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That was fun. I think I'm allowed to say that Green Day played 4-5 songs for the fans in between takes. The filming was cool but those songs were the best bits. Billie threw lots of guitar picks with questions like: 'What's my favourite colour?' 'What number is on my mind right now?' 'What is my dog's name?' 'Who has the most spikes in their hair?' He didn't actually wait for anyone to answer. He just threw them at the first people he saw 😂 He also announced 'oof, my back' twice. Mike kept telling us we were killing it. The first time they played a song just for fun, Tre refused to play more when Billie asked because he didn't want to get sweaty. The barrier was mostly filled with hired actors but some fans got onto it in the centre and I got onto it past Mike, towards the end with some of the lovely ladies I met in the queue. There's such a small gap between the barrier and stage at the Palladium that I felt almost as close as I did when I was technically closer at stadiums. I can't believe I was still jumping at the end considering the jet lagged state I'm in 😂 If I remember more that I can share I will, but I need to sleep now.

So, for the last half year or so I've been struggling with kinda poor mental health, some days better, some worse, but all in all not great. Thus, when I got to visit San Francisco (and Oakland/Berkeley) recently as part of my job, I was delighted. I did a mini GD-related tour of the bay area and it cheered me up tremendously and also made me grateful for, despite everything, having been able to do have done this. I often felt like a small kid truth be told haha very nerdy I know but, especially being from Europe, it was really cool Chinatown in San Francisco Ashby/Longview house in Berkeley No explanation needed "Jesus filling out paperwork now, at the facility on East 12th Street" - (view from BART train, Oakland near Fruitvale St) Also rode past the warehouse on 7th street near West Oakland Station (Welcome To Paradise), no pic of that though, I was too slow. Oakland's Fox Theatre and The Warfield in San Francisco (guys give us the full concert man, please, I'm begging ya) this part of San Fran (Mission District) has changed a lot but it's where the scene of the guys walking in When I Come Around was filmed (at night), I also passed through Powell station, also seen in that video. It's probably my favourite Green Day music video so seeing the filming locations was very cool and a few other bits and bobs Btw there's been much talk about San Francisco's social problems at the moment and they are definitely noticeable right in the city centre (the infamous Tenderloin district and adjacent areas), but it is still a beautiful and vibrant city in my view, with a lot to offer, not least great public transport for US standards, interesting topography and a lot of variety in terms of the different neighbourhoods, plus great walkability. Needless to say I enjoyed my stay there and would love to visit again at some point.

When Billie played that bit of Corvette Summer there was a collective gasp and that little shit knew exactly what he'd done when it didn't continue 😂 I have to admit I didn't recognise Pollyanna. I don't think I've even listened to it in full. #FakeFan 😤 I could tell I was in the company of fellow ADHDers because Billie kept playing random chords and Tre tapped away at his drums whenever there was a lull 😂 Now I've had some sleep I can't believe that was all an actual thing I experienced. Green Day were probably onstage for a maximum of 3 of the 12 hours we were all there - there was a lot of waiting around and we had to leave to eat then go back in - but it was a unique and unforgettable experience for sure. The local fans were so nice 🥰 The lady next to me had never seen Green Day and said she was a reasonably casual fan, but after the first song she was like, 'this is the best day ever!' Pretty sure it's OK to comment on random impromptu bits of songs because they didn't have anything to do with the film... it says we can't post 'material in connection with the Picture,' not the event itself.

I think I’ve had nightmares where I’m at a Green Day show and all they play is KYE over and over 😜

