2008 line up discussion

[dhines]

is there a chance they will be adding other acts as we get closer to the date? or, is the event pretty much fixed? reason i ask is, seems like kid rock would fit into this event rather well (gretchen, big&rich, etc) . . . just sayin'

thanks in advance for the thoughts.

[samicraig]

I just saw the line-up for this year and was not excited, last year we got a real fast TAX refund and I joined Kennys fan club to get a early jump on the VIP tickets, I left work early to get online I was sweating just sitting here waiting till NOON for them to go on-sale, I was so into last years line up I thought the waiting was going to KILL me. OK now I am just sitting here.... I am not calling my hubby telling him WE HAVE TO GO TO THIS!!! I am not sweating, My blood pressure is fine. I am sorry but I think WE might sit this one out.

[Lizzy]

The line up is great!! I can't wait for tickets to go on sale.

[Spaced Cowboy]

Where are the OUTLAWS? Last year most of my time was spent on the smaller stages and it looks like it will be the same this year. Country music is so divercified these days and to put on a "festival" you should have a little of everything. I guess with all the bubble gum acts this year they had to tone it down to make it more of a family atmosphere. Too Bad!!! Lets hope when they add more acts that they "rowdy it up " so me and Gretchen have someone to party with .

[RockyBucky]

Can anyone tlel mw how they decide who sings on which stage? I personally love the line up. But I am a Big Bucky Covington fan lol. Anyways, I was kind of curious as to what status of artist theyput on the main stage?

[Ike Skidmore]

Can anyone tlel mw how they decide who sings on which stage? I personally love the line up. But I am a Big Bucky Covington fan lol. Anyways, I was kind of curious as to what status of artist theyput on the main stage?

If I remember correctly, last year they tended to put the most popular artists (the ones who are most well-known and sell the most albums) on the main stage, with lesser-known but equally talented artists on the smaller stages.

It's a system which worked out pretty well, really, especially since people really tended to camp out at the main (Mane) stage and that meant that you could get really close at any stage that wasn't the main stage.

Stagecoach 2007's best-kept secret: the best music isn't always on the Mane Stage.

[scoop49er]

hey there people. i usually am over on the coachella message board but i figured id come over say hello and talk about the lineup.

the lineup loos pretty solid and diverse. you got you mainstream headline acts. plus you got some legends on there plus some good live acts like gretchen and big and rich etc. it should be a good time. now im not big into country but love live music so can some of you give me some songs i should get by the artists on the bill plus any suggestions on who to see?

[DirtyDCowboy]

I personally am stoked about the line up, being that I live 10 minutes away you can bet your honky tonky butts i'll be there... good music, good people, good memories, cant beat that. For those of you that disapprove of the line-up I m sorry, living on the west coast you hardly ever get to experience the country way of life. Even if i didn't approve of the line-up i would go simply because you will never find a bigger group of fun people to share your interest in great music.

See y'all there

[spacytracey]

I see many people lurking but not typing. Feel free to chime in on the recent line up posting of 2008.

Who are you most excited to see?

I'm really excited about getting to see Rascal Flats and Carrie Underwood. I really do hope I win a pair of those tickets from the contest. I would be so very excited.

[spacytracey]

I can't wait I'm thrilled about the lineup. Last years was great and hope that this happens every year. So how did the person that said he had vip tickets already for 2008 get them already? Inquiring minds want to know.

[Countrygurl]

i think he said some charity auction. i dont know anything about it. maybe the charity was just guessing they would be able to get a pair of vip's to fulfill the order? just a guess.

[Hotshots]

Stagecoach 2007's best-kept secret: the best music isn't always on the Mane Stage.

I would have to say the best two performances last yr were marty stuart and ricky skaggs

[gaypalmsprings]

I see many people lurking but not typing. Feel free to chime in on the recent line up posting of 2008.

Who are you most excited to see?

I would be excited to see you, Countrygurl

[allthingscountry]

I would have to say the best two performances last yr were marty stuart and ricky skaggs

I agree with you there HOTshots, Marty was terrific! Hubby and I were up by the stage (near the drunk guy dancing! lol). Anyway, I would love to see him again. {Marty that is... not the drunk guy -although he was a bit entertaining, I will give him that! }
Unfortunately for us we didn't see Ricky... not sure why now looking back.

I'm freakin' ecstatic about seeing Dwight and The Judds - - May '08 can't get here quick enough!

[cherrycherri101]

* TIM MCGRAW............................................ ........ I LUV HIM HE IS MY FAV TIM MCGRAW......................I AM HUGE FAN CANT WAIT TO C HIM *

[Ike Skidmore]

* TIM MCGRAW............................................ ........ I LUV HIM HE IS MY FAV TIM MCGRAW......................I AM HUGE FAN CANT WAIT TO C HIM *

I get the feeling you're looking forward to seeing one of the artists, but I'm having a really hard time telling which one it is. Maybe you could clarify for us.

[Harleyman]

Last year was a blast. Great music and met some great people. As far as this year, can't wait. I'm looking forward to seeing Tim McGraw and Big and Rich. But looking at the whole lineup, it looks like another fantastic time. If you didn't go last year, I highly recommend going. You won't be disappointed!!!

[hodgee5]

Honestly, last year I had such a fun time in the campgrounds and the line up was awesome. Im just not looking forward to all the yuppies there to see rascal flatts. Tim Mcgraw is an awesome artist, but again, not looking forward to the yuppies that only know his songs in the last year. Im a huge fan of Gretchen, Dierks, Dwight, Earl, Jack Ingram, and George Jones. Ill be in the campground again.... GET IN THE TRUUUUUUCCCCKKKKKK

[Glockgirl]

I was there from sun up Friday to roll out Monday morning.. I think the camping experience w/ the concerts sprinkled in between made the weekend! Don't get me wrong, the concerts were great.. it was just a blast to have so many country music lovers all in one location for a whole weekend! I can't imagine not camping for 08' ~!

[48FAN]

I have seen Rascal Flatts in San Diego and like Tim and some others, but to start a festival with the line up of the likes of Kenny Chesney, George Srtait, Brooks and Dunn, Gary Allan, Sugerland etc.... Makes this years seem really less of a powerfull line up! I was excited as hell last year, not sure i am willing to spend that kind of money for 2 shows when I can wait and see Kenny and gang when they tour! Very dissapointed.