @
- 05/10/2013 @
Favorite moment: Radioactive Toy @
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Review 3 for Steven Wilson
Overproduced
The Fillmore @
- San Francisco @
, CA @
- Thu, May 9, 2013 @
Favorite moment: Sometimes they let go. Guitarist was great. Really nice graphics. @
Setlist: Insipid commentary after Watchmaker @
Posted 05/12/2013
by Petieguns
Location:Seattle
Very carefully scripted. Overproduced. I wish they would just let things happen and go with it. The talent was there.
The Fillmore @
- San Francisco @
, CA @
- Thu, May 9, 2013 @
Favorite moment: Sometimes they let go. Guitarist was great. Really nice graphics. @
Setlist: Insipid commentary after Watchmaker @
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Review 4 for Steven Wilson
Steven Wilson w/ Guthrie Govan worth the wait
The Fillmore @
- San Francisco @
, CA @
- Thu, May 9, 2013 @
Favorite moment: Guthrie Govan's flailing guitar god solo on The Watchmaker @
Opening act(s): None (thank you!) @
Posted 05/11/2013
by JazRoc
Location:San Francisco Bay Area
Last year's SW tour was incredible... for me it was the first time I'd seen him and his solo tour band playing and I was pleasantly surprised to witness many of the cuts from Insurgentes rendered in high fidelity by such a great group of musicians.
This year, at the Fillmore (same venue), was had high expectations based on last year's experience... add to that a high level of excitement over seeing the incredible guitarist Guthrie Govan, who I have been following for some time on YouTube and elsewhere.
Well, this night was all about the music. As opposed to the heavy use of film and animation in last year's tour, the backdrop canvas was a bit more subdued, even though they did use many of the same films and techniques in lighting (shear curtain surrounding the band with film/lighting at one point, etc.). That took nothing away from the show...
Favorite tune, hands down: The Watchmaker - absolutely flawlessly executed. The live performance of this cut from TRTRTS made me go back to the studio album and listen with renewed respect. Previously, my favorite cuts from that album were Drive Home and the title cut.
The Fillmore @
- San Francisco @
, CA @
- Thu, May 9, 2013 @
Favorite moment: Guthrie Govan's flailing guitar god solo on The Watchmaker @
Opening act(s): None (thank you!) @
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Review 5 for Steven Wilson
The Fillmore @
- San Francisco @
, CA @
- Thu, May 9, 2013 @
Posted 05/11/2013
by scienceskiboy
Location:Bay Area
excellent show; songs were not played, compostions were performed!!!!
The Fillmore @
- San Francisco @
, CA @
- Thu, May 9, 2013 @
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Review 6 for Steven Wilson
Great ( as usual)
The Fillmore @
- San Francisco @
, CA @
- Thu, May 9, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The Watchmaker @
Setlist: See prior reviews. Did not play Radioactive Toy as was mentioned at some prior dates. @
Opening act(s): None. @
Posted 05/11/2013
by rockndoc
Location:Northern California
Top 500 Contributor
Started right on time so I miised the first minutes. I've heard all of the prior 2 records on his prior tours so I was really looking forward to the new material. Didn't disappoint. Very effective use of the curtain drop in front of the band for the video of the Watchmaker and others. 2 solid hours of music with a 20+ minute encore for a full evening of great music. Steve must have learned the bass since the last tour as he played the bass for a handful of songs along with his guitar and keys. Just needs to learn the drums and he'll be a one man band. Only bummer with the Fillmore is that if you are slightly vertically challeneged you have to spend the whole night bobbing around trying to get a view of the band in between the basketball players that are 6'3", but otherwise a great venue and show.
The Fillmore @
- San Francisco @
, CA @
- Thu, May 9, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The Watchmaker @
Setlist: See prior reviews. Did not play Radioactive Toy as was mentioned at some prior dates. @
Opening act(s): None. @
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Review 7 for Steven Wilson
Killer show
The Fillmore @
- San Francisco @
, CA @
- Thu, May 9, 2013 @
Favorite moment: Steven and Marco with dueling hand toys @
Setlist: Can't remember @
Opening act(s): None @
Posted 05/11/2013
by Paulrus
I've seen every visit from Steven Wilson to the Bay Area since the late 90s and he seems to be at the top of his game, at least based on his recent stop at The Fillmore in support of The Raven that Refused to Sing. The band were having a good time, the mix was just about perfect, the visuals were evocative while not distracting, and the crowd were typically enthusiastic for a Fillmore gig. The Fillmore staff were great, though I feel sorry for them that prog fans don't drink as much as some other audiences probably do, so tips were probably sub-par. And the free poster is always such a cool goodie. I'll be framing and hanging mine next to my King Crimson poster from their 2000 Fillmore appearance.
