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2015.12.15 - Oracle Arena, Oakland, CA, USA


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Did anyone else buy vip? I did just because I hate lining up at Oracle --they don't let you on site until around 4pm, so you have to "line up" at the BART ramp and then hope at 4 that the line works as other people run in from the parking lot. Anyway, wondering if anyone else on here will be at the little pre-party haha.

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An early Xmas gift from Muse to us! Any Musers in the East Bay? I'll be going to the show after work. I'll be in the first row in Section 102!! I'm Rich, 29 year old video game professional, just moved to Oakland from LA~! I've seen Muse in LA and in Vegas (where I met them personally before the show). It would be great to meet new friends with same music taste! Find me on IG: richvondeez

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Did you Happen to see them at the Concourse Design Center in SF in 2006. Cause the sound at that show was unbearably bad.

 

I dunno about that show, but the sound at their last performance at Oracle was absolutely, 100% on point! Hope it's the same for this one. I'll be in the seats this time. I might get there a little early to help out some GA friends get acquainted.

 

Anyone in need of GA tix? I am selling one and I know of a friend selling another. Let me know and I will pass on information. (One sold. One left!)

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Did anyone else buy vip? I did just because I hate lining up at Oracle --they don't let you on site until around 4pm, so you have to "line up" at the BART ramp and then hope at 4 that the line works as other people run in from the parking lot. Anyway, wondering if anyone else on here will be at the little pre-party haha.

 

I was wondering how GA at Oracle works, so the line is back on the walkway from BART? When I bought my tickets it said I have to pick them up at will call so do you know how that will work, if we have to go get our tickets and then wait in line?

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Got through without incident, and was able to get GA's. I don't mind getting there early, and enjoy being on the main floor at GA shows. Especially when it's a center stage/in-the-round gig, the main floor has a great nightclub feel. Woohoo - can not wait!! :)

 

How early you planning on getting there? I've never done GA at Oracle so i'm not sure how it works (with getting tickets at will call or where the line will be) or how early I should go.

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How early you planning on getting there? I've never done GA at Oracle so i'm not sure how it works (with getting tickets at will call or where the line will be) or how early I should go.

 

Yes! I have been trying to call the arena but not having any luck getting through to a person and left three messages. Anyone, any info on lining up a Oracle? :p

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How early you planning on getting there? I've never done GA at Oracle so i'm not sure how it works (with getting tickets at will call or where the line will be) or how early I should go.

 

I'm planning on going early but seeing how somebody commented that they don't let you line up early on site then I don't even know where to line up. Anybody else plan on lining up early?

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I'm planning on going early but seeing how somebody commented that they don't let you line up early on site then I don't even know where to line up. Anybody else plan on lining up early?

 

I'm driving up from LA actually so I'm at a complete loss now what to do. I want to be at the barrier and considering I'm driving so far will be more than angry if I can't get close. There's no one who knows how this venue works?

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They make you queue up on the BART bridge before 1 or 2, then they move the line to the arena floor entrance after that. Just check with security first. They usually have a guy wandering around the front of the football stadium (the arena is just behind it). I have seats and I'm working a half day, so I'll be there around 3pm to beat traffic.

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Every time I've been there, you line up at the stadium end of the BART ramp. People will be camping there and giving out numbers I'm sure. Then at 4:00pm (at least that was the time they used to always allow, although I haven't been there in a while) you get to move into the actual queue, which is on the south side of the arena. For one Muse show security actually escorted us over there (it's quite a haul), so it was orderly and we lined up in order with people from the parking lots being told to line up behind us. But for another Muse show we were all just running, and others who didn't queue were running from the parking lots (they open at 4;00) and it was chaotic. Not sure how it will go on Tuesday, but with the die-hard fans who are going to line up, I'm sure that getting into the actual queue will work out ok.

 

After everyone is moved to the actual queue, you're close to will-call, so everyone can take turns getting their tickets. But if you wait until then to line up, you won't get barricade. People here line up REALLY early.

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Where you at in the seats Jess?

 

I'm in section 110. I decided to get a seated ticket off more to the side nearer the wings to get a better view of the stage set up. Plus I think I'll have a good view of the center of the stage to be able to see Dom.

 

Nice! I'll find out my seat assignment the day of the show. Hope it's a good view!

 

Then at 4:00pm (at least that was the time they used to always allow, although I haven't been there in a while) you get to move into the actual queue, which is on the south side of the arena.

 

That time could be right. Just saw a show there recently and they let us go to the arena queue around 1 or 2. The line was really small, so maybe that was a factor too.

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Why can't it ever be simple? Line up at the queue without having to worry about whether or not the venue will honor those who have actually been there early or just make it a free for all. I'm leaving my house in So. Cal at 4am to be there reasonably early. I'm already preparing for the worst experience.

 

Can someone please tell me the Oracle's camera policy? I see you're able to bring one in. I have a point and shoot that often gets stopped for being close to "professional." Also, parking. I'm assuming if I'm required to queue at a Bart entrance, I will park in the proximity of this Bart location and then move my car later? Sorry. I get OCD about these things and tend to freak out when I have to fly by the seat of my pants...

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The camera policy is the same as at most venues--point and shoot are ok. If they ask, which they shouldn't, just show them it's not detachable. As for parking, the lot doesn't open until 4pm (unless it's changed), so you need to park at BART. Last time I did that (Muse years ago) it was free--I think they charge now. I was parked there from before light until really late, and my hubcaps were stolen...

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Can someone please tell me the Oracle's camera policy? I see you're able to bring one in. I have a point and shoot that often gets stopped for being close to "professional."

 

You might get stopped at this venue too. I had a similar camera that was professional looking but still point and shoot and I'd always get stopped and have it analyzed. I've since turned that one in and purchased a smaller version with similar specs. Security is such a pain in the ass. What I would do if I were particularly anxious was to clear it with the house manager first and have them tell the security people doing the checks whether it was approved or not. Usually the house manager was totally fine with it, but it was the line staff that was iffy on it. So just do that if you're lining up early. There's plenty of time to sort it out during the long wait!

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Thank you both for your help:) I always have to show it isn't detachable but it's yet to be rejected. I'll definitely ask before the doors open. I'll be heading to bed shortly to wake up around 3am. Praying I don't hit snow or ice during the drive in the Grapevine.

 

Holy cow!!!! WTF!?! I was just on their site again and $40 for parking! WOW. That's absolutely outrageous.

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$40?! Omg. I'll definitely park at the bart parking lot.

 

My excitement balloon has been deflated since they cancelled the Vegas show. :supersad: I feel like something is going to go wrong with this show too. I hope that's not the case. I suppose I'll get excited once I'm there and they start their set.

 

OMG! I've been driving since 4am!!!! Don't say that! Lol

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