Crikey. Only three members of Pulp (for this gig at least)!

Stephen wrote:

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The rumour that I've just seen on this thread is that Jarvis was unimpressed by his depiction in the first draft of Mark's book and that's why he wasnt allowed at the show.

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 Yes this is the rumour. Many people are indeed saying this.

Although my own theory is that Jarvis banned Mark because he wouldn't stop asking them to play My Legendary Girlfriend.

Seriously, if Jarvis does anything, physically, mentally or verbally to hurt Mark on this tour and I find out, I will go GEAR 5 LUFFY on his scrawny ass.

Stephen wrote:

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That's twice I've read it now.

Joking aside, if Jarvis does start evicting members because they're asking to play stuff that isn't the exact same setlist time and time again, it wouldn't be the least unexpected thing! It's getting increasingly disappointing seeing the same stuff night after night. Even the new song has only had the one airing, hasn't it?

I've not been on here much lately, but I gather that Nick has said that both he and Mark had pushed for different setlists, but were turned down...?

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 Yes, it's a real shame. The band knows how much gigs cost (and how much they cost right now) so it'd be nice if they could vary the experience more. After all, part of the reason fans attend gigs is that they have hopes of hearing their favourite songs!

Last night was very much a return to form with the old setlist. No 'After You' either. Although if Mark was ill, perhaps they'd prefer to change it up when he's there with them? Clutching at straws maybe, but with Tom filling in maybe it interfered with intentions to add more variety?

Sturdy wrote:

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Surely a stand-in guitarist who had a day to learn the set was going to preclude any deep cuts.

(Also, for those not paying attention at the back, Stephen is taking the piss. According to Jarvis' Instagram Mark was ill.)

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Why, I oughta!  

Fair's fair, new Pulp music is utterly incredible (and the music IS utterly incredible). And Sturdy is right RE deep cuts. Hope Mark gets better soon and if he's got a cold, better keep that scarf of his on!

Stephen wrote:

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I definitely saw that rumour earlier in this thread. A few hours ago.

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 This is the fourth time I've seen it. How curious. No fire without smoke and all that...

Eamonn wrote:

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The least number of Pulp members ever playing a Pulp gig?

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Matching a record previously established on 28th May 1981:

https://pulpwiki.net/Pulp/Live28May1981HallamshireHotelSheffield

Speaking of records, in 24 years I think this may be the most tragic thing I've ever posted on this forum. Which is quite the boast, all things considered.