Outside Lands Recap 2011
Last year, Jackie Hollywood spent most of her time in the media tent doing interviews at the Outside Lands Festival, but this year she got to move around and enjoy a lot more of the outstanding music that was presented. Here are some of her impressions from Outside Lands 2011.
What was the best musical moment you witnessed? MUSE was mind blowing. i’ve seen them live before, but that was back in 2004 so they’ve gotten a lot better and the entire show was epic. The stage set up, the lights, the crowd, and especially the sound– they sounded great!
The festival is supposed to be about “music, food and art.” What sorts of art did you see? I consider people dressed in crazy costumes art, and I saw lots of amazing ones. Someone dressed as Gumby (depicted above), others with feathers and beads everywhere. I also noticed many flags with creative pictures and writing all over the park.
Any advice for people who might plan to go next year as first timers? DRESS IN LAYERS! It is so hot during the day and then freezing as ice at night. Also, bring snacks and water in order to not spend tons on expensive food. Plan your schedule out… figure out who you want to see and on what stage so you’re not rushing all over the place. Wear clothes you dont mind getting dirty–you’re sitting in the dirty grass half the time. If you’re not too lazy to carry it, bring blankets and chairs!
