2017.07.19 - Bakersfield, CA @ Rabobank Arena

[TheBang]

n/t

[armogi]

damn. already going to sacto in october.
5hrs drive. tempting... wish it was closer to SF than LA :)

[Baphomette]

Info on ticket sales?

[Toadflax]

Info on ticket sales?

You don't have an email?

[NotoriousTIMP]

The email said there a a special code to get tickets for tomorrow...did anyone else get said code?

[Harry Seaward]

There's apparently a presale at 10am? Anyone know the password?

EDIT: NVM, that's weird. I got two emails between my two email addresses, but only one of them got the presale information and code. Huh.

[acrid avid jam shred]

Awesome to see that Tobacco is opening for NIN!

[LenaMHJBKZ2]

There's apparently a presale at 10am? Anyone know the password?

EDIT: NVM, that's weird. I got two emails between my two email addresses, but only one of them got the presale information and code. Huh.

I have the email but no code. I'm kind of worried.

[NotoriousTIMP]

Anyone else think that maybe the pre-sale codes are randomly sent to people? I didnt get one for one of my email addresses but I did get one for another. The messages look different too...

[Toadflax]

*twiddling thumbs for the next 22 minutes*

[LenaMHJBKZ2]

I'm the waiting room for access. I'm so freaking tired, nervous, and anxious.

[NotoriousTIMP]

6min, 42sec left! Good luck everyone!!

[virushopper]

Got it!!! Woot!!!!

[cynicmuse]

That was surprisingly painless. Bakersfield here I come.

[halo eighteen]

$33 before fees is pretty fucking amazing.

[Harry Seaward]

holy shit

[NotoriousTIMP]

got my tickets!

[ManBurning]

Woo-Hoo! Got a ticket. $45? Daaammmmn. These are cheap!

[Toadflax]

So fucking stupid. It didn't ask me to login until I was trying to purchase, then it told me my username/password combo wasn't on file, no option to checkout as guest, I tried to sign up with my email, but it told me it was already on file AND THEN JUST SENT ME TO THE ARENA'S HOMEPAGE. I tried again, signed up with a different email address, and all is well. Fuck, though.

[Brokenfern]

YES!!! GOT THEM!!!! I'll gladly put up with the stench of cow manure for a NIN show any day!

[Harry Seaward]

I didn't plan for this to actually go through, since this sorta thing never happens. Now I have to plan to get to Bakersfield. I'll be sleeping in my car but hey, worth it.

[Harry Seaward]

Did everybody who got the presale code preorder the vinyl?

[Brokenfern]

Is the vinyl on sale already?

[The_yeti]

$33 before fees is pretty fucking amazing.

Yeah, but $12.5 in fees, almost half the ticket price.

Whatever, off to Bakersfield we go.

[NotoriousTIMP]

sucks that they are e-tickets :(

[halo eighteen]

Is the vinyl on sale already?

Nope. I think the vinyl presale is for the first EP, being that the code is a song from that.

[artisresistance8]

https://image.ibb.co/it0EFF/2017_07_15_10_16_23_Microsoft_Edge.png

[The_yeti]

sucks that they are e-tickets :(
I miss the NIN.com hard tickets with our names on them.

Reddit rumor says only 2k tickets total being sold.

[oldschool]

I had a similar deal. It bounced me because I tried creating a new account, not realizing I already had one. Had to reset my password. Then the code didn't work. Tried it again and it did. That was tense, but I'm in!

[LenaMHJBKZ2]

Got my tickets!! Kind of annoyed that I didn't get GA! I got seats but whatever! NIN is coming to my city and I really can't complain!! Plus, I'm going to FYF so I can try to the front there

[Brokenfern]

https://image.ibb.co/it0EFF/2017_07_15_10_16_23_Microsoft_Edge.png
Wait... are ALL tickets GA? Even non-presale tickets.... or did I just buy pit tickets????

[LenaMHJBKZ2]

Wait... are ALL tickets GA? Even non-presale tickets.... or did I just buy pit tickets????

I have seats section 110 but the way its set up is half the arena. So only like 3k or so available. I really wanted pit but I can't complain. I got what I could get

[TheRealNs1]

My body is ready.


I got GA

[LenaMHJBKZ2]

My friend is going to try for pit during regular sale. I really want GA.

[Discobunny]

Help Help Help.... Got the presale email from NIN.com but no password. What the actual smurf? I am so rusty at this shiz. Can anybody PM Me and help me out? I tried all the songs from the new ep. This is the only good news I've had all summer. Also, willing to carpool! I drive Lyft so road tripping from LA is no big to me.

[Brokenfern]

Anyone know if poster tubes are allowed at this arena?

[Discobunny]

I got Email but no special code. Am currently ticketless

[TheRealNs1]

dearworld is the pre sale password you are looking for.

[LenaMHJBKZ2]

Anyone know if poster tubes are allowed at this arena?

Honestly, I don't know. They might have you check it with security.

[Discobunny]

Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I got non-GA, but I'm in! :rolleyes:

[Brokenfern]

Honestly, I don't know. They might have you check it with security.

Even if they make me throw the tube out, i'm taking one anyways just in case.

Damn, I'm use to checking ETS days before a show to scope out the merchandise posts. Then I'll spend days debating what to buy. Guess I'll have to decide then. #firstworldproblems

[Krazy]

Pre-sale appears to be sold out. On the AXS map they appear to be doing 1/2 arena and not end stage.

EDIT: never mind, should have read the above posts before posting!

[NotoriousTIMP]

I miss the NIN.com hard tickets with our names on them.

Reddit rumor says only 2k tickets total being sold.

I'm hoping that the box office will have hard tickets and allow us GA people to swap them out

[Discobunny]

I'm hoping that the box office will have hard tickets and allow us GA people to swap them out

AXS had something in their marketing nonsense about commerative tickets?

I really hope that we get some hard ticket. Maybe presale NIN tix will be like back in the day.

[pushingreality]

I had someone tell me he was interested in going after I bought my single presale ticket, so I went back in for the public offering at noon and it looks like it sold out during the presale.

If anyone ends up having an extra *seated* ticket available, a PM would be appreciated.

[muse-lyre candy]

I also miss the spiral tix dayz. I errored in buying my tix. I am an old fart and was rushing through the order not realizing I only chose the *1* tix instead of *2* tix selection. Not a huge deal in the scheme of things though I had just asked my eldest teenage son this morning if he would like to partake in a road trip with me to see NIN. So if anyone find themselves with an xtra tix that needs a owner/home please PM me. The tix I have is GA. Thank you Ninfamcommunit :)

[Discobunny]

I had someone tell me he was interested in going after I bought my single presale ticket, so I went back in for the public offering at noon and it looks like it sold out during the presale.

If anyone ends up having an extra *seated* ticket available, a PM would be appreciated.


I got GA during the regular sale. I might have an extra seated ticket from the presale.

[muse-lyre candy]

Thank you to tix fairies I was able to get back in to purchase a 2nd ticket. This time seated in section 108 row M. Also does anyone know if the past spiral member formerly known as Misteakablyme is part of ets community?

[NotoriousTIMP]

I had someone tell me he was interested in going after I bought my single presale ticket, so I went back in for the public offering at noon and it looks like it sold out during the presale.

If anyone ends up having an extra *seated* ticket available, a PM would be appreciated.

I *might* have access to a single seated ticket in section 108

[Toadflax]

Dumb question, but no one has received their actual e-ticket yet, correct?

[jamesd553]

I missed the pre sale..my friend and I really wanna go. If anyone got tickets and can't go pm me or email me jamesd553@gmail.com. Pleeeze

[DVYDRNS]

I *might* have access to a single seated ticket in section 108

I might be interested.

[pushingreality]

Dumb question, but no one has received their actual e-ticket yet, correct?

Correct. Monday is the delivery day.

[DVYDRNS]

I was dealing with some crap this morning and missed out. If anyone is looking to sell a ticket…

[Avarik]

Did anyone who did not order the new EP get an early access code?

TOBACCO playing in a huge arena for $33? Great deal, thanks TR

[kevinbeetle]

The AXS channel on DIRECTV plays a lot of concerts. I think we have a decent shot of this being filmed and broadcast at a later date.

[Toadflax]

So, I'll be working until 3:30 or 4 in Beverly Hills and then either going straight to Bakersfield or stopping off at home in Van Nuys first (around 4:30 or so). If anyone wants to jump in my car at either of those times/locations, let me know!

[Krazy]

It looks like the top section is closed off, on top of being half arena. This is only probably a 5,000 at most capacity show.

[NotoriousTIMP]

I might be interested.

Cool, I'll keep you posted

[TheBang]

Did anyone who did not order the new EP get an early access code?
I haven't ordered anything yet for the new EP, and I got the e-mail with early access code. I don't think I've even created an account on the new store.

