Hi, Ian! Thanks for the information. Yes, that's what I was curious about. I had no idea the size of the venues there and what they are like.
Here, in my part of the country, the venues that Meat got to were fairly small, compared to yours. The largest of them that we went to, I believe, held about 5000 people. I'd like to go to one with thousands and thousands of screaming fans--just once!!
I know what you mean about new people coming to Meat's concerts and not being sure about how they'll feel and then they enjoy themselves and love the show.
Last year, during the Friends tour, at the second California ML concert we went to, we sat next to a very nice couple and got to talking with them. They were constantly going to concerts--seeing all sorts of people. But they had never seen Meat perform live before, and actually, didn't know much about him or the band. So, I shared what I could about everyone and then the concert got started. And I sort of watched them, at the same time I was, of course, watching the show. And within a few minutes, they were both jumping around and screaming and yelling and having a great time. They even managed to catch one of Meat's picks!!
When the concert was over with, I asked them what they thought, and the wife said to me, "This was the BEST concert we have EVER seen and we will never miss a Meat Loaf concert again!!!" Made me smile!!
So, you're right, Ian. Meat and the band do such a fantastic job that 'newbies' and 'oldies' alike walk out of there knowing they've just seen an amazing show and can't wait to do it again!!!
I know that I'VE always felt that way!
I'm sure you have, too, and you certainly have some great shows also in your future, Ian!!
Thanks again for the information! Take good care.
Love,
MB
xxx