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Rolling Stones Interactive Review

Hosted by Joe Heim
washingtonpost.com Staff Writer
Friday, October 4, 2002

God bless the Rolling Stones. How would we fill up our underused professional football stadiums without them? The original bad boys of rock and roll may be old men by now, but the daggers of time haven't kept the band from making its anointed rounds of the touring circuit (or kept Keith Richards from posing shirtless on the cover of Rolling Stone). The latest tour is not to promote a new album - there isn't one. Rather, it's a celebration of the band's remarkable history and its vaunted place in the rock pantheon. That then is why the Stones will be at FedEx Field on Friday, Oct. 4.

If you're attending the show we want to know your reaction. Submit your Rolling Stones concert review. Let us know what you thought about the band's performance. Tell us what you liked and what you could've done without. We’ll post new reviews as we receive them.

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Rockville, Md: This is the 9th time i've seen the stones since 1972, and they were just as great last night - perhaps more so, considering the show was twice as long - as they were 30 years ago.

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Ashburn, Va.: Loved the concert, could have done without the Bob Dylan song and they should have done more than one encore song as oppossed to the fireworks - but I am glad I was there to see a piece of history...(Go Strokes!)

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Stones Review: With the exception of getting into Dan's house and the sound system seeming a little muddy, the Stone's know how to put on a great entertaining show! I've seen them every year they've toured since 1978 and have never been disappointed. How can they keep on keeping on? It's only rock and roll, but they know how to do it!

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Clifton, Virginia: The concert was great! Mick and the boys still have it. The songs were well done and Mick can still move like nobody's business. What I didn't like, didn't have to do with the stones but Fed-ex Field. The traffic was horrible getting off the beltway. It took us an hour to get from the exit to the parking lot and do you know why? So they could collect a $25 parking fee for each car. Outrageous! We missed the beginning act because of this. Put the parking fee in the price of the ticket if you have to but don't hold people up for an hour just to collect money. It's not fair. Once again, the Stones were great!

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Alexandria, Va: I would put this Forty Licks Show right up there with the Steel Wheels Tour. They have not missed a beat and the show was absolutely outstanding, would not have changed a thing.

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Great Falls, Virginia: Spent 2 hours on Beltway and one half hour at Stadium to get to concert. Traffic backed up all around the Beltway just so they can collect $25 for parking. Arrived in time for the first Rolling Stone number. Unfortunately, couldn't hear much from my section on 4th level. Acoustics were terrible up there. Why do they even sell tickets for those seats? And if they do sell them, they should be $25 and not $90. And what's with the $15 per ticket service charge? The Stones looked good and tried to put on a good show. Overall, was it worth the time, money and aggravation? I don't think so.

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Bethesda, MD: It just couldn't have been a better evening from our vantage point in the third row.

The volume, lighting, backgrounds, and musicianship were all perfect. The set list was excellent, with songs played at a very danceable and fun funky tempo. The crowd was well-behaved, and the ushers and security were similarly polite and kept things well under control.

What could we have done without? Red Rooster and the $25 parking outrage.

If Mick and Keith can do what they did at age 60, then we should raise the mandatory retirement age for airline pilots to about 80...

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McLean, VA: I was up top and the sound quality was poor. For some reason the speakers above us were not on, and the sound from the stage was mixed with echoes from the other side of the stadium. A disappointment.

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Tucson, Arizona: Dear Rock n' Roll Fans in the D.C. Metro Area:

I love that line about the unused football stadiums! I did not see the show but I have to give it a big thumbs UP because the Rolling Stones are one of the few bands that actually had anything to say that one could actually ponder upon; not all of their stuff was good, but they penned a lot of great blues based rock n' roll. Hmm ...Rock n' Roll ... a term that is sadly lost upon the new generation of music that is called (even sadder) modern rock. It is all too obvious that Washington is cutting the budgets for music programs nationwide; it is all too evident in the demise of classical and blues based influenced music that we came to know and love. Bands like the Stones and the Beatles, ... they just don't write like that anymore. To pay tribute to a genre that was steeped in talent, ... not fashion ...I would be glad to pay $100.00 to see the stones,even IF Mick can't sing in key. It is the principle of the darn thing! As Roger Daltrey so eloquently put it,”Long Live Rock ...be it dead or alive!"

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Baltimore, Maryland: Havng seen the Stones 11 times over the past 32 years, I was given tickets to this show (no way was I going to pay the outrageous price for the tix). I found myself yawning throughout the show. The Stones time has come and gone, and they've become a parody of themselves. Gee Mick, the swivel hip slide with the nasty bad boy snarl may have worked as recent as 20 years ago, but please, this is 2002. I think it's time for the Stones to play Vegas, perhaps as the opening act for Wayne Newton.

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Greenwich, CT: The Rolling Stones are still the greatest rock 'n roll band in the world. Mick Jagger is the ultimate entertainer with no peers!

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Alexandria Virginia: Having never seen the Stones before I was looking forward to this night with expectations. While the band didn't let me down, they put on an awsome show, the sound was terrible. At times you couldnt make out lyrics , guitar solos or even what sone was playing. Thank god the fans all knew the words or at times we would have been lost.

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Seattle, WA: The Rolling Stones have turned into a joke. Its very sad to see these old men attempting to be rock stars. They need to give it up and move into retirement homes.

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Alexandria, Va.: As a soft rock enthusiast I was prepared to feel out of my element. But I had heard that they had a reputation of giving one of the best shows for a rock group and so I was hoping for a new experience. I was not dissapointed. There was great fireworks, confetti, flames (whose heat you could feel blocks away), high tech gadgetry (7 giant flat panel HDTV-quality screens - at least it look that sharp - that formed what must have been a 60 or 70 by 100 foot screen) and good instrumental solos. Someone told me the music would be loud enough that the woofers would be giving me CPR so I was prepared to leave early if it started and maintained that level of noise but they had the decency to start with a tolerable level and only did the last few songs at what was uncomfortable for me. I have to admit that despite only liking a few of their songs I would probably see their show again given the chance. I give them 4.5 stars (out of 5) - clipped only because I would have liked to have heard a few other songs that I like but they did play two that I enjoyed.

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Chevy Chase, MD: The BEST stadium show I have ever seen.The music rivaled their top year of 1969 when I had the pleasure of seeing them at the Civic Center in Baltimore.They nailed every number with style, soul and the assurance of the World Class stars that they are. All the production values here were first rate (the sound was great on the field it'self) which is what we should expect from the "Glimmer Twins". A VERY good value for the money and I spent $300 a ticket. The venue, (FedEx Field) sucked but the show easily transcended it.

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Andrews AFB: What a rip-off. Can't say it any other way. Ridiculous service charges, ridiculous parking charges, ridiculous ticket prices and the sound system was horrible. I'll never pay for the Stones or anything else at that stadium again.

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North Beach, MD: I sat in section A-1, Row 30 Seat 19 at Fedex Field for last night's Stones concert. I paid $328 for a single seat the day the tickets went on sale thru ticketmaster on the phone after I got up at 5am to stand in line for the other 9 seats that were in Club Level that I just wasn't satisfied with. From my view I could read Mick Jaggers shirt did say 10K in black and gold. Bring binoculars with you from Row 10 back. The big screen did work wonders noticing Ronnie Woods watchstyle matched his long coat I had a great breeze, felt the heat, smelled the pot and watched everyone have a great time sober. I really appreciate them, my 10th show.

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Wilmington Delaware: It was a Great show .

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Arlington, Virginia: The STones show was great! I saw McCartney a few months ago and didn't think that could be topped, but the Stones did it. Not only great music, but what a showman Mick Jagger is! And these guys ROCK like no other act out there. LONG LIVE THE ROLLING STONES!

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Gaithersburg, MD: The Rolling Stones concert was a bit perfunctory, going through the motions. "Wooooo!" went the audience as expected during the "appropriate" moments during the show. This was dissappointing to me (for the ticket price and for a final tour).

However a very good friend of mine saw the Stones in 1973. We were talking about the upcoming 2002 show at FedEx Field and he said to me that he remembers thinking after the 1973 show that The Stones just didn't really care about performing for the fans (by comparison with rock and roll contemporaries, Zeppelin rocked for hours). So, I guess, in the end, the Rollig Stones haven't really aged. They can still do exactly what they did 30 years ago. I just can't help thinking that they may never have really wanted to give back to the fans what the fans so freely gave to them.

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Washington D.C: I was there purely for The Strokes. They are the new rock n roll band. They were outstanding and their news songs were amazing.I think the Rolling Stones whould have opened up for The Strokes. I witnessed history and it was The Strokes. The Rolling Stones should retire and pass the flame to The Strokes.

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Arlington, VA: I saw the Stones back in 94 and was duly
dissapointed as it seemed to me to be just a lot
of over the hill guys performing newer releases
that were heavy on ROCK and guitars, cause the
just couldn't really sing and hold the notes the
way they used to. I prefer the older bluesy stuff
and like "Angie"

So I was surprised last night when they did
perform "Angie" — and pleased, even if it was an
older, less smooth sounding Mick. The
pyrotechnics, swirling confetti, smoke,
colored-lights, fireworks and general production
of the show (with the massive high-definition
jumbo-trons) made for a real treat. Made me
think about the short-comings of concerts 20
and 30 years ago and how if you didn't have a
seat close the stage, probably didn't get to see
very much.

My favorite song was probably "Give me Shelter"
— really great.

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St. Michaels, Maryland: Friday night the Rolling Stones proved themselves to be the greatest rock and roll band in the world, again. To see the same blokes up on stage 40 years after they started was a testiment to fast living and hard fun. They're still great, if a little more subdued than in the early days. I wonder how long they can continue to do this before looking ridiculous. They provide hope to the baby boomers and inspiration to their younger fans.

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Washington DC: This was my 7th show and I thought the Stones looked great. I suspect they played great too ... but I'll never know because the sound system was awful. I wasn't even at a high elevation -- just off the field towards the back. My other complaint was length. They played 20 songs including a single one song encore. On their last tour they played at least 25 songs including several multi-song encores. The set in the middle stage (a fantastic way of making a cavernous venue somewhat intimate)was only 3 songs long. Three years ago it was 5 songs. The Stones still play with great energy and unmatched musicianship and showmanship, and even a facsimile of rebelliousness. All this works on many levels. But if shorter sets is their necessary concession to age then they should lower the concession charged to their loving fans.

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Herndon, VA: I loved the show, the special effects were really cool. I especially loved the fire. Although, I couldn't make out what the lyrics were at times, though. I think that they will be touring a lot longer. Mick is still in great shape. All-in-All, I would say the concert was a 4 out of 5.

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Fairfax, VA: We, too, spent nearly 2 hours getting from exit 17B to the stadium. (Note to Fed-Ex mgmnt: hire Disney consultants to learn how this should be done.) The obscene parking fee added to the insult. We entered the stadium just after 9 & learned that although our tickets gave a seat number, there were no seats! We were given wrist bands & we joked that we were in the mosh pit, although we were at the far end of the field. We complained but were told that the seating had been taken out of that section. Having not been to a rock concert in years & never to one by the Stones, we didn't realize this was a moot issue; no one remained seated during the performance. We also could not tell from our vantage point that there was another stage in the middle of the field. About 2/3 of the way through the show, the greatest rock band of all time came within 30 feet of us, which shows that although you can't always get what you want, if you try sometimes, you just may find, you get what you need.

