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Foo Fighters Nate Mendel Talks Pittsburgh ..............................5 Calendar of Events ....................................................................11 CONSOL Energy Center Building Information .........................13 CONSOL Energy Center Map ...................................................18 CONSOL Energy Center Concessions .....................................19 CONSOL Energy Center Tours .................................................23 Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation ...............................................25 Joel Osteen Brings “A Night of Hope” to Pittsburgh ...............29 Honors, Sell-Outs Mark CONSOL Energy Center’s First Anniversary ........................................................................33 Cover Photo: Steve Gullick
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FOO FIGHTERS NATE MENDEL TALKS PITTSBURGH By: Pam Thompson
Foo Fighters’ bassist Nate Mendel has some advice for those attending the rock band’s concert at CONSOL Energy Center this fall. “At the end of the night we’re going to be sweaty, tired, and possibly hoarse, and we expect nothing less from you. So, uh, wear comfortable shoes,” says Mendel. Led by Dave Grohl, Chris Shiflett, Taylor Hawkins, Pat Smear and Mendel are the Grammy Award winning Foo Fighters. Mendel, the first of the group’s members drafted by Grohl in 1995, has been a constant on all of the band’s albums and tours. Sometimes referred to “the quiet one