Billie is four iHeart Awards tall. 😭

New one. Berkeley Square 1991

On this day 8 years ago (28 March 2017), Green Day played the State Farm Center in Champaign, IL on the Revolution Radio Tour. You know you're about to get an essay. It was my mum's birthday, so I'd bought her a VIP ticket. I had a peasant ticket so I went in later and managed to get a spot behind her, but the VIP next to her randomly said she was going to find her son, smiled and ushered me into her spot beside my mum. The venue staff member in front of us (Scott, I think) was lovely, albeit baffled and amused by the weirdos who flew from England just to see Green Day in Champaign. Against Me are one of my favourite bands so seeing them open for Green Day was incredible. I wasn't going crazy or anything when Billie asked for someone to Know Your Enemy, just holding up one hand, but he picked me. Scott smiled like a proud dad as he helped Arturo (one of Green Day's crew) haul me out. I promptly went the wrong way and fell over. Billie was like, 'YO!' I'd never experienced stage fright as a kid, but when I turned and saw 16,000 faces staring at me it was TERRIFYING. Billie was beaming and beckoning. I ran down the catwalk grinning like a creature from a horror movie despite the fear, and Billie gave me a warm, genuine hug that made me feel better. I was still kind of frozen, so he kept one hand on my back and the other on my hand holding the mic until I sang the 'gimme gimme revolution' part and the pyros went off. That was pretty cool. The photo above was taken just after that. I was terrified yet again when it was time to stage dive, but it was actually just fun, not scary at all. I made that collage back then. Sadly there's only that one professional photo of me onstage, but I look hideous in every fan photo and video, so maybe it's for the best 😂 People congratulated and high-fived me when I landed. Later, Billie picked one of my sweetest Green Day friends to play guitar for Knowledge. A guy who'd bought me a beer yelled 'that sure beats what you did' and I was just screaming, 'THAT'S MY FRIEND CAITLIN! She's amazing!' He was like, 'you actually know her?! No way!' On the way out, people kept excitedly running up to me and I thought they were going to ask what it was like in general, but no... they all asked what Billie smelled like. That was the last thing on my mind 😂 But the answer was pine. I saw Scott again and he hugged and congratulated me. Everyone was so nice. The next day I was watching videos in a stranger's tent in the snow in Wisconsin and trying not to cry. Good times. Some other photos: 12 years ago (28 March 2013), Green Day played the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, IL on the 99 Revolutions Tour. It was the first rescheduled arena show after Billie went to rehab and also the first time Bohemian Rhapsody was played before the show. I went to a few shows in the US in 2013, starting with this one. I went so insane when Stray Heart started that it made Billie laugh. Hearing that was obviously a highlight, but Stay the Night, X-Kid and Brutal Love were highlights too. If you want to watch a random video of X-Kid, this is a good one. Felt like my heart shattered when Billie's voice cracked because it was such an emotional performance. 27 years ago (28 March 1998), Green Day were on Recovery TV in Melbourne, Australia – that time when they ran off from the interview, snatched the house instruments to play The Grouch, and got thrown out afterwards. More pics: They also played the ANU Bar & Refectory in Canberra, Australia. 33 years ago (28 March 1992), Green Day played 924 Gilman Street.

Made a Saviors inspired bookmark.

Chart update- Alternative Airplay- 27, up from 29 Mainstream Rock Airplay- 29, up from 35 Rock and Alternative Airplay- debut at 50

(I am probably preaching to the choir here, so apologies in advanced lol) Does anyone else think that Billie Joe's voice is just sooo releasing? I was listening to Tre (the album) last night and right when I pressed play and Brutal Love began, I started to cry. His voice is just so soothing and just what I needed.

Hello ladies.

Some pics from Getty Images (there's more on their website)

Why do I feel like Billie lost a bet to Mike and Tre and had to read that speech as a result. They were cackling the whole time.

He part owns the Oakland Soul soccer team too. Awesome how he supports his hometown

Did someone call for my boys?

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGtlOS8AUMa/?igsh=MXJ2bXFlYWFkdHcwZQ== I‘ve just found this on Instagram. I think it really belongs in this thread. Enjoy!😊

Possibly just based on his romantic description of dancing with him on tour in In China With Green Day and this picture

I think having a full year of full Dookie and AI desensitized us to how un-fucking-believable that is as a set list. Songs like Coming Clean, All By Myself, She's a Rebel, Homecoming, Whastername... those are all some really deep cuts. It's understandable that they focus on hits for the rest of the setlist. This setlist is also 12 songs longer than the shows in Asia. So, you know, it's a pretty amazing setlist. I get wanting to get Scattered, Forever Now, etc., I do, but to say that the setlist is underwhelming is quite a stretch. Personally, I will never tire of AI in full. The setlist could be only those 13 songs and I'd be happy as a clam. And I am quite happy (and a bit jealous that I'm not there) for the Aussie fans who've got to experience these absolutely amazing shows we got to experience last year in Europe and US. Basically, this!