The Fillmore @
- San Francisco @
, CA @
- Thu, May 9, 2013 @
Favorite moment: Steven and Marco with dueling hand toys @
Setlist: Can't remember @
Opening act(s): None @
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Review 8 for Steven Wilson
A Different Animal
The Fillmore @
- San Francisco @
, CA @
- Thu, May 9, 2013 @
Favorite moment: All of the new material, especially the Holy Drinker @
Opening act(s): None Needed @
Posted 05/11/2013
by jarrenda
Location:Modesto, CA
I was fortunate to get turned onto Porcupine Tree back in 98 and have seen them live around a dozen times since then. But, just as Blackfield live is different, SW's solo gigs are a completely different animal. The role of "conductor" suits Steven quite well...alternating between rhythm guitar, bass and keyboard, his role changed throughout the show. Visually, this show would've translated well to a stadium setting...within the intimate confines of the Fillmore, it was simply stunning. The surround sound system as well as the audio mix, could not have been better. Every single member of his band was spot on...to the point that I completely forgot about comparing them to his P. Tree mates about :02 into the set. The response from the Fillmore crowd was rapturous and the rapport with the band was genuine and heartfelt. I'd pay to see this band any day of the week...Do I miss P. Tree? Of course...but even less now...
The Fillmore @
- San Francisco @
, CA @
- Thu, May 9, 2013 @
Favorite moment: All of the new material, especially the Holy Drinker @
Opening act(s): None Needed @
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Review 9 for Steven Wilson
Steven Wilson and his band were incredible!
The Fillmore @
- San Francisco @
, CA @
- Thu, May 9, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The very first riff, along with the 2 plus hour set they played. @
Setlist: Latest record, plus a few others ( including Harmony Korine). @
Opening act(s): None @
Posted 05/11/2013
by PTFAN
Location:Monterey Co.
As this was a general admission show at the Fillmore, my buddy and I got there early and were first in line. The experience from that point to, during and after the show was a concert experience that I'll remember and cherish for the rest of my life.
The Fillmore @
- San Francisco @
, CA @
- Thu, May 9, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The very first riff, along with the 2 plus hour set they played. @
Setlist: Latest record, plus a few others ( including Harmony Korine). @
Opening act(s): None @
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Review 10 for Steven Wilson
Wow!!
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The Watchmaker, Raider II, and No Twilight Within the Courts of the Sun. @
Opening act(s): None. @
Posted 05/08/2013
by Slox
Location:Minneaoplis
To see musicians of this caliber, in an extremely intimate venue was nothing short of magical. I can't recommend seeing this show, enough. Also, after the show, all were very approachable and willing to chat and sign autographs, a rarity these days.
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The Watchmaker, Raider II, and No Twilight Within the Courts of the Sun. @
Opening act(s): None. @
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Review 11 for Steven Wilson
Steven Wilson’s 3rd show
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
Favorite moment: Steve Wilson asked for silence during a few silent spots, the shoulder to shoulder packed house acknowledged & respectfully soaked in the atmosphere. @
Opening act(s): non - full SWB show @
Posted 05/06/2013
by kgbop
Steven Wilson played all of his latest album and jammed out a few earlier works to fill up a solid two & a half hours of non-stop prog/space rock. Great musicians produced a concept album in surround sound. Wilson talked to the crowd often & even joked about his lack of “short songs”. Most of the band stuck around after the show to talk and sign.
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
Favorite moment: Steve Wilson asked for silence during a few silent spots, the shoulder to shoulder packed house acknowledged & respectfully soaked in the atmosphere. @
Opening act(s): non - full SWB show @
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Review 12 for Steven Wilson
ProgRock is for everyone.Steven Wilson is the best
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, Mn @
- 05/04/2013 @
Favorite moment: Steven spoke humorously in character with the nasty distorted voice of "Index". @
Setlist: In no certain order, They played the entire new album, "The Raven That Used To Sing", Raider II (24+min), Remainder The Black Dog, and many more! @
Opening act(s): none needed when they play for 2 1/2hours!! @
Posted 05/06/2013
by JN1111
Location:Suburban Minneapolis
If you desire your entertainment to be quality...unforgettable.....unpredictable....if you are patient, open minded...and love rich, quality sonic spaces then you must see Steven Wilson. He surrounded himself on stage with wonderful, accomplished, dedicated musicians. I am a middle aged, suburban wife/mother of 2...Not the common demographic of Steven Wilson's fans. While his imagery and subject matter are sometimes on the edge of odd...i dedicate myself to the journey he creates. Heavenly... and the perfect amount of Hellish. The concert provided an outlet for the audience who was, at his request, willing to have self restraint during the quiet surreal moments of some very long pieces. (Raider II extends 24+minutes.) I know i speak on behalf of his fans... we are so grateful he chose to play in Minnesota on this tour. We are hopeful for his return in the near future.
