An Evening with Rivers Cuomo @ The Hi Hat, Los Angeles, CA. 3/10/18

[@tinkywinky4697]

I love that people love Pinkerton as much as I do.

[@stepheng8596]

Lola Mae yeah. Isn't that amazing that OTHER PEOPLE also love a classic album? I bet you thought you were the only one........

[@tinkywinky4697]

Stephen G Sorry, it's just that not a lot of people I know like Pinkerton or even Weezer.

[@stepheng8596]

Well Lola Mae, open your eyes. There's a huge world around you.

[@tinkywinky4697]

Stephen G I understand that, but you don't have to be rude to a stranger either do you?

[@austinbramer558]

Lola Mae weeeelllll

[@StephenAndrew777]

What a set list.

[@cursivenewb]

He plays the Pinkerton songs so well on the acoustic

[@beewcar]

cursivenewb well he has been playing them for about 22 years

[@ayetee881]

He also toured around the county to different local spots to promote Pinkerton’s (then future) release playing them on acoustic

[@haydenwegner2439]

@@ayetee881 like that high school radio show contest concert

[@ZetsuboNoShima]

They were all originally written on the acoustic guitar and translated

[@ejs93033]

across the sea better on acoustic

[@2510katjo]

How cool is this? I would have loved to be there. Rivers is so very special and extremely talented. I love how he shows his audiences so much respect. Song after song , they are all so great.

[@eloisapantazis6232]

I’ve been a (die hard) Weezer fan since the Blue album, I’ll never forget the first time I saw them in ‘94 at The Warfield Theatre in San Francisco. And every time they come to the Bay Area, I always make sure not to miss them. Thank You you for uploading this, I’m so glad he played Falling For You here. ❤️

[@user-bs3ec4ko8e]

ready for them and the pixies in august?

[@eloisapantazis6232]

? You betcha!!! 💖

[@williamavitt8264]

Fan since 94 here too. 8th grade represent! 😂😂😂

[@eloisapantazis6232]

William Avitt I’m older than you but props to you for knowing good music at such young age...put it there, pal ✋ #weezerforlife

[@baf03]

And the you stopped listening after green album like everyone else right

[@rockstar1070]

One of the best videos ……. on ALL of KZbin ❤ If I say I watched it a 💯x, I’d be low.

[@coroquetes]

So much of "Pinkerton", good stuff! =D Lucky people there...

[@PatchTM983]

You know the real problem with Rivers? Nothing.

[@lucid685]

Thank you for uploading. I had completely given up on Rivers and he once again pulls me back with a talented performance

[@VitaEx]

Much love for Pinkerton here

[@dirt321]

Holy moly am I glad I stumbled into this. Thanks for sharing... so great. I will be coming back here a lot.

[@Orangienblue]

1:27 Guy: PLAY CRAB! Rivers: what, huh. oh (ignores him)

[@DfactorPop]

So many hits! Excellent songs!

[@untilidie]

Thank you so much for recording and uploading this!

[@wpleary2]

WTF? Why is Rivers solo show like 2X longer than a Weezer show? :( Love Weezer, but their shows are too f-ing short. Seen Weezer probably a dozen times and their shows usually clock in at like 1 hour 15. Love them, but their shows are too friggin short.

[@eloisapantazis6232]

William Leary IKR?! They always leave us hangin’ like WTF?

[@aoarms]

It could also be a tour thing, shorter sets because they have to do more shows. One man on his own chilling with an acoustic is infinitely less strenuous than, a tour + trying to compete over drums, electric guitar and loud ass bass 4/5 times a week. Then again Foo Fighters put on a 3+ hour show every single night, but dave grohl can barely hit the notes he use to. Rivers sounds immaculate and just as good when the songs were recorded. Minus some top range (which we all lose eventually)

[@mr.ohmann827]

Seriously, I'm always disappointed when they leave out so many epic songs

[@krizlstix]

Not sure why they shortened their shows...I have went to Weezer shows in the past that were like 2 and 1/2 hour sets and were awesome because of all the songs they have.

[@mr.ohmann827]

I thinks it's because they keep co headlining

[@PedroAzevedoMedia]

you're the real mvp

[@BrettBorovic]

43:12 "Alright" *shrug* - haha I think he was planning on one "in the garage" but everyone sang a second one! 😂

[@JohnnyGuitarRocks]

This is pure gold, thanks for making the video and sharing. Weezer is Life.

[@MrMatttree]

This video has probably my favorite acoustic recording of SIAS. Not for musical quality, but the fan interaction is great

[@jimmydeats9901]

Legend! What a great solo performance. Thanks for uploading, this really has made my night after a really rough day. Just awesome !!!

