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Fountains of Wayne

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19 of 20(95%)customers would recommend this to a friend.

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Review 1 for Fountains of Wayne

5 / 5

Acoustic...almost in the dark

Variety Playhouse @

- Atlanta @

,GA @

- Wed, Sep 16, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Easily "Radiation Vibe," which took an odd turn into covers of "Another Brick In The Wall," "Double Vision," and even "Reunited" @

Posted 09/22/2009

by JPasquarelli

Location: Gainesville, GA

After the opening act, we watched the roadies set up for Fountains of Wayne.
Unfortunately, due to the torrential downpour, the power went out, making everybody wonder when/if the power would come back on and if Fountains of Wayne would even perform.
Fortunately, the outage only lasted 5-10 minutes and, after re-checking the lighting and equipment, the show went on. FoW gave a great performance, with some great interactions with the audience and even a few lines from "Another Brick In The Wall."

Variety Playhouse @

- Atlanta @

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- Wed, Sep 16, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Easily "Radiation Vibe," which took an odd turn into covers of "Another Brick In The Wall," "Double Vision," and even "Reunited" @

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Review 2 for Fountains of Wayne

5 / 5

Fountains of Wayne - Always Excellent!

The Social @

- Orlando @

,FL @

- Sat, Sep 19, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Disco Ball and when band went started playing "cover". Very entertaining -especially "Reunited" @

Opening act(s): US Royalty @

Posted 09/22/2009

by PitCat

Location: New Smyrna Beach FL

Great show! Venue lended itself to the overall success of the show. FOW is always fun and we totally enjoyed them in this venue! Bring them back!

The Social @

- Orlando @

,FL @

- Sat, Sep 19, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Disco Ball and when band went started playing "cover". Very entertaining -especially "Reunited" @

Opening act(s): US Royalty @

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Review 3 for Fountains of Wayne

5 / 5

Great acoustic show

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- Sat, Sep 19, 2009 @

Posted 09/21/2009

by mpanic

Location: Melbourne, FL

They played a bunch of their old hits (including a great lounge rendition of Stacy's Mom) and even played a few songs on their upcoming album. Even though it was an acoustic show they still rocked hard, and kicked ass. Overall it was a great gig, and even stuck around afterwards to sign autographs.

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- Sat, Sep 19, 2009 @

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Review 4 for Fountains of Wayne

4 / 5

Pretty sweet

Exit In @

- Nashville @

,TN @

- Thu, Sep 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: They played Stacy's Mom near the end of the show and they completely changed it around, and made it very slow and melodic. It felt nostalgic. @

Posted 09/21/2009

by niedlichebohne

Fountains of Wayne has always been one of my favorite bands, and they played great. They sounded great, and appeared to be really cool guys. The only reason I give a 4-star rating is because it was pretty much half-empty in there, and the crowd was... well, let's just say everyone was way, way older than me. They were the most dead, unlively bunch I've ever seen at a show. They didn't dance or anything, sort of made me feel retarded whenever I danced around and acted like a fool all by myself. It just made the concert experience a little... awkward, I guess.

Regardless, FoW was really good. I wasn't disappointed at all, I even got a guitar pick thrown at me as a souvenir! It was an acoustic show, but that didn't take away from any of their songs. In fact, it even added a little something to some of them. They played a medley near the end, too, which was really sweet.

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- Thu, Sep 17, 2009 @

Favorite moment: They played Stacy's Mom near the end of the show and they completely changed it around, and made it very slow and melodic. It felt nostalgic. @

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Review 5 for Fountains of Wayne

5 / 5

Fabulous performance in terrific venue

The Social @

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- Sat, Sep 19, 2009 @

Opening act(s): U.S. Royalty - They have a MySpace page if you want to know more about them @

Posted 09/20/2009

by Nuttinbutdtruth

Location: Orlando

I don't know what these top flight tune smiths are doing playing a tiny venue such as The Social and I am not going to over think it because all the better for the fortunate souls in attendance.

This was billed as an "acoustic set" which if you watch Unplugged you know no longer means without amplification. I figure it means no solid body guitars, and the keyboard is low end. The effect is a little more string glitter and less pierce. The power in the band's pop comes through.

