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Blog Post: Jeff Watson
Edinburgh Fan Tour Reports
posted by Jeff on Oct 28, 2010 10:25am
The third stop on MCR’s “World Contamination Tour” was in Edinburgh, Scotland. MCR fan tour reporters Leigh-Ann B. and Stephanie S. were there when it happened, and they had this to say:
“The band played a mixture of new and old songs and it was brilliant to see them in a more stripped down setting because it proved whether they had a big set or not they could still put on an explosive performance. Their interaction with the crowd was fantastic as Way is a natural stage man and the whole band played as if it was their last show.” - Stephanie S.
“The contrast between the band backstage and the band performing was clear: Gerard’s excitement brought on some technical difficulties –smashing the microphone against the floor on their first song, breaking it, but recovered swiftly. Ray was shredding his guitar whilst Frankie rocked out on the floor as the crowd chanted for Mikey Way several times though out the night.” - Leigh-Ann B.
For the full reports and set list, click
Full Reports
Stephanie S:
We were met by some confusion about where we were meant to go when we first arrived but this meant we met the other tour reporters on the way meaning we met some great people from the start! We then waited in the backstage area to meet the band. Upon meeting them we asked questions as a group and then had our photo’s taken with them and it was a really relaxed atmosphere. They seemed really down to earth and friendly and were happy to answer the questions in detail and sign our tickets. When asked about why they have started singing songs off their first album again they stated that they missed them and were thinking about singing them in new ways in the future and even mixing some of them together. This is great news for fans of the old stuff as they have not played some of these songs for many years. After this we were allowed to stand right in front of the stage for the first three songs they performed. They opened with Na Na Na which was a great start and everyone went mental from the beginning showing it was going to be one hell of a set. It was incredible to see them at such close quarters and we got some cracking shots of them performing. We then moved into the crowd where we found a good place to stand to watch the rest of the show. The venue, which was the Corn Exchange in Edinburgh, was ideal as where ever you stood you had a great view. The band played a mixture of new and old songs and it was brilliant to see them in a more stripped down setting because it proved whether they had a big set or not they could still put on an explosive performance. Their interaction with the crowd was fantastic as Way is a natural stage man and the whole band played as if it was their last show. The Scottish crowd were a good laugh, clearly dedicated as they could out sing the band, giving the whole night a great atmosphere. It was an unforgettable night roll on the next time the killjoys come around!
Leigh-Ann B:
Edinburgh’s Killjoys came out in force tonight as MCR returned to Scotland for the first time in three years with their comeback World Contamination Tour. As hundreds camped around the venue we were privileged enough to meet the band themselves as they prepared to take to the Scottish stage. “Is this really happening? Is this real?” was all that we could think to say as we met My Chemical Romance backstage in their dressing room. “No, we’re a hologram” giggled Frank, setting the laidback tone to the interview. After the initial hysterics, we soon settled into casually chatting with the band, with conversations ranging from the intense Scottish crowds to the dramatic transformation of their new material. You could see the smile spread across Gerard’s face as we gave them positive feedback on their new album, which is to be released in November. The band later stated “We wanna refer back to our old music in our live shows, we miss it” and that’s exactly what they did; blasting out “Our Lady of Sorrows” throughout the packed crowds. You could see the wide range of ages within the Corn Exchange from 14 year old kids standing with their parents to middle aged men rocking out to the heavy beat, which gave the place a great sense of family. The contrast between the band backstage and the band performing was clear: Gerard’s excitement brought on some technical difficulties –smashing the microphone against the floor on their first song, breaking it, but recovered swiftly. Ray was shredding his guitar whilst Frankie rocked out on the floor as the crowd chanted for Mikey Way several times though out the night. You could tell from the buzz of the crowd before, during and after that My Chemical Romance are legends here in Scotland and would be welcomed back with open arms. It’s easy to tell that this night is not one that will soon be forgotten.
Set List:
Na Na Na
Thank You For The Venom
Dead!
Cemetary Drive
Planetary (GO!)
