Halup Wrote:
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> I haven't read all the posts with complaints about
> the Stones doing private shows, but what I feel is
> that people are a little upset in this case that
> the Stones, who never do all acoustic shows, are
> about to do one for a crowd where probably no one
> in attendance will be able to appreciate the
> uniqueness of what they're getting as much as the
> users of this website.
>
> Some people may feel the Stones are sell outs for
> doing private shows, which is a bit silly to feel,
> but I think people feel this all acoustic
> performance is being wasted on an unappreciative
> audience instead of being done in a performance
> where hard core fans at least stood some chance of
> attending.
Thats basically it. Of course, theres just speculation that its an acoustic show, but even if it wasnt, the 'small show' appeal is something that will be lost on much of that audience
For an example, see this review of the Pepsi corporate show in Hawaii in 1998, with particular attention to the 3rd paragraph
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Imagine people walking out of an intimate Stones show half way through because they couldnt care less about being there. The Stones as a cabaret act for a disinterested audience. Makes ya feel good, doesnt it?