The shows I would classify as the best or most memorable came from acts I did not expect.
Fleetwood Mac - I've always liked Fleetwood Mac, but never enough to buy tickets to a show. My mom got me floor seats for my birthday once. There was no reason these old rockers should have as much fun playing a Wednesday night show in Calgary, AB as they seemed to be having. Lindsay Buckinham in particular appeared to be having a blast. Just a stellar show.
Coldplay - Saw the Mylo Xyloto tour. Made me wish I'd seen them earlier. They definitely know how to play a stadium with coordinated wristband lights, and playing in different parts of the building. Lots of energy. Just wish the album they were playing was X&Y or Rush of Blood to the Head.
Arctic Monkeys - Sasquatch. At this point I had only heard of Arctic Monkeys, but never heard them. Seeing them play "I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor" live made me an instant fan.
Mumford and Sons - Sasquatch. Still not a M&S fan. But the first few notes of Fleetwood Mac's "The Chain" echoing through the Gorge in pure darkness, with Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zero's joining them, was one of the best musical experiences I've ever had.
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