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Throwback Concert: Godsmack at Toyota Oakdale Theatre 2004

Throwback Concert: Godsmack at Toyota Oakdale Theatre 2004

By Drew Carrano

Last month Sully Erna announced Godsmack has cancelled all its 2020 tour plans due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

So what’s Sully doing now? Every Tuesday and Thursday at 6pm, the Godsmack frontman broadcasts his very own YouTube show called “Hometown Sessions.” This bi-weekly show can be viewed at www.youtube.com/SullyErna.

While we wait for Godsmack to tour again, today we look back at when they played an acoustic show at the Toyota Oakdale Theatre in 2004.

 

An Acoustic Evening with Godsmack

Sunday December 12, 2004

Toyota Oakdale Theatre – Wallingford

 

About The Tour:

In 2004 Godsmack spent its summer on tour with Metallica. By the time September rolled around, Godsmack focused its attention on headlining their very own acoustic tour in support of its EP entitled “The Other Side.” The EP was released in March 2004 and it included three brand new acoustic tracks plus a selection of previously released Godsmack songs that were re-recorded as acoustic versions.

The Godsmack acoustic tour kicked off on September 9, 2004 in Colorado Springs. Joining them on the tour was Dropbox frontman John Kosco and guitarist Lee Richards, who made guest appearances with Godsmack on the song “Touche.”

Below is the setlist from Godsmack’s performance at the Toyota Oakdale Theatre on December 12, 2004.

 

Setlist*

  1. Asleep
  2. Trippin’
  3. Re-Align
  4. Running Blind
  5. Voices
  6. Serenity
  7. Homeward
  8. Voodoo
  9. Spiral
  10. Batalla de los tambores
  11. Keep Away
  12. Nobody Cares (Dropbox cover)
  13. Touche
  14. Reefer Head Woman (Aerosmith cover)

*source: setlist.fm

 

Watch: Godsmack Acoustic Live

Tuesday, May 19: Mayor Mark Boughton’s Viral Video, The Mansfield Drive-In, Barbers and Hair Stylists Argue About Opening

Tuesday, May 19: Mayor Mark Boughton’s Viral Video, The Mansfield Drive-In, Barbers and Hair Stylists Argue About Opening

Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about his viral video, which was a satirical spin on “Tiger King” Joe Exotic’s music video. He did it all to raise money to feed people. (0:00)

As businesses begin reopening tomorrow, the Mansfield drive-in theater is prepared with a triple feature. Chaz and AJ asked Elena about the selections, how social distancing will work, and how you can still order snacks. (8:35)

Jessie the hair stylist is not comfortable opening up salons just yet, but is still upset with Governor Lamont’s decision to move the re-opening date. They’ve spent money to be ready to open, and how even the salons that don’t feel safe will have to open, or lose customers. (19:37)

Dino the barber is on the other side of the argument as Jessie, and wants to have his business open up tomorrow. Dino admitted that it feels impossible to bring new clients in with the restrictions that have been put in place for the reopening of salons. Then, Sarah from St. Vincent’s defended the governor’s decision, based on cases still coming into the hospital and asked everyone rushing to re-open to continue to be safe with social distancing and wearing masks. (25:24)

Pat called in his story about being stabbed in the lung during a Phil Lesh concert in Boston, after trying to stop a shop lifter. (38:16)

Comedian Will Noonan was on for his weekly check-in from Boston, and shared a story about getting busted smoking pot in the Boston Commons by a police officer, who turned out to be his father. (46:48)

Tuna from the Boardwalk Marina was on to talk about reopening tomorrow, social distancing between boat slips, and potentially came up with a new state slogan. (52:17)

Brian Glasser from J.P. MaGuire Associates was on to explain their sanitizing process, and why to be wary of other companies that only opened up recently. (58:10)

Throwback Concert: The Who at Mohegan Sun Arena 2012

Throwback Concert: The Who at Mohegan Sun Arena 2012

By Drew Carrano

Happy Birthday to Pete Townshend! The rocker from England and founding member of The Who turns 75 today.

To celebrate, we look back at The Who’s performance at Mohegan Sun in 2012 on their Quadrophenia and More Tour.

 

The Who

Quadrophenia and More Tour

Special Guest: Vintage Trouble

Sunday December 9, 2012

Mohegan Sun Arena – Uncasville

 

About The Tour:

The Who launched its “Quadrophenia and More” Tour on November 1, 2012 in Sunrise, Florida. The 11-month tour visited 50 cities across North America and Europe. The tour wrapped up in London in July 2013.

On the tour The Who played its sixth studio album and rock opera “Quadrophenia” in entirety plus an encore that featured a selection of their greatest hits. The capacity crowd at Mohegan Sun’s 10,000 seat arena rocked out for over two-hours with The Who’s founding members Roger Daltry and Pete Townshend plus current members guitarist Simon Townshend, drummer Zak Starkey and bassist Pino Palladino.

The show at Mohegan Sun was The Who’s last performance before their appearance at the “12-12-12: The Concert for Sandy Relief” at New York City’s Madison Square Garden that also featured The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band and more. Proceeds from the 12-12-12 Concert benefited the victims of Hurricane Sandy.