[NotoriousTIMP]

I'm pretty sure that the early access codes were randomly generated and sent off to people who have bought SOMETHING on the site. I got the code on an email address that I used to pre-order Deviations with but then didn't get a code on the email address I used to pre-order the new EP.

[slave2thewage]

Anyone planning on recording the show?

[NotoriousTIMP]

Anyone planning on recording the show?

not me, my recording days are over.

[Krazy]

Did anyone who did not order the new EP get an early access code?

TOBACCO playing in a huge arena for $33? Great deal, thanks TR


I haven't ordered anything yet for the new EP, and I got the e-mail with early access code. I don't think I've even created an account on the new store.

I've looked over the email a dozen times now and still can't find where the access code is. When I clicked on the link for presale it didn't show it there either.

I know it's over now, but where is that code???

[bryan_NIN65]

Hell I am wondering why I never even got an E-mail of any kind. Place plenty of orders in the past just got the new EP Friday I got the other emails in the past? I looked everywhere and I can not find any E-mail.

[Avarik]

The receipt for the tickets says Vinyl Pre order Presale

[SM Rollinger]

Anyone planning on recording the show?
someone plz tape this plz

[muse-lyre candy]

someone plz tape this plz
Silently ponders under the heavy influence of the 'member berries...
'Member The Spiral? Oh I 'member. 'Member Cabazon? Ooooooh yea I 'member! 'Member The Hole? Shit yea I 'Member that! Ey! Hey, 'member Ghostbusters? Ohh, I 'member. 'Member Slimer? Oh, I loved Slimer. 'Member? Ohh, I 'member. [they keep 'membering]

[Harry Seaward]

Sooo... does anybody here live in Bakersfield and want to let me sleep on their floor for the night? I'll be sitting in line all day so I can hold a spot for you near the front. I could also probably throw you a few bucks, but I don't have much.

I thought I'd ask, otherwise I'll be sleeping in my car for the night. I'm shocked enough that I'm even going to this, but there's no way I can afford a legit hotel room on such short notice. Worth a shot!

[Toadflax]

Sooo... does anybody here live in Bakersfield and want to let me sleep on their floor for the night? I'll be sitting in line all day so I can hold a spot for you near the front. I could also probably throw you a few bucks, but I don't have much.

I thought I'd ask, otherwise I'll be sleeping in my car for the night. I'm shocked enough that I'm even going to this, but there's no way I can afford a legit hotel room on such short notice. Worth a shot!

I'm guessing a couch 90 minutes south of Bakersfield isn't helpful?

[Kyle]

Sooo... does anybody here live in Bakersfield and want to let me sleep on their floor for the night? I'll be sitting in line all day so I can hold a spot for you near the front. I could also probably throw you a few bucks, but I don't have much.

I thought I'd ask, otherwise I'll be sleeping in my car for the night. I'm shocked enough that I'm even going to this, but there's no way I can afford a legit hotel room on such short notice. Worth a shot!

I don't know exactly what your budget is but Priceline has hotels in Bakersfield for $33 (that's before fees and taxes I assume but it's worth a look)

[TheBang]

I've looked over the email a dozen times now and still can't find where the access code is. When I clicked on the link for presale it didn't show it there either.

I know it's over now, but where is that code???
Dunno why there were seemingly 2 versions of the e-mail sent out. Here's what that portion of it looked like, with the code:

http://imgur.com/IK8Men5

[muse-lyre candy]

I was debating on a food offering of VOODOO Doughnuts but then realized that this show is a) not just a checkmark on a laundry list of tour dates and b) VOODOO Doughnuts has become more accessible given their newer Hollywood tour walk location (as i didn't know this location existed until i looked up store hours-apparently the portlandia bubble has broadened its borders)
my eyes are open

[Krazy]

Dunno why there were seemingly 2 versions of the e-mail sent out. Here's what that portion of it looked like, with the code:

http://imgur.com/IK8Men5

Yup, mine is just like that but without the code. Thanks for the screenshot.

[TheRealNs1]

what time do y'all think they actually go on?

I have an event in LA that ends at 5pm and then I gotta head up to Bakersfield after =X

[guy8707]

what time do y'all think they actually go on?

I have an event in LA that ends at 5pm and then I gotta head up to Bakersfield after =X

With one opening band at 8 I'd say NIN goes on around 9 or 9:30.

[guy8707]

Anyone get their actual ticket emailed to them yet?

[TheRealNs1]

With one opening band at 8 I'd say NIN goes on around 9 or 9:30.

oh damn I forgot they even had an opener - sounds like I'm safe.

[ManBurning]

Anyone get their actual ticket emailed to them yet?

No... Better come by end of day today while I'm at work so I have access to a printer to print it off. I'm flying out tomorrow.
I probably should have picked will call. Not sure why I didn't. At least with Will Call I would get a real ticket stub instead of a flimsy old piece of paper.

Better question, do they hand out the limited edition poster before or after the show? Do we have to take that bad boy into the pit to get all crumpled up?

95% of you seem to be coming from California... roll call for people traveling outside of CA. Where ya at?

[TheRealNs1]

me RN thinking about Wednesday


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRRXOPdL5TY

[muse-lyre candy]

OREGON aka OR, ORAYGUN, ORGAN, CELLAR DOOR

[aleywwu]

Seattle. Leaving Tuesday night for an overnight drive to Bakersfield. I'm bringing a poster tube. I've done this a few times at Pearl Jam concerts and have never had an issue getting through security with an empty cardboard tube.

[sick among the pure]

If none of you fuckers go into the bathrooms looking for USB sticks...

[Toadflax]

If none of you fuckers go into the bathrooms looking for USB sticks...

I'm sure most of us fuckers are rushing the stage as soon as we're let in, but I for one will be happy to scour the place for clues after the show (until they kick us out).

[LOVEANDZOMBIES]

Anyone planning on recording the show?

I couldn't get a ticket to this show.. But I will be at Riot Fest and Aftershock with at least iPhone 7 plus if not a GoPro as well. I've been testing the waters on those threads to see if there'll be a community effort to record those shows (since none are streaming - and this will be a *NEW* performance - and possibly the only one of it's kind (depending on how it goes over for these 4(5) shows. Any footage from this show though, could go toward all encompassing mixed multicam. I did that for "All The Love In The World" and it seemed to work pretty well.

[ManBurning]

I'm sure most of us fuckers are rushing the stage as soon as we're let in, but I for one will be happy to scour the place for clues after the show (until they kick us out).

Yeah, this fucker is gonna try and get rail.
Waiting outside all day in 40+ degree weather doesn't sound like fun...
Sorry, can't convert to F degrees for all you, lol. But you guys know how hot it is down there.

Problem with rushing the stage to get rail is, we miss our chance at getting merch in our size... damn first world problems guys!

[sick among the pure]

I'm sure most of us fuckers are rushing the stage as soon as we're let in, but I for one will be happy to scour the place for clues after the show (until they kick us out).

Well obviously rail comes first, I'd be the same way.

[aleywwu]

Yeah, this fucker is gonna try and get rail.
Waiting outside all day in 40+ degree weather doesn't sound like fun...
Sorry, can't convert to F degrees for all you, lol. But you guys know how hot it is down there.

Problem with rushing the stage to get rail is, we miss our chance at getting merch in our size... damn first world problems guys!

What time do folks plan on queuing up? I haven't been in GA a NIN show since seeing them with David Bowie at the Tacoma Dome in 1995, so I'm a little out of the loop in terms of what the line will look like.

I would also suggest bringing along some disposable sun shades or umbrellas just in case the area to line up isn't shaded. Sitting outside in 101 degree (F) temps without any shade sounds terrible.

[Toadflax]

What time do folks plan on queuing up? I haven't been in GA a NIN show since seeing them with David Bowie at the Tacoma Dome in 1995, so I'm a little out of the loop in terms of what the line will look like.

I would also suggest bringing along some disposable sun shades or umbrellas just in case the area to line up isn't shaded. Sitting outside in 101 degree (F) temps without any shade sounds terrible.

In my experience, you get maybe 100 people who queue up many many hours before the doors open, a ton of people who get there within an hour or so of doors, and then another solid chunk that come on the later side.

I'm working a full day, so I won't get there until about 6:00, which I'm hoping is still early enough to be decently close to the stage.

I'm hearing rumors that only 2,200 tickets were sold. Can anyone confirm this?

[bractune]

What time do folks plan on queuing up? I haven't been in GA a NIN show since seeing them with David Bowie at the Tacoma Dome in 1995, so I'm a little out of the loop in terms of what the line will look like.

I would also suggest bringing along some disposable sun shades or umbrellas just in case the area to line up isn't shaded. Sitting outside in 101 degree (F) temps without any shade sounds terrible.

I thinking 2 or 3pm.

[aleywwu]

I thinking 2 or 3pm.

Thanks to both of you. Sounds like I'll have time for a couple hours of sleep after the overnight drive from Seattle.