[@MJBOGAN]

I love this show.😊

[@Vaisin]

Love the way they feel Say It Ain't So

[@JoelMiller626]

I love this!

[@JoelMiller626]

stEpH what are you trying to say? Your reply doesn't make sense.

[@gravitybookings]

i fell in love this evening

[@bovbusto]

gold! thank you!

[@mrluthfianto]

Great video, man. Thank you very much.

[@ztiberiusd]

The way he awkwardly removes the mic at 10:50 hahahaha I love him

[@fruitness]

OMG Thank you!! Ive been watching him do bits and pieces on Periscope, and now I get to see the whole song!!

[@EyesLikeTELEVISION]

The greatest acoustic performance that ever lived

[@83thechaz]

Thank you for uploading this fine show Rey!!!

[@ricardornt]

Champagne Supernova ❤️

[@SoulOfficer]

1:09:21 Lol the way he messes up and apologizes is funny as hell

[@joepermenter7228]

then messes up again and no one else cared.

[@MikeChalmers]

This is amazing, thank you.

[@aliciachen5878]

wow this is so good

[@johnsison4260]

Great setlist - lucky you for being there!

[@umreeh]

Thank you!!!

[@pavementlofi9603]

Thank you Ray !!!

[@highskyism]

Thank you!! ❤️❤️

[@extahsee]

this was a treat to watch, cheers for the upload

[@Iz77]

THANK YOU RAY!

[@capo3rdfret]

thank you so much for uploading this!

[@captainkev10]

I wonder how much tickets were. I'd pay at least 150 per ticket, for something like this.

[@heatherhull2332]

Kevin Hagler I paid $35 including fees. Sold out show

[@captainkev10]

Heather Hull wow. Thanks for the info.

[@donufro]

That's a great price for such a unique show. Lucky you!

[@dyzeinyourhouse1375]

This. Is. Amazing. Props to the taper!

[@SgtKFerguson]

@38:10 Rivers:”screw this crap I’ve had it” Crowd:”I’VE HAD IT”

[@Munby1]

lol to that guy shouting for trainwrecks

[@wheelindealin]

Munby TRAINWRECKS! I actually wouldn’t mind hearing that live...

[@Munby1]

Adam Robinson yeah it would probably be great

[@kseo88]

Can't wait for that part--love that song btw. Underrated song.

[@puertoriconnect4611]

Jesus Christ. What a fucking gem. Thanks for uploading this. Just wish that one guy would just the fuck up. It’s mostly this one guy yelling “woo!” And “yeah!” as if people are counting on him to say his woo and yeahs!

[@mikethomas6120]

When he mentions Brian contributed a little to the writing of LA girlz anyone know what his contribution was? I assumed it maybe was the bridge because when the band does it live he really gets into that part? Unless it’s the verse melody? Just was always curious as it’s one of if not my fav from the white album.

[@Musicgoodmanyk]

Hey I know I’m late by 3 years lol but Brian wrote the melody and came up with la girlz for his band but ended up scraping ut

[@doomedhuh]

that crowd seems unfamiliar with losing my religion

[@83thechaz]

Yeah it’s a shame. Losing My Religion is a beautifully written and heartfelt song!!!

[@The3000now]

Maybe they were having rapid eye movement and couldn’t respond with the appropriate approval?

[@stuarthunt4606]

Yeah, I noticed that too. REM is one of the best alternative bands of all time.

[@Vi0Link]

i know this is a late reply but I was there at this show and I remember it feeling like everyone wasn't sure what the crowd energy was supposed to be until a bit into the show lol

[@danb1391]

I think they knew it. I just think they were feeling out the gig and whether rivers wanted a sing along. Then he led them in the chorus in “island in the sun” and they realized he wanted them to participated.

[@83thechaz]

Best quality about Rivers Cuomo is he always leaves you wanting more-a valuable secret!!

[@christos6524]

thank you Rey !

[@rosemartinez2174]

I love him, he's just so awesome!!!❤❤❤❤

[@henveeee]

Great set list but I wish he'd include stuff from ewbaite.

[@chrisleyba6996]

the good life! holy Shite! ridiculous awesome!

[@curseoflono1982]

My personal fatal flaw as a guitarist that tries to sing to covers is that I try too hard to sound like the people I cover.

[@ennisthemenace]

love him

[@chrisleyba6996]

Across the sea 💙

[@williamfranca816]

Um setlist desses, bicho. ;)

[@TheBeachedOctopus]

Magic!

[@nexionaut]

God bless Rivers.