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Great Falls Virginia: The Stones are still great.Ron Woods better than ever.The only problem was the venue.FedEx field is terrible.Every thing about the place from the hideous design to the concessions,parking,etc is poor at best.It is a real shame that we are stuck with this place.

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Richmond VA: Last night you wouldn't have thought the 4 men on stage could qualify for AARP. The Stones did an outstanding job entertaining the large crowd at FEDEX field. Even though their outer shells are wrinkled from a very full life, their voices took you back in time-- back 1, 2, and even 3 decades. The fireworks coordinated with the show's last few songs were an incredible sight. The show could have been a little longer, only 1 encore and the animated cartoon went overboard using the infamous Stones mouth & tongue symbol.
However, the $100 ticket was well worth it and since this was their closest venue I am so glad to spend the night with Mick and the boys!!

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Washington, DC: Great concert... from what I saw. I was excited about seeing the Strokes again. Sorry I missed it.

Fed Ex Field parking is the devil and I have little sympathy. It took me over 2 hours to get around the beltway because their parking operation has decided to bottleneck half the ticket holders dripping off of Exit 15B by collecting $25 parking fee in slow motion. I felt like there were thousands of people like me that missed at least the first hour of the show.

Time for a class action lawsuit. Let's say $40 out of the $90 ticket times 40,000 fans. That's $1.6 million.

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Bethesda, MD: I've seen the Steel Wheels and Voodoo Lounge tours, and this was right up there with them, though the sound quality at this venue was not nearly as good as those prior tours. (A perennial FedEx Field problem?). And I disagree with the negative opinion about the group performing "Like A Rolling Stone." It was perfectly timed and they NAILED the song so well that Dylan would have been proud. If FedExField and its owners can't manage ingress and egress better in the future, I vote for opening up parking for free (include it in the ticket price) or just bag FedEx Field in the future. It shouldn't have to take 3 hours to drive 10 miles to the venue. Greed (how else would you describe charging $25. per vehicle for parking on top of $90. - $300. ticket prices) doesn't excuse turning the Washington Beltway, and all side road approaches as well, into a massive parking lot. It even took an additional hour to get into the parking lot from adjacent Rte. 202! If this is the best that FedEx Field can do, let's go back to RFK Stadium for concerts and allow concertgoers to take advantage of the Metro system.

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Westminster, MD: The band and the show were great, but the acoustics were BAD!

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Manassas, VA: From our vantage point from the field, it was a magical concert. Enough of the critics already, they're just jealous! How many of these sixty year old ccritics can prance around stage for over two hours with the stamina and energy of Mick Jagger. And by the way, don't all of us get old?

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Washington, DC: I'm 22 and this is my first and hopefully not last time seeing the Rolling Stones. They were great! Mick and everyone else gets better with age. That was one of the best shows I've ever been to. The sound could have been a tad bit better, and I'm in agreement with the parking prices. I should have caught the shuttle for five bucks from one of the train stations! Other than that, good show!

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Rockville, MD: Still the greatest rock 'n' roll band in the world and Jagger is still the greatest front man. Parking as everyone has already said was pathetic. The acoustics were very poor. We were in the 126 block that was about two-thirds down one side from the stage and I couldn’t hear the lyrics; it was all muffled. If you didn’t know the lyrics already you were in serious trouble. The band sounded better when they played from a platform in the center of the arena. Could have done without the fuzz/feedback towards the end of the concert – thought it would burst my ear drums. Overall, they sounded much better when I last saw them at the Capital Center (lots of years ago) and I think I enjoyed that concert better than the one at FedEx Field.

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Falls Church, VA: The Stones put on a great show, with a great setlist - especially pleasing were Monkey Man, Tumbling Dice, Gimme Shelter and Sympathy for the Devil - and the Stones' version of the O'Jays oldie Love Train was a surprise, and somehow refreshing. We missed Beast of Burden and Wild Horses from the setlist, but hey - you can't always get what you want. On the other hand, FedEx Field as a venue was a supreme disappointment. The sound was muddy and echoed from the stage to the back of the stadium and back. Further, we require sight-impaired seating and were ticketed in what we would call the obstructed-view seating - we were actually slightly behind the stage on the right-hand side, our view blocked by steel railings and speakers. Do they expect that sight-impaired persons don't need to see anything because they cannot? "Sight-impaired" doesn't necessarily mean blind. Throughout the show, we saw only Mick from the rear and side and the horn players' backs, except when the band moved out to the auxiliary stage, and the few times that Mick ran over to the end of the ramp to the far right of the stage. As another reviewer asks about another area, why even sell seats in this section when the stage is configured like that - other than to make a few more $$.

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Harrisonburg, Va.: Great concert !!! Mick was at his best last night. He looked more like his early years.
He really played the audience.

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Somewhere, PA: Stadium was awlful..from the hour long trip from the exit to the parking lot to digging up all the spare change in my car to come up with the unexpected $25 parking fee. All ATMs in stadium were out of order so no tees, food, drinks, etc. Without Mick and the boys the night would have been a disaster. Fortunately, they still got it! Concert was incredible. I've seen the Stones numerous times since 1978, always a great show! Next time, though, I go back to Phila!

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Falls Church, VA: First time we've seen the Stones - great show, but FedEx Field was a supreme disappointment. We require sight-impaired seating, so were ticketed for what I would instead call obstructed-view seating - completely to the right of the stage, with our view totally blocked by steel railings and speakers. Terrible. Further, FedEx Field is not equipped to handle collections of cash for parking. They should go to a pre-paid system if they can't get the cash collections up to snuff.

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Perry Hall, MD: Beltway tie-ups? Yes. Outrageous parking fees? Oh, yes. But not worth complaining about here...for pete's sake, folks, find another forum. This one's about the concert, and from our perspective, it was an outstanding show. I guess I'm the flip side of the fellow who dissed their cover of "Like a Rolling Stone." Everyone thought it was dynamite, whereas the opening act was ear-deafingly incoherent. The Stones at 60 can still bring it to the stage with heart and passion and drive, and no one in our section was disappointed. "Start Me Up," "Honky Tonk Women," "Jumping Jack Flash," the list goes on...I guess the only quibble would be that their catalogue is so huge, something's bound to be left on the shelf. Let's face it, if they played every song that everyone wanted to hear, they'd still be out there at FedEx singing their lungs out. I guess there are limitations at 60 after all. Something to look forward to.

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VIENNA,VA: THE STONES WERE GREAT!!!

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Arlington, VA: Overall it was a good show. The band still has incredible energy! I definitely could have done without the 2 songs sang by Keith Richards - this was the only time anybody in my section sat down during the entire show. The sound could have been a little better as well, but then again stadiums have never been known to be the ideal concert venue! Fun night, though. And the Strokes sounded awesome!

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Alexandria, Va.: I've seen them three times, and they seem to get better with age, like fine wine. I enjoyed their version of Dylan;s "Like a Rolling Stone". The cartoon to accompany Honky Tonk Woman was great. There is no other song in world like Jumping Jack Flash and no matter how many times I;ve heard it and seen Keith play it live I still get a thrill when I hear it. All around great show.

I am not a fan of FedEx Field as a concert venue, I;d much rather have seen them in MCI, but You Can;t Always Get What You Want, as they say.

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Richmond, Va: I have read the reviews thus far and there is too much made of the parking fee . .the Stones had nothing to do with that, so why include it as part of the review . .oh the review . . .this was a classic set list. "Cant You Hear Me Knocking" was classic . .everyone got in a "Lick"; Bobby Keyes, Keith, Ronnie, and Mick with his harmonica . .Little Red Rooster is timeless with us Stones fans . .and "that Dylan" song, Like a Rolling Stone was magnificent!! The screens were crystal clear and Mick was the showman we have all come to love. THis was my 12th show and it was all about the music. No gimmicks, few costumes, just "Kick Yo Butt" Rock and roll as only the Stones can do!!! I certainly got my YaYa out last night!!

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Bethesda, MD: Got there early and avoided the Beltway, so there was just usual traffic; parking was easy but ridiculously expensive. I was surprised that the stadium had nothing but lousy fatty food, unlike MCI Center and Camden Yards, and I had lots of time to kill before the concert, unfortunately. The opening act (the Strokes) was awful (and loud enough that I put in my earplugs).

The Stones were excellent. However, it is a bit ridiculous for a bunch of 60-year-olds to be dressing up, strutting around, and generally acting like they were still 25. They are obviously content to have arrested their musical (and other) development during the golden age of the late '60s and early '70s.

Contrary to what one earlier poster said, I was glad they did the "Dylan song" -- "Like a Rolling Stone." Sympathy for the Devil was the best, with flames spouting, etc. The acoustics were terrible -- very muddy, lots of echoes, hard to make out lyrics or guitar solos, even from the 200 level.

We left during the encore, Satisfaction, in order to avoid the lines getting out (successfully).

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Baltimore, MD: THE PERFORMANCE OF DYLAN'S "LIKE A ROLLING STONE" WAS PRICELESS! The Stones were, as usual, outstanding. For forty years they have consistently put 100% of their blood, sweat and tears into every single performance. Mick takes chances with his voice, Keith and Ronnie dazzle with their guitars. This time Mick displayed his virtuoso feats on the harmonica repeatedly. The Stones don't have to do this. They would still sell tickets if they slothed through every performance or if they only played for 45 minutes. But anyone in that crowd last night knows in his or her heart that the Stones simply love to perform. They love the blues and rock and roll.

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Walkersville, Maryland: This was my first ever stones concert! It was just more than awsome! I really enjoyed seeing Mick & the Boys alive & well. My friends & I also enjoyed all the Quote"Eye Popping effects" Unquote. WHAT A Great event!
I agree with the price of parking.That should be included in the ticket price.I wish Mick & The Band A great World Tour.Hope he is reading this!THE STONES ROCK!

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Landover,MD: The Rolling Stones'concert was awesome. Fantastic.

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Ellicott City, Maryland: Basically, the concert was very good, lots of energy and a good cross-section of their catalogue. However, at this stage of their career, the Stones would do well to replace a few of their weaker "classic" rockers with songs from their rich repatoire of ballads and county- flavored songs like "Beast of Burden" or "Wild Horses". Let's face it. Sandwiched between "Brown Sugar" and "Start Me Up", "It's Only Rock and Roll" seems plodding. On the other hand, I support whole-heartedly the Stones decision to play two new songs, "Don't Stop" and "Sliding Away". While these two did not have the punch of classic Stones' song, they were an affirmation that the concert was indeed the performance of a WORKING BAND.

I agree with one of the previous respondents that Bob Dylan's "Like a Rolling Stone", while well performed, took precious time and energy from the Stones' own songs, especially since they had already performed a cover- LOVE TRAIN- earlier in the show.

However, I disagree with the respondent who did not like the Stones' performance of "Little Red Rooster", which was the Rolling Stones at their bluesy best.

High points were many but Keith Richards' lead vocals-usually weak-on this particular night were passionate and strong.