I'm Not Okay (I Promise)
Give 'Em Hell Kid
Our Lady Of Sorrows
I Don't Love You
You Know What They Do To Guys Like Us In Prison
The Only Hope For Me Is You
Destroya
Welcome To The Black Parade
Helena
Mama
Teenagers
The Ghost Of You
Famous Last Words
Sleep
Cancer
The Kids From Yesterday
posted by Jeff on Oct 28, 2010 10:25am
The third stop on MCR’s “World Contamination Tour” was in Edinburgh, Scotland. MCR fan tour reporters Leigh-Ann B. and Stephanie S. were there when it happened, and they had this to say:
“The band played a mixture of new and old songs and it was brilliant to see them in a more stripped down setting because it proved whether they had a big set or not they could still put on an explosive performance. Their interaction with the crowd was fantastic as Way is a natural stage man and the whole band played as if it was their last show.” - Stephanie S.
“The contrast between the band backstage and the band performing was clear: Gerard’s excitement brought on some technical difficulties –smashing the microphone against the floor on their first song, breaking it, but recovered swiftly. Ray was shredding his guitar whilst Frankie rocked out on the floor as the crowd chanted for Mikey Way several times though out the night.” - Leigh-Ann B.
For the full reports and set list, click
Full Reports
Stephanie S:
We were met by some confusion about where we were meant to go when we first arrived but this meant we met the other tour reporters on the way meaning we met some great people from the start! We then waited in the backstage area to meet the band. Upon meeting them we asked questions as a group and then had our photo’s taken with them and it was a really relaxed atmosphere. They seemed really down to earth and friendly and were happy to answer the questions in detail and sign our tickets. When asked about why they have started singing songs off their first album again they stated that they missed them and were thinking about singing them in new ways in the future and even mixing some of them together. This is great news for fans of the old stuff as they have not played some of these songs for many years. After this we were allowed to stand right in front of the stage for the first three songs they performed. They opened with Na Na Na which was a great start and everyone went mental from the beginning showing it was going to be one hell of a set. It was incredible to see them at such close quarters and we got some cracking shots of them performing. We then moved into the crowd where we found a good place to stand to watch the rest of the show. The venue, which was the Corn Exchange in Edinburgh, was ideal as where ever you stood you had a great view. The band played a mixture of new and old songs and it was brilliant to see them in a more stripped down setting because it proved whether they had a big set or not they could still put on an explosive performance. Their interaction with the crowd was fantastic as Way is a natural stage man and the whole band played as if it was their last show. The Scottish crowd were a good laugh, clearly dedicated as they could out sing the band, giving the whole night a great atmosphere. It was an unforgettable night roll on the next time the killjoys come around!
Leigh-Ann B:
Edinburgh’s Killjoys came out in force tonight as MCR returned to Scotland for the first time in three years with their comeback World Contamination Tour. As hundreds camped around the venue we were privileged enough to meet the band themselves as they prepared to take to the Scottish stage. “Is this really happening? Is this real?” was all that we could think to say as we met My Chemical Romance backstage in their dressing room. “No, we’re a hologram” giggled Frank, setting the laidback tone to the interview. After the initial hysterics, we soon settled into casually chatting with the band, with conversations ranging from the intense Scottish crowds to the dramatic transformation of their new material. You could see the smile spread across Gerard’s face as we gave them positive feedback on their new album, which is to be released in November. The band later stated “We wanna refer back to our old music in our live shows, we miss it” and that’s exactly what they did; blasting out “Our Lady of Sorrows” throughout the packed crowds. You could see the wide range of ages within the Corn Exchange from 14 year old kids standing with their parents to middle aged men rocking out to the heavy beat, which gave the place a great sense of family. The contrast between the band backstage and the band performing was clear: Gerard’s excitement brought on some technical difficulties –smashing the microphone against the floor on their first song, breaking it, but recovered swiftly. Ray was shredding his guitar whilst Frankie rocked out on the floor as the crowd chanted for Mikey Way several times though out the night. You could tell from the buzz of the crowd before, during and after that My Chemical Romance are legends here in Scotland and would be welcomed back with open arms. It’s easy to tell that this night is not one that will soon be forgotten.
Set List:
Na Na Na
Thank You For The Venom
Dead!
Cemetary Drive
Planetary (GO!)
I'm Not Okay (I Promise)
Give 'Em Hell Kid
Our Lady Of Sorrows
I Don't Love You
You Know What They Do To Guys Like Us In Prison
The Only Hope For Me Is You
Destroya
Welcome To The Black Parade
Helena
Mama
Teenagers
The Ghost Of You
Famous Last Words
Sleep
Cancer
The Kids From Yesterday