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EVERYTHING YOU EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT BFD...AND MORE!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When and where is BFD?
A: BFD is this Saturday, June 9th at the Shoreline Amphitheatre.
Q: Where's that?
A: One Amphitheatre Parkway in Mountain View.
For directions, click here and scroll to the bottom.
Q: Where can I get more information on the Shoreline Amphitheatre?
A: Click here for more info on the Shoreline.
Q: When do doors open?
A: 10:30am
Q: What time can I start lining up?
A: As early as you like.
Q: Are there ins and outs at Shoreline?
A: No
Q: What's the deal with parking?
A: When you arrive, you will be directed where to park. Parking was included in the price of your ticket so you will not have to pay an additional fee unless you want Premier Parking, which costs an additional $20. Check with a Shoreline parking attendant for information on Premier Parking. Don't forget to make a mental note of where you parked!
Q: Is there a disability section at Shoreline?
A: Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View is a fantastic venue for our guests with disabilities to enjoy. If you need additional help getting to your seat location ask a Guest Services Representative or ''''GSR'''' upon entering the gates at Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View. Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View has wheelchair accessible seating that can accommodate various height needs so that wheelchair users can see the stage. When ordering tickets please indicate if you have such a need.
Q: When does the show start?
A: The first band to play is Every Move A Picture at 11:30am on the Festival Stage.
Q: How many stages are there?
A: Three...the Main Stage, the Festival Stage and the Local Lounge Stage.
Q: Who won the BFD Local Band Contest at Bottom of the Hill?
A: Overview, and they open up the Local Lounge Stage at 12noon.
Q: Which local bands are playing on the Local Lounge Stage?
A: In this order: Overview, Honeycut, Poor Bailey, Minipop, Immigrant and Audrye Sessions.
Q: Who's playing on the Festival Stage?
A: In this order: Every Move A Picture, The Matches, CSS, Street To Nowhere, The Lovemakers, Tiger Army, Shiny Toy Guns, Sum 41, Cold War Kids, The Bravery, The Faint and Silversun Pickups.
Q: Who's playing on the Main Stage?
A: In this order: Scissors For Lefty, Kaiser Chiefs, Interpol, Queens of the Stone Age, Social Disortion and Bloc Party.
Q: Can I get set times for any of the bands?
A: We don't release those until day of show because times are subject to change and if we tell you one thing now and it changes, you might miss your favorite band and then you'll be mad at us! What we can tell you is that the Local Lounge Stage runs from 12noon until 3:50pm, the Festival Stage runs from 11:30am until 5:45pm and the Main Stage runs from 6:05pm until 11:25pm. At least, that's what we've planned. Those times are still subject to change but we hope they won't!
Q: Which bands will be signing autographs?
A: For a list of bands signing autographs and the times, go to the Autograph Booth in Lucky's Bar. There will be a list of bands and times and again, those times are subject to change so check back throughout the day for the latest list of bands and times.
Q: Can I bring something for my favorite band to sign?
A: You can bring a CD booklet, photo or poster. We will have posters available as well, while supplies last. There will also be a BFD program that you can have bands sign. Or they can sign you!
Q: Will there be a LIVE 105 BFD shirt I can buy?
A: Yes!
Q: What am I allowed to bring into Shoreline?
A: You may bring disposable cameras, digital cameras, small bags or backpacks (subject to detailed inspection), snacks or picnic food in one clear, plastic gallon size bag (one per person), factory sealed bottled water and small umbrellas (tote size), ponchos or rain coats...and sunscreen, don't forget that!
Q: What am I not allowed to bring into Shoreline?
A: You are not allowed to bring professional cameras (this includes small, medium or large detachable lenses), camping chairs in carrying bags, video or audio recording devices, laser pointers, sharp or dangerous items such as weapons, knives, spiked items, chains, fireworks & mace. If these items are in your possession when attempting to enter the gate, you will be asked to check in the prohibited item at Guest Services. You will be able to retrieve your items upon leaving the venue after the completion of the show.
Q: How can I meet the LIVE 105 DJs?
A: The LIVE 105 DJs (including everyone from the Woody Show) will be at the LIVE 105 booth in front of Lucky's Bar throughout the day so come on by and say hi!
Q: Are there any charity organizations at BFD?
A: Yes, five. Look for Music Saves Lives, ONE, Oxfam America and the San Mateo County Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation in the Community Connection zone on the bridge on the right side of the concourse. Also, the Lymphoma Research Foundation will have a booth and be raffling off guitars. For more info on these organizations, click on Community Connection.
Q: What should I do if I'm not going to BFD?
A: Listen to the almost commercial-free live broadcast from 10am until 10pm to hear the play-by-play and interviews with most of the BFD bands. And be sure to check back here, at LIVE105.com for web updates (including pics, video, and podcasts with BFD artists and LIVE 105 DJs) throughout the day!...THANKS FOR LISTENING!
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