Hey guys, welcome to nother Photo, Video and Graphic of the Week! This week's photos were taken by Jacob Wilson, at the US Open of Surfing from earlier this week. Here are some awesome ones:
Chad has got the COOLEST shades: Credit: Jacob Wilson
SOMEONE looks quite cheerful here: Credit: Jacob Wilson
I love when they do this! Credit: Jacob Wilson
Tim gets all gleeful when his big brother goes to his side of the stage: Credit: Jacob Wilson
The boys, rocking out: Credit: Jacob Wilson
Here's Tim again, all smiles: They are such joyous folk, really. Credit: Jacob Wilson
Jon, at one with the crowd: Credit: Jacob Wilson
I love the ocean in the background...what a great backdrop: Credit: Jacob Wilson
Brothers... Credit: Jacob Wilson For his full set, click HERE!
So for months now, you've been sending in your favorite Switchfoot memories, or favorite stories from when you met the guys, or first hear their music, or anything memorable to you. Jeanna had made a good point earlier this week, that some of you, though you might have met them, may not necessarily have a share-worthy story (though i'm sure all are!). So, the Switchfoot memory of the week will still continue, so send them in, but I'm also adding in a new section, showcasing a fan photo of the week. Met the band but don't feel the need to share your story? Then share your picture with the guys! Send them on it to me at lisa@landofbrokenhearts.org with a short description of when and where it was taken and I'll share it with everyone in this column! Our first entry was sent in by Brooke:
I won a meet & greet with 98.7 to hear a few songs from Switchfoot, with a view from the ocean! It was so pretty, and they nailed the songs. : ) The US Open show was amazing, they played so many songs, I loved it! One of my favorite shows. I had an embarrassing moment though, while in the elevator with Jon and Drew, someone called me, and my ringtone is Stars. I quickly stopped it, but I couldn't stop laughing. I'm pretty sure they both heard it since I was standing right next to them. Haha! -Brooke
VIDEOVIDEOVIDEOVIDEOVIDEO!
Thrive
Here's a graphic that I found on Flickr, made by our good friend Victoria (AdiosHurricane): GREAT photo choices, *cackles*! Thanks Victoria!
There was a lack of entries this week so if you'd like to share your photos, graphics, Switchfoot memories or fan photos, send them to lisa@landofbrokenhearts.org! See you next week!
Watch Switchfoot's FULL US Open of Surfing show; "Sounded even better than Petty"; Show updates + video goodness
Hey friends! In case you haven't noticed, the guys have been crazy busy lately - which means the updates are flying in fast and thick! We're doing our best to keep you all informed, but the best way to stay up-to-date is to follow our Twitter page - we're always posting new, live, as-they-happen updates, in addition to photos, games and videos. Follow us!
The guys are playing in Scranton, PA tomorrow night! If you're going and you'd like to share photos, videos, setlists or stories, e-mail us a news@landofbrokenhearts.org.
SWITCHFOOT/JON FOREMAN/FICTION FAMILY NEWS
Vote for Switchfoot in the San Diego Music Awards! From the guys: We have been nominated by the city of San Diego for 3 SD Music Awards. The “Artist of the Year” award is determined by public online voting, which means you can help us win! Click here to vote for Switchfoot.
Switchfoot played a set at the US Open of Surfing last night and the full set was broadcast live via a streaming webcam for friends! However I know not all of us were able to tune in, but don't sweat it - we got you covered. The very lovely Alicia recorded the full live stream and was sweet enough to upload it onto the LOBH YouTube account for the fans to watch. So simply watch below by clicking the following links!
Photos? You got it. First our friend Emily posted some screencaps from the webcam. You can check those out right HERE. Christina took some caps as well, which are viewable HERE.
A few LOBHers were able to attend the event so they also sent in their photos. Here's a fabulous set by Nicte... my favorites below; full set HERE.
More? Jan sent us in some shots as well - view the full set HERE on her Facebook page!
New Twitter posts! From Switchfoot: when back in california, in-n-out is mandatory. here's our order for 10 dudes.
not at the US Open? check out our set today on the music feed at 5:30 PST http://usopenofsurfing.com!
From Jon: Rocking some in n out and Fela Kuti on the 405 south. Neapolitan shake? Yes, please
Woah! It's starting to look like a triple rainbow!
From Drew: Just landed in LA. We are on our way to Huntington Beach for the US Open of Surfing. We're playing it tonight! Gotta get off this plane. -d
The Baltimore Sun posted a review of the Goo Dolls/Switchfoot show and had great things to say about the guys set: Unexpected for me was Switchfoot. I honestly didn’t know a lot about the band and someone had told me going in that I'd recognize two or three songs. The band from San Diego, Calif., was terrific. The group played for 45 minutes and continued the strong pace set by The Spill Canvas. One highlight from Switchfoot was its cover of Tom Petty’s "I Won’t Back Down." It sounded even better than Petty, and the group rocked it out. Read the full review HERE
The guys played SoulFest in New Hampshire a few days ago, and not only did Switchfoot play a full set, but Jon played a solo show as well. Here's the setlists, courtesy of Cat!
JON'S SET 1. Learning to Breathe 2. Thrive (a new song) 3. Resurrect Me 4. 24 5. Learning How to Die 6. Just Rob Me (he gave up a big "yeehaw" before this song) 7. Cure for Pain 8. Come Home (another new song) 9. Your Love is Strong ^ That is SOLID.
SWITCHFOOT'S SET 1. Needle and Haystack Life 2. Mess of Me 3. Stars 4. Oh! Gravity. 5. Gone 6. Your Love is a Song 7. Yet 8. This is Your Life 9. The Sound 10. Happy is a Yuppie Word into Free 11. Always 12. Awakening 13. Meant to Live (Encore) 14. Hello Hurricane 15. Dare You to Move Killer, killer sets.
We've got a video of "Thrive" from Jon's solo show for you. I like this performance, though it's more subdued than the other one... that could of had something to do with Jon's voice however, he's sounding a bit hoarse (which is understandable, looking at the sheer number of shows and performances he's been doing lately.)
Jon & Drew at Mix 107.3 in Washington! Interview and performance clips:
Annnnndddd here's a video of Against the Voices from Jon's recent aftershow in Baltimore:
Switchfoot is featured in a recent issue of the UK based BLACK VELVET magazine. Switchfoot’s Jon and Tim Foreman and Chad Butler tells Black Velvet how they feel they’ve never fitted in as a band, how the moment you’re trendy you know you’ve got a shelf life, how the music industry is full of addiction of various kinds and how John M. Perkins is an inspiration for having a voice of love that broke the cycle of violence and hate. The magazine is available online, but you do have to buy it first to read the article. To purchase, click HERE!
This might be the last batch of Bro-Am photos till next year so DO enjoy! Our talented friend HERE.
