Moogfest 2011

[Ardentbiscuit]

Okay, so they announced it.

Iconic Composer and Performer Terry Riley and son Gyan Riley Join Lineup

One of the most monumental and influential musical figures of the past century – the composer and performer Terry Riley– will be joining the Moogfest line up this year, presenting a special concert. Although he has chosen to perform mostly acoustic in recent years, Riley will present a rare concert of his legendary electronic keyboard music, including his remarkable "A Rainbow In Curved Air," the visionary work which shaped and inspired the music of Pink Floyd, the Who, and countless others, including fellow Moogfest icons Hans-Joachim Roedelius, Tangerine Dream, and, of course, Brian Eno.

Riley’s son, the outstanding guitarist, performer and composer Gyan Riley, will also join him in concert. Gyan’s most recent work, Stream of Gratitude, was released on John Zorn's Tzadik label earlier this year.

For more information go to moogfest.com

See the current lineup or check out the day schedule at Moogfest.com

[Thisismyname]

Schedule out...

http://lineup.moogfest.com/events/2011/10/28/

[betao]

So I really wanna go to this, but I can only go Friday and Saturday. Is anyone else traveling through the Richmond, VA area that is going to this? If so, hit me up.

[HunterGather]

Ugh, I just noticed how incredibly convenient it would have been for Portishead to play Moogfest (their last show is 27th in Colorado, and they could have made it for Moogfest).

But i guess being exclusive to the ATP Festival halted that.

But they would have been perfect for this fest! Plus, it would have been their southern gig.

[VigoTheCarpathian]

mouse fest?

[jconxtc]

Looking for some info from people who went last year

1) How often was a venue at capacity? How long did you have to wait?
2) How long does it take to get through security at each venue?
3) What about walking distance from one venue to another? are there cabs or trolleys or shuttles?
4) Any suggestions for food?

[jeffp1717]

1. The only times I saw a venue at capacity was for Four Tet and Bonobo. Four Tet was at the Orange Peel and we got there right at/maybe a little after his starting time. Bonobo was in the tiny Moogaplex which is just a conference room in a hotel. (I had a pass so I just walked in for Bonobo, but I don't think I was getting in otherwise. Just turned around and saw something else for Four Tet; the line was pretty crazy.)
2. Not long for the TWA/Civic Center, but the security at the Orange Peel is historically a bitch. I have never had a pleasant experience with the security there. In fact, the security as a whole last year, even at the two main venues was pretty overzealous.
3. The furthest you will have to walk is to the Orange Peel, as most of the other venues are only a few blocks away in any given direction. Even that walk is 10-15 minutes, tops.
4. Tupelo Honey Cafe & Over Easy for breakfast, for sure. I had a really good quail at Lexington Avenue Brewery last year, and enjoyed a really great IPA of theirs as well.

God I can't wait to be back in Asheville. Who's pumped?!

[e_rupt]

i'm pumped! this will be my first year!


FYI: If anyone is looking for lodging, I canceled two private pods @ Sweet Pea Hostel, due to friends bailing out. It runs about $35 a night and its located in Downtown Asheville.

http://www.sweetpeashostel.com/

[MistaGlitch]

1. The only times I saw a venue at capacity was for Four Tet and Bonobo.

God I can't wait to be back in Asheville. Who's pumped?!

I would have to add Jonsi to this list.

I'm sooo pumped! Amon Tobin, are you kidding me!?!?

[jeffp1717]

I would have to add Jonsi to this list.

I'm sooo pumped! Amon Tobin, are you kidding me!?!?

Wow was it? I was at Thievery. I am surprised that place filled up.

Amon Tobin is going to blow minds. I am personally beyond excited about finally seeing FlyLo too. And The Field. And M83. And..yeah. All of it.

[betao]

The correct answer is Suicide.

Seriously, anyone who skips them should have their Coachella credentials taken.

[Drinkey McDrinkerstein]

Suicide's live show is unfortunately not for everybody.

[getbetter]

I want to go to this next year.

[Boourns]

Suicide's live show is unfortunately not for everybody.

I enjoyed seeing them at Primavera, but apparently a lot of people didn't. Looks like they clash with St. Vincent, and I have to say that St. Vincent is the better live show. But on the other hand, who knows when Suicide will come around again. I see a bunch of unfortunate conflicts and overlaps.

[WhyTheLongFace]

Conflicts Galore!

[Boourns]

Still wish I could swing this. Maybe next year.

[betao]

Suicide's live show is unfortunately not for everybody.

It's still owed for who they are though. Just to see a couple of songs (at least Ghost Rider or maybe even Frankie Teardrop if your bold enough). Like Frank said, they won't be around for much longer. Alan Vega is in his 70s.

[LooseAtTheZoo]

Unfortunately can't make it anymore. My Halloween weekend will be spent on the East Coast.

[wmgaretjax]

Secondary festival happening along side it. Saturday in particular is ridiculous.

FOOGMESS is happening again!

ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA
October 28, 29, 30, 31

FRIDAY OCTOBER 28th: @ BANDWAGON
-Nest Egg
-Aswara
-Difference Clouds
-Housefire
-Merryl


SATURDAY OCTOBER 29th: @ IZZY'S
-Quiet Evenings
-Xiphiidae
-Sparkling Wide Pressure
-Heat Sureens
-Villages
-Cumulus


SUNDAY OCTOBER 30th: @ 22 BROAD ST. (DAY SHOW)
-Giant Giants
-Plaens
-Brian Kincaid
-Abe Leonard
-Slow Loris


MONDAY HALLOWEEN (!!!!): @ BANDWAGON
-Skeleton Warrior
-Meager Sunlight
-White Creeps
-By Any Means Necessary
-Virgin Pulp

[Thisismyname]

Saturday in particular is ridiculous.

I'll take your word for it, I've never heard of a single one of those acts.

[MistaGlitch]

Anyone hitting up any of the workshops? What about Eno's exhibit?

[doubleUteeF]

So pumped to get to Ashevegas Thursday night. The work week is crawling by.

jeffp I know you'll be at the Umph set Sunday night, hope to run into you dude

[MistaGlitch]

Ardent and I will be around too...anyone who wants to meet up for at least a show can PM me their number.

[Thisismyname]

Working till 10 and then driving all night to get to Asheville.

Can't.freckin.wait.

[Ardentbiscuit]

Yes, flying out tonight, will be there Friday AM!

[jeffp1717]

A photo per set (that I saw, minus FlyLo.)

Matthew Dear


Mayer Hawthorne


The Antlers


Holy F*ck


Moby


The Field


TV On The Radio


The Naked & Famous


Dan Deacon


SBTRKT


The Flaming Lips


Amon Tobin


St. Vincent


Sound Tribe Sector 9


Oneohtrix Point Never


M83


Passion Pit


Umphrey's McGee

[Mr. Dylanja]

Awesome pics!

[Thisismyname]

Such a fantastic weekend.

This festival is going to be around a long time. Take note people.

[jeffp1717]

Thank you, Mr. Dylanja. I will hopefully have some time to sift through the rest and get a photo album together, so I will post a link here whenever I do if you'd like.

[WhyTheLongFace]

AMAZING PICS