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Clinton, MD: The concert was great the bad boys even at their older state can still rock the stadium. The concert took many of us back in time we all sang, danced and yelled along with the rest. Thier stage pyrotechnics show was also very entertaining. Well worth the price payed for the tickets.

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Windsor,Va.: The Stones were FANTASTIC!! This was my first Stones concert and I hope not the last!! They put on an absolutely fabulous show!!! Mick has more energy and is such a great performer. Keith was awesome as always, I loved his solos. Ronnie sounded really good and so did Charlie. The fire from the top of the stage during Sympathy For the Devil was soo cool. Well worth the ticket price!!!

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Washington, DC: I love these idiots that are always talking about the Stones' age. (Funny that we never hear that nonsense regarding McCartney, the Who, Springsteen, etc.) Fact is, Mick and the boys are as energetic as spring chickens and they put on a super show last night. NO ONE does it better. I agree with those who said the sound was bad; nothing could be done about that because the acoustics at FedEx Field just suck. But the Stones themselves were fabulous. Already looking forward to the next tour.

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Charlottesbille, Va: I have been a die hard Jethro Tull fan since 1968. I had an opportunity last night to see The Stones...with seats given to us on the welth row! I love Jethro Tull....but realized last night The Stones are rock and roll! What an incredible show...the feeling in my stomach as Richards appeared out of nowhere to begin Brown Sugar to their last note of Satisfaction..what a thrill. I can't understand people who are miffed by men their age playing rock and roll...thats what makes rock and roll what it is..its an attitude..along with hard driven blues based music. The people who don't think the -stones have it nay more will seee soon enough that their favorite group won't last any longer than five years or so..What a show!

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Arlington, VA: Super concert. Absolutely brilliant. The Stones showed why the are still the world's Greatest Rock and Roll Band. No one else comes close.

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Alexandria, VA: The best. No better show. Third time I've seen them this tour. Amazing. Mick sounds great. Keith has eluded the reaper somehow -- and sounds great.

I've noticed a little criticism from some readers. To be fair, we had amazing tickets. Right next to the stage, so the show was unbelievable for us.

Gimme Shelter was undeniably the pinnacle of the evening. But the whole show was fantastic. I hope they've got another 40 years in front of them.

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McLean, VA: Between us, my wife and I have seen the Stones 5 times since 1969, the last time being the Bridges to Babylon tour in the mid-90's. They are just as good, if not better, now. Sure, they aren't the rock gods we used to think they were, but that says more about us than them. Mick, Keith, Ronnie and especially Charlie still play it like they mean it. The Strokes (whom I happen to like) seemed so puny in a stadium that the Stones absolutely rocked. Great setlist, too. I agree with other comments about the sound (not good until the second half of the show), the crowd and staff (very polite, but maybe you wold be, too, if half the audience looked like your Dad) and the traffic/parking (outrageously bad and expensive). This show proved to me once again, why the Stones are the greatest Rock n Roll band ever.

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Alexandria, VA: Having seen nearly every tour since the '72 Exhile on Main Street tour, I thought last night's show was as good as any. From our seats, the sound was perfect by the 3rd song (Start me Up). The song selection was great for a stadium show, with all the greates of, and just the right amount of the more obsure (Monkey Man) and interesting covers (Dixon, Dylan, and the OJays). Mick at times looked (and behaved) like the skinny 20 year-old on Ed Sullivan, not the 59 year-old he apparently is. Kieth can't me mistaken for 20, but it is amazing to see Keith alive, let alone seemingly healthy, and so appreciative of the aaudience reaction.
(And I swear that was a stealth bomber that flew over FedEx just as the Stones took the stage -- was that planned?).

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Alexandria, VA: Saw the show from the club section, excellent show, had a great time, great crowd tailgating. To everyone who wants to cut down the Stones simply for being old, all the young groups out now are just imitations of what came before, the Stones did it first, best and it's great to be able to still see them.

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Manassas, VA: The Stones may be getting old, but the fact they're still around is a statement in itself. They've outlasted bands of their era, plus pop chart poptarts of the last 40 years. Those not willing to accept that the band is slowing down, causing their antics seem cheesey in the new century, need to stay home. Stones concerts are about the experience, the music, the stage presence and the history of our own aging. For die-hard fans, every song evokes a memory. And last night's show added to the trunk of memories in my mind's attic. The majority of the tunes were the hits of old, and in conjunction with the most cutting edge video/pyro techniques, the two aspects made an awesome dichotomy.

Rock on Mick, Keith, Ron and Charlie!

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Vienna, VA: What's up with all the whining. They're the Rolling Stones!! So what if Mick can't sing, dance or act like a respectable 59 year old. He was never RESPECTABLE!

As for Keith, the other half of the Glimmer Twins, it's evident that the years of acid, speed and herion haven't slowed those gnarly finger yet.

These guys defined rock n'roll 40 years ago and they keep on pushing the envelope.

Sure the sound wasn't the greatest, but it didn't suck. I didn't see many people sitting around during the rocking rendition of "You can't alway get what you want". Nor was anyone heading for the exits when Ronnie Woods and Richards lit up the place with their incendiary guitar work on "Street Fighting Man" or "Jumping Jack Flash".

There isn't another band in the world who has the creativity to put on show with the fireworks, high definition video screens and the raunchy animated short of semi-nude lady of the evening riding the ubiquitous Andy Warhol tongue.

Forty Licks later the Rolling Stones continue to define the rules of Rock and Roll.

Dan Snyder as always continues to screw up a good thing. I've been able to get in and out of a super bowl faster than our group did last night. The traffic was worse than ever imagined it was horrible. You had the feeling that Dan'o gave the stadium staff and the pg county police the evening off to watch the show. It's what washington comes to expect with a Danny boy extravaganza, a giant cluster -%$#!

As for the Rolling Stones last evening at the EX, expectations were met and exceeded as always.

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Baltimore MD: The Stones were absolutely amazing, and anyone who doesnt think so is probably jealous thay they can't act as young and vibrant as the Stones do. I had an awesome time, but I was surrounded by old people who were planted in their seats the whole show. Other than that, the show was amazing.

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Howard County, MD: I never had any problems with sound quality, volume level, or anything that some of these other people have said, and it wasn't like I had great seats. For the people that say that the Rolling Stones have become a parody of themselves and that they should give it up and so on, I couldn't disagree more. What is the alternative? Why don't you stay home next time and spend your money to see N'Sync next time they come to town instead. There are plenty of people that still appreciate the chance to see the Stones, they are legends. I think the fact that they are still able to put on a show like this one was 40 years after they started solidifies their legendary status. Of course it will not be the same show it was 25 years ago, but the songs still all sound great and the chance to just hear these songs is reason enough for me to go.

The $25 parking was a little ridiculous.

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Washington: The Stones rocked last night. If they are still play at the age of 70 (for the 50 Licks tour), I will be there to see them.

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Arlington, VA: I enjoyed the Rolling Stones concert. I thought they put on a great show. I felt like a college co-ed again (perhaps that was because there were so many gray and balding heads).

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Columbia, Maryland: Aside from the OUTRAGEOUS $25 parking fee, this show was fantastic... I took my 11 year old guitar-player son to his first stadium show and he had an awesome time taking it all in... From our vantage point in section 102, the sound was great with the clearest vocals I've ever heard at a stadium show (although I know it must suck across the stadium and in the upper deck -- unavoidable)... "Sympathy for the Devil" and "Gimme Shelter" were the highlights for us... Mick has definitely found the fountain of youth... What energy! How many people have six-pack abs at age 60? Overall, the show was one of the best I've seen -- and I've seen everybody!

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Ardmore, PA: I saw the Stones indoors in Philadelphia just two weeks ago. They were so good that I came to DC to see them again. They did not disappoint.

Their driving energy, stage presence, and knowledge of their audience just made for a great concert experience. I was actually very surprised that they could be as strong outdoors as they had been inside, but they were.

Only drawback to the evening was the opening band, which was terrible.

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Washington, D.C: I've been going to Stones concerts since the 70s, and last night's was among the best ever! The fact that I got fourth row floor seats through Rollingstones.com may have had something to do with it--for once, I was actually able to see the Stones rather than images of them on the video screen. What made this concert great? Great selection of 40 years of the best Rock and Roll ever made. Musically, they have become so polished and professional--but without losing their bluesey edge. Most importantly, they looked like they were having fun througout the show, and the fans responded in kind. Unlike so many bands who seem to be just going through the motions as they take our money. Still the Greatest Rock and Roll Band in the World!

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McLean, VA: Between us, my wife and I have seen the Stones 5 times since 1969, the last time being the Bridges to Babylon tour in the mid-90's. They are just as good, if not better, now. Sure, they aren't the rock gods we used to think they were, but that says more about us than them. Mick, Keith, Ronnie and especially Charlie still play it like they mean it. The Strokes (whom I happen to like) seemed so puny in a stadium that the Stones absolutely rocked. Great setlist, too. I agree with other comments about the sound (not good until the second half of the show), the crowd and staff (very polite, but maybe you wold be, too, if half the audience looked like your Dad) and the traffic/parking (outrageously bad and expensive). This show proved to me why, once again, the Stones are the greatest Rock n Roll band ever.

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Fairfax, VA: I had not seen the Stones prior to last night, so I wasn't sure what to expect, what with Mick and the boys being 60 and all. However, they were phenomenal! Mick is a true entertainer. The only negative - $25 for FedEx field parking.

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Woodley Park, DC: It was only rock and roll, but I liked it! Mick, Keith and the boys still know how to rock and roll! The show was great.

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Hughesville,MD.: Saw the stones last night.They continue to be the best live show anywhere.They sounded great.

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Waldorf, Maryland: Hello! Yeah the show last night was the best. The rolling stones defines hard rock period. People that can't understand why the stones should give it up they don't understand the Stones. Keith and Ron played their best and Charlie never misses a beat. Whats the difference now with Micks age than when he was 25 nothing he still moves like crazy on stage hes all over the place and how old is what 59 or 60. The Stones are still the only band that matters. The only problem was the sound quality of the speakers the people that set that up could have done a better job.

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Gaithersburg, Maryland: For a bunch of old guys, they sounded very good last night. I would not have paid for the tickets though, because they were a little expensive for me. The only reason I went was I got them for free at work.

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Shrewsbury PA: The Rolling Stones put on a great show! Enjoyed everything except the Keith songs.
The traffic was terrible!!! I'm glad I'm a Ravens Fan, I couldn't deal with that traffic every Sunday - What a mess!!!!!

Erik

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Washington, DC: To all the people who think that the Rolling Stones don't have it any more, last night proved one thing, THEY CAN STILL BRING IT! This band was already a hit band when I was born, and they have broken through several generations with strong performances like last night.

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Frederick, MD: Did the stones even play.... I think I was there. I must have blacked out after all that money left my pocket while entering the parking lot. Honestly went to see the Strokes.... and of course that never happened. Pretty disappointed overall.

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Chesapeake Beach MD: Great Concert,sound and visuals
Very very different crowd.
Instead of passing "it" along to the next person,we exchanged email addresses with
some kid putting the song order in his palm-
pilot...times have changed!!!
THE STONES ROCK

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Falls Church VA: I was pleased that they threw in "Can't You Hear Me Knockin'" and "Love Train" in even though this was a stadium.(They've been reserving these songs for smaller venues so far.) Hoping for "Stray Cat Blues" in ATL. ("Loving Cup" would be too much to hope for.)