[ninlive]

Peeps, I know this is a stretch. But if any of you don't want your poster (or your +1) I'd really love to grab it to frame. Thanks for the space here. :)

[Jordan]

95% of you seem to be coming from California... roll call for people traveling outside of CA. Where ya at?

Salt Lake City

[jfontana]

I plan on recording new stuff as long as they let us. I will be at Bakersfield, fyf and panorama so I wont mind.

[aleywwu]

Has anyone received email tickets yet?

[jamesd553]

If anyone can't go and want to sell their pair of tickets let me know. I desperately want to go with my friend.

[muse-lyre candy]

I *might* have access to a single seated ticket in section 108
I *might* have to seek out a trade for my 1 GA for a 108 M seated ticket; or I *might* have to seek out a trade for my 108 M seated +1 box of VOODOO Doughnuts for a GA ticket. My son has yet to decide what he wants to do about our ticket situation.

[Harry Seaward]

I don't know exactly what your budget is but Priceline has hotels in Bakersfield for $33 (that's before fees and taxes I assume but it's worth a look)

Yeah, I'm on a pretty tight budget though. And I'm legit so paranoid of bed bugs lately, I'd rather sleep in the car than what I assume will look and feel like a $33 hotel even if I could spare that.

Honestly, like I said, I really didn't expect for this to happen. I mean, I always try to grab tickets for cool stuff like this, but it's always just a brief little fantasy due to things like not being able to actually get a ticket or the event being too far away and travel expenses being completely prohibitive. So I'm still kind of in shock that I'm actually doing this.

After I bought this ticket and rented a car, both of which were expenses I probably shouldn't have gone in on at this point, suddenly things in my life decided they were just going to start fucking up. Presumably to spite me for getting excited about something good happening. The stupid power converter in the trailer I'm living in took a shit, the brakes on my car are completely going out again even though I just got like 10 brake parts fixed, and right when I got home from errands yesterday, my engine was steaming and there was coolant splashed all over my engine compartment and the side of my car. Ugh.

Whatever, that back story is unnecessary. Just mainly pointing out that I'd like to keep my expenses as minimal as humanly possible. And a hotel room seems like something I can cut corners on and still be okay. But sleeping in my car still isn't my favorite thing in the world, so that's why I figured I'd give it a shot and ask here. And once again, I'll be getting in line far, far earlier in the day than 2pm or so. So it's a serious offer I'm giving to have a spot at the very front of the line without needing to actually get in line until shortly before doors. It's the least I can do lol.

[guy8707]

Has anyone received email tickets yet?
Still waiting.

[Kid A]

Still waiting.
Nothing here either...

[ManBurning]

Where are these bloody tickets??? It says we're supposed to print them off to get into the venue, but I don't have a printer at home and I was banking on printing them off while at work tonight...... I don't have time to find a printer tomorrow, i'll be heading to the airport..... I wonder if they'll let me change from e-ticket to will call on the day of the show when I get there.

[muse-lyre candy]

I hear you.
Nothing to print here either.
My son takes his driver's permit test tomorrow and then we are heading off on our rememberable *right of passage* road trip. I too will have limited time with printing capabilities. I think our drive is only 12hrs one way to arena. Plus a roadside stop to Amoeba so he can get his mind blown away, though I just remembered his generation isn't all that CD/hardcopy crazy so I guess the Amoeba hand job is for me(?)

[psus2h]

No tix here either. @elchalvindore def stop at Amoeba Hollywood, but just keep in mind its two hours from the venue, so unless you're coming from Mexico I'm betting this is out of your way. If you do stop, check out Trejos Tacos which are a block up the street.

Edit: What's interesting is that when I try to access the order on AXS it attempts to load then times out and takes me back to the account page as opposed to loading and displaying the receipt.

[muse-lyre candy]

OOooooOOOOOohhhh! I LOVE THAT TACO PLACE!! I ALWAYS HIT IT WHEN IN THAT AREA!!
---and yes, I'm still in debate on which Amoeba location to stop Berkeley or LA....I think both locations are about equivalent miles/time out of way.
Fortunately for me both my boys are music lovers and musically inclined (inspiring me to take up guitar lessons and they let me 'strum n pluck' with them since I don't 'shred' and keep to the acoustic as I'm beginner, lol.) A side trip of this nature is a very welcomed must! Oh shite! I don't know if I can keep my giddiness in check I'm so excited. QUICK-I NEED A SUPER SONIC ETS SPAM SLAP OUT OF IT-
:rolleyes:

(if it's the same taco place i'm thinking of, it has outside seating with high round tables and umbrellas and we had a mini spiral outing there back in the day--oooOOOooh I 'member that)

[Harry Seaward]

So a very awesome friend may be willing to help me out with a hotel room by getting me an amazing discount, but even after that it's still quite outside my price range. He said he'd possibly be able to get me into this hotel (http://hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/california/hampton-inn-and-suites-bakersfield-hwy-58-ca-BFLWPHX/index.html) at a 50% off rate. Normally the rooms are around $110 so I'd be getting a ~$55 rate. Howwwwever... This is still honestly more than I'd be able to spend for a hotel room for the night. I'm sure that's ridiculous to a lot of you, but I'm really trying to make this trip work by the seat of my pants.

So I wanted to post here and put out some feelers. Would any of you guys be willing to bunk in a room like this with me for about $30 total on Wed, July 19? You'd be getting your own Queen bed. And honestly, I'll be getting into Bakersfield early Wednesday morning and I'll almost certainly be spending basically the entire day either in line or very near the venue. So you won't really have to deal with me at all, other than after the show and early in the morning.

I'm not 100% if my friend is going to be able to do this, or if they would be comfortable with another person being there, but I wanted to check in here in case any of you guys are interested. Please let me know, PM me or whatever, and we can connect on Facebook or exchange numbers or whatever.

Also, if anybody needs a ride from the Tahoe/Reno/Carson/etc area, please let me know. I'm renting a car for the first time in my life and a little company on the 6 hour drive sounds like it would be neat.

[ManBurning]

So, sounds like there's an actual issue with the ticketing system then. I'll wait to see if I have the e-mail by the time I wake up tomorrow and call AXS customer service to try and change to will call if I don't have the e-mail tomorrow. I might be able to run to a staples to print it off before my flight if they're waiting in my e-mail by the time I get up.

[psus2h]

I think they should be able to scan your smartphone with an e-ticket.

[ManBurning]

E-mail says it won't accept it on a mobile device:

E-TICKET: The fastest, most convenient way toreceiveyour tickets!Please printout PDFtickets on paper and present upon entry to the venue. Mobile device PDF's and confirmation receipts will not be acceptable for entry.

[psus2h]

Thanks for the pointer! I've been spoiled by most venues accepting them. Cheers


Edit: I did a live chat with stubhub to see if they've heard anything since there have been a lot of tix sold on their site. They said they've been made aware of the delivery delay, but didn't have anything else to add.

[ManBurning]

This better not be one of those shows where they play 4 or 5 songs and get "interrupted" and ushered off stage and the show ends early. All this buzz about a new ARG and add violence being a YZ tie in has me worried, lol.

Would explain the cheap ticket price.

[Toadflax]

This better not be one of those shows where they play 4 or 5 songs and get "interrupted" and ushered off stage and the show ends early. All this buzz about a new ARG and add violence being a YZ tie in has me worried, lol.

Would explain the cheap ticket price.

By "one of those shows," you mean the one time that happened, and it was free, and no one knew they were going to a Nine Inch Nails show? Yeah, I think you're safe.

[Toadflax]

So, sounds like there's an actual issue with the ticketing system then. I'll wait to see if I have the e-mail by the time I wake up tomorrow and call AXS customer service to try and change to will call if I don't have the e-mail tomorrow. I might be able to run to a staples to print it off before my flight if they're waiting in my e-mail by the time I get up.

I'll be three feet from a printer until 3:30 on Wednesday, so worst case just have me print your ticket, and I'll find you in line. Hopefully they have it sorted well before then, though.

[psus2h]

This better not be one of those shows where they play 4 or 5 songs and get "interrupted" and ushered off stage and the show ends early. All this buzz about a new ARG and add violence being a YZ tie in has me worried, lol.

Would explain the cheap ticket price.


While I think most of us would eat that up, I think the "casual(?)" fan would freak out and not care about the back story. I truly think its a rehearsal show, and the only reason its not in LA is (in my opinion) some sort of clause stopping them from playing a show within 100 miles of FYF fest so they dont kill ticket sales. Exposition Park is 115 miles from Rabobank Arena. I can't think of any other reason TR would want to leave the west side and go to Bakersfield, unless its the only place they can have for an extended period of time to run tech rehearsals leading up to their festival shows.