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, Mn @
- 05/04/2013 @
Favorite moment: Steven spoke humorously in character with the nasty distorted voice of "Index". @
Setlist: In no certain order, They played the entire new album, "The Raven That Used To Sing", Raider II (24+min), Remainder The Black Dog, and many more! @
Opening act(s): none needed when they play for 2 1/2hours!! @
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Review 13 for Steven Wilson
ProgRock is for everyone.Steven Wilson is the best
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
Favorite moment: Steven humorously spoke into the microphone with the nasty distortion preceding "Collector". unexpected. @
Setlist: He played in no particular order, The Raven that Refused to Sing, Raider II (24+ min), Index, Remainder The Black Dog...and many more. @
Opening act(s): no need ... they played 2.5 hours!! everyone is was on time and ready. Talent cant wait for people who dont make the experience a priority! :) @
Posted 05/06/2013
by JN1111
Location:Suburban Minneapolis
If you desire your entertainment to be quality...unforgettable.....unpredictable....then you must see Steven Wilson perform.The depth of the journey is like no other you have ever witnessed. Steven surrounds himself with the greatest talent on stage, lending an Audio/Visual sensory overload. The production was most accurate. I am middle aged suburban wife/mother.... not the typical demographic to Steven Wilson's shows...proving... if open minded, anyone would find his music amazing. If you are patient, and desire something out of the ordinary ... heavenly and hellish....hold your breath.You have never heard anything like it.
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
Favorite moment: Steven humorously spoke into the microphone with the nasty distortion preceding "Collector". unexpected. @
Setlist: He played in no particular order, The Raven that Refused to Sing, Raider II (24+ min), Index, Remainder The Black Dog...and many more. @
Opening act(s): no need ... they played 2.5 hours!! everyone is was on time and ready. Talent cant wait for people who dont make the experience a priority! :) @
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Review 14 for Steven Wilson
Phenomenal
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The whole show. @
Posted 05/06/2013
by omarstix
Band almost to intense for smallish venue. But nice to be close to performers.Band was fantastic.
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The whole show. @
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Review 15 for Steven Wilson
The best
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
Favorite moment: Drive Home @
Opening act(s): None @
Posted 05/06/2013
by Justsomeguy2
Location:Mpls
What a show. Steven Wilson and his stellar band brought the music to life. My only wish is to get to see this band again someday...unforgettable night at The Fine Line...
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
Favorite moment: Drive Home @
Opening act(s): None @
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Review 16 for Steven Wilson
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
Posted 05/06/2013
by Anonymous
Steven Wilson is incredibly talented, and the sound was incredible.
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
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Review 17 for Steven Wilson
Steven Wilson was amazing
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The entire show, but Harmony Korine and The Raven That Refused to Sing were special. @
Opening act(s): None @
Posted 05/06/2013
by deepspace20
Location:Minneapolis
Played his latest album in its entirety, interspersed with other songs from his solo collection. All virtuoso musicians, excellent sound, better live than his recordings, wow.
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The entire show, but Harmony Korine and The Raven That Refused to Sing were special. @
Opening act(s): None @
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Review 18 for Steven Wilson
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
Posted 05/06/2013
by Anonymous
The show was absolutely great. I absolutely loved it. Sound quality was outstanding. Great musicians, great repertoire.
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
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Review 19 for Steven Wilson
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
Posted 05/06/2013
by infinitiplus2
I have seen this show twice,Atlanta and Minneapolis.This is a fantastic show totally new and different type of music.I love it.
Fine Line Music Cafe @
- Minneapolis @
, MN @
- Sat, May 4, 2013 @
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Review 20 for Steven Wilson
House of Blues Cleveland @
- Cleveland @
, OH @
- Thu, May 2, 2013 @
Posted 05/04/2013
by Anonymous
Location:Dublin, OH
Great music, great performance! Looking forward to seeing them again
House of Blues Cleveland @
- Cleveland @
, OH @
- Thu, May 2, 2013 @
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