Sound-wise...Great form 4th row up until about the last maybe half hour of show when it was turned up too loud, making my left ear hearing at about half volume today. - Roland

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Crofton, Md: The Stones rocked. From It's Only Rock and Roll, Sympathy for the Devil and Gimme Shelter. They proved without question that they are the world's greatest rock and roll band. With 40 years of material they could have played for many more hours. I only hope at that age that I can prance like Mick. Go STones.

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Oak Hill, Virginia: I've been attending Stones concerts since 1972 and I must say that last night's show was one of the best. Their song list covered a wide range of 40 year career and I wouldn't have changed a thing about it. For the first time in my life, I had seats on the first level, close to the stage and the sound there was perfect. I understand that the sound at FedEx in general was bad with echoes and other problems, but that goes with the territory with huge stadium concerts - was there ever great sound in the distant seats at a huge stadium concert?
Although the Stones put on an energetic concert last night, I would not be surprised if this were their last world tour. But I'll continue seeing them as long as they are willing/able to do shows.

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Vienna, VA: I saw them 21 years ago and thought I was seeing them for the last time. That show was great, but this one was better. The special effects, mainly the jumbotron and the center stage, really you feel like you were in a much smaller venue. Two enthusiastic thumbs up!!

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Springfield, Virginia: My, my, my ... it's only rock 'n' roll, but there's still nobody else who does it better. The Stones, despite their age, are pros, and proved once again that they are "The Greatest Rock and Roll Band in the World." It was especially nice seeing Ron Wood, in recovery from alcohol, playing like he did in the 70's. (I think Keith had been overworked playing too much lead guitar on the past few tours.) Very nice, Ronnie! Also, I paused more than once to reflect on how the world seems to have come full circle from when the Stones were in their heyday. War, children, IS just a shout away and I didn't mind being nudged one bit with the protest anthem, "Like a Rolling Stone." These peerless veterans have gathered no moss. Their polished gems!

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Springfield, Virginia: ... Oops, I nearly forgot to rant about the $25 parking. Danny, it's over between us. I'll not give you another dime of my money, ever. That was highway robbery!

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Harrisonburg Virginia: We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The set list was great, but as "fanatics" we wanted more, we're no school boys, we know what we like. Our favorites include "Sympathy", "Gimme Shelter", "Little Red Rooster", "Like A Rolling Stone" and the "spiritual" "You Can't Always Get What You Want". It is a spiritual experience with the voices through out the stadium singing along. Found myself closing my eyes and listening in depth, which seems silly given the fact I wanted to see as well. The Fed Ex parking fee was an insult, enough said. The sound at Fed Ex could be better, suffered especially toward the end of the show. Also think the guys hit a few bad notes during "Jumping Jack" and "Satisfaction", but they are entitled, after all it is live rock and roll. The Stones define rock and roll, they are indeed "the greatest". To the band and crew, many thanks and see you next time.

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Upper Marlboro, Maryland: Who were the amateurs that set up the sound system?

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Washington, D.C.: What I saw of the Stones was great! They can still rock after all these years. However, the traffic was simply out of hand. We missed the Strokes and the first three songs of the Stones' set because we were sitting in a 2 mile back-up waiting to be dropped off. After paying $100 for a ticket, I expect a little bit more from those organizing the event. There has to be a better way to get people in and out of the show.

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Beltsville, Md: Ticket to the show: $106
Parking:$25
Seeing the greatest rock and roll band: Priceless.

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Maryland: Of all the concerts I've ever attended, this was, hands down, the most incredible show! Hats off to the Stones!

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Ellicott City, MD: Considering the cost of the tickets, couldn't the sound engineers fix Mick's Mike?

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Oakton, VA: After 40 years of Stones concerts, this was the first that I ever attended. Unfortunately, I regret it due to the venue, the cost, the acoustics at the upper level (section 430) seats. I've been to numerous concerts in my life and always left with a "that was great" feeling, but after taking 2 hours to get there, inching my way into the parking lot to pay my $25 fee, and ending up in seats three rows from the top of the stadium, I was not too happy. I'm sure the show was great for those who could actually hear and understand what was being said and sung, but for me it was not very satisfying. Perhaps the only good part was we left shortly before the end and were able to drive away unimpeded by traffic.I strongly suggest parking included tickets (passes), or a competent parking management process. Also, have the Ticketmaster people sit in the upper sections and hear the sound of a huge sound-system aimed at the floor seats, before they charge more than $100 a ticket for "seventh heaven" seats. I'm going to buy Forty Licks and enjoy some music I can hear.

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Manassas Park, Virginia: Only the Rolling Stones can pull off a show like last night. From the opening "Brown Sugar" to closing "Satisfaction" they were excellent. Sure they look like death warmed over but you don't have to look at them to enjoy the show they put on.

What could I have done without? Danny Snyder sticking his hand in my pocket for $25. You thief!

What I would have liked would have been to hear "19th Nervous Breakdown, Get Off of my Cloud, Mother's Little Helper and Paint it Black," just to name a few!

I know, It's only Rock n Roll, but I like it! "Play it loud!"

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Virginia Beach, Va.: Awesome, fantastic, outstanding!! Two hours of classic rock and roll delivered by the best. Mick and the boys had the stadium on their feet singing along with all the familiar hits. The show proved they could still provide a high-energy show that would be the envy of many half their age. From the opening song to their ending with “Satisfaction” they gave the crowd what they came for, a concert by the “Greatest Rock and Roll Band.”

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Arlington, VA: Great Show! Our seats were on the field near the midfield stage for $105, counting the service fee. There the sound was great. Let's lobby for an added date at MCI. For those who suffered through traffic and Danny's parking tax I suggest taking the metro and the shuttle bus. This is my fifth event at FedEx and metro/shuttle bus system has always worked well. Danny has, however, raised the shuttle bus service to $5.00, but still a deal compared to parking and traffic.

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Oak Hill, VA: Oct. 4, 2002, Stones put on an excellent show. Oct. 1989 - last time that I saw them - also an excellent show, at Shea Stadium, NY. Prices in 1989: $45 for a section 200 seat, $5 for parking. At Danny Fed-Ex field 2002: $105 per ticket (with all the additional charges), $25 for parking.

Let's start with the good news (my opinion, of course): the Stones are about my parents age, and while my folks are awesome, they can't do what the Stones do!! I hope that when I'm 58-63 years of age I can rock out and run around like them! I'm not sure why people say they didn't like the Dylan song or the Red Rooster - those are historic songs and I thought they sounded great! Can't play ALL hits for the whole concert. The middle stage at the 50 yard line was awesome, as it allowed people who were far away get a nice view. Good mix of music from their collection, terrific light show, fairly quick food/beer lines - good news story.

Negatives: ticket cost; PARKING COST WAS RIDICULOUS, DANNY SCHNEIDER BOY. If there was no traffic, maybe it would be okay, but the traffic was slow, horrendous, and NOT organized well! The sound system could have been better; I felt for people above the 200 section as I know it was muddy and bad up there. I finally got past security - they were tighter than usual - and got into the 100 section where the sound was better. The Strokes sound really suffered because of poor acoustics and sound setup - very cool that the Stones signed them up as starting band! Just to be totally honest, there were a few songs where they were playing a little slower than I think that they should have. But that's okay - can't be perfect at their age!

All in all well worth the historic view and sound - 40th anniversary tour. I'm 4 years away from 40, so it's amazing they are still around - esp. Keith. Last thing: I try not to think about how much money I spent on ticket, parking, food, beer, because that is really the only thing that takes away from a beautiful Friday evening concert in our nation's capital.

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Annandale, VA: Seeing the Stones again is like welcoming a life-long friend. As always, they were awesome. Mick Jagger is the consummate rock frontman. He sets the standard by which all others are judged. Adding to the show was the enthusiasm of the crowd, which was on its feet and screaming throughout the entire show. I just wish they were doing a show at MCI Center.

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Md.: Stones were great as expected. Contrary to a prior posting, Little Red Rooster was a highlight.If Federal Express thinks that its corporate image is being promoted by having its name on this hideously designed and insultingly managed stadium, their whole corporate managment structure should be questioned

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South Riding, Virginia: Thought that the Stones concert was a master. Really a great show and the huge viewing screens and stage show really put it over the top. Great to hear them break out some of the best of the last 4 decades. Sounded great, and the smaller stage out in the crowd was a nice touch. Truly great show and they've never sounded better....

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Washington, DC: Outstanding show! And no traffic or parking hassles for us. TAKE METRO PEOPLE! Only 1/2 hour including the bus trip from Landover to the stadium and less than $8 roundtrip from Eastern Market = no worries about traffic, parking fees or drinking and driving. Why more people don't do this for events at FedEx is beyond me. We got to the show in plenty of time to enjoy the great opening band and the incredible Stones. Def. in the top five of my concert list.

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New York washington: The Stones are od and now irrelvant. Mick sends his kids to estalbishments schools and apes the conservative classes.The "Stones" should be renamed the "Burial Pebbles". They are only good for the graveyard.

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Parkton, MD: It was my first Stones show after 30 years as a fan and I thought it was outstanding. It was true entertainment, as much theater as rock'n'roll. Mick prances, Keith hits crashing chords, Ronnie plays clean leads, Charlie simply sits back and ties the whole thing up. Gimme Shelter and Can You Hear me Knockin' were unexpected pleasures.

Having seen the Who recently, I'd say they may be the best rock-n-roll musicians in the world, but no one creates a concert aura like the Stones.

I agree w/the comments that the sound was poor and FedEx field is a mediocre venue- best to arrive by public transportation

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McLean, VA: I've been a fan since 1965. The Stones are still the greatest rock 'n roll band ever! Thanks to my daughter's birthday present, I finally got to see them. "Gimme Shelter" and "Sympathy for the Devil" were major highlights. No disappointments.

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Woodbridge, Va: Totally awesome show. Stage presence and all the energy amazed me. Finale light show was too wonderful to describe. As for trip over;left Woodbridge at 5:30 and even with WWB delays and long wait due to outrageous parking fee we were inside at 7PM. Took exit 15 and there was no line until we neared the field. Last time I saw the Stones was first concert here in '60s so this was a real trip back in time for this baby boomer. Husband had never seen them and was in awe! Loved the Dylan song insert as he was the poet of the 60s. Sorry to say that the Strokes were very disappointing and heard many of all age groups wondering who they were and why they were chosen. Crissy Hines should have continued her 'tour' here. Sound was great except for the Strokes but could have cared less. All in all the evening was magical and the Stones still have it all!

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Mount Airy, Maryland: I will NEVER EVER attend another concert at FedEx field. After paying $25 bucks to park at a Redskins game, I figured that that was just ol' Danny Boy. Never did I figure that concert tickets wouldn't include the price to park. No wonder traffic was horrendous. NEVER again at FedEx.

But the music was incredible. The Stones are immortal and the Strokes sure show promise.

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DC: The old boys are still able to kick it. Blessed with the best stage theatrics money can buy it was a typical big tour spectacle.