 

Setlist*

  1. I Am The Sea
  2. The Real Me
  3. Quadrophenia
  4. Cut My Hair
  5. The Punk and the Godfather
  6. I’m One
  7. The Dirty Jobs (Simon Townshend lead vocals)
  8. Helpless Dancer
  9. Is It in My Head?
  10. I’ve Had Enough
  11. 5:15
  12. Sea and Sand
  13. Drowned
  14. Bell Boy
  15. Doctor Jimmy
  16. The Rock
  17. Love, Reign O’er Me
  18. Who Are You (encore)
  19. Behind Blue Eyes (encore)
  20. Pinball Wizard (encore)
  21. Baba O’Riley (encore)
  22. Won’t Get Food Again (encore)
  23. Tea & Theatre (encore)

*source: setlist.fm

 

Watch The Who Live:

 

Monday, May 18: Heimlich Stories, Brooks Parker on City Council Zoom Fail, Dr. Browne’s Coronavirus Update from Griffin Health

Monday, May 18: Heimlich Stories, Brooks Parker on City Council Zoom Fail, Dr. Browne’s Coronavirus Update from Griffin Health

Stamford Deputy Fire Chief Tom G was on the phone to talk about firefighters escaping from a burning building. (0:00)

A man was saved from choking when he ran to his neighbor’s house. Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in their stories, Johnny Rocket was saved by grandma and Charlie choked on soup. (9:21)

Ansonia Mayor Cassetti was on to explain the city’s plan to let restaurants open by shutting down some streets, and Brooks Parker, the former Wethersfield Councilman was on to explain the ill-fated Zoom call that lost him his job. (23:42)

Don in Bridgeport provides further proof that you will be hung up on if you don’t get right to the point. (37:54)

In Dumb Ass News, a cameraman completely blew it by bad-mouthing his job on a live mic. (39:50)

Attorney Bob Mitchell was on to help the Tribe through their employment concerns. Frank called in his concerns with returning to work, given his medical background. Can he refuse and still collect unemployment? (42:39)

Dr. Browne is the Chief Medical Officer from Griffin Health, and thinks things are getting better. He described what the hospitals looked like during the peak of COVID-19 infections, and what we can continue to do moving forward to prevent a second wave. (51:13)

Allie from the Ridgefield Playhouse was on to talk about shows that are still on sale for this year, and the plans the venue has for seating to comply with social distancing. Plus, the Tour Rider Game! (1:06:16)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Dennic McAllister was on to talk about the rise in anxiety during the pandemic, and the silver linings he’s noticed from quarantine. (1:24:14)

Ashley returned to the studio today, and immediately spit all over the counter and her computer while arguing that motorcycle rallies should just be moved to next year. (1:37:07)

Throwback Concert: Linkin Park at Mohegan Sun Arena 2012

Throwback Concert: Linkin Park at Mohegan Sun Arena 2012

By Drew Carrano

Could Linkin Park be making a comeback? Perhaps, according to bassist Dave ‘Phoenix’ Farrell. Just last month Farrell revealed the band is working on new material. But unfortunately, due to COVID-19, that work has been put on hold. It will be interesting to hear new music from Linkin Park, minus singer Chester Bennington, who tragically took his own life in 2017.

Today we look back at Linkin Park’s last show in Connecticut, which was on the Honda Civic Tour with Mutemath.

 

Linkin Park

Honda Civic Tour

Special Guests: Mutemath

Sunday August 12, 2012

Mohegan Sun Arena – Uncasville

 

About The Tour:

The 11th Annual Honda Civic Tour featured co-headliners Linkin Park and Incubus, plus special guest Mutemath. The tour had only 17 dates, making it the shortest Honda Civic Tour ever. Incubus didn’t join in on the tour until the third scheduled date in Boston.

The 2012 Honda Civic Tour kicked off in Bristow, Virginia on August 11th and wrapped up in Chula Visita, California almost exactly one month later. Mohegan Sun was just the second stop on the tour, which meant Incubus was not on the bill.

Interesting note: this would be Linkin Park’s last performance in Connecticut as their 2015 show, also at Mohegan Sun, was cancelled due to Chester Bennington’s ankle injury.

 

Setlist*

  1. With You
  2. Faint
  3. Given Up
  4. Victimized
  5. Lying From You / Papercut
  6. Somewhere I Belong
  7. New Divide
  8. In My Remains
  9. When They Come for Me
  10. Waiting for the End
  11. Breaking the Habit
  12. Leave Out All the Rest / Shadow of the Day / Iridescent
  13. The Catalyst
  14. Burn It Down
  15. In The End
  16. Numb
  17. Bleed It Out
  18. Lost in the Echo (encore)
  19. What I’ve Done (encore)
  20. One Step Closer (encore)

*source: setlist.fm

 

Watch: Linkin Park Live

 

Friday, May 15: Two Guys Hit By Lightning, Blow Up Dolls Helping Social Distancing, Boss Keith’s Top 5 American Rock Bands

Friday, May 15: Two Guys Hit By Lightning, Blow Up Dolls Helping Social Distancing, Boss Keith’s Top 5 American Rock Bands

Responding to video posted by Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy, Chaz and AJ got a call from Dan who tried to take over the conversation with three quick points. (0:00)

Steve was in the news recently for surviving a lightning strike, and was on with Chaz and AJ to share the crazy circumstances from the incident in his garage. Then, Tim in Clinton called in about being hit by lightning on three separate occasions. (3:19)

Yesterday was the Air National Guard flyover of CT, and Jennifer Petrow was one of the pilots. She was on to talk about the event, and some of the crazy things she’s experienced in her career. (17:39)

A restaurant in South Carolina has gone viral for practicing social distancing in their dining room by using blow up dolls. (28:58)

Rosalie was on from Bikers Against Animal Cruelty to talk about a way they’ve found to be helpful within the community, despite not being able to organize any events during the COVID-19 pandemic. You can help them tomorrow in Sandy Hook! (32:31)

In Dumb Ass News, Ashley and Erik fail hilariously to kill a spider. (41:33)

Boss Keith yelled louder than usual about his Top 5 list, which was all about the greatest American rock bands. (47:08)

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