On CD Fountains of Wayne are great song crafters utilizing unique lyrics. In person they are top flight musicians who care about both the audience and the performance.

Seeing them in such an intimate setting as the The Social is an experience I consider a privilege that I will never forget.

No matter the size of the hall, see Fountains of Wayne.

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- Orlando @

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- Sat, Sep 19, 2009 @

Opening act(s): U.S. Royalty - They have a MySpace page if you want to know more about them @

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Review 6 for Fountains of Wayne

5 / 5

Awesome show in Atlanta!

Variety Playhouse @

- Atlanta @

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- Wed, Sep 16, 2009 @

Posted 09/18/2009

by ATLteacher

Location: Decatur, Georgia

We've seen FoW a few times around the country- MA, NJ, here in Atlanta- we're huge fans. The acoustic show at the Variety was terrific- we got there early enough to grab a table right up at the stage. FoW rocked and their songs are so much fun to sing along to!

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- Wed, Sep 16, 2009 @

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Review 7 for Fountains of Wayne

4 / 5

The Fountains aren't Waning...

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- Wed, Sep 16, 2009 @

Posted 09/18/2009

by barryetc

Great semi-acoustic show. They had fun with it (Stacy's Mom bluesy?), new songs were memorable, all the power(pop) still there.

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- Wed, Sep 16, 2009 @

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Review 8 for Fountains of Wayne

4 / 5

fountains of wayne rocks your face off

Exit In @

- Nashville @

,TN @

- Thu, Sep 17, 2009 @

Posted 09/18/2009

by thouse

great show from an underrated band. slowed down stacy's mom, which was a treat. the 10 minute medley was amazing

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- Thu, Sep 17, 2009 @

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Review 9 for Fountains of Wayne

5 / 5

Fun, inviting show

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,GA @

- Wed, Sep 16, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Chris, the singer, doing his best Rob Thomas impression while beating his chest and singing. @

Posted 09/17/2009

by GeeBeathole

Location: Myrtle Beach - yes I drove ALL the way to see them

Fountains of Wayne are THEE consumate songwriters of my generation. Hands down. And this concert served as a resume of outstanding material shown in some of it's more meager adaptations.

The band, without it's touring keyboardist, showed it's versatility in penning tunes in genres ranging from powerpop to soft rock, and in musicianship where members would trade off on instruments.

They're probably best known (by those not really familiar with their body of work) for "Stacey's Mom". Fans of that tune would have been very pleased that it showed up in this set. A very chameleon-like version - sounding more loungy than pop until the signature chorus kicked in.

And fans of their older work would have been excited too. In their 15+ song set, they included quite a few tunes from the s/t and "Utopia Parkway" albums. They also allotted time for four brand new (errr, slightly new) songs - most of which were quite heart-felt.

If you get a chance to see them on this full band acoustic tour, go. You won't regret it.

Variety Playhouse @

- Atlanta @

,GA @

- Wed, Sep 16, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Chris, the singer, doing his best Rob Thomas impression while beating his chest and singing. @

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Review 10 for Fountains of Wayne

4 / 5

FoW - Awesome!

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- Wed, Sep 16, 2009 @

Posted 09/17/2009

by clkehn

Location: atlanta

This was a great concert, and a nice venue - wish more people had attended, but their loss.

Variety Playhouse @

- Atlanta @

,GA @

- Wed, Sep 16, 2009 @

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Review 11 for Fountains of Wayne

5 / 5

Classic FOW

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- Atlanta @

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- Wed, Sep 16, 2009 @

Opening act(s): The Preakness @

Posted 09/17/2009

by Toddism

Location: Lawrenceville, Ga

It was a rockin acoustic show. Adam played the grand piano. Songs ranged from new ones to a jazz version of Stacy's Mom. If you get a chance - go see them.

Variety Playhouse @

- Atlanta @

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- Wed, Sep 16, 2009 @

Opening act(s): The Preakness @

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Review 12 for Fountains of Wayne

5 / 5

Great Time! Great Show!