I thought the sound was ok and they looked great.

Someone please tell Dan that $25 for parking is beyond disgusting, it's outright extortion. A very big turn off and the main reason I'll never see another show at Fedex.

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Silver Spring Md.: We were in the 4th top section and the sound system was very murky and seemed to waffle from left to right. The 25 buck parking was a total rip. The concert itself was filled with a lot of energy. I got my tickets free, so I can't really complain. Glad I went, would go again ( for free ).

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Chevy Chase, Md.: I'm a die hard Stones fan and have been to every Stones tour here since Steel Wheels in '89. This time we were right up front and it was exiting to see that the boys can still pull it off. They were relaxed and obviously having a good time - high points being Ron Wood's solo on "Can you hear me knocking?" and Keith on "Sympathy for the Devil". The audience sang along joyfully on on "You Can't Always Get What you Want."

As other e-mails have indicated, the traffic was awful and, in my mind, bordered on criminal because the organizers of the concert are responsible. Its horrendous to make people pay over $300 for some seats and the have the parking so disorganized. It took us hours to make it from the beltway to parking, and we missed the first five songs, and the radio said that the traffic was backed up for miles behind us. A lot of people were in very surly moods by the time they got to their seats. The top ticket price (much more if you went through a broker) works out to $150 per hour to see the Stones, what some lawyers charge, and it was understandibly galling to be motionless in traffic as the minutes ticked by.

But people have been doing just about anything to see the Stones for over 40 years and, in the end it was still worth it. They performed powerfully, a nice mix of old standards (Satisfaction, Jumping Jack Flash, etc.) and a few unusual songs, including "Love Train". And Mick is living proof that, even at the age of 60, you can be in top physical shape and dripping with sex - an inspiration to us all.

I did have a sense, however, that there is a limit to how many times you can drag out the old songs - hopefully for the next tour, they will take a stab at more new material.

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Arlington, Va: The Stones are too old. Mick's strutting and pouting is no longer sexy/cool, just creepy. They can still play, but they've got a face only radio can love.

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Arlington, Virginia: I saw THE WHO last weekend in Toronto which was great but the Stones still rule the show. Dan Synder is a joke for charging $25 bucks for parking. I will NEVER GO SEE A CONCERT THERE AGAIN.

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Cary, NC: Drove up to DC to see the World's Greatest Rock and Roll Band, as it's the closest venue they're playing. Well worth the trip.
Highlights were the emotional sing-alongs on "Can't Always Get What You Want" and "Like a Rolling Stone", and jam at the end of "Can't You Hear Me Knocking." Mick is still in incredible shape, and Ronnie is playing sharper than ever.... on the downside, the sound from the main stage was distorted by the high winds - expected better clarity for $90 in the lower level. Also, it was not a full house, so I think they should reconsider their pricing strategy so more folks can join in the fun.

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Vienna, VA: The Strokes didn't steal the show, they were the show.

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Falls Church, Va.: This is my fourth show, and the best one since the first time I saw them at Foxboro, Mass. when I was in high school. I bought a single $55 ticket at the gate and saved nearly $20 in service fees. My seat was up high in section 442, but right in front of the stage. I also got there early and avoided any parking problems, though the $25 charge was a bit steep.

Most of the songs were predictable: "Brown Sugar," "It's Only R&R," "Start Me Up," "Honky Tonk Women," etc., but that's OK with me. I was happy to hear "Monkey Man," "Little Red Rooster," "Tumblin' Dice," and especially "Can't You Hear Me Knocking." My hopes for an all-"Exile on Main Street" and "Sticky Fingers" show will probably never materialize.

The Strokes were a good opening act, but am I alone in thinking that all their songs sound the same?

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Washington, DC: It was very windy Friday night, so it presented an extreme challenge to the sound engineers. But presumably the Rolling Stones hire the best concert sound engineers in the business, and frankly, they were not up to the task. I noted from reading all the previous comments that concertgoers in higher level seats such as mine, which was in Section 222, complained about the muffled, muddled inconsistent sound, while those in the field level sections were ecstatic. There were long stretches during the show when you could not even hear Ron Wood or Keith Richards -- nothing! For the extravagant ticket prices and the phenomenal investment the Stones have made in this production, you'd think they'd have sound engineers who would set up monitoring stations at upper levels or in the back of the stadium instead of only on the field. When more than half the paying patrons are above the field, someone who collects $90 or $50 a seat (plus plus plus) should be posted out there to look out for their interests. Fair is fair.

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Alexandria, VA: The Stones were great. You can only complain about what they didn't play. It would have been nice if we could have heard The Strokes. To all of you who drove-Next time take Metro to the stadium. With the $5.00 round trip shuttle bus fee, the total to get there -on time] was only about $10.00 from VA. Lets hope that the Stones come back next year to MCI or a smaller venue.

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Washington DC: Why on God's earth did I get charged $25.00 to park my car at the Stones concert.

I really enjoyed the concert. I got the feeling that Keith and Mick really were enjoying themselves. It was a special moment for me in Rock history. I am 37 yrs. old and I was dancing with a 24 year old to my right and a 65 year old to my left. There are not very many moments in life when you feel a real conection with such a wide range in age brackets.

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Norfolk, VA: This is the only Stone's concert I've ever seen and I must say, the concert itself was incredible! We had no problems with the sound where we were sitting (Section 242 Row 3) and the lighting and effects were also awesome! These guys still know how to rock after 40 years and I only wish I'd gone to see them years ago, when they were more in their prime. The set list was also great, covering all their best stuff (Gimme Shelter, Can you hear me knocking?, Street Fighting Man, Brown Sugar, etc....). I have to agree, that getting in and out of FedEx field sucked, the "will-call" lines were outrageous and $25 to park? Give me a break...I doubt I'll ever go to another concert at this venue again.

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Richmond Virginia: It was the greatest concert I have ever been to - just terrific! The Rolling Stones!

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Crofton Maryland: The concert was amazing, we were on the field and the band came out to the 50 yard line and did a 30 min set or so and we were just feet away from the legands. This was the most amazing show i have ever seen!!!!!!

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Chapel Hill, NC: I skipped class and drove all the way from UNC with a friend to attend my first Rolling Stones Concert, and it was worth it to say the least. Although the Chapel Hill area has a thriving music scene, none of the bands I have seen have the showmanship and vitality that the Rolling Stones showed that Friday night. The pure thrill of getting to sing "Like A Rolling Stone" with the Rolling Stones was worth the 4 dollar Cokes and $90 seats four rows from the top of Mount FedEx. It was a thoroughly impressive show and I can't wait to see them again. Rock On

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Woodbridge, VA: This was my first Rolling Stones concert to attend and they weren't too bad themselves. The show was impressive and all but my boyfriend and I got there late due to one simple reason: the $25 parking fees collection. With that much money to cough up just to merely park a car, you'd think that the parking lot management could do a lot better than that. Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed seeing Mick Jagger in live person for first time but never again will I spend another penny at FedEx Field, even if Redskins team plays there. Heck, MCI looks better now with their accesible means. BTW, we are hearing-impaired and we got to sit in a special zone with a signer but people had to stand up and block the signer. So much for paying $200. Mick Jagger may rock for another 60 years but never again will I go to FedEx Field. It was hell getting there in first place.

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Bethesda, MD: Stones: amazing.
FedEx Field and its employees: overrated, overpriced, and rude.
The Strokes: don't bother.

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Manassas, VA: The show was great!!!! This area needs another one at a better location (like MCI) before this tour is over!

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Upper Malboro, Md: I am not even a Rolling Stones fan but they got my respect. That concert was great.

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Oakton, VA: I came, I saw the Strokes, they conquered.

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Alexandria, VA: I've got news for those people who think they're old - Mick's dad is still alive and in his 90's - he was a former phys. ed. teacher. I don't know what Keith does to stay alive, but I know he's not worried about anything but playing music. And that makes you forget how old you are. Stress is what kills people, not rock and roll. The people that die in these rock bands have problems other than being rock stars. Most of them can't handle the fame. I had a blast, it gave me a chance to act like a rooster. A little red rooster. There's only one place you can act like that - AT A ROLLING STONES CONCERT BAYBEE!
Get the sound mix together, Danny, ya boy billioaire!!!! And quit rippin people off!!!
Good luck with that...

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Howard County, MD: Didn't know what to expect after 30 years (last time we saw them was RFK on July 4 '72) but shortly into the set I realized they've still got it. The musicianship was superb -- Can't You Hear Me Knocking was the best version I've heard, and Gimme Shelter could have been twice as long and I would still have been mesmerized, both musically and visually. Great session players, glad Keith got to sing 2 songs, and even enjoyed Mick on harmonica. These guys were having fun and still playing with passion. The entire stage show was incredible -- from the HDTV quality video panels to the set on the small center stage, where the lighting and clothes added to the mid 60's Shea stadium effect. This may be their last tour (although someone told me that back in '81) but I hope not.

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Rockville MD: My fourth Stones experience, and it was awesome again! For the first time since Steel Wheels I had front block tickets again, and it was great. It was their best stadium effort since Steel Wheels and the boys still have what it takes! Two hours of great music and unparalleled showmanship.
The best: "Sympathy for the Devil" with those huge burners on top of the stage.
I hope this wasn't their last tour!

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Somewhere, MD: The Rolling Stones concert was GREAT, FANTASTIC, EXCELLENT and TERRIFIC. Notice I did not mention FEDEX Field. I will get to that disgrace shortly. I am in my early 50’s and grew up with the Stones music. This was the first time seeing them and I do not regret it. There were EXCELLENT. They brought back a lot of good memories.

Now to FEDEX Field operations. It SUCKS. To begin with FEDEX Field had to nerve to charge each vehicle $25 for parking. That was disgusting. I paid over $100 for my ticket and FEDEX Field had the gall to charge $25 for parking. What a rip off!

Next, you could not bring any small bags into the stadium. It was forbidden. I even offered to have security search the bag and they refused. What is the purpose of security?

Third, when the warm up band came out to perform there was no announcement as to who they were.

Fourth, the ticket said no picture taking. I saw pictures being taken with a flash. Where was the security to prevent picture taking?

Finally, the only beverage that was being sold in the seats was beer. There was no soda or water being sold at the seats. FEDEX Field was pushing the beer and was practically forcing the beer on the crowd. I am sad to say it worked. This was disgusting. I had to go the concourse to get a soda. After the concert, Princes Georges County police should have been stopping drivers for driving under the influence. The county would have made a lot of revenue with the DIU arrests. As long as I live in Maryland I will never, ever go to the FEDEX Field again. It was a total rip off. They should know how to screw the people. I hope Dan Snyder and FEDEX enjoys the money because they will not get any more money from me.

Once again, the Rolling Stones were TERRIFIC.

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Washington, DC: I got satisfaction. Those guys still rock, and the audience was great. Nice work Mick!

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Bethesda, MD: I've seen the Stones 3 times, and they are great R&R entertainers (except what were they thinking with "Love Train"?); however, performing at FedEx was a huge mistake. I won't go there again (even if the Beatles got George and John to reincarnate themselves). Acoustics suck, and that's a disservice to fans who shell out a lot of money even for the cheapest tickets. And unless you pay about $400 or more for a ticket, there's just no connection to the band which is the point of putting up with hassles of getting to a Stones concert in the first place. I didn't come to watch a video on a giant screen. It was the first time I left a show early because I was bored despite the pyrotechnics.