Loved the energy, Dookie in full was everything I hoped for. Such a huge and fantastic production and performance. Absolutely fantastic show.

Chart update- Alternative Airplay- 23, up from 27 Mainstream Rock Airplay- 25, up from 29 Rock and Alternative Airplay- 42, up from 50

I would love a new live album/live DVD combo! It's been far too long since Awesome As Fuck!

You start your new job and the first thing you put on your cubicle wall is a picture of Green Day. Not of your partner. Not even of your dog. Green. Day.

It's gonna be so cool! I hope this movie will get a tons of easter egg for hardcore fans like us.

Unbelievably I am outside the Hollywood Palladium right now 😂 I'm in LA to see my girlfriend and this was very convenient timing. I got here just before 8AM and was numbered 23. There are about 10 more people behind me. Lots of people have flown in and some camped out. The vibe around me is nice so far. No idea what to expect from the show but I'm sure it'll be fun. Probably can't say anything else about it until the film is out because we're not supposed to post about it online.

Maybe this will explain why Green Day is alllll about OEB right now, haha. It's now a radio hit. Yayyay https://www.forbes.com/sites/hughmcintyre/2025/03/24/green-day-joins-u2-and-pearl-jam-with-its-brand-new-and-also-old-radio-single/

https://www.instagram.com/p/DHY8oBrNcjy/?igsh=NDZrNTRpanl0bXNk GD are nominated for Best International Artist and Best International Live Artist. Voting is open!

In fact, dare we say it’s even more relevant today than when written! Amazing.

12 February 2025 This year, Green Day played the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand on the Saviors Tour. More photos on the GDA Tumblr 3 years ago (12 February 2022), Green Day played the Super Bowl LVI Music Fest at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA. More photos: 20 years ago (12 February 2005), Green Day went to the City Face Talent Lounge at the 47th Grammy Awards. More photos: 27 years ago (12 February 1998), Green Day played Huxley's Neue Welt in Berlin, Germany on the Nimrod Tour. 29 years ago (12 February 1996), Green Day played the Thebarton Theatre in Adelaide, Australia on the Insomniac Tour. -------------------------------------------------------- 13 February 2025 On this day 20 years ago (13 February 2005), Green Day performed American Idiot at the 47th Grammy Awards. American Idiot (the track) was nominated for Record of the Year (lost to Here We Go Again by Ray Charles & Norah Jones), Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal (lost to Vertigo by U2), Best Rock Song (lost to Vertigo by U2). The album was nominated for Album of the Year, but lost to Genius Loves Company by Ray Charles. However, it won Best Rock Album. More photos: 27 years ago (13 February 1998), Green Day played the Sky Club in Prague, Czech Republic on the Nimrod Tour. 34 years ago (13 February 1991), Green Day played Komotion in San Francisco. -------------------------------------------------------- 14 February 2025 On this day 28 years ago (14 February 1997), Green Day played show for 150 friends at a warehouse in Oakland, CA. 32 years ago (14 February 1993), Green Day played SOMA in San Diego, CA. More photos: -------------------------------------------------------- 15 February 2025 This year, Green Day played Carnaval Ancol in Jakarta, Indonesia on the Saviors Tour. More photos on the GDA Tumblr There's a recap of several Asian shows on GDA, but here's the recap I posted in the thread after the show: 20 years ago (15 February 2005), Green Day played on VH1 Storytellers in Santa Monica, CA. More photos: 27 years ago (15 February 1998), Green Day played the Hala Tivoli in Ljubljana, Slovenia on the Nimrod Tour. 29 years ago (15 February 1996), Green Day played the Logan Campbell Centre in Auckland, New Zealand on the Insomniac Tour – their first show in NZ. 31 years ago (15 February 1994), Green Day played the Cattle Club in Sacramento, CA on the Dookie Tour. More photos: 33 years ago (15 February 1993), Green Day played the Phoenix Theatre in Petaluma, CA. 34 years ago (15 February 1991), Green Day played 924 Gilman Street. -------------------------------------------------------- 16 February 2025 On this day 31 years ago (16 February 1994), Green Day played The Catalyst in Santa Cruz, CA on the Dookie Tour. -------------------------------------------------------- 17 February 2025 On this day 27 years ago (17 February 2025), Green Day played Volkshaus in Zurich, Switzerland on the Nimrod Tour. 29 years ago (17 February 1996), Green Day played Richardson Field in Honolulu, Hawaii on the Insomniac Tour. 31 years ago (17 February 1994), Green Day played Slim's in San Francisco, CA on the Dookie Tour. More photos:

Here's the full show I'm still not over it. The vibe all around me was amazing and I can still recall that feeling that the whole arena was shaking. Billie and Mike were SO close when they came out onto the catwalk. You know when you were however old you were when Bullet in a Bible came out, and you watched Billie kneeling on the catwalk and sighed wistfully, thinking you'd never be that close? That kid was there with me in Yokohama, screaming enough to make me more deaf than I already am. I was so stressed before I left, I'd had so much bad luck on the trip, and then I was beyond devastated that my mum couldn't make it. The universe was definitely looking out for me when I got shoved into that spot and Green Day put on such a good show. Anyway, I'm writing a GDA recap of the shows I went to in Asia. It'll probably be posted soon.

As always with ''Trilogy as one album'' posts, I dislike them heavily due to fans dictating what song is shit and what isn't while forgetting that Trilogy albums have clear themes: Uno! is party starter, Dos! is in the party and Tre! is hangover. Truth is that all Trilogy songs (except Lazy Bones that is clearly misplaced in Dos!, it should've been in Tre!) are important for their respective themes what albums represent. Nightlife wouldn't work on Uno! for example nor does it work as individual song, but in full album listen it's groovy and fun to listen at. The Forgotten is one of the weakest ballads Green Day has ever released, but it serves as great album and Trilogy closer. I could go on and on. Trilogy should never be just one album, even if there are some clear fillers. I love every single song and I think they're all equal. See You Tonight/Fuck Time starter to the album is the second best opener to album Green Day has made. So clever and fun.

This video is from my first Green Day show ever 😭

No, I didn't make it. Biggest Fomo of my life. But Japan was so so so amazing. Seeing them two nights in a row was like a dream come true. I met so many people who were so nice and amazing and it never seemed like we were meeting for the first time. Ugh, just take me back again.

I think music fandoms have a tendency to worry every tour is the last one, even for younger artists. And I understand things happen and you never know what the future holds — that’s why I take in and appreciate every time I’m able to see them as though it’s the last time. But pending an unexpected bad event, I never think about the artists I like retiring or quitting music. The types of musicians I follow love what they do and I assume they’ll keep doing their job until they physically can’t anymore! All he meant was this was a special anniversary tour that they likely won’t repeat, which is what made it so special, but also what makes it sad that it’s over, I’m sure as much for them as for us.

Just don't even tempt fate. Tbf I genuinely believe, like Beej has Bern saying for years, that Green Day will only end when "one of them gets carried off in a box" - so we're good for a while. Just stay healthy, whole, and loved boys. The world needs you. ❤️

Billie, don’t be sad! We will gladly keep having you perform AI in full as often as you want!

Awwww Billie tearing up singing Whatsername last night "and just like that it's been 20 years" - I wanted to give him the biggest hug.

Last Night On Earth reaching its peak with 346,228 streams, more than Holiday, Brain Stew, When I Come Around, 21 Guns, Welcome to Paradise and Know Your Enemy. Edit: Again, reached its peak with 350,509 daily streams. Amazing!

For me, it has to be 21 Century Breakdown. The 21st Century Breakdown World Tour is Green Day's absolute peak in my opinion, and I love the entire era's look so much. (Also a lot of nostalgia for that era so I'm completely biased)

