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I already posted this on another board, but wanted to re-state it here.....
Just to jump back into this discussion..... As a fan whose first Creed concert experience was the Chicago show....
#1: I was STUNNED....but 1/2 the crowd boo'd the band anyway during the 29th show. I'm proud to say I was part of the other 1/2 who tried to give him some support. I don't think the Chgo fans would boo them if they returned to set things right. As long as the show lived up to the band's reputation. My guess is that the people who boo'd the first show would likely pass on the chance to return.
#2: I DEFINITELY feel that those of us who bought tickets to the first show SHOULD be entitled to see a new show under a different set of circumstances. I DO NOT agree with a type of fan appreciation that is open to all....mostly because I ALREADY PAID FOR MY TICKET and didn't get what I paid for!!!! I don't want to have to stand in line or fight with other people to try to scramble to pick up a reduced price ticket. I really feel that when you reduce the price you allow the "Creed bashers" easy access to come to the show and screw it up. After all, it's only $5 bucks.
#3: Everyone also needs to understand that there probably are a number of people who are somewhat justifyably feeling hostile after what we were forced to witness..... Again, for those of you who were not there, I truly believe that you can not possibly understand how awful it was. Add to that the fact that a number of people brought young children because of the positive message that Creed portrays....also, many people had seen multiple shows and knew what the band was capable of.....AND we all paid about $50 per seat plus $15 parking....food... beverages...babysitters....for a grand total of about $160+ per couple. Why shouldn't they be irritated???
I am such an admirer of Scott Stapp's vocals that I was so looking forward to experiencing the full force of his ability in person. That is probably my greatest disappointment. I would never boo this band. Those who call themselves fans are hopefully a little more enlightened and willing to understand that each of us is only human. Scott deserves our support and I think we are intelligent enough in Chicago to give them a warm reception if they come back to set things right.
Hopeful & waiting in Chicago.......
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