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BELCAMP, MD: Seen em 10 times since Tatoo You. Seen em
twice this tour. Awesome every time. I agree
with most on the $25 parking. Snyder, still
trying to buy a team. Maybe he should get
Mick to play for his sorry Redskins. Sat in
200 level, the sound was muffled on first song but a noticable adjustment was made
and it was clear from then on. To set the
record straight they only did 3 songs on middle stage three years ago. And they have
never done more than one encore song any time I saw them. Can't ya hear me knockin was
the ultimate.. GREAT SHOW BOYS..

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Alexandria, VA: I thought the concert was good, but not worth the money I spent on the ticket. I missed the one song I really wanted to hear because I was stuck in traffic trying to get to Fed Ex Field. It took me 2.5 hours to get there. I left downtown at 7:30 knowing that the Stones probably wouldn't start until 9:30. I missed the first couple of songs becuase I had to wait my turn to pay $25 to park!! I had some issues with that in itself. Anyway, the stage was incredible. I really liked the smalled second stage they used. I could have done without Mick Jagger taking his shirt off at the end. They sounded good, but they didn't play very long, and only had one song in the encore. Overall, I would get them a B-.

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Burke, Virginia: The Stones were great as usual. They are the template for all rock and roll bands. I don't think the wind and humidity helped the acoustics any inside the Danny's place but you get what you get.
And having to pay $25!!!!!!!! to park in that lot after waiting an hour and a half to get in was one of the most humiliating experiences of my life. It was literally "highway robbery." What could you do, turn around? Shameful. Absolutely shameful.

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Centreville, VA: Waste of cash. Sitting in the Club level at the 50 yard line, I had my head crooked and couldn't hear anything. Best part was Sympathy for the Devil - the flames were below me and I could toast marshmallows. Acoustics sucked, Couldn't see anything - even with binoculars. Had more fun in the parking lot playing foosball.

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Fairfax, VA: The Stones proved once again why they are the greatest rock and roll band EVER. Jagger is still as charismatic as ever, and the band sounded surprisingly tight for this early in the tour. In particular, I thought the versions of You Can't Always Get What You Want, Sympathy for the Devil and Honky TonK Woman stood out. As Keith said in regard to those losers who are always talking about their age, "the age talk stops once they see the shows." Right on Keith, you guys proved it once again. Keep it rolling.

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Towson, MD: The Stones were GREAT!!! Ok so the sound was not the best. After singing with the Stones when listening to albums/cds, it was totally AWESOME singing with the Stones. Only wish I could go again.

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Herndon, Virginia: I saw the Rolling Stones at Fedex Field on Friday evening. I've heard from many people that the Stones were great and never sounded better, however the concert was horrible for those of us with "cheap" seats. I paid $106.00 for a ticket and $25 to park and couldn't even hear the band. I will never again visit Fedex Field for a concert. What a waste of money.

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DC: The Stones were great, we expected that. The Strokes were overwhelmed, that's not suprising. But to sit through a complete mess of traffic, miss the start of the show and be charged $25 for the pleasure is an insult. I would encourage everyone to call Fedex, write a letter to the editor, post on a chat, phone a radio show, whatever. They should know that this was outrageous and nothing associated with Fedex field will ever get a red nickel from me again.

Sorry for the rant about parking when we are discussing the Stones but they were near perfect, too bad Snyder had to ruin it.

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Radford, Va: This was one of the best Stones shows that I've seen. As for Keith, I loved his songs. He sings with much passion. Mick is still so damn sexy and his singing is better then ever! For the people that have been complaining about this and that, do yourself a favor and stay home next time. You're probably the same idiots that I seen sitting down though-out the show. There is no better Band then The Stones and they prove it night after night. STONES FOREVER!!!!!!

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Hershey, PA: While the stadium related traffic issues marred our arrival, causing us to miss the first song, the feeling on the field was magical. We found this to be an exceptional concert, with outstanding music and showmanship. Sure, the seats were expensive, but excellent wine is never cheap. For over two hours I felt as if time had stood still. The boys still got it! They managed to do many of their great hits while introducing a more contemporary funked up sound where possible. The most amazing thing about the show is that my 13 and 16 year old daughters are already conspiring to steal our CD's of the bad boys. A tour of historical magnitude!

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Falls Church, VA: Stones concert was outstanding; they were on their "A" game and gave a fantastic concert.

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Fairfax, VA: Stones: Awesome
Parking: Terrible...Fedex field should be boycotted by future groups and fans.

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Somewhere, USA: The show was a blast but never again will I go to FedEx Field for any concert or even football games. It took me 2 hours from the hwy to the parking lot only 2 miles away. Beside, FedEx Field charged each vehicle $25, and to think the money could be spent better with faster service for parking lots.

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Bowie, Maryland: The Rolling Stones performed an excellent show last night at FedEx Field. The setlist was stacked with hit singles - mostly from '68-'74. The audience was on their feet throughout the show -from the opening notes of 'Brown Sugar' to the encore 'Satisfaction'. I have seen the Stones many times here in DC; tonight is the first time I've seen an audience participate so strongly to their performance. The audience singing along with the band was almost as loud as the Stones themselves. Highlights of the evening were: 'You Can't Always Get What You Want'(the audience really go into this song, their energy feeding the Stones on stage; great fun for everybody), "Can't You Hear Me Knockin'(Amazing song; great solos from Bobby Keys-Sax, Mick Jagger-Harmonica and Ron Wood-Lead Guitar), 'Little Red Rooster'(Mick Jagger sang with a lot of passion-he really go into this song), 'Sympathy For the Devil'-(very tight, audience singing along + incrediable lighting and special effects), and the power finish of 'Street Fighting Man', 'Jumping Jack Flash' & 'Satisfaction'.

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Fairfax, Va: The show was great, but, i dont agree with the extra $5 metro fee that fedex charges you to get off the metro. They are so greedy that they penalize you for not driving! Lame!

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Huntingtown, Md: Have not seen the Stones since 75 and if I have closed my eyes I could be at the same show.
The Stones played way too conserative, relying on the era or epoch when they produced their best.
I would have liked to seen older and newer or more obscure material. As most of the hard core attendees would have been familar with their large amount of material they could have done better. My 19 year old Daughter, Kira wanted to here Paint It Black, and my foresver young Wife, Leigh wanted to hear Stray Cat Blues. My 16 year old son, Keith got to see his name sake on stage.

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Arlington, Virginia: Rolling Stones concert review for performance at FedEx Field on Friday, Oct. 4.

This was my third Stones concert, and they've never disappointed me. I was yelling the lyrics as if I'd grown up with the Stones (I'm 36). My only gripe was not about the concert, but rather access to the venue. I left my office in Herndon, Va., at 4:30 and did not get there until 7:15. Other coworkers who joined me in our company suite left closer to 5:30, and didn't get there until 9:30. This stadium is notorious for clogging highways. So why do we have concerts there when it takes a half-day for a local to get there? How much gas was wasted by thousands of cars sitting idle on the Beltway? The concert was worth the aggravation, but it would have been less stressful had it been held elsewhere.

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Arlington, Va: I think the Stones should be ashamed of themselves. I mean the cost of the tickets, with all that is happening in the world. Where is the love of the music? I mean, you really can't take it with you. I wish they could remember that. Instead of ripping off fans. I boycotted the show, and instead will pay my hard earned money to a band playing at the 930 club, the Black Cat or the Velvet Lounge.

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Washington, DC: Dear Bowie MD:

I think you might have been sitting near me... my singing accoustics were better than the sound system. The sound engineers didn't take into consideration during empty stadium sound checks that the stadium would be filled with people and you need a lot more juice. Juice costs bucks ya know. what a rip, huh?

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Arlington, VA: Yawn! Their best work more than two decades behind them, a Stones show has no more edge then a Beach Boys stop on the state fair circuit. Nothing more than a oldies tour de farce.

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Silver Spring, MD: Totally dug the Stones latest visit to the DC area. Astonishing how these guys have the same amount of energy as 20+ years ago, and I guarantee that Frank Sinatra never flashed his bare torso to an appreciative squealing crowd when HE was 59. Best number was undoubtedly "Can't You Hear Me Knockin", with superb solos in the samba section from Bobbie Keys on sax, Mick on harp, and Ronnie artfully re-creating and embellishing those classic Mick Taylor guitar leads. Other highlights were an emotional "You Can't Always Get What You Want", the hilarious and swingin' version of the O'Jay's "Love Train", and the 2nd stage versions of "Little Red Rooster" and "Like a Rolling Stone". Enjoyable crowd, too, at least in my section (104, directly to the left of the stage) -- we all danced and sang our fool heads off!

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Accokeek, maryland: It's was awesome! I thought the Rolling Stones did I great job in keeping the audience enthused. There were two stages which gave all of the audience a chance to see the Rolling Stones. Besides, I think the fans in leather, leopard prints and all the well intoxiated individals, were a show in themselves. It was real reality check into the generations the rolling stones has affected. I was more suprised that Mic could move the way he was. If you have the chance take it, and see the Rolling Stones.

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Washington DC : Stones were GREAT! The Strokes sucked all of the songs sounded like warmed over old Kinks songs. The singer for them should learn how to work a show,and not stand still and lean like and old Jim Morrison.The Grandfathers of Rock 60 yr old men gave you a lesson in performing...

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Arlington Va.: Apparently I attended a different show than the majority of the respondents.

The sound was abysmal. It was bouncing of the back of the stadium and muddying the sound at the front of the stage.

The boys can still play. This is my 14th show since 1969. But the bad sound, ridiculous prices for everything from parking to genuinely disgusting food, leads me to the conclusion that this will be my last show at a large venue.

My criticism seems to center on everything but the band, but ultimately the circumstances of the show are up to them.

I saw them the last time they played FedEx field and the sound was great. To repeat this time around the quality of the sound was inexcusable.

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Deep Throat: The Post should get Bob Woodward to follow the money and find out where that $25 parking fee went.

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Fairfax VA: Always thrilled to see the Stones, excitng production, excellent performance, Keith's a gas. However,PLEASE no more FedEx Field. I for one would be happier to spring a few bucks more for a smaller venue. Me thinks nothing larger than MCI Center.

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Arlington, VA: The Stones may be in their sixties, but they still rock like they're 25. This concert was unbelievable, especially the energy and enthusiasm of the band, they are true showmen in every sense of the word. And the music was on key, well done, and each song had it's own original flare that made you appreciate being seeing them all performed live in their own unique way.

The show was awesome as well, they had an extra stage on the field in the middle of the fans, great lighting and screens, and even rose petals floating in the air during a phenomenal version of "You Can't Always Get What You Want." They opened with "Brown Sugar" and played most of the classics, like "Jumpin' Jack Flash", "Honkey Tonk Women", "Tumblin' Dice", and an encore "Satisfaction". The highlights for me where a powerful "Gimme Shelter", "Sympathy for the Devil", which included some fireworks, and two of my personal favorites "Monkey Man" and "Can't You Hear Me Knockin", in which Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood really nailed the riffs. Overall a phenomenal concert.