Park West @

- Chicago @

,IL @

- Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @

Favorite moment: A Lounge version of Stacy's Mom and two great new songs Cold Comfort Flowers and A Summer Place @

Posted 07/12/2009

by MikeDonnelly

Location: Cleveland

travelled from Cleveland to see this show. This was my second time seeing this one of a kind band. They were Phenomenal!!! I had the opportunity to meet Adam and Jody afterward who came out to say hello to fans, Great guys and great talents! Don't miss them if you get the chance!

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- Chicago @

,IL @

- Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @

Favorite moment: A Lounge version of Stacy's Mom and two great new songs Cold Comfort Flowers and A Summer Place @

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Review 13 for Fountains of Wayne

4 / 5

FOW so fun!

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- Chicago @

,IL @

- Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @

Posted 07/12/2009

by Libraria

Location: Chicago

Fountains of Wayne are such a great combo of tight musicians, witty yet goofy lyricists! Didn't know how they would be live, but I wasn't disappointed. Park West is an amazing venue--every seat has good view and acoustics. The band was so much fun to watch in person with great narration between song and some hilarious stream of chordiousness song free association. Only wish I could have understood the words to their newer songs more clearly.

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- Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @

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Review 14 for Fountains of Wayne

5 / 5

Fountains of Wayne - fantastic!

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Posted 07/12/2009

by one4thegipper

Location: Plainfield, IL

Great show by Fountains of Wayne, great venue, great service

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,IL @

- Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @

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Review 15 for Fountains of Wayne

5 / 5

FoW--amazing

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- Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @

Posted 07/12/2009

by Alex23

Location: Chicago

I have seen many, many concerts, and Fountains of Wayne is among the best I have ever seen. Not only are they talented musicians, but their stage presence and humor add a delightful element to the performance. Highly recommended.

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- Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @

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Review 16 for Fountains of Wayne

4 / 5

Fountains of Fun!

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,IL @

- Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Interaction with the audience. @

Setlist: Red Dragon Tatoo. Someone to Love, Fire Island, Hotel Majestic, Hey Julie, etc. @

Posted 07/11/2009

by Grady

Location: Chicago

These guys put on a great show, with songs that are poppy but with really smart lyrics. For the ticket price of $25 or even free at Summer festivals, Probably one of the best bands touring this Summer. They are much more than "Stacy's Mom"

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- Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Interaction with the audience. @

Setlist: Red Dragon Tatoo. Someone to Love, Fire Island, Hotel Majestic, Hey Julie, etc. @

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Review 17 for Fountains of Wayne

5 / 5

Amazing

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- Chicago @

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- Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Everything! @

Posted 07/11/2009

by DSil

Location: Texas

Brilliant, Fabulous, Amazing, no words to describe!

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- Chicago @

,IL @

- Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Everything! @

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Review 18 for Fountains of Wayne

5 / 5

Fountains of Wayne rock

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Posted 07/11/2009

by Hotrod69

Location: Chicago

Concert could not have been better. Perfect venue for the band. Highly recommended.

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Review 19 for Fountains of Wayne

4 / 5

Fountains of Wayne, Acoustic

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,IL @

- Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Seeing Jon Auer as a surprise! Hackensack with Auer playing with the band was a real treat. @

Opening act(s): Jon Auer @

Posted 07/11/2009

by orthobiz

Location: Cadillac, MI

Saw them open for Matchbox 20 years ago, left the concert early because for me, FOW was the HEADLINER!

Anyway, I have had untold hours of pleasure listening to their catalog and I'm a big fan. This concert was good mainly because they are pop heroes for me. But there was an almost perfunctory aspect to the performance, just lacking a little gusto somehow. Maybe it's the acoustic angle.

I was really happy to go (took the wife and my three teenagers) but stopped short of a five-star rating.

Park West @

- Chicago @

,IL @

- Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Seeing Jon Auer as a surprise! Hackensack with Auer playing with the band was a real treat. @

Opening act(s): Jon Auer @

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Review 20 for Fountains of Wayne

2 / 5

Shortest Concert Ever

Park West @

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- Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Playing Stacy's Mom for the final song @

Posted 07/11/2009

by WindyCityChet

Show was enjoyable, if for just a short time. Concert started at 7:30, ended at 10:00 (with one opening act). Didn't know Fountains of Wayne had a curfew

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- Chicago @

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- Fri, Jul 10, 2009 @

Favorite moment: Playing Stacy's Mom for the final song @

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