Placebo Tickets

It is quite hard to believe that it has taken nearly six years for Placebo to come back to the States to play a gig. I don't pretend to know what goes on in the music industry but it the industry itself exists in such a way where 15-Oct can only happen every six years, music lovers across the planet should be very, very concerned. I expected them to come out with a high level of energy and they surpassed what I thought was a pretty high bar based on the six or seven other times I have seen them live. Even more amazing was that the crowd was singing every song, word for word, through the entire set. Privately I was hoping that they would play a few more songs from Battle For The Sun, seeing how they skipped our country for that tour (Bright Lights, Battle For The Sun, Kitty Litter if I can dream...) but am not too regretful about that. Really, really glad they came back and am hoping they choose to do so again fairly soon!

The wait was kind of terrible. The doors were supposed to open at 7:00 but didn't open until 7:30ish and we waited about another half an hour for the opening act, Jesca Hoop, to perform. She, and the woman she performed with, are both incredibly talented with lovely voices, though they didn't seem like an appropriate opener for Placebo, or maybe it was just the venue. I could imagine them more in a coffee shop or a small intimate space where people can sit down and bask in the sound. That said, I'll probably keep an eye out for her in the future. When the band finally came on, they were non-stop for about an hour and forty minutes, and they definitely could have kept going from the way the crowd was reacting. The energy there was incredible. I loved every minute of it, and I hope they don't wait another seven years to come back to the US.

Being only familiar with Placebo from radio airplay and a couple of their CDs I went more as a slight fan than as a hardcore worshiper and I was glad that I did. I liked every song that they played. I can't name the songs but the guy & girl next to me could I'm sure. The hardcore fans were going nuts. My one criticism of the band is that there were no instrumental solos of any kind but their music can really support a nice expressive guitar solo at least occasionally . I could imagine it in my mind throughout the show. I think a band like this doesn't realize the emotional power from a nice solo that can enhance a song's mood and feeling. I think it's one thing that separates some of the Great bands from the very good. It's not a matter of instrumental "show off " virtuosity, it's a matter of emotional expression within the music. Still a good show, just could have been amazing.

Amazing show! I think I may have been one of the few Americans in the audience, as this band is huge everywhere else in the world except the U.S. It's too bad because I don't know when I'll get to see them again. Although, on the plus side, it was awesome to get to see them in a club for $30 as opposed to a big arena like the ones they headline in Europe. This was their first show in the U.S. in 6 years. I hope it's not another 6 years until they come back, because it was one of the best shows I've ever been to. Thanks Placebo!

Dude, what can i say that hasn't been said before! This concert was the best one ive attended this year. Its up with there with my top five concerts of my life. Maybe it was cause who i was with, the things im going though at this of my life. But this concert was an emotional release. Placebo played so many of their great songs. Special K is always a classic. When they did play Special K, everyone turned into kids and started singing, pushing. For the duration of this song, i was a teenager again, my arms around a beautiful girl, jumping and singing along to the song. It was great. Oh and needless to say, drenched in sweat too! Great great show...Placebo has been around for a long time but they can still rock and give off a great vibe. i highly recommend seeing this band once in your life. But i hate...HATE THE WILTERN THEATER!!! They seriously need to tear this place down and put a Ihope in its place. Parking is way overpriced, the place rattles and music sounds muffled. i hate this place!!!

I hold this gig dear to my heart as it was the first Placebo concert i've ever attended, and in my hometown too! The entire band was on point, and the setlist was a rollercoaster of emotions. The sanctity held in Brian's voice coupled with the hard hitting drums and bass had me dancing in tongues. I was in 'the pit' and everyone around me was feeling it. The energy this concert exuded is something special i wont ever forget and would hope to experience again. i feel really lucky to have been there.

This was the first time in 6 years that Placebo has played in the states and it was spectacular. They rocked the show for 2 hours straight and the venue was the perfect size to be able to see and hear them.

This was my 5th Placebo show, the first being in Washington DC in 1998 at the 9:30 Club. By far, the Wiltern show has been the best! The venue was excellent and classic, the band performed perfectly, and the crowd had incredible energy. Placebo covered a lot of the new tunes on "Loud Like Love" along with classics like "Meds," "Special K" and "For What It's Worth." From the first note, I was sorry I wasn't on the floor dancing since the beats were so strong and energetic! Those of us Placebo fans that are in the States are true fan-atics. I was thrilled to be with my fellow fans enjoying the return of this band to the States. I wish I could have gone to the NY show as well. Can't wait for the 2014 US tour! I hope they come to Albuquerque, where we will be living by this winter. We flew in from Portland, Oregon for this show and - had we had the $ - would have gone to the NY show as well!

This performance was awesome! The sound levels were dialed in perfectly. Many bands leave out details of the music when performing live, but Placebo seems to pay attention to every minute detail. Perhaps they are musical perfectionists. The accuracy of instrumentalism combined with the live sound engineering makes you feel like you are listening to a many tracked perfectly-dialed in studio recording, except with the loundness and intensity of a live performance. Combined with impressive lighting and visual effect and an intimate venue, it was definitely a treat for the senses. One of the tightest live performances I have seen!

excellent show the band went on at 9pm and rocked the stage

Placebo sells out arenas in Europe but can't sell out Terminal Five in New York. This is a good thing. Concerts are always better in smaller venues. Brian Molko chatted with a fan near the front, "You were in front of me in Starbucks. You didn't recognize me." Typing it here it looks boring, but it was pretty funny in the show. Placebo puts on a good performance. They play great together. The energy of the show comes from the band and the music - not so much lights or effects. Again, this is a good thing. Aside from the great show, the crowd is interesting. I doubt half of the people at the New York show were American. The guys in front of me were Israeli. The couple front-left were from China. Americans were to my left and right. Behind me were girls from France, a couple from England then two more people from France. As I left the show I was flanked by Germans. I think that's cool.

Flew from Atlanta to New York on 2 weeks notice.I saw a band I've listened to for over 16 years and they did not disappoint. One of my favorite life experiences ever. Please believe me I dont just sit at home, I live life and PLACEBO is alive. Thanks to all involved. Love

Great show. Steve Forrest best drummer in the world. Those guitars and that voice filled the hall. Beautiful from start to finish.

My first Placebo concert was an unforgettable one. The sound quality was perfect at terminal 5. The instruments were clear, credit to the band, and the lead singer was excellent. Great clear vocals that sounded like the recordings. They played a 2 hour set filled with new songs and some HITS.

I have been Placebo's fan for over 10 years now. NY concert totally blew my mind! Sound was amazing, light was great as well. They payed 20 songs, new stuff from recent album Loud Like Love and old stuff from previous albums. Brian was fantastic, he spoke to the crowd, made jokes and looked very happy. This was the best concert I have ever been to.

The songs are always great and well played. They play non stop and whatever is added to songs always makes them sound better. They played for almost 2 hours so it was worth it.

Great concert. Great vocals. Great guitars. Great drums.

Brian is such a unique and incredible talent. Which is why Placebo is one of the greatest bands in the world. I recommend Placebo even to the most passive of fans.

The show was absolutely amazing. Can't wait until the next .....

The concert went pretty well, nice atmosphere, nice sound, favourite sounds