Backing up the music was an impressive array of lights and pyrotechnics. There was a six story high screen, and all kinds of strobes and spotlights around the audience. Most impressive were the pyrotechnics on the stage, which shot off jets of fire, smoke and even fireworks. There was also a cameo by the Blue Man Group which was fun, but very short. I would have liked to see them return.
The most powerful moment of the show, and one of the best concert moments I’ve ever experienced, was his “Adagio for Strings” remix. It’s a great track to begin with, but perfectly timed with the bass hit was a confetti drop. I’ve seen confetti drops before, but none filled the auditorium like this one did. The confetti hung in the air and I looked around as it descended around me. It was incredible to behold.
That said, I wished Tiesto had mixed in a few more popular or non-trance songs into his set. After five hours, everything blended together and even having a remix of something more known would have given us a new thrill. Now, I’m sure bigger Tiesto fans would disagree, but when you’ve got six hours, there should be room for a little variety.
But, I wasn’t there so much for the music as for the experience, and in that respect, Tiesto and Jes did not disappoint. It was a sold out house, all completely absorbed in the music, and I can’t wait for my next techno show: Daft Punk at Coney Island.
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