[@vcortez87]

Damn this crowd is 🔥🔥🔥

[@donbeck8835]

HOLY SHIT! Now this is a fucking show!! Also notice Rivers’ voice hasn’t aged a bit.

[@83thechaz]

What did that girl shout after Rivers played The Good Life?

[@grapespace]

She screamed, "YOU'RE FUCKING GOLDEN, RIVERS" or something like that. I can't rightly remember cause I'm typing this like 40 minutes later.

[@NicolasCurcioWriter]

HOW DID I MISS THIS SHOW THE HI HAT IS SO SMALL WTFFFFF

[@krizlstix]

Does anyone know if there were any opening acts/bands that played before Rivers did his set?

[@reyphilip]

No openers. Show started at 5pm. There was another show after, Guantanamo Baywatch plus others.

[@krizlstix]

Thanks for the info!

[@punkiejunkie1000]

REM❤️

[@spartan876]

Everybody always gives make believe so much shit, but I think perfect situation is a really really good song

[@skinnyneckhex]

the first side of the LP is really good! the second side isn't Raditude-level horrible but there are definitely some stinkers.

[@steph1423]

spartan876 me

[@mikethomas6120]

What about The damage in your heart (Pinkerton era melancholy vibe) This is such a pity (Alt rock meets new wave, genius song) Hold me (again Pinkerton melancholy vibe just not as raw production of pink)

[@robertbondurant5223]

The whole record is good if you take Beverly Hills and we are all on drugs off of it.

[@positv333]

heck yea bud

[@King-ty7mz]

I wish i was here!

[@JackKnight762]

that'd've been funny if he wore a baldy skin cap for the first two songs...

[@Chadwickthegrand]

Michael Bridgewater highly underrated comment

[@flamingcabbage8359]

If he starts doing this again, he should play "Automatic" with a bald cap

[@SpadePyro]

And the last one

[@AaronEddieHYo]

I wonder why rivers did Today in that key after he played Losing My Religion in its standard EADGBE Am key

[@AaronEddieHYo]

Prolly just to be and to play open chords

[@AaronEddieHYo]

Ok nevermind, he just played island in the sun a 1/2 step higher

[@chattingesque372]

At least this audience knows how to be quiet for us to listen 😂

[@_dannyfish_279]

good

[@wmvnotmp4]

His voice sounds so fucking good here

[@leighweez1966]

the guitar has a pretty sound, can anyone see what kind it is??

[@leighweez1966]

Hi

[@rubinho388]

@@leighweez1966 I think its a Taylor

[@johwbel]

fuck Yeah Rivers!!

[@flamingcabbage8359]

It's well known that Rivers can shred, but he doesn't often on Weezer songs cuz it's not their style or whatever. Does anyone else think it would be badass if he played something by, say, Megadeth or Malmstein in the middle of a set like this?

[@roqueeeeeeeee]

I guess the audience was caught by surprise in the 1st one... his voice is really cool cause he seems to be afraid of singing everytime

[@zenbuddah420]

FREEBIRD! I WAS WORKING AT BURGERLORDS THERE AT HI~HAT! I heard him do sound check, i was hoping he ordered a burger so i could say whats up. He did not. 💔😭

[@eloisapantazis6232]

Randy Herrera Because he’s a vegetarian 🌱

[@zenbuddah420]

Eloisa Pantazis but we have vegan patties?!

[@eloisapantazis6232]

Randy Herrera Aww, maybe he didn’t know. You should’ve said what’s up, anyway 😊

[@dnathirteen]

This is so fuckin GOOD

[@83thechaz]

WOW!! This show is better than sex!!! 👓

[@miguipancho6973]

PINKERTON!!!!!!!

[@dhl3351]

White Album is Best

[@emeraldcelestial1058]

Pink

[@AdictoPlayer]

1:01:03 XD

[@emeraldcelestial1058]

What the hell did that guy say I cant make it out!??

[@wmvnotmp4]

​@@emeraldcelestial1058"play can't stop partying"

[@dekdolphin7280]

Haaiii kurt cobain.....

[@dendieakhmadi2101]

Bad Crowd

[@unfortunate2565]

I like his voice, his personality and the choice of the songs, but this is really dull to me. He plays just the basic chords on the acoustic guitar like a random busker in every city. I think he should think of some other arrangements for these songs, maybe include piano or some other instruments. It would sound so much more unique and interesting. My opinion.

[@emeraldcelestial1058]

Dude listen to Allan Holdsworth or Rachmaninov on your own time. We are here for Rivers and his magic.

[@mcflex255]

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