Chris Cornell rocked my world!

Okay: bri and I went to see Chris Cornell in Ottawa yesterday.

One word: Awesome.

This concert blew Nine Inch Nails outta the water! The crowd was mega hyped, the songs rocked - Cornell had us eating out of his hand, as did most of his band. Almost every song had us singing along with him and the crown sang most of Like A Stone which was pretty sweet. We were one of first people into the arena so we got right behind the gate/in front of the stage left. My left ear is still ringing.

My only complaint was that he pulled an Axl Rose and started an hour later, after the opening act. Id say the wait was worth it but if I went to see him again and he pulled that stunt I'd probably leave.

Highlights from the experience include:

* Getting lost twice on the way to Ottawa. It's a good thing my boyfriend is cute because he sucks as a Navigator. I still love him, though. :)

* A young woman behind us, probably in her early twenties, with huge breasts making eyes at the bassist and getting a response! I kept thinking, "Man, he's getting laid tonight."

* Getting my boyfriend a "precious" guitar pick by asking the huge, imposing security guard to grab one I couldn't reach. What is funny is that I had previously made fun of him for saying people would scramble for a small piece of plastic. Then I go out of my way to get him one. Meh. It made him happy. It was fun to see Bri's face when Chirs came out or when he was singing within arms reach on the bass speakers. Bri adores him, it's evident. (Sorta made me jealous.)

* Mr. Northmore singing along with every song. Almost.

All-in-all, I'd say that it was a pretty sweet concert.

This is Hunger Strike feat. Mat Joly Live in Hamilton on the 19th. The opening band sucked, but this give you an idea of the awesomeness.