Someone earlier claimed the low number of tix sold for the show. I think there is some truth to that, the stage is in the center of the floor, and they only sold half of the lower bowl and part of the floor as reflected in the stubhub listings....

[muse-lyre candy]

So, sounds like there's an actual issue with the ticketing system then. I'll wait to see if I have the e-mail by the time I wake up tomorrow and call AXS customer service to try and change to will call if I don't have the e-mail tomorrow. I might be able to run to a staples to print it off before my flight if they're waiting in my e-mail by the time I get up.
If no ticket available for print before we leave tomorrow, I'll pack the printer and laptop in the trunk n some extra paper in case a few others need theirs printed (within reason...I won't be printing 2,200 etickets.) Solutions are being generated, stop sweating it, Life is Good.
:rolleyes:

[sick among the pure]

I love how NIN fans look out for eachother. You kids go have fun at your rock concert.

[nick2k]

i'm ready to help.

https://i.imgur.com/xQDlcoh.jpg

[Toadflax]

I truly think its a rehearsal show, and the only reason its not in LA is (in my opinion) some sort of clause stopping them from playing a show within 100 miles of FYF fest so they dont kill ticket sales. Exposition Park is 115 miles from Rabobank Arena. I can't think of any other reason TR would want to leave the west side and go to Bakersfield, unless its the only place they can have for an extended period of time to run tech rehearsals leading up to their festival shows.

That's possible, but I think it's more to do with (1) being able to find a decent sized venue on very short notice (assuming this wasn't planned all along) and (2) playing somewhere where you know you're only getting serious fans. Playing in the middle of nowhere, largely for people who had early access codes, ensures it'll be more of an intimate fan/family/close-knit show. If they fuck up, it's fine, because we won't be judgy like a festival crowd. Moreover, from their perspective, it gives them a chance to be the band people came to see, rather than festivals, where half or more of the audience might just be hanging around to see what all the fuss is about.

[VenturaLocal]

Off of Bakersfield, for what its worth....

I went to a dress rehearsal in 2008 at the staples center. But it was a free show, nin geocached the tickets in a graveyard. I think there was 300 people there, free posters for all. 2 1/2 hour show with a short Q&A with Trent and getting to see the light show and stage show before the media was pretty cool. The best part about it was being a rehearsal they played every single song, or close to every song, that got played that tour that night.

http://www.nintourhistory.com/concert.php?concertid=701
http://ninlive.com/shows/2008/20080719.html

[guy8707]

Just got off the phone with AXS. The lady said the tickets would be e-mailed to me within an hour. Will wait and see.

[Toadflax]

Off of Bakersfield, for what its worth....

I went to a dress rehearsal in 2008 at the staples center. But it was a free show, nin geocached the tickets in a graveyard. I think there was 300 people there, free posters for all. 2 1/2 hour show with a short Q&A with Trent and getting to see the light show and stage show before the media was pretty cool. The best part about it was being a rehearsal they played every single song, or close to every song, that got played that tour that night.

http://www.nintourhistory.com/concert.php?concertid=701
http://ninlive.com/shows/2008/20080719.html

The Forum, not Staples. The same place they played when they played LA for real that tour.

Ah, that fucking ticket game. I left work unnoticed for two hours to look in a bathroom stall in Santa Monica, clamber awkwardly up some sabertooth tiger statues at the La Brea Tar Pits, look through a pile of dirt somewhere I can't remember, and- later that night- wait outside a strip club until it opened... all to no avail.

[Toadflax]

^^^ And not to burst any bubbles, but that was a rehearsal for a massive tour, where this is a warm up for (as far as we know) four 90 minute shows. While they've undoubtedly rehearsed more than 90 minutes of music in order to change things up and have backups when need be, don't expect some epically long show. That said, there might be a song or two they play tomorrow that they decided just doesn't work live or with an audience, and we end up seeing the only performance of it ever.

Either way, I'm so stoked to be seeing them at a show where I haven't massively spoiled myself by tracking the tour/setlists up until now! I think the only way this is a disappointing show is if they literally just play She's Gone Away and Less Than and then just allll the hits we've seen 100 times before. That seems pretty unlikely, though (and even then, fuck, it's the first NIN show in three years!).

[guy8707]

Just got off the phone with AXS. The lady said the tickets would be e-mailed to me within an hour. Will wait and see.

Got my ticket and printed it out! I'd say to everyone call AXS. I don't think they know about the issue.

[Toadflax]

Got my ticket and printed it out! I'd say to everyone call AXS. I don't think they know about the issue.

Thanks for the heads up!

[psus2h]

Got my ticket and printed it out! I'd say to everyone call AXS. I don't think they know about the issue.

I bet they autosend them today, but if you really need them it'd be worth calling. Yikes, if its not one NIN vendor delaying its the other....

[Kid A]

I just got mine emailed to me after DM'ing AXS on Twitter

[aleywwu]

Mine were emailed within a few minutes of calling. The lady I spoke with said tickets hadn't been sent out yet.

[laura]

i called axs this morning and haven't received them yet, but they were aware that there were issues getting them sent out to everyone, so hopefully they'll be out soon. i was on hold for almost half an hour, and then the call itself took close to ten minutes-- just a heads up if you need to call vs waiting out the mass delivery.

also, i have an extra seated ticket (sec 106 row b). if anyone's interested, let me know.

[Toadflax]

Called and spent the last 30 minutes listening to hold music that was pleasantly like- but frustratingly not- the Who's The Boss theme. Then, when someone finally answered, I pulled up my email to find they had sent a ticket while I was on hold. Anyway, all is well on my end now!

[virushopper]

Called and spent the last 30 minutes listening to hold music that was pleasantly like- but frustratingly not- the Who's The Boss theme. Then, when someone finally answered, I pulled up my email to find they had sent a ticket while I was on hold. Anyway, all is well on my end now!
Same here, I was on hold for 30 minutes as well. The rep tells me I should get my ticket within the next 3 hours.

[TheRealNs1]

got my ticket. i did nothing other than wake up to the ticket in my inbox.

[Kid A]

Off of Bakersfield, for what its worth....

I went to a dress rehearsal in 2008 at the staples center. But it was a free show, nin geocached the tickets in a graveyard. I think there was 300 people there, free posters for all. 2 1/2 hour show with a short Q&A with Trent and getting to see the light show and stage show before the media was pretty cool. The best part about it was being a rehearsal they played every single song, or close to every song, that got played that tour that night.

http://www.nintourhistory.com/concert.php?concertid=701
http://ninlive.com/shows/2008/20080719.html

Any chance you could post a pic of that poster? very curious to see it

[TheRealNs1]

http://www.nintourhistory.com/concert.php?concertid=701
http://ninlive.com/shows/2008/20080719.html

holy mother of god

[virushopper]

got my ticket. i did nothing other than wake up to the ticket in my inbox.
You can thank the people for informing AXS about it.

[quietime]

To anybody going to this show please remember to check the bathrooms. ARG

[muse-lyre candy]

To anybody going to this show please remember to check the bathrooms. ARG
Ok so I really didn't want to display my ignorance, but unless I ask I will remain ignorant;
What are you referencing ARG(?) bathrooms (?)

[quietime]

As part of the YZ ARG flash drives were left at venues for fans to find. One was found in a Bathroom stall during a performance in Lisbon Portugal. The description below is taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Year_Zero_(album)

Part of this promotional campaign involved USB drives (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USB_flash_drive) that were left in concert venues for fans to find during Nine Inch Nails' 2007 European tour. During a concert in Lisbon (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lisbon), Portugal, a USB flash drive (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USB_flash_drive) was found in a bathroom stall containing a high-quality MP3 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MP3) of the track "My Violent Heart", a song from the then-unreleased album.[33] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Year_Zero_%28album%29#cite_note-violentleak-33) Another USB drive was found at a concert in Barcelona (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barcelona), Spain, containing the track "Me, I'm Not".[34] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Year_Zero_%28album%29#cite_note-memnotfound-34) Messages found on the drives and tour clothing led to additional websites and images from the game, and the early release of several unheard songs from the album.

[Toadflax]

Ok so I really didn't want to display my ignorance, but unless I ask I will remain ignorant;
What are you referencing ARG(?) bathrooms (?)

The alternate reality game surrounding Year Zero, part of which involved fans finding clues on concert shirts and USB drives with new music in the bathroom at concerts.

http://www.nin.wiki/Year_Zero

[LOVEANDZOMBIES]

Anyone planning on recording the show?

I would if I had gotten a ticket, lol. I've started a thread to collaborate on recordings of the 2017 shows here: http://www.echoingthesound.org/community/threads/4541-Capturing-the-2017-Live-Shows
I encourage anyone who's going and plans to film, tape or both - to post there! I think we'll have a pretty good idea of what we have to work with in about a months time.