On this day 12 years ago (31 March 2013), Green Day played the Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh, PA on the 99 Revolutions Tour. Well, this was one of the best shows I’ve ever been to and it also gave me one of my best Green Day stories. I went to a few American shows on the 99 Revolutions Tour – Rosemont, this one and Philly. A girl sang Longview and when it was time for her to stage dive, Billie gestured for the crowd to put their hands up to catch her, but noticed that I was in the firing line and told me to cover my face. The venue security pulled my hands away and told me to put them up. Should have done what Billie said. The girl jumped awkwardly and landed boots-down on my face. There was blood everywhere, my glasses were broken, and security were fussing around me with ice and water. At first I thought I was fine and the staff were overreacting. Billie and I exchanged thumbs-up and the band started Basket Case. The next thing I knew, I thought I was in my bed at home, dreaming about seeing Green Day in Pittsburgh. I woke up in the first aid area with blood still gushing from my nose. A paramedic asked how I felt. I said I was disappointed I’d lost my barrier spot and asked if I could go back into the pit. She laughed and said that was what the last person said, but no, I was not going anywhere. I watched the rest of the show from the first aid box in a daze. Once the show ended, Eddie (the band’s head of security at the time and one of the loveliest people I’ve ever met) approached me with something and said, ‘Mike wanted me to give you this.’ It was the jacket he’d been wearing for the last few shows. Tre had also passed on a drumstick. I exclaimed, ‘really?!’ Eddie laughed and replied, ‘yes, really.’ I thanked Mike for the jacket on Instagram later and he replied, ‘you gals looked like you were having so much fun! Glad they got you my jacket! XX’ Everyone has always said they’re sorry I got knocked out but there’s no need to be. It was hilarious! I might have been gutted if the concussion had stopped me going to the next show, but I didn’t even consider it – the resilience of an 18 year-old determined to see their favourite band is quite something 😂 I even hammered the glasses back into shape and wore them for another year. The scar lasted a while but it’s gone now. 23 years ago (31 March 2002), Green Day played the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan. 27 years ago (31 March 1998), Green Day played a second night at the UNSW Roundhouse in Sydney, Australia on the Nimrod Tour.

Oh yes please. And even another Bullet in a Bible maybe. And this time uncut thank you very much. Having been there, although made up being able to relive Milton Keynes, tad disappointed all the bits they left out. Still always get goosebumps every time I watch it. So lucky, lucky, lucky. Truly privileged blessed, and humbled, to see GD live through 4 decades. Green Day I love you so much.

Billie can deliver a pizza to me any time...maybe not a deep dish...I don't need him to shart in my house

On this day 8 years ago (20 March 2017), Green Day played the Firstontario Centre in Hamilton, Canada on the Revolution Radio Tour. More photos: 20 years ago (20 March 2005), Green Day played a second night at the Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan on the American Idiot Tour. 27 years ago (20 March 1998), Green Day played a second night at the Matsushita IMP Hall in Osaka, Japan on the Nimrod Tour. 29 years ago (20 March 1996), Green Day played Palasport in Florence, Italy on the Insomniac Tour. 31 years ago (20 March 1994), Green Day played Axis in Boston, MA on the Dookie Tour. 33 years ago (20 March 1992), Green Day played Le Chateau in Berkeley, CA. This one?

Love to see him still rocking the low slung pants! I can't believe pizza boy Billie hasn't graced this thread yet

Not the highest resolution pics, but we finally got some bellie shots. ❤️

Billie in red and black stripes…. I love it! Great speech 😂😂 I agree, it did sound like a bet or something, the way he said “ alright, alright, I’ll do it.

@pacejunkie punk Someone on Twitter mentioned it’s a speech from Boogie Nights and they’re correct. He nailed it:

Last night I dreamed that The Coverups played 8th Avenue Serenade but I was so stunned that I just stood there. Everyone thought I'd never actually listened to it and I was just lying about it being my favourite Green Day song to sound cool. Later they covered This Love by Taylor Swift, but the show ended early because my reaction to 8th Avenue Serenade somehow prompted the apocalypse. Don't remember exactly what the apocalypse entailed except fans trying to meet Green Day when whatever was happening took out their bodyguards (most realistic part of the dream).

My co-worker was giving us a musical trivia quiz and the question was "blank Luft Balloons plus blank Light Years Away". My brain got fuzzy for second, because I was like, for sure they can't be including a deep cut Green Day song?

Keeps going up. Up to 366,000 yesterday.

Do you have a link? 🥺 Ugh, I so hope they release a DVD (or whatever kids use these days) with professional recording of one of the full Dookie and AI concerts. Those shows need to be immortalized.