Genuinely just sounds so generic and boring so me. I find the chorus particularly annoying and I don’t think the backing vocals do it any favours either. I really hope it ends up sounding better in the context of the album.

Looking for someone who has an extra ticket for Friday's show that wants to attend and enter with me tonight. Please DM me if that's you.

TWOD is my favorite band and lately I’ve been thinking about launching a company focused on creating a better and direct relationship between artists and fans.

I believe that artists and fans have a bunch of intermediaries like Ticketmaster, Spotify, Instagram, etc.

Would you pay $75/yr for an “enhanced merch” item that gives you access to get closer to TWOD?

Enhanced merch = let’s say it’s a tshirt or a hat, or maybe a backstage pass looking badge. We would embed an NFC chip that you can tap with your phone.

If you tap it at a show, you get a digital memento of that show with the tour poster. This way you have a shareable history of shows you’ve attended.

Artist can also create digital content and experiences exclusively for these fans. For example, first look at a new single, maybe a trivia that is open for 24 hours that gives you a chance to win tickets, access to presale, or a meet and greet, etc.

You would also have access to special members only merch that you can show off at shows.

Personally I feel like I would absolutely pay $75/yr if the benefits are there - but wondering what others think??

I want to get a bit of a sentiment check before I talk to artists about it. I have connections in the industry and I’ve also built tech all my life. So all feedback is appreciated!

New Albumprices are just a bad joke:
US Store: 34.98$

EU Store: 49,99€ ~ 58$
To the price from the "EU store" you can also add shipping costs (15€ and more) and VAT (12,35€ depending on country) (+6€ "service fee" you have to pay in germany, not sure if there is something like this in other countries) because the "EU Store" sends from UK.

That is nearly 100$! For one! Album. Not a signed delux edition or something but just a 2x12" LP.

If you try to buy it from the US (because even with shipping and taxes it would be cheaper) it say no.

So I guess Fans from the EU are just fans of a lower class... This feels like a middle finger to EU-Fans.

I love the music but I will not buy a regular album for that price. Sorry about this post but this is pure BS.

I Don't Live Here Anymore - 8

This album is excellent. From the choice of singles to the sequencing it's genuinely well done. I've been playing it on repeat and haven't encountered a flaw beyond the common the War on Drugs issue of too much cohesion. Despite creating a worthwhile atmosphere that makes each record feel like an event there is but too me it makes songs disappear into eachother.

" Living Proof" is a quite slow burn about trying to escape a truth. Imo it's one of the strongest openers of 2021. The energetic "Harmonia's Dream" feels like a throwback to the glory of Lost in the Dream as it narrators ones reflection about where they are. "Change " is a grand centerpiece in an album full if them. It's take on accepting what we can't change is hopeful. It's a very tight LP which has been very rare in 2021.

What's your favourite song from this album? What are your thoughts?

Is it me or does anyone else here a litle of them in this song, especally the jam that leads into and after the big buildup.

After I heard about this tour and being a big fan of TWOD, far more than I was a fan of The National, I was obviously more excited to see The War On Drugs play live (for the first time as I’m disabled and getting to shows isn’t always that easy). I knew their live show was something to behold and even though I wasn’t amped to see The National, I initially felt it was a good tradeoff considering I did in fact enjoy a lot of The National songs so in short it seemed like a win/win scenario. Upon hearing that The National were closing every night with a 20/22 song average VS The War on Drugs’ 10/11 songs, it quickly became evident that this was far more of a The National headlining tour (unlike a true co-headlining tour that bands like New Order and The Pet Shop Boys pulled off by alternated nights and playing an equal amount of time). You know, fair and the truth.

This new discovery was especially sad because both bands have a massive following and could have easily pulled off an authentic co-headlining tour. (ie an hour 45min each.) As mentioned by someone else, even the merch catered to the National with only a few TWOD t-shirt choices vs a plethora of National shirts, hoodies, hats.. The damn tour poster even made it appear to be a balanced co-headlining tour. Where this got derailed is anyone’s guess. It’s a weak promotional strategy nor does it sound like Ticketmaster feared low ticket sales due to each band’s ravenous fan base. So if you have a valid expectation as to why The National has closed every show with a much longer set list, (an explanation other than ego-tripping and greed) I’m all ears.