[muse-lyre candy]

BTW, I used to do this thing for some of the NIN shows I've been to where I bring a small blank page bound journal and sharpie pens and hand the book off during the -in line waiting time- and have peeps write freely n pass it on in hopes to fill it. If book gets moderately filled with ink then I'll try to find someone to pass it off to so it can reach the big man back stage....
It's a great way to pass the time
I took an inflatable sex (doll?) sheep to a San Diego show once. Lots of fun was had with that sheep. Poked, inked, porned, and molested and fist-fucked too by many hands-- I guess it never made its way back stage. Seems that the person in charge of that took it one step further and 'popped it' (maybe he used it for the factory intended purposes?)

I've shared a lot of stories with my sons about ninscapades, my ninmomfangirl sheninanigans, n about the generosities that NIN has bestowed on its fan base and that yes NIN does in fact have a sense of humor. He has been (bred and) briefed to be prepared for the weird.
:rolleyes:

**Thank you Toadflax and quietude. I'll share this with my son as well**
--Also just got my eticket as well. Does anyone want me to bring the printer for backup for their ticket?--

[Discobunny]

Off of Bakersfield, for what its worth....

I went to a dress rehearsal in 2008 at the staples center. But it was a free show, nin geocached the tickets in a graveyard. I think there was 300 people there, free posters for all. 2 1/2 hour show with a short Q&A with Trent and getting to see the light show and stage show before the media was pretty cool. The best part about it was being a rehearsal they played every single song, or close to every song, that got played that tour that night.

http://www.nintourhistory.com/concert.php?concertid=701
http://ninlive.com/shows/2008/20080719.html

I was at this show too... It was actually at the Forum. It was amazing... And OMG security was so hardcore about no photos. Which most of us respected because it was before most people had smartphones.

Also, waves at you in Ventura county. I used to work in Camarillo and I would see a car with a NIN sticker and wonder, is that Ventura Local? LOL... See you in Bakersfield!

[Discobunny]

I got mine. I have one GA that's regular sale and one seated ticket that's presale. The time stamps were 10:30 am and 9:30 am respectively for when they were sent out.

[ManBurning]

got my ticket. i did nothing other than wake up to the ticket in my inbox.

This.

Now I need to see if I can get to a staples before I leave for my flight to print it out.

Also, this is old school NIN show practice from the spiral days, but when we get let in to the venue and get to the GA area, SIT DOWN! Helps minimize the standing time while waiting for the opening act to start. Sit down, relax, set the example for the "general public" to follow suit. Everyone will be in better spirits that way.

[Pureone]

A bit of a long shot... does anyone commuting from Los Angeles have an extra GA ticket? I missed out on the presale and then they all sold out. Been moping around for days about missing out.

I'd love to pay for your extra GA ticket and chip in for gas if anyone is interested.

[TheRealNs1]

This.

Now I need to see if I can get to a staples before I leave for my flight to print it out.

Also, this is old school NIN show practice from the spiral days, but when we get let in to the venue and get to the GA area, SIT DOWN! Helps minimize the standing time while waiting for the opening act to start. Sit down, relax, set the example for the "general public" to follow suit. Everyone will be in better spirits that way.

last time I did this some asshole made a mad dash for the barricade (ie went past me) and went into immediate "elbows up" posture to keep me back.

[virushopper]

last time I did this some asshole made a mad dash for the barricade (ie went past me) and went into immediate "elbows up" posture to keep me back.

Thanks for the tip!


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[nick2k]

last time I did this some asshole made a mad dash for the barricade (ie went past me) and went into immediate "elbows up" posture to keep me back.

these are the types of people that eventually get shot or beaten by other people or the police. things get sorted out on their own in time.

[kel]

last time I did this some asshole made a mad dash for the barricade (ie went past me) and went into immediate "elbows up" posture to keep me back.

i don't know. that's been disastrous in my experience. all it takes is one asshole standing up to adjust his junk to cause a stampede.

[Discobunny]

A bit of a long shot... does anyone commuting from Los Angeles have an extra GA ticket? I missed out on the presale and then they all sold out. Been moping around for days about missing out.

I'd love to pay for your extra GA ticket and chip in for gas if anyone is interested.

I don't have an extra GA but in all likelihood someone will have an extra ticket. My advice would be to get there early and just ask around.

I was thinking of turning on my Lyft app for driving back from the show, figuring someone might need a ride to LA...but if a group of y'all want to carpool and help pay gas I would be down for that. I was going to leave in the morning for Bakersfield.

Also, if anyone hasn't taken Lyft before, use my promo code NINLYFT (rad right?) and get $5 towards your first ride. Also good for signing bonus if you sign up to drive for Lyft.

[Pureone]

I don't have an extra GA but in all likelihood someone will have an extra ticket. My advice would be to get there early and just ask around.


I've driven 3 hours for a show before like this and didn't find anyone with an extra ticket, so I'm very hesitant to try again and get burned.

Still holding out hope someone with an extra GA ticket can help though! :)

[Toadflax]

I've driven 3 hours for a show before like this and didn't find anyone with an extra ticket, so I'm very hesitant to try again and get burned.

Still holding out hope someone with an extra GA ticket can help though! :)

Just take the extra seated ticket offered above if it's still available so you know you can get in, and then try to find someone selling GA when you get there. You're still spending the same price as most NIN shows.

[Toadflax]

If AXS wasn't such a fucker to deal with, I totally would've gotten two GA tickets just to sell one at face to an ETSer who needed it, but AXS is, in fact, such a fucker to deal with.

[ambrus1]

So . . . wonder what kind of stampede this will cause:

I have an extra GA ticket that I'm willing sell (my +1 bailed).

Several conditions:

1) Kinda looking for a concert buddy. You know, a 'you got my back, I got yours' kind of a thing. Just someone to hang with for the show, and pull me back to my feet if some starf*cker knocks me down.

2) Must be willing to endure the 'crush' near the stage.

3) I'm older, female, and have been rocking out at concerts since before many of you were even thought of. First live shows? Led Zeppelin, The Who, Black Sabbath, etc. You get the picture.

4) I don't need a babysitter, and I don't want to be one. I don't drink, but I don't mind if you do. Just as long as you don't ruin my show by puking all over the place (or me). I don't mind smoke, either; knock yourself out. But I can't hang with it myself. The shit these days? OMFG. Can't do that. Makes me catatonic.

That's it. Been a NIN fan for a while. Saw them w/ APC in Sac a number of years ago, again with Jane's Addiction on the NINJa tour in Santa Barbara, and caught their two 'final' shows at the Henry Fonda Music Box Theater and the Wiltern.

Let me know if you're interested and don't mind hanging out with an old rocker chick. My husband's not a NIN fan, and I'd rather go with someone who understands just how awesome this show's gonna be.

Oh, and wear your boots.

[Pureone]

So . . . wonder what kind of stampede this will cause:

I have an extra GA ticket that I'm willing sell (my +1 bailed).


I'd love to go! I sound exactly like the type of person you're looking to go with.

EDIT: I just sent you a private message.

[nin_canada]

Hi there, I used to post here a few years back but forgot my username/pw so I created a new one.
I'm flying in from Canada for this and I got an extra ticket as my friend can no longer make it.
I need a ride from LAX to Bakersfield, so if you can pick me up at the airport, my extra ticket is yours. *No smoking please. PM me if interested.
I've got a hotel and will rent a car the next day (staying a few days in CA) so I don't need a ride back.
EDIT: my flight lands at 2:30pm at LAX.
Thanks!

[The_yeti]

Hi there, I used to post here a few years back but forgot my username/pw so I created a new one.
I'm flying in from Canada for this and I got an extra ticket as my friend can no longer make it.
I need a ride from LAX to Bakersfield, so if you can pick me up at the airport, my extra ticket is yours. *No smoking please. PM me if interested.
I've got a hotel and will rent a car the next day (staying a few days in CA) so I don't need a ride back.
Also, I need to book my flight tonight (last minute I know) and I'm looking at a flight that lands at 6pm at LAX and it seems like it's about a 2-hour drive to get to Bakersfield with traffic. Do you locals think this is too tight?
Thanks!
Not sure where in Canada you are coming from, but look at flights to Vegas. Its an easy 4 hour drive, you may be able to get an earlier flight, and rental cars are stupid cheap.

But no way in hell would I look at landing at LAX at 6 and expect to make the show. You need at least a 4 hour cushion. Delays and traffic are going to kill you.

PM me where you are flying from, budget, and how early in the day you can leave and I'll do some digging.

[TheRealNs1]

Hi there, I used to post here a few years back but forgot my username/pw so I created a new one.
I'm flying in from Canada for this and I got an extra ticket as my friend can no longer make it.
I need a ride from LAX to Bakersfield, so if you can pick me up at the airport, my extra ticket is yours. *No smoking please. PM me if interested.
I've got a hotel and will rent a car the next day (staying a few days in CA) so I don't need a ride back.
Also, I need to book my flight tonight (last minute I know) and I'm looking at a flight that lands at 6pm at LAX and it seems like it's about a 2-hour drive to get to Bakersfield with traffic. Do you locals think this is too tight?
Thanks!

