#46. I can write so many things about Coachella. Good thing too, because I have 7 shirts (one for each year I've been).
This is from last year's festival which is easily my least favorite year. Too many people and the gatecrashers didn't help an already sold out affair. Plus the wristband distribution was poorly conceived and executed, adding 2 hours just to make it to the entry gate.
However, I won't let last year taint this year. After experiencing 6 wonderful years, I will allow one year for growth issues. But Coachella, you've been warned. I'm going to be extra aware of how things are handled this year before I decide to attend Coachella 2012.
#46.5. It's hard to make out most of the bands listed on the back. Of the recent bands, Muse were my favorite. But the most enjoyable for me were the older bands, PiL, The Specials and Faith No More. Gary Numan couldn't make it because of the volcano that prevented flights from leaving UK.
But the most memorable was also the most shambolic. Yes, I'm talking about Sly and the Family Stone. I didn't expect much. Heck, I didn't even expect him to show up. After missing his original set time, he was rescheduled to the end of the day against Gorillaz. When he finally showed up, he stumbled on stage and starting ranting about being kidnapped and ripped off and wouldn't let the band play. People left in droves, but we stayed until the end. One of the worst performances I have ever seen, yet one I'll never forget.
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