I’m honestly on the fence about this. On one hand, we know that the band hasn’t played The Song so we know that they’re coming back, and they know that they’re coming back so it’s a pretty dumb charade. On the other hand it’s such a tradition.
I was at a concert that said “I know you know we haven’t played the hits yet so you know we’re not done yet. I’m not gonna do the encore bs.” But they still left the stage for a breather (I assume) anyway. Functionally identical I guess.
For some reason all the bands whose live shows I watch (in videos) do none of that, but all end on a high note, wave to the audience and bail speedily like they all need to take a piss.
I’m honestly on the fence about this. On one hand, we know that the band hasn’t played The Song so we know that they’re coming back, and they know that they’re coming back so it’s a pretty dumb charade. On the other hand it’s such a tradition.
It’s probably just in case they need to take a breather, get some water, and change/check instruments, right?
I went to a show with A Perfect Circle, Primus, and Pucifer, and they had it set up perfectly for this.
All 3 bands had their gear on stage, and they’d switch off every 2-3 songs.
I was at a concert that said “I know you know we haven’t played the hits yet so you know we’re not done yet. I’m not gonna do the encore bs.” But they still left the stage for a breather (I assume) anyway. Functionally identical I guess.
For some reason all the bands whose live shows I watch (in videos) do none of that, but all end on a high note, wave to the audience and bail speedily like they all need to take a piss.
I mean, a performer could just say that. “Okay, guys, were just gonna take a breather, and make sure the end of the set is perfect/take a leak”
Much like peek-a-boo.