My only gripe was that FedEx Field wasn't very conducive to acoustics, and you basically couldn't see the screens or the band if you were in the upper levels. For 90 bucks a ticket, you would think that you could get better seats. Luckily for us, the show didn't sell out, so we ditched our rip-off nosebleeds and moved down to the lower level, where security was cool enough not to intervene with opportunists like us, who were simply trying to get their money's worth. If we hadn't moved down though, it wouldn't have been nearly the same experience, so I feel sorry for the people that stayed on the upper levels, they must feel really cheated. If and when they tour again, they should consider playing Nissan Pavillion or RFK, because FedEx really isn't cut out for concerts.

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Washington, DC: Why did Jagger lip sync...? What a travesty.

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Washington, DC: I am not one to throw the term "best" around freely, but this was the BEST concert I have ever been to. It was my first Stones concert and God willing, not my last, but who knows if they'll make the tour trek again?

I will agree with the fan from Clifton, VA... its absolutely appauling, the traffic situation out there, you think the police could spare just one warm body to direct traffic turning onto the stadium road??!! And then to pay $25 to park.... ridiculous. Although it was highway robbery, I would pay it again to see the Stones, just one more time.

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Baltimore MD: the Roling Stones concert was the best produced, mose entertaining concert I hae ever seen. Their energy level and the songs were great. I won't go to any concert for awhile because it will pale in comparison.

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Arlington, VA: The concert was great, however the sound could have been a bit better in the upper deck where we were sitting. I won my tickets so I can't complain too much. We parked at the US Air Arena where it was free and made the 10 minute walk to the stadium. No $25 fee for us.

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Alexandria, VA: The Stones' music transcends age and bridges generation gaps. Though I'm only 23, the Stones are hands-down my favorite band and on Friday night, they proved why. The Stones' showmanship is outstanding. People ask why they continue to tour--the reason is simple. They LOVE to perform, and they're damn good at it. Despite being older than most touring acts today, they're still the best. Jagger is the quintessential rock performer, he put on an amazing show. The music was, of course, outstanding. It was even worth waiting for an HOUR to get into the parking lot, and then shelling out $25 for parking. Was it worth it? To see the best rock band in the world at the top of their game, yeah, I'd do it all over again!!

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Fairfax, Virginia: This was my very first Rolling Stones concert in my 48 years. Very much enjoyed the oldies as well as a couple of the new. Great light show and excellent big screen scenes. Definitely something I'll remember for quite a long time.

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Chevy Chase, MD: Yes, the Beltway and parking sucked, but when they went into "Can't You Hear Me Knockin'", forgot all about it! My eighth Stones show since 1981. Still the best band in the business.

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Reston VA: For 2 hours and 10 minutes on Friday, I was 20 again (and it felt great again). I thought they performed well, with a good selection of songs from their core years of '68 to '72, especially Monkey Man and Can't You Hear Me Knocking. My only complaint musicwise was that they did no Chuck Berry covers - Lil Queenie, Carol - that to me was unpardonable. Instead, we got a cover of Soul Train - an ode to Don Cornelius? I never sat on my $90 seat during their set (unlike the chap in front of me who sat through the whole show while his wife rocked her butt off). The sound was boomy, typical for stadiums, but no worse than at RFK where I saw the Stones in '72 (at least this time, I wasn't dodging firecrackers tossed from the upper deck). Anyway, it was a good show. Hey, lighten up on the Strokes - at least they play songs with a tune, unlike metal-rap. And, take Metro next time - I left the Vienna station at 5:30, and I was at the stadium at 6:45, for $8.25 round-trip (and I didn't have to leave early to beat the crowd).

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Germantown, Maryland: Might have been the worst show I've ever seen. The sound system or sound engineer was more than jus a little off. The Stones need to rethink having there show in such large stadiums…

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Richmond Virginia: The Stones ROCKED the Redskins Stadium. It was a thrill to be among like-minded 40 something folks dancing to the Stones tunes!! The fireworks and all the extras made it even more exciting! The Stones may be getting older, but you'd never know from the Friday night concert!!

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Rolling Stones concert review: Fantastic concert! Those old boys sure can rock and roll! But, the crowd was a bit too sedate, pot-bellied, and frumpish. Could have done without the over monitoring of the guards and police (no dancing in the aisles or moving about was allowed). The sense of abandon and anit-establisment sentiment was missing among the crowd - those good old concert-going days in the 70s really WERE good! And, the concert seemed just a touch formulaic, with only one well-orchestrated encore. Maybe the Stones would do better sticking to smaller venues, where spontaniety and some resemblance of those good-old-concert-going days can be revived. Friday night, though, was definitely worth it. The Stones are a rock and roll legend - they just don't make them like that anymore.

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Washington, DC - FED EX Field: I thoroughly enjoyed the concert - the energy was electric, special effects were fantastic! You would never know their age by the enthusiasm and the songs were great! I couldn't stop dancing the whole time. What a great show, Mick is just unbelievable and I wouldn't have missed it for anything!

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Alexandria, VA: The Rolling Stones are the best! The concert was great like all the previous Stones' concerts. I travel all over to see them and they never disappoint. There were many highlights including Monkey Man and Can't You Hear Me Knockin'. I loved Street Fightin' Man, Honkey Tonk Woman, and, the best r/r song ever - (I Can't Get No)Satisfaction. I love the Rolling Stones!

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Reston, VA: I've seen some great bands in the last two years, Eric Clapton, Aerosmith, Elton John/Billy Joel, James Taylor -- we pay premium dollar for seats and these concerts have been incredible. The Stones were right up there -- we marveled all night on they're incredible energy, their staging was awesome, the special affects were truely Stones -- and the theater/stage in the round, a very nice touch. Awesome evening.

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Frederick, MD: Let's see, I got my tickets off eBay for $60 for the pair (face value of $210 for the pair), sat in the third row of Section 133, which is directly across from the stage. We parked in the USAir Arena and walked the 1/2 mile (what a beautiful night for a walk) and saved $25. The show was AWESOME. The sound was AWESOME. Now I can die happy.

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Arlington, VA: AWESOME AND MAGNFICENT. Truly a magnficent show as far as the Stones were concerned. Too bad I missed all but the tail end of it.

I spent OVER THREE HOURS ON THE BELTWAY IN BUMPER TO BUMPER TRAFFIC. IT TOOK OVER AN HOUR TO GET FROM BELTWAY EXIT 15B into the parking lot. I wasn't the last to arrive, and there were lots more behind me.

So whom do I sue? Curse Daniel Snyder. May his team never, ever win.

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Washington, D.C.: I was a member of the stage crew which put in the show. (You get tossed out during the performance, believe it or not. My experience of it was watching the motorcade escape at the end as you all were distracted by fireworks.) I'm only writing to agree that it is appalling to have to pay another $25 to park, on top of the astronomical ticket prices. People have to understand that the world today really is arranged to extract as much money out of you as possible. Everything is a profit center. Every individual need you might have will be someone else's opportunity to bleed you of some money. So start learning to eliminate those needs. The market charges only what the market will bear, so stop bearing what's unbearable.

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Derwood, MD: The parking booths should accept EZPass to speed things along. The delay made me miss the Strokes!

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Fairfax, VA: I had mixed feelings about going to the concert as I had gone to Cleveland in 1979 and was very disappointed by the quality of the sound system, the presentation and choice of material. However, I was so glad I went on Friday. The Stones put on a tremendous performance. Despite their ages, those boys have not forgotten how to rock and roll...

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Washington, DC: Sound was terribe for this type of venue...echo was extrememly bad. A football stadium is not the place for music of this nature. That is too bad because everyone I have talked to about this concert on 10/4 seems to have the same message, "the sound was terrible".

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Williamsburg, Virginia: The Rolling Stones concert on Friday night can be summed up is one simple word...SWEET....Mick doing only as Mick can...I loved it.

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Bethesda, Md: $25.00 for Parking? Outrageous. Two hours to get there from Silver Spring. One hour to exit Stadium. How sad it was to pay so much for a concert where you need binoculars to see them and you got reemed before you even walked in. There were no posted signs of the parking price until it was too late. Then, you had to watch less than savvy employees collecting money at the parking who were so nonchalent about collecting the money in any timely fashion. I will not attend another concert at Fed ex field

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Gaithersburg, MD: Crappy sound! Worst $300 ever spent. Next time, I'll just buy a couple of Halloween gords and stand them on top of my speakers while playing the RS CDs. The sound will be better and the gords looks just like Keith and Mick!

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Arlington, VA: The Stones were great; they are the best live rock and roll show going. But FedEx sucked, the sound was bad, the employees rude, the parking horrendous. Only the Stones could have made going through all that worthwhile, but please MCI next time boys, okay?

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Annapolis, Maryland: What an event! The Stones were as good tonight at they have ever been. After years of abuse, those guys still can put on a great show. Next time I hope they choose a better venue. Fed-Ex field is hard to get in and out off, outrageously expensive to park at, and lacks the acoustics of a real venue.

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Oakton, VA: We were in section 431 and the acoustics were terrible. We assumed that the whole stadium sound system was a problem because we talked to others from other sections after the concert. But after reading the reviews and speaking to more concert goers I see this is not so. I will never go to Fed Ex Field for another concert. I saw the Stones at RFK and the sound was great. They could have given a great concert at the MCI center over a couple of dates. I want my $90 plus $15 service fee back (times 10 because we had nine friends with us). What a rip-off. It took us over an hour to get out of the parking lot after the show to add to the frustration.

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Alexandria, VA: Undoubtedly a high quality performance in every way...Ronnie really was whippin' out the licks! Those boys really can't be beat for R&B, blues and straight out live rock 'n' roll...yet. Fortunately, since our group of 8 put in for a limo, we didn't have to experience the traffic and parking buzzkills, and the sound on the first level was clear and comfortable. Definitely a top-rate show!

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Springfield, VA: Its embarrassing to be on a date and pull up to the parking attendant to find out parking is $25 and not having the money for it and U-turning in front of everyone. This causes one to be late, missing THE STROKES and missing half of the show only to be there in time to see drunken old fans spill their beers and sing out of tune. The stones have become performers and are no longer rock stars, too old, too outdated but the cover of like a rolling stone was perfect... All in all, I feel terrible for the janitors... All that confetti, all those empty beer bottles, all for a half hearted show.

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Fairfax, Virginia: I thought the concert was great regardless the steep price of the tickets and the steep prices of the T-Shirts. They were fantastic!!! Mick had so much energy, that in itself was amazing.

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Arlington Va: Best concert I ever went to..... but like many others will never go to Fed Ex Field again. It took 3 1/2 hours to get there, which is usually a 45 minute drive. Missed the opening act and several Stone songs.

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Washington, DC: The group put on a good show, but the sound quality was very poor. Mick Jagger's vocals were usually lost and the overall sound can only be described as muddy. Plus, there was the echo provided by the vast football stadium. Not to mention that the volume at a Rolling Stones concert should be loud, but I could have easily carried on a conversation with people several seats away if I'd wanted to. FedEx Field is a terrible venue for a concert.