If you gotta go through customs/Tom Bradley there is no way that is happening for you. It might take you an hour just to go through customs, get a car/ride, and get on the freeway.

Evidently there's a company called "Linear Air Taxi" that will take you from LAX to Bakersfield in 1 hour for the low-low price of $1500.

//edit

Looks like there are a few flights direct to Bakersfield Airport (BFL) that transfer via SFO. They leave at 6am, but they're "only" $400.


Wednesday, July 19Vancouver Bakersfield

6h 34m
http://www.priceline.com/airlines/content/images/AirLogos/airLogo_UAsm.gif

United Airlines
Flight 618
Boeing 737-900


6:00a
Vancouver, BC

YVR Vancouver Intl Airport

8:18a
San Francisco, CA

SFO San Francisco Intl Airport




2h 18m
Economy




Layover in San Francisco, CA (SFO)
3h 3m
http://www.priceline.com/airlines/content/images/AirLogos/airLogo_UAsm.gif

United Airlines
Flight 5613
Canadair Regional Jet


11:21a
San Francisco, CA

SFO San Francisco Intl Airport

12:34p
Bakersfield, CA

BFL Meadows Field Airport




1h 13m
Economy


Operated by United Express/SkyWest

[nin_canada]

Just edited my last post, my flight lands at 2:30pm at LAX and I still need a ride to the show. I have an extra ticket in exchange.

[Toadflax]

Just edited my last post, my flight lands at 2:30pm at LAX and I still need a ride to the show. I have an extra ticket in exchange.

I'd be happy to take you to the show if you could get to Beverly Hills by 3:30 or shortly thereafter, but I don't think that's likely between getting through the airport, getting an Uber, and traffic in general.

[laura]

if anyone's still looking for a ticket, i still have an extra one available in the second row of section 106. pm me if you need it. it would be a total shame for it to go to waste.

[bobbie solo]

not going to the show, but man I'm loving the fervor and horse trading it's causing. Exciting times in our NIN world again, and should stay this way for a while.

[Toadflax]

Guys, let's find a way for us to be able to recognize each other tomorrow so we can say hi. Oh! I've got it. Let's just the ETSers wear black t-shirts; that'll guarantee we stick out from the crowd for sure!

[ambrus1]

Guys, let's find a way for us to be able to recognize each other tomorrow so we can say hi. Oh! I've got it. Let's just the ETSers wear black t-shirts; that'll guarantee we stick out from the crowd for sure!

Wait - then I can't wear my green Wave Goodbye shirt from the Music Box Theater, or my red one from the Wiltern (still trying to figure out which one to wear).

[Pureone]

I'd be happy to take you to the show if you could get to Beverly Hills by 3:30 or shortly thereafter, but I don't think that's likely between getting through the airport, getting an Uber, and traffic in general.

I'm looking for people to carpool with if you're interested!

[ray9x]

Have a ticket for sale, face value + fees (~$45). Just found out that I have training for work :(

(Section 105, Row H)

Shoot me a PM or find me on twitter (http://twitter.com/raihan_).

[ManBurning]

Guys, let's find a way for us to be able to recognize each other tomorrow so we can say hi. Oh! I've got it. Let's just the ETSers wear black t-shirts; that'll guarantee we stick out from the crowd for sure!

No problem here! I don't even own a shirt that isn't black lol.

Anyway, I'll be in a fixed t-shirt and black shorts.

Also, I'm in Bakersfield now. Caught the 7:30pm flight out of Vancouver. Transferred in San Fran. Staying a 9 min walk from the venue. Not entirely sure what time I'll head to the venue yet, but it'll probably be in the early afternoon between 1-2. Probably grab a bunch of food and water to Get me through standing in 100 degree weather for like 6 hrs.... Lol.....

[Sarah K]

https://www.instagram.com/p/BWtc6BygZHS/

Eeeeeee, this post makes it all feel so much more real. I still have a week and a half before my show, but I am so excited for y'all! I feel like something rad is bound to happen!

[nin_canada]

I'd be happy to take you to the show if you could get to Beverly Hills by 3:30 or shortly thereafter, but I don't think that's likely between getting through the airport, getting an Uber, and traffic in general.

I only have carry-on, but do you think that's realistic?

[ambrus1]

Also, I'm in Bakersfield now. Caught the 7:30pm flight out of Vancouver. Transferred in San Fran.

I love the dedication shown by hard-core NIN fans. This is frickin' awesome!

[ericy210]

You guys are the best helping each other out with tickets and logistics. I can't wait to see them in Chicago.

is anyone streaming from the show? Since 2014, most any concert has been available to watch from afar on Periscope or Facebook live.

[Toadflax]

I only have carry-on, but do you think that's realistic?

It's realistic if you breeze through customs and get a car right away, but I think it's probably not something you can bank on. :(

[niggo]

I'm incredibly jealous of you guys! Hope you have a great time. Looking forward to your reports. :)

[fillow]

I really hope this particular show gets as much unexpected setlist surprises and deep cuts as humanly possible. After all, isn't it specifically targeted at die-hard fans? The later festival dates will most likely resort to more hits and less deep cuts, this one though...

[Krazy]

I really hope this particular show gets as much unexpected setlist surprises and deep cuts as humanly possible. After all, isn't it specifically targeted at die-hard fans? The later festival dates will most likely resort to more hits and less deep cuts, this one though...

Really depends on if they decide to rehearse a bunch of songs for a one time intimate show. That being said I'd say it's better than 50/50 this won't be the exact same set list as the festival dates.

Have fun tonight kids/lucky bastoids.

[Toadflax]

Really depends on if they decide to rehearse a bunch of songs for a one time intimate show. That being said I'd say it's better than 50/50 this won't be the exact same set list as the festival dates.

Yeah, no way they rehearsed a bunch of extra stuff for a show they probably decided to do very recently. Most likely, as with the LITS warm up show, we'll be getting the vast majority of what they rehearsed, but for four 90 minute festival dates, that may not be very much. As I mentioned a page ago, though, there's always a chance we get a show tonight that they decide not to move forward with, and we see the only ever performance of it. I wouldn't hate that.

[guy8707]

Guys, let's find a way for us to be able to recognize each other tomorrow so we can say hi. Oh! I've got it. Let's just the ETSers wear black t-shirts; that'll guarantee we stick out from the crowd for sure!

I'll be wearing my Spiral member shirt.

[Toadflax]

I'll be wearing a vintage looking Bowie shirt and this face tonight if anyone wants to say hi!

https://scontent-lax3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/17098265_10101629882778715_5920506873445948540_n.j pg?oh=6aea55679cda3635f8f5b63e032efdeb&oe=5A0A8E9D

[TheRealNs1]

I only have carry-on, but do you think that's realistic?

there have been documented waits of 20 minutes+ for an uber, so if time is of the essence you should see if there is a cab available.

Not saying you can't get lucky w/ Uber & Lyft but if you want guarantees...


Customs is hit or miss. I've been through in 5 minutes; it's also taken me 60 minutes.

[The Dead Rabbit]

Anyone already at the venue and in line?

[TheRealNs1]

Anyone already at the venue and in line?

according to reddit 8-9 people in line already.

[Discobunny]

Getting ready to head out to Bakersfield! Woooooot!

I will most likely have my Cold Cave "People Are Poison" tote bag with me, so if you see that come say hi! (I promise I'm friendly)
As many people who have waited in line for hours with me will attest. I get muppet-Y (in a good way, not the way euros and Aussies use it, lol) as I get to hear stories and meet wonderful NIN peeps.

Gigi (Google) is telling me at least two hours from drive my place in suburbia.

So by the time I get out of here I'm guessing a 1pm ish ETA. Save me a place, ETS!

[Leviathant]

Take some photos of the merch booth for me will ya?

[suprefan]

Getting ready to head out to Bakersfield! Woooooot!

I will most likely have my Cold Cave "People Are Poison" tote bag with me, so if you see that come say hi! (I promise I'm friendly)
As many people who have waited in line for hours with me will attest. I get muppet-Y (in a good way, not the way euros and Aussies use it, lol) as I get to hear stories and meet wonderful NIN peeps.

Gigi (Google) is telling me at least two hours from drive my place in suburbia.

So by the time I get out of here I'm guessing a 1pm ish ETA. Save me a place, ETS!


theres a stupid accident on the Grapevine, thats why its taking so long. It shoudl be 90 mins tops.

[ray9x]

I'll be wearing a vintage looking Bowie shirt and this face tonight if anyone wants to say hi!



Beerbelly!! <3

[nick2k]

Monsters' Park? thats a big beer.

[Pureone]

Last call for carpooling from LA! Shoot me a PM.

