Corey and I wanted to make it to the Muse concert so we could see the opening band, Silversun Pickups, but we met some of my friends (Luisa, Holly, and Jamie and her husband Ryan) going to the concert at Chili’s for dinner, and the restaurant was extremely busy and slow. My boss, who also went to the concert with some of his kids, said that we didn’t miss much. His exact comment was, “The band that opened missed Melody 101 during their music education.” Corey and I were quite surprised at this comment since their song “Panic Switch” is one of our favorites.
Not seeing Silversun Pickups was a little disappointing, but that disappointment didn’t last long at all. For one thing, we had a great time eating dinner and hanging out with my friends. And, for another thing, we only had to wait about 20 minutes before Muse came onto the stage, which gave Corey and me some time to get situated in our seats and take some pictures of the arena.
When the lights went out and the intro started, the atmosphere in the arena was so intense! Everyone was so pumped and excited for Muse to come out. The intro flawlessly meshed into the band performing “Uprising.” (I thought I recorded some of the concert, but, on the way home last night, I realized that I had forgotten to press Record. But, I found a video of the intro and “Uprising” that’s very similar–not the same–to what we saw last night on youtube. I recommend searching for live 2010 performances by Muse so you can see the awesomeness of their concert.)
That video doesn’t even begin to cover the awesomeness of the visual effects during the concert. The lights were so amazing! I especially liked the lights on the light tape grand piano Matthew Bellamy played during a few of the songs.
Each of their songs were choreographed so well that it made them so much fun to listen to and watch as Muse performed them. Seriously, if you ever get the chance to see Muse live, I would take it. They put on one heck of a show!
I really want to go to another concert now. I want to see how other bands compare to Muse. Muse sounded just as good live as they do recorded. I’ve heard live recordings from quite a few bands and most of them are off key, which bugs me to no end and is probably one of the main reasons I haven’t been to a concert until now. I’m worried that I’ll be sorely disappointed in other concerts because I was so spoiled with such a good first experience.
PS–Don’t you love the sea of square lights in some of the pictures? I think it’s hilarious to see so many cameras/camera phones.
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My heart is broken! Muse got stuck in the snow between SLC and Denver on I-70 and our concert tonight was postponed! I am sad beyond words. They are going to come back on October 2nd to do a make-up concert, but my baby is due October 6th so I am really upset!!
I’m so sorry, Jen! That’s horrible!!!
I was excited to hear what you thought about the concert. I hope your baby either comes early enough to still be healthy and let you go. Or, not come until after the concert, so you can still go!
You are sooo lucky! I am determined to see them live someday soon.
Silversun and MUSE came to Houston but we couldn’t get tickets. I’m glad you guys had fun. I hope to see them also.
Andrea – I was really excited when I found out they were coming. I hope you get a chance to see them soon!
LeAnn – That’s too bad that you couldn’t go. I hope you get to see them too.
So glad to hear that you had an awesome time! Looks like it was a packed stadium! I love the sea of phones/cameras in the crowd!
Violet – It was packed. It was completely sold out! Corey wished he could’ve been on the floor. I was happy to have my seat.
Wasn’t it so awesome! We missed the Silversun Pickups too, but it sounds like it was just as well. Yes, you just may end up being disappointed in hearing other bands live; I’ve been to tons of concerts, and Muse’s performance was one of THE BEST live concerts I’ve attended. Matthew’s vocals were spot on! Were you sitting down? Our section stood from start to finish! I didn’t care though, I was so pumped
That is awesome that you finally had your first concert experience. Also really glad that it didn’t disappoint you. There is nothing worse than forking over all that money just to see a crappy music show!
Deon – We were standing the entire time too, but I loved it. It made it easier to dance.
Jen – Yeah, I’m glad it was worth the money. I keep listening to their music because I don’t want to come off my Muse high.
I have to say that I finally was able to get the CD today and it’s pure love. I’m jealous now. D= xD
I’m glad you had fun at the concert. It sounds like a good time.
Megan – Which CD did you get? Yeah, I love their music. It’s pretty much my favorite!
Christie – Thanks! It was definitely a good time!
I got the newest one: “The Resistance.” So much fun to listen to. I think I got my roommate liking it, too. xD
Megan – That’s a great album! I love it. But, I don’t think there’s a song I don’t like of theirs.
Don’t hate me, but I had to google Muse to find out what/who they were! Glad you guys had a good time!
Beth – I don’t hate you. I know that a lot of people don’t know who Muse is. But, they’re awesome, just so you know.
I am so jealous! I wonder if they’re coming to Vegas? It looks like it was an awesome concert!
Kimberly – I know they went to Las Vegas last year, or the year before. I’m not sure if they’re going there again. You can check their tour dates on their website: http://muse.mu/.
I’m so glad you had fun at your first concert! And although I don’t like Muse, it sounds like it was amazing. More concerts in the future?
Seriously? This was your first concert? Oh my, you will be spoiled then! Actually, as good as they are, there’s been many another concert I’ve been to that I’ve equally loved (Josh Groban to name just one!) But Muse is definitely in their own category. (P.S. They were in Vegas last Saturday.) This was my second time seeing Muse and they upped their special affects big time. It was awesome!
Aymee – Yeah, I’d love to go to other concerts in the future. I think it would be fun to the The Killers, Angels & Airwaves, Smashing Pumpkins, and Coldplay. There are other bands I’d like to see, but because of the crowd they’d draw in, I probably won’t see them.
Suey – Yeah, it was my first concert unless you count the not-very-dramatic-or-special-effect-filled-church-things.
If I would’ve had another $100 to spend, if I would’ve known they were in Vegas last weekend, and if my niece’s wedding festivities weren’t last weekend I would’ve gone again.