Today I woke early. I showered, dressed and walked to the mall. I had breakfast burritos and then got a couple things to give to Ashley when she comes here. I also bought a sharpie so that I can lable my CD’s properly.
On my way back here Ashley called my cell so we talked for a little while before I headed downtown. There I looked for things for Ashley, and had a peanut buster parfait at DQ. I walked around some, looked in different stores and then went to the line for entrance to Concert on the Hill 2003.
Once inside I wandered around for a few minutes until the glorious foursome of Sascha, his brother Shane, sister Kristine (all Richers) and Sarah Skipper found this beacon of wisdom and joy amid so many hundreds. It’s good to know I am easy to find and that I stand out in a crowd.
We eventually moved up onto the hill to establish a sitting area, and we talked of the many interesting things we like, music, politics, books, and other important topics. It was so wonderful to talk with my friends again. I can’t tell you how much I miss Sarah and Sascha. They are tons of fun!
There’s some proof. Look at this stunning example of fun!
Sarah had on a damn cool Spidey shirt!
Sarah is camera shy.
The first act to perform were The Trews (website). One word sums them up: WOW. I’ve seen them perform 5 or 6 times, and they have made a huge leap forward in the past year. They put on what would prove to be the best show of the day (possibly tied with Nickelback). Gordie Johnson’s tutilage has definitely made this band incredibly promising. These boys will be headlining events like this in 2 years. Mark my words. They are incredible!
After their set I picked up their CD single for “Every Inambition”, since it was cheap and I need something to tide me over until August when their debut album will be released.
After that set was Three Days Grace. They were very, very mediocre so we just talked back on the hill while they played. It was time well spent.
Crush did their usual high quality pop-rock with great results. It was a solid set, and I enjoyed it very much. Their new material is sounding great, so I’ll likely pick up their next album.
When Finger Eleven came on I dashed back down the hill to immerse myself in the pit. They put on a really great set, and touched on a lot of my favorite songs. It was a great set, about on par with the last time I saw them live.
Default was flat tonight… nothing that stood out much at all. Even their singles seemed hollow from the hill, and ground (if Sascha’s word is to be believed). I spent the time before and during that set talking with Sarah about life, politics, school, and books. It was really very pleasant to talk with her again. We always have really great conversations, I think.
Just after their set a girl I knew from high school, Amanda, came up and said, “Hey Jesus!” It’s nice to know I’m well remembered and that my saviourhood is still affirmed. She was apparantly taking photos of everyone she ran into making a “mean face” so I did my best to accomidate her photography experiment. I did ask her to allow me to take a similar photo of her.
Nickelback was surprisingly excellent. Chad really knows how to work the crowd and keep things interesting. The pyro and lights were very well done, and only served to enhance their performance. Their set was filled with hits and songs I enjoy, and even included an interesting new song. I was surprised to learn that “Leader of Men”, my favorite Nickelback song, is actually about magic mushrooms. Examining the lyrics it’s obvious now. I enjoy Nickelback, but they haven’t been in my top 100. Their live act certainly is now, though. I’ll be going to see them when they return to Halifax.
Post-concert I walked with the Richers and the Skipper to their car. Then I traversed the city and came home.
Once here I called Ashley and we talked for an hour or so.
Now I will soon sleep.
Photos from this weekend can be found here.
10 comments on “Concert On The Hill 2003”
Wow you had really fun at the concert!! Those pictures tell me how much you had fun! Oh…no picture of you Apollo?? seems your small camera did great job! 🙂 I can’t imagine that hill becomes like that! When I saw that place was really calm. So great!
Yeahh Sarah’s shirt are really cool! 🙂 I’m glad to see Kristine’s sweet smile again! Thanks Apollo talking that pictures! 😉 I’m cray about her smiling honestly. She’s so cute…
I’ve never been to any concert. I should go someday I have time! 🙂 but outside is much better like that concert!
🙂 Yeah, we had a lot of fun!
I only took one photo of myself, and it didn’t turn out.
Yeah, the hill is usually very calm.
🙂 I was very happy to take photos.
I hope you can come to a concert with Sascha and I someday!
Sounds like you had a great time 🙂
(I know, I don’t comment a lot, but I do read. I just thought I’d let you know)
Kimmie
thanks for commenting, I qppreciate it. I know I find it hard to comment much too.
yes yes, i just wanted to let you know that i read what you write too… just i never comment much on what anyone says. blah.
anyway, i went to your website and i was looking at pictures of you and ashley, and they are all so cute and adorable. this one is my favorite though. so so cute. 😀
Thanks for commenting! I really do appreciate it, though I certainly understand how hars it can be.
🙂 I’m glad you liked looking at the photos of Ashley and I. I should have plenty more when she visits here.
That day certanly rocked. I needed a concert to get my energy back up. Now I am bouncing off the walls 😀 Music is my battery.
😀 Woo! That day sure did rock. I’m quite recharged as well. We need to hang out more as well. It was great to see you again, my enforcer disciple.
Yeah we do have to. And there need to be more Concerts!!!!!
Yes, more concerts would be wonderful!