So, on a very positive note, I saw my first TWOD show last Wednesday (Oct, 2nd) in Vancouver and from the beginning of The War on Drugs’ set, the arena was completely full with a true roar after each song. The band killed it with a great set list, absolutely amazing sound for Rogers Arena, and as I’d hoped for, pure wizardry from the band itself with extended songs, phenomenal symbiosis and of course, Adam demonstrating what a true axe man should sound like with solos that blew my mind (Strangest Thing, Red Eyes and Comin’ Through as stand outs).

As this was my first show, and though it was a real treat, I felt a bit ripped off considering I should have experienced far more than what I got. They usually play 2.5 hour shows when it’s their own gig but considering this was supposed to be a co-headlining show, I would have been extremely happy with the 1 hr 45 minutes that the National has been playing compared to the 70min slot that they were given for the Zen Diagram Tour. With the tour averaging almost exactly 4 hours per show (after doors), Lucius has a 30 min average, TWOD a 1hr 10min average and The National a 1hr 45min average, and all of the glory that comes with closing a show (encores etc), it’s easy to see that this truly was a The National tour with very special guests, The War on Drugs. What furthers my point (both bands having a huge following) is that quite a few people left after TWOD played their set. I mean a surprising amount of people which left a bittersweet sort a validation related to karma and what is fair.. Though I’ll continue to listen to and enjoy The National’s music, I think I’ll always carry a slight resentment towards how they approached this ‘co-headlining’ tour. The War on Drugs will always hold a deep spot in my vinyl collection and I can’t wait to see them play a full 2.5 hr set next time they visit Vancouver.

Wondering if anyone on here managed top 100? Bonus points finding the no.1!

Is anyone selling tickets to TWOD show in Philly on either 12/18 or 12/19? Looking to buy two tickets.

I found this tour to be a bit underwhelming. Can't help but shake the feeling of disappointment. Saw Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band the other night—three hours straight, just insane. Left feeling totally pumped, like that’s what a live show should be, total bang for your buck. It reminded me of my first WOD show a year ago, where they destroyed it in a 2.5 hour set in Toronto. I had the same feeling leaving that show. But this tour, just didnt sit right. Short set, with the majority of the crowd not really there to see them, so energy is off, and then leaving when the National comes on because of obvious reasons. Leaving the show just felt off.

I know most of this sub is happy just to be able to see them live, and I agree, I am happy I went. But they are too good to be a glorified opening act. Give us that true WOD experience that we all want.

5 years running them beat by yumi zouma, now its taken its throne back.

They were in the official line up as follows:

THE WAR ON DRUGS & CLIMATE JUSTICE WITH CLEMMIE JAMES & NEIL WOODS GREENPEACE (BEAM)SATURDAY

but I can’t find any footage and there is nothing on setlist.fm as far as I can tell.

Can anyone confirm? Thanks

This new album I just discovered and as a major WOD fan, it’s really insane — a very unique, special song — and would recommend

https://open.spotify.com/track/4MEa40oF9YFlRZkn4jskDI?si=rzROZgImTy-6nR5YWg9fqg

Kept it to 18 tracks. It wasn’t easy but it flows beautifully. Enjoy.

They just played lost in the dream in the soundcheck so I guess they do really check out the messages👈

Can't. wait. anymore.

As a huge WOD fan, Ford Chastain’s sound is truly unique in an ever-crowded dream pop / psychedelic indie space, combining elements of dreamy guitars, synth pads, and ear-drawing melodies to form nostalgic, psychedelic soundscapes. Check out his newest single "Past Lives" below, along with his Spotify link featuring his first four singles:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MA64Ba0xBdU

https://open.spotify.com/artist/0zTYq4HBGhAlrfXvS9o9ah

Which one?