[ambrus1]

Anyone still out there with an extra ticket? Mine is promised to Pureone, but someone else was asking me about it and I thought I'd check here.

[laura]

Anyone still out there with an extra ticket? Mine is promised to Pureone, but someone else was asking me about it and I thought I'd check here.

i still have an extra one!

[ambrus1]

i still have an extra one!

Awesome. I'll PM you her email addy.

[muse-lyre candy]

we just made Bakersfield and settling into hotel. Unless you have rsvp'd, the marriott is booked, I'm under the impression that BW may have just booked itself as well. the Padre has a handful of rooms, large one bed (they offer rollaways)...rooms are in the $200(+) range.

[ambrus1]

Laura (http://www.echoingthesound.org/community/members/268-laura) - check your notifications/inbox

[LenaMHJBKZ2]

CHP should be opening up the lanes by now. Safe travels everyone coming to town. Please excuse our heat!

[muse-lyre candy]

I'll be wearing my Spiral member shirt.
:rolleyes:
sweet idea! mine is packed away due to a recent move.
there's still time left for peeps who are festival bound to make home made nin-shirts or coordinate tshirt patterns to print transfers. something akin to what some spiral peeps did at a show; made then trade with other spiralers at a show.. it got creative and was fun to boot.
so if I see a spiral t-shirt today i guess i'll be yelling and waving 'hey guy.....'
lol

[aleywwu]

Just rolled in to the arena. There are about 10 ppl lined up for GA entry. Holding area is (mercifully) shaded.

[Ruined]

Man congrats to those of you attending. Looking forward to reading about your experiences. On a side note: Hopefully they have someone announce them as "The Nine Inch Nails!" :D

[Discobunny]

Stuck on the 5.... There is a 2 to 2 and a half hour delay. I left at 11 and it's showing I'm not getting there before 3:30. I'm sitting in a 10 mile one lane back up on the grapevine right now

[Toadflax]

Stuck on the 5.... There is a 2 to 2 and a half hour delay. I left at 11 and it's showing I'm not getting there before 3:30. I'm sitting in a 10 mile one lane back up on the grapevine right now

Boo! Hope it clears up for you soon.

[Discobunny]

How many people are in line now?

[arsenic]

guys, in case you find a usb drive (http://imgur.com/a/ckndW)...

[muse-lyre candy]

does anyone know if they are allowing hand carried small bags/purses into venue?
are you guys also able to find out for me if there is any 'one' designated worker there that will be taking hand offs for the big chief man back stage (would be nice to know if its worthwhile to bring notebook and writing sticks for penmanship worship...
kiddo is tuckered out so letting him snooze a bit. it was a long drive for him i'm sure. will head over in a bit to share pavement space with you all.

[TheRealNs1]

stuck on the 5.... There is a 2 to 2 and a half hour delay. I left at 11 and it's showing i'm not getting there before 3:30. I'm sitting in a 10 mile one lane back up on the grapevine right now


wtf

[Toadflax]

Rabobank Arena, Theater and Convention Center (https://www.facebook.com/rabobankarenatheater/?hc_ref=ARTXQvkUKprbgjFCxegNtmOtaXcvAuiqzf2lYIekGH 0qCWnuioO_IjnpxtTKjgScZAE&fref=nf)

Nine Inch Nails fans, we look forward to seeing you tonight. In order for you to have a more convenient visit to Rabobank Arena, here are a few items that will not be allowed in to the show.
Restricted Items:
- Backpacks or large bags
- Weapons of any kind
- Cameras with detachable lens
- Audio/Visual Recording Devices
- Laptops, Tablets, Personal Computers or Two-Way Radios
- Illegal Drugs or Substances
- Flammable Liquids
- Outside Food and Beverages
- Coolers, Cans, Metal/Glass/Plastic Containers
- Flashlights, Laser Pointers, Flares or Fireworks
- Noise Making Devices
- Masks, Chains or Studded Belts/Bracelets
- Animals or Pets
All bags will be checked and all guests must pass through metal detectors - please arrive early to insure that you don't miss part of the show.
All guests are subject to search at any time. Guests who violate any of these rules will be subject to ejection without refund.
As a reminder, tickets for tonight's show are sold out. Guests without a ticket are encouraged not to travel to the Arena.
Thank you for your cooperation and enjoy the show.

[ManBurning]

I'm gearing up to join the line in a bit, little later than anticipated, but had to do a food run. Back at the hotel and getting ready to head back out. I'm so stoked! It's anybody's guess as to what's going to happen tonight. Exciting times! Never had the opportunity to attend the "first NIN show of a tour" before, so this is exciting.

[ManBurning]

Rabobank Arena, Theater and Convention Center (https://www.facebook.com/rabobankarenatheater/?hc_ref=ARTXQvkUKprbgjFCxegNtmOtaXcvAuiqzf2lYIekGH 0qCWnuioO_IjnpxtTKjgScZAE&fref=nf)

Nine Inch Nails fans, we look forward to seeing you tonight. In order for you to have a more convenient visit to Rabobank Arena, here are a few items that will not be allowed in to the show.
Restricted Items:
- Backpacks or large bags
- Weapons of any kind
- Cameras with detachable lens
- Audio/Visual Recording Devices
- Laptops, Tablets, Personal Computers or Two-Way Radios
- Illegal Drugs or Substances
- Flammable Liquids
- Outside Food and Beverages
- Coolers, Cans, Metal/Glass/Plastic Containers
- Flashlights, Laser Pointers, Flares or Fireworks
- Noise Making Devices
- Masks, Chains or Studded Belts/Bracelets
- Animals or Pets
All bags will be checked and all guests must pass through metal detectors - please arrive early to insure that you don't miss part of the show.
All guests are subject to search at any time. Guests who violate any of these rules will be subject to ejection without refund.
As a reminder, tickets for tonight's show are sold out. Guests without a ticket are encouraged not to travel to the Arena.
Thank you for your cooperation and enjoy the show.

hmm.... Is a digital camera safe to bring, or should I just leave it at the hotel? I'd hate to stand in line for 6 hrs just to be told to go return it to my hotel. It can technically be classified as a video recording device, right?

[TheRealNs1]

praise jesus my vape pens are safe.

[muse-lyre candy]

ty Toadflax. I'm going to guess i don't have to smuggle in the three puff up beach balls i brought since i didn't see them on the list?
:rolleyes:
we could do a get together after the show. like maybe one of the nearby hotel inside restaurants/or eateries within walking distance of venue? any takers or suggestions? it would be a great way to include and give to those who may be arriving late due to unforeseen circumstances, or for whom may not have been able to get a tix but made the trip just in case. first hand fresh stories n a chance of post show glow wind down time as well as mingle with d'real fans.
(just an idea...)

n Ns1---
I read that as 'praise jesus my vip penis are safe'
my blood sugar must be getting low...
:rolleyes:

[Harry Seaward]

I'm in line. (I actually have been for about three hours now.)

Unless they were lying, the half dozen people or so I asked (out of the first ~12 in line) had either never heard of ETS or had vaguely heard of it but never posted. That really surprised me lol, I sort of assumed the first 100 people in line would be NIN superfan, 5,000 post count long-term ETS alumni. Weird, I guess ETS is still indie.

If anybody wants to meet Harry Seaward/MixMastahTee in person, I'm the hideous looking caveman with the tie-dye Mickey Mouse shirt. If I have wronged you or been a snarky sarcastic dick to you on the internet, which is likely, please warn me before you punch me.

[get2dachoppa]

Long shot, but would anyone be willing to trade 2 GA tickets for 2 seated tickets? Section 105 Row M Seats 5-4

[Toadflax]

ty Toadflax. I'm going to guess i don't have to smuggle in the three puff up beach balls i brought since i didn't see them on the list?
:rolleyes:
we could do a get together after the show. like maybe one of the nearby hotel inside restaurants/or eateries within walking distance of venue? any takers or suggestions? it would be a great way to include and give to those who may be arriving late due to unforeseen circumstances, or for whom may not have been to get a tix, first hand fresh stories n a chance of post show glow wind down time as well as mingle with d'real fans.
(just an idea...)

I'd love to get together, but I'll have a long drive home and Pureone in tow, so it'll depend on whether both of us are up for a hang session before hitting the road. If anything does materialize, PM me a phone number, and we'll let you know if we can make it after.

[Toadflax]

I'm in line. (I actually have been for about three hours now.)

Unless they were lying, the half dozen people or so I asked (out of the first ~12 in line) had either never heard of ETS or had vaguely heard of it but never posted. That really surprised me lol, I sort of assumed the first 100 people in line would be NIN superfan, 5,000 post count long-term ETS alumni. Weird, I guess ETS is still indie.

If anybody wants to meet Harry Seaward/MixMastahTee in person, I'm the hideous looking caveman with the tie-dye Mickey Mouse shirt. If I have wronged you or been a snarky sarcastic dick to you on the internet, which is likely, please warn me before you punch me.

