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Lollapalooza FAQ

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Here you can find all kinds of information about anything related to X JAPAN's performance at Lollapalooza 2010! If you have any other questions, please ask and we'll try our best to answer!

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Overview

General

What is Lollapalooza?
What kind of atmosphere can I expect?
What other types of music can we hear at Lollapalooza?
Where/when can I get a ticket? (& refund?)
Will single/day tickets be available for sale? new
Essentials to bring to Lollapalooza
Can I go? Does Lollapalooza impose any age restrictions?
How are the general facilities?

X JAPAN

Will they play new songs? new
I've heard they'll perform all songs in english...?
Are they going to play *insert song*?

How long is the band estimated to play?
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Are they only going to be there for a certain day?

When will the schedule be posted?
new
Are they going to record it?

Will I be able to purchase CD's/Merchandise at the festival?

I've heard there might be an autograph tent with the chance of meeting some of my favourite artists, is this true?

How can I guarantee a good spot?
Is Sugizo playing with them here?
X Japan? Are you fucking serious? :D
Aside from the show itself, is there anything else planned related to X JAPAN? new


Transport & Accommodation

How do I get to Lollapalooza?
What can I do in Chicago aside from Lollapalooza?
Where can I stay overnight?



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General

What is Lollapalooza?

Lollapalooza is an annual music festival held at Grant Park in Chicago, Illinois. It is one of the biggest festivals in America alongside Coachella and Bonnaroo.


What kind of atmosphere can I expect?

You can expect a friendly and fun atmosphere at Lollapalooza. The atmosphere will be positive and enjoyable for everybody. The types of bands contracted to perform is an indication of the demographic that the festival attracts


What other types of music can we hear at Lollapalooza?

Lollapalooza offers a diverse range of musicians and performers. There will be a good number of bands to match everybody’s musical taste. However it should be noted that fans of certain genres such as death metal or classical are not catered for.


Where/when can I get a ticket? (& refund?)

You can purchase your ticket now. For ticket information please visit: http://www.lollapalooza.com/tickets/index.php


Will single/day tickets be available for sale? new

Yes, single day tickets will be available in the summer. But it should be noted that single day ticket holders will not be granted the option of re-entry.
Update: They are available since June 8th here.


Essentials to Bring to Lollapalooza

Due to the heat and/or rain it would be advisable to bring the following:
- Absolute essentials – Ticket and money.
- Sunscreen/Suncream/Sunblock
- Beachmat - to sit on the grass and relax.
- A Hat
- ID (If you want to purchase Alcohol)


Can I go? Does Lollapalooza impose any age restrictions?

Lollapalooza is open for everybody! Children aged 10 and younger are eligible for free entry with a ticket holding adult. Kids will especially enjoy the  Kidzapalooza area.


How are the general facilities?

There are plenty of portaloos available around the park, however please note that queues might develop. We would advise you bring your own wet-wipes in the interest of hygiene. Water fountains are readily available around the park. There are a number of food vendors in and around the park to ensure you don’t go hungry.

 
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X JAPAN

Will they play new songs? new

Only YOSHIKI and the rest of the members know what they will play. However we are led to believe that they will indeed perform new songs. Please keep an eye on the forthcoming album release as an indication of what they might play.
Update: Yoshiki announced they they will play their new song "Born to be free" for the first time at Lollapalooza.


I've heard they'll perform all songs in English...?

It is likely that they will perform a number of songs in English due to the demographic of the audience, however once again there is no guarantee that they will do so; it's entirely up to the band.


Are they going to play *insert song*?

It is entirely up to the band what songs they will play. Songs that are very often played such as Rusty Nail and Kurenai will be more likely than Vanishing Love.


How long is the band estimated to play? new

Based on the band's positioning on the poster/lineup, we can safely suggest that the band will get one hour to perform.
Update: They are scheduled from 4:00pm to 5:00pm, which gives from almost an hour play time.


Are they only going to be there for a certain day?


Yes, they will only get one slot during the entire duration of the festival.


When will the schedule be posted? new

No official date has been given yet for the release of the schedule, but based on previous years we can expect it to be released around June or July. Band's often individually leak information regarding what day they will perform.
Updated: You can find the schedule here.


Are they going to record it?

Past musicians have released Extended Plays based on their performance at Lollapalooza, however in terms of recording video then it seems unlikely.


Will I be able to purchase CD's/Merchandise at the festival?

They do sell merchandise of the artists, however there is no guarantee that a particular artist will do so. CD's are usually available to be purchased from sponsored tents.


I've heard there might be an autograph tent with the chance of meeting some of my favourite artists, is this true?

Details regarding the Autograph tent have not been released yet, but please keep in mind that if it's a fairly big artist then queues might develop.


How can I guarantee a good spot?

Get there extra early and watch the bands that are due to perform before X.


Is Sugizo playing with them here?

Yes, Sugizo is officially a member of X Japan.


X Japan? Are you fucking serious? :D

YES!


Aside from the show itself, is there anything else planned related to X JAPAN? new

JRockRevolution's official campaign X Perience is dedicated to X JAPAN's debut. Those who ordered the X Perience fan package will have the possibility to pick it up directly in Chicago at an off side location (if you ordered it, you will be contacted by the X Perience team for further details)
JRockRevolution is also planning to hold side events for fans. Please visit the X Perience official site for detailed information: www.jrockrevolution.com/theXPerience

 
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Transport & Accommodation

How do I get to Lollapalooza?

There is plenty of public transport available for you to get to Lollapalooza. One of the most common methods is by rail:

Metra: Please alight at the Jackson
Chicago L: Please alight at Adams/Wabash

Please note that you're more than likely to encounter other people heading towards the festival, so if you are ever in doubt..follow the large crowd!
For other transport opportunities please visit:
http://www.lollapalooza.com/info/transportation/index.php


What can I do in Chicago aside from Lollapalooza?

There are lots to see and do in Chicago. We would advise you visit:
http://wikitravel.org/en/Chicago to see what the city of Chicago has to offer.


Where can I stay overnight?

Most visitors to Lollapalooza stay in hotels. There are a lot of hotels around Chicago but the following have been recommended by past Lollapalooza attendees:
http://doubletree1.hilton.com/en_US/dt/hotel/CHIMMDT-Doubletree-Hotel-Chicago-Magnificent-Mile-Illinois/index.do
http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/productInfo.do?propertyCode=14120
http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/CHICHHH-Hilton-Chicago-Illinois/index.do

 


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