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Arlington Va: The Stones were great! Best concert I ever went to. However, the three hour wait to get into Fed Ex Field was unbearable! We missed the opening band and the first three or four songs of the Stones. Then they have the nerve to charge $25 for parking. Fed Ex Field needs to change the way it takes money for parking if it takes 3 hours pay.

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Baltimore, Maryland: We had a great time! these guys may be old, but you would never know it based on their stamina. They played great songs and did them as good if not better that they did twenty years ago. Hurrah!

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Richmond, Va.: The concert was fantastic!! This was the second time I've seen them on this tour, and they're even changing up some tunes in the stadiums. "Monkey Man," "Angie," "Happy," "Can't You Hear Me Knockin'," and "Little Red Rooster" were not played at the Veterans Stadium show. The sound was fantastic down on the field, and the band sounded tight. It's exciting as ever to see Mick preen and strut his stuff, Keith/Ronnie get tangled up on guitars until one breaks free for a solo, and the stoic Charlie never missing a beat. The dude beside me gets the vote for biggest fan- he flew in from Tokyo!!!

The downside (none of which is Stones-related): Traffic and the rip-off parking fee. Even at the Vet, parking was only $10 for those who drove.

Looking forward to the Turner Field show in Atlanta on 10/26!!

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Silver Spring MD: Great Concert! Stones were awesome! Love the Special Affects and the The Strokes rocked as well.
Negative was the traffic getting into the FedEx Statium and charging $25.00 for parking that was outragious!

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Bethesda, MD: This was my 35 show going back to 1969 - never missed a tour since then. Bought my two daughters 19 (her second show) and 13, and they were blown away. FEDEX is a nightmare, but we had great seats and the show was great, and Keith is still the heart of the Stones. Still, all the time watching, I couldn't help adding up the gross - the show was only dwarfed by the awsome commercial enterprise. Sir Mick indeed.

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Washington DC: Yeeee hooo!!!!!!!!!! AWESOME! They rocked. The Rolling Stones are the greatest rock and roll band that ever lived. It was so great to hear songs with real meaning and lyrics. Their energy, passion, musicianship was excellent. I'd see them again in a heartbeat.

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Potomac, MD: I have to say that I couldn't have possibly had a better time at the concert on Friday! I drove home from Cornell just to see it with my family. I may be only 20, but I have seen them 3 times already. I absolutely LOVE the Rolling Stones!!! Because of my dad, I have literally been listening to them for the entire 20 years of my life. Anyway, they put on the best show I have EVER seen on Friday! I can't complain about one single thing. The choice of songs, the energy, the special effects... everything was perfect. I even think Mick looked at me while I was doing my famous "Start Me Up" impression of him!!! I still can't stop talking about the concert... I think they deserve serious congratulations for their greatness!!!! They are simply the best there was, there is, and there ever will be!

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Waldorf Maryland: This was my first time seeing the Rolling Stones wonderful show. Mick is great he is an amazing singer and dances all over the stage no one does it like Mick. Charlie never misses a beat. Now Keith and Ronnie were the best ever they are great guitar players. Keith defines "cool" the human riff and solo master just listen to the live cd go get yer ya ya's. Hahaha when Mick introduced Ronnie he started dancing thats classic and then I got up and done it to what a memory. I can't believe Ive seen these legends the orignal bad boys of rock n roll and Paul Mccartney in my life I'm blessed. The only problem was the sound quality of those speakers from where I was sitting in the yellow row all the way in the back but out side of that PURE DIRTY ROCK N ROLL THE WAY IT SHOULD BE PLAYED. Keith,Mick,Ronnie, and Charlie are the greatest rock n roll band. They had alot of great looking women therethats another plus if you want to see the stones.

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Baltimore, MD: Man, what a great show. Tumbling Dice, Satisfaction and Sympathy for the Devil. Need I say more about the set list? I think not. As for the crowd, I would say the people need to realize it is a concert with the STONES! So get up and DANCE! We were harassed constantly by people behind us to sit down. Come on! If you have a problem dancing, you should not go to this concert.

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Rocketville, Maryland: Washpost.com's Heim wrote: "-The concert] is a celebration of the band's remarkable history and its vaunted place in the rock pantheon." Gee Joe, did those free tickets influence your reporter's objectivity? The only thing this concert celebrated was Barnum's dictum that "There's a sucker born every minute." The musicianship is still there, tho it was never that high to begin with, was it? But the outrageous prices and shoddy sonic treatment of those of us in the "cheap" (ha!) seats bespeaks the deeper truth: They should have cribbed Frank Zappa and entitled this tour "We're Only In It For The Money."

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washingtonpost.com: Just a quick editor's note. Not only did I not get free tickets for this show, I didn't even go to the show. Generally, I try to avoid large stadium shows because the sound, uh, is less than desirable.

Takoma Park, MD: The Stones were terrific! If they were bored of singing their old, great hits, they sure didn't show it and their rendition of "Like a Rolling Stone" felt as raw as Dylan's original recording. We stood in the field, pretty far from the main stage, but when the band moved to the small stage just a few feet away, the concert really came alive.

The only negative -- and a real negative at that -- was the OUTRAGEOUS $25 parking fee. Talk about a rip-off.

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Richmond, VA: The Stones were incredible!! The show they put on was well worth the huge amount of money we spent (you only go around once). We viewed this as a once in a lifetime chance to see them perform up close and it was amazing.
The people-watching opportunities were even better than a Nascar race. and Mick still is a great showman!! We had a great time reliving our youth with our fellow 40 somethings!!!

I have to agree with the negative comments on Fedex field. I was told (after I had purchased it) that I couldn't bring my plastic bottle of beer to our ground level section and I'd need a cup. Of course, no one had a cup. The kind people at the concession stand told me that they'd sell me one for the $3.00 price of a soda. I asked them if they felt they weren't making enough money selling bottled water for $3.00. I then stuck the beer in my purse. I noticed many other people walking into our section carrying beer bottles. I felt as if they were trying to make as much money as possible off of us - they already had, over $600.00! I also now understand why so many people got to the concert so late. I'm glad we took the Metro and the shuttle. I thought Richmond Coliseum was the worst-run venue in the country, I see they've got some stiff competition.

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Herndon, VA: I joined the Stones' fan club for the guarantee of best available seats (two months ago) and, not counting the $25 parking scam, we ended up paying $320 for two seats where we couldn't hear a thing. (first row of fourth section). Seriously, it was awful. The other reader was right -- you had to hear the crowd sing to figure out the song, it was so bad.
Either the sound system was broken, or they had to know (from people shouting complaints) that those seats were unsuitable for a concert.
What a shameless ripoff.
I agree: Class-action time.
Has anyone tried getting a refund? Who do you contact, and what was the response?

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Washington, DC: Best put..."God Bless the Rolling Stones!"

Friday, October 4th 2002 was my 40th birthday. This was my very first time seeing the Rolling Stones ~ i'm sorry i waited so long! Sure the fact that they were playing Washington, DC celebrating their 40th anniversary...on MY 40th birthday made it the most perfect evening...but the band was delightfully entertaining, played all the "BEST OF" and the stage was bright and colorful!! Complete with fireworks at the end!! Their energy was amazing! They were truly celebrating their success and just havin' a good ole time! That makes all the difference when a class act like the Rolling Stones take the stage!! Thank you for one of the most memorable times of my life!

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Gaithersburg MD: Keith Richards looks and plays like a zombie, he still has not learned how to play the guitar after 40 years. He's still doing his Chuck Berry riffs. I would say he looks like the dead, but I don't want to offend the ones who have already passed. Mick is not in any better shape either. You gotta know when to say when, and that should have been a long time ago.

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Bethesda, MD: The concert was exceptionnal. I wish to have the same energy at 60 years old. Technically perfect with the large screen good enough to follow everything.
The only bad point was the access to the stadium, so poorly managed and organized, a real shame. 3 hours driving from Bethesda to get into the stadium!! Same to get out, because 2 lanes were blocked by the police for no reason. Anyway it's the price to pay ($25 buck for the parking too, abusing) to see icons, I spent a wonderful WE afterwards

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Arlington, VA: The Rolling Stones are still, by far, the greatest Rock & Roll band in the world. This was my third Stones show and it was the best one so far.

On the other hand, Dan Snyder and his minions should be tied up in canvas bags and dunked into the Potomac. The parking and traffic were horrible. What, no one ever figured that 30 thousand would show up for an event at Fed Ex? Arlington to the stadium in TWO HOURS! Idiocy.

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Fells Point: They have gathered quite a bit of moss

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Washington, DC: I can't rave enough about the show.

I had gone in fearing that the band would focus on more recent material, ingoring their awesome legacy. Instead, we were treated to a great set with only a few question marks.

Love Train?

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DuPont, DC: Mick Jagger is a god. He's the rock performer against whom all others are judged. These days, it seems performers are either musicians or entertainers--but never both. The Stones are both. Not only do they put on a spectacular, energetic show, they also take their music seriously and continue to play amazingly well.
The Strokes, well, they were pleasant. But ultimately, I think they will be just another flash in the pan.
The Stones defined--then defied--the genre. And they still do. A truly great show.

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Southeastern PA: First time seeing the Stones and I must say that I was VERY impressed with the energy of the band, in general, and Mick Jagger, in particular. Even at his age, he once again showed why he is the quintessential front-man. Strong set and video screen and pyro were a nice touch. That all said, I must criticize the traffic situation and the parking. $25 after paying about $300 a ticket??!! If you're going to do that, at least give me advance notice so I can apply the Vaseline! The sound, to be blunt, was terrible. If that's the best you folks can do in DC, then that's the last time I make the trip....These problems cannot be overlooked and must be included in the total concert experience -- especially the sound quality, which for a band of the Stones' magnitude, was abysmal.

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Washington DC: What the Stones showed at FedEx Field Friday night is that they still have the chops. Never having seen them before, I wasn't sure they'd match the hype. They did. Keith and Ronnie played blistering guitars, and the band was as tight as could be. They played like they were having the time of their lives. Little Red Rooster was a highlight for me, as it showed me the Stones can still cook up a hot and juicy blues tune like the bar band they started out as. They still have it.

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Woodbridge, Virginia: I will never visit FedEx Field again for ANY event...2 hours to get in, $25 parking fee, and couldn't even hear the band.

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Baltimore, Maryland: From being excited at the thought of seeing the Rolling Stones when I purchased the tickets in the spring, my final thoughts of the concert were ones of huge disappointment. The sound was so terrible that I did not understand a single word that Mick sang or even spoke. I couldn't tell what song they were singing half the time. Either FEDEX Field is a poor stadium to hold a concert or their sound system was just not up to par. Maybe it was our seats in the upper deck on the side but I saw The Who at RFK in 1989 and that was fine. I would really like to know if there is someone to write for requesting a refund because all I heard that night was essentially noise. It could have been a great evening but I'll pass on any future concerts at FEDEX........
especially when you are gouged for $25 parking. It's a shame when everyone gets their money and runs and the fans are left with a shoddy product.

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Upper Marlboro, MD: Friday night's show was the first time I'd seen the Stones live. We parked at USAir Arena, walked in and avoided the outrageous parking fee, and avoided the crush on the way out.

The sound was obscured at times by the high winds, but overall it was big fun. S