10 of the Greatest Places to See a Concert in the World
Posted by Jeff on Sep 5th 2007, 08:00
If you're a true fan of music, you go to a lot of live shows. But not all venues are created equal. Here are 10 of the best places to see a show in the world.
Red Rocks Ampitheatre
Morisson, Co
Originally created under FDR's New Deal, Red Rocks Ampitheare has become the place to see a show on earth. Aside from it's magestic buety, what really sets Red Rocks apart is its two 300 foot tall rocks surrounding the venue. They create some of the best acoustics that nature can provide.
Royal Albert Hall
London, England
Aside from music, this English concert hall has seen boxing, poetry and the first Sumo tournament held outside Japan. It has hosted everyone from Tiny Tim and Meatloaf to Led Zeppelin and The Who to Massive Attack and The Cure.
The Fillmore
San Fransisco, CA
The Fillmore is responsible for launching the careers of such phycadelic greats as The Grateful Dead, Cream, Jefferson Airplane, Led Zeppelin, The Doors and Janis Joplin. That's a pretty impressive track record. Plus, if you go to the fillmore you're treated to a bathtub full of free apples!
Vienna State Opera
Vienna, Austria
If opera is your thing, then the Vienna State Opera is the place to go. Originaly built in 1863, the hall was bombed to pieces during WWII. It then reponed on November 5, 1955 and has operated ever since. Inside is one of the most magestic halls in all of classical music.
Gorge Ampitheater
George, Wash.
Second only to Red Rocks, the Gorge is one of the most beutiful places to go see a concert. The stage is perched at the edge of a high cliff overlooking the Comumbia river gorge, resulting in some really specacular views.
Bowery Ballroom
New York, NY
If you've been to a show in NYC, you know that it's more packed than the subway during rush hour. Not at the Bowery Ballroom. They somehow afford the most spacious concert setting in all of NYC. Add their ability to attract top-notch musical talent, and it's one sweet venue.
40 Watt Club
Athens, GA
Nestled way down in Athens, Ga, the 40 Watt Club has played host to some of the greatest musical talent to come out of the shoutheast US. Neurtal Milk Hotel, Of Montreal and R.E.M all got their start here.
Slane Castle
Slane, Ireland
Every year Slane Castle in Ireland hosts an all day concert for upwards of 80,000 people. Past acts have included R.E.M, the Rolling Stones, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and U2, who recorded their Unforgettable fire album there.
Paradiso
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Outside it's a dark and forboding former church, but inside its 3 large stained glass windows and balcony overlooking the stage make it one of the most awesome places to see a concert. In the past it has hosted everyone from Willie Nelson to the Rolling Stones, and now hosts other arts such as plays and lectures.
Olympia
Paris, France
Founded by the same dude who created the Moulon Rouge 1888, Olympia is the oldest music hall in all of Paris. After a decline in the 30's and early 40's, it became a movie theather, but then regained its music hall roots post-liberation in 1945.
Red Rocks Ampitheatre
Morisson, Co
Originally created under FDR's New Deal, Red Rocks Ampitheare has become the place to see a show on earth. Aside from it's magestic buety, what really sets Red Rocks apart is its two 300 foot tall rocks surrounding the venue. They create some of the best acoustics that nature can provide.
Royal Albert Hall
London, England
Aside from music, this English concert hall has seen boxing, poetry and the first Sumo tournament held outside Japan. It has hosted everyone from Tiny Tim and Meatloaf to Led Zeppelin and The Who to Massive Attack and The Cure.
The Fillmore
San Fransisco, CA
The Fillmore is responsible for launching the careers of such phycadelic greats as The Grateful Dead, Cream, Jefferson Airplane, Led Zeppelin, The Doors and Janis Joplin. That's a pretty impressive track record. Plus, if you go to the fillmore you're treated to a bathtub full of free apples!
Vienna State Opera
Vienna, Austria
If opera is your thing, then the Vienna State Opera is the place to go. Originaly built in 1863, the hall was bombed to pieces during WWII. It then reponed on November 5, 1955 and has operated ever since. Inside is one of the most magestic halls in all of classical music.
Gorge Ampitheater
George, Wash.
Second only to Red Rocks, the Gorge is one of the most beutiful places to go see a concert. The stage is perched at the edge of a high cliff overlooking the Comumbia river gorge, resulting in some really specacular views.
Bowery Ballroom
New York, NY
If you've been to a show in NYC, you know that it's more packed than the subway during rush hour. Not at the Bowery Ballroom. They somehow afford the most spacious concert setting in all of NYC. Add their ability to attract top-notch musical talent, and it's one sweet venue.
40 Watt Club
Athens, GA
Nestled way down in Athens, Ga, the 40 Watt Club has played host to some of the greatest musical talent to come out of the shoutheast US. Neurtal Milk Hotel, Of Montreal and R.E.M all got their start here.
Slane Castle
Slane, Ireland
Every year Slane Castle in Ireland hosts an all day concert for upwards of 80,000 people. Past acts have included R.E.M, the Rolling Stones, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and U2, who recorded their Unforgettable fire album there.
Paradiso
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Outside it's a dark and forboding former church, but inside its 3 large stained glass windows and balcony overlooking the stage make it one of the most awesome places to see a concert. In the past it has hosted everyone from Willie Nelson to the Rolling Stones, and now hosts other arts such as plays and lectures.
Olympia
Paris, France
Founded by the same dude who created the Moulon Rouge 1888, Olympia is the oldest music hall in all of Paris. After a decline in the 30's and early 40's, it became a movie theather, but then regained its music hall roots post-liberation in 1945.