"Hi, everyone! I'm looking for a hairy C-word. Is there a hairy C-word here? I'd really like to see a hairy C-word. Why are you all looking at me like that?"

[muse-lyre candy]

tie-dye Mickey(?) I love it!!
Hey, is Disney endorsing the pot wagon too?
(are you an Oregon hippie native hiding amongst the Californeye eh peeps..I will know. the lack of tan will seriously give u away!!!!)
jk :rolleyes:

[muse-lyre candy]

Long shot, but would anyone be willing to trade 2 GA tickets for 2 seated tickets? Section 105 Row M Seats 5-4
actually.... i can meet half of that(?)
i have a GA and i have a seated in 108. i snafu'd in the sale and i want to be able to be near my kid for the show (15, i guess borderline kid)
he really has no preference GA or seated (he's never been in a crowded GA show floor n i think he's a lil concerned)
i have no real preference, just to be near him.
(after every GA these days i keep questioning why i would want to keep taking mltpl ppl sweat orgy home with me; n then quickly after that i smile because i know how sexy that all feels --eeew)
we trade that gets you half there; or my GA for anyone in 108 nearest M trumps

[get2dachoppa]

actually.... i can meet half of that(?)
i have a GA and i have a seated in 108. i snafu'd in the sale and i want to be able to be near my kid for the show (15, i guess borderline kid)
he really has no preference GA or seated (he's never been in a crowded GA show floor n i think he's a lil concerned)
i have no real preference, just to be near him.
(after every GA these days i keep questioning why i would want to keep taking mltpl ppl sweat orgy home with me; n then quickly after that i smile because i know how sexy that all feels --eeew)
we trade that gets you half there; or my GA for anyone in 108 nearest M trumps

awh man, I'm in a similar situation. I want to be with my girlfriend for the show so I couldn't do half of the trade. Need two for two. But thanks for reaching out.

[Toadflax]

Pureone On my way to you with the whole EP to listen to on the way!

[Pureone]

I can't contain my excitement for this show! Can't wait to meet some of you lovely people.

[tony.parente]

"Hi, everyone! I'm looking for a hairy C-word. Is there a hairy C-word here? I'd really like to see a hairy C-word. Why are you all looking at me like that?"
Jesus fucking Christ I just got that joke how did I not see that before?!?

[Discobunny]

I am in line with Man Burning chilling like a villain. I am wearing a Psychic TV shirt. Come say hi!

[Harry Seaward]

I am in line with Man Burning chilling like a villain. I am wearing a Psychic TV shirt. Come say hi!

I don't know what you guys look like, but I weirdly and awkwardly scanned the line like 5 times, staring at everybody's shirts like a crazy person and I did not see any Psychic shirt.

[Harry Seaward]

^ disregard. I misread and was actually looking for a shirt from the TV show Psych. idk wtf 'Psychic TV' is lol.

[suprefan]

^ disregard. I misread and was actually looking for a shirt from the TV show Psych. idk wtf 'Psychic TV' is lol.

Theyre a band.

[ambrus1]

I'm near the back of the line in a red NIN tshirt blue jeans and shit kicker boots

[TheDavidMurphy]

Lurker checking in! Can't decide: go for rail or go for merch. :\

Also, my giant self will do its best to slouch so everyone behind me can see. :)

[get2dachoppa]

Anyone know the address for the free parking lot near the venue?

[Harry Seaward]

Anyone know the address for the free parking lot near the venue?

Take L Street off of Truxtun Ave and turn left. Follow the signs that say "Event Parking" and you'll see "Unlimited Parking" towards the rear of the lot.

[TheRealNs1]

Leaving in 5 minutes. Maps says 1:45 to get there. See you goddamn starfuckers in a bit

[Edani]

I'm so damn jealous of y'all. My ass is sitting here in the hot Georgia muggy night playing Overwatch and constantly refreshing the ARG thread. Y'all have a great time! Search those bathrooms ;)

[muse-lyre candy]

went by front of line and dropped journal with pens like a hot potato in a dude's lap. I guess i need to explain the deal...in spiral line at shows we used to pass down a note book while waiting in line, scribbling whatever in the book. the idea was to make an interesting 'fan read' from each show. i don't mean fandom stories, etc, but just a general whatever you wanted to say to the man or the band. the last person with the book either sees that it makes it back stage (same as what we do when we want our shit autographed and know the big boys prob don't want to come out n play with us) or be the person to return the journal to whomever started the journal. it seemed to be successful in spiral.. though it seemed that never would an entire book get filled with howdy do's, etc...so sometimes the book would be made complete with fan pics taken at that particular show doing what fans do best when bored and in line but be fans...
either put up or shut up, y'all know how to get back in touch with me if you don't want to see the mission through.
:rolleyes:

[ericy210]

Wouldn't it be somewhat humorous if a group of friends went and just throwing usbs full of random images, numbers, and video clips all over the arena? They'd have us busy for years

[ekrekel]

Anybody planning to FB Live stream?


Edit: C'mon Trent, you didn't have to answer via all social media channels. A DM would do just fine.

[FernandoDante]

Anybody planning to FB Live stream?
Don't forget to check Periscope!

[slave2thewage]

Wouldn't it be somewhat humorous if a group of friends went and just throwing usbs full of random images, numbers, and video clips all over the arena? They'd have us busy for years
Two years ago, I went to see Muse at the opening show of their tour in Belfast, in a pretty small venue for them. Some guy brought in a fake setlist and started uploading pics of it about ten minutes after we all got in. I have to admit, that was a genius move of trolling.


Anybody planning to FB Live stream?
Some guy in the 'Nine Inch Nails' group on Facebook mentioned that he might be streaming from it. Don't know if it will actually happen.

[xfocalinx]

I'm way too excited for a concert that I am not attending.

[Toadflax]

Yeah, this'll do.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170720/1208aa316f83b2b0f2896d89d5a49480.jpg

[sick among the pure]

Do we have times for opener and NIN start? It's usually around 9 local time for NIN, right?

[thefragile_jake]

Woohoo! Lucky for you guys to be seeing Tobacco too. His stuff is incredible live.

[alfonso99]

I will say this only once: i bet my left nut that this show will be streamed...


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[sick among the pure]

I will say this only once: i bet my left nut that this show will be streamed...


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Instagram photo posted 10 min ago (https://www.instagram.com/p/BWwGHnqAJfA/)
...camera?

[alfonso99]

Instagram photo posted 10 min ago (https://www.instagram.com/p/BWwGHnqAJfA/)
...camera?

I hope!


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[butter_hole]

Maybe they're filming it so they can not release it on Blu Ray in summer of 2014

[Erik]

There is a sign stating that Dissonance Inc is recording tonight's show. The merch booth has all of the tee shirts and beanies for the two EPs and vinyl of Hesitation Marks and Deviations. There was nothing of note that I could tell on the way in.

[Jetvet1975]

Just lurking here...hoping for a live stream...

[sick among the pure]

Merch booth photos are up on facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/2209586182/photos/), thanks to our buddy Trent (not that Trent).

edit: damnit, Fragile Deviations at merch booth, un-damaged versions.

[FernandoDante]

Maybe they're filming it so they can not release it on Blu Ray in summer of 2014
#stillhurts

[arsenic]

Instagram photo posted 10 min ago (https://www.instagram.com/p/BWwGHnqAJfA/)
...camera?


I'm fairly confident that's a large projector

[cynicmuse]

There is a sign stating that Dissonance Inc is recording tonight's show. The merch booth has all of the tee shirts and beanies for the two EPs and vinyl of Not the Actual Events and Deviations. There was nothing of note that I could tell on the way in.
I wonder where the cameras are. The only one that I've seen is the one on the back of the stage towards the left.
Edit: I guess that could also be a projector. I'm far enough back that I can't tell. I think that there a projector on the lighting rig.

[Reznor2112]

Nothing on Periscope

[ericy210]

Don't forget to check Periscope!
Thanks to anyone streaming tonight! I've been looking forward to staying up late in Chicago watching this. You're the best, and you'll have people around the world watching also.

[Erik]

My seat is obstructed by FOH and the lighting rigs so no video will be streamed from my end but the show also won't be starting for a while yet. Tobacco I believe goes on in 10 minutes.

[cdm]

There is a sign stating that Dissonance Inc is recording tonight's show. The merch booth has all of the tee shirts and beanies for the two EPs and vinyl of Not the Actual Events and Deviations. There was nothing of note that I could tell on the way in.

https://dissonent.com/about/ ????

[slave2thewage]

https://dissonent.com/about/ ????
Looks more like an offshoot of Null Corporation
https://www.corporationwiki.com/California/Los-Angeles/dissonance-inc/44322825.aspx

[butter_hole]

Pretty sure the NTAE packages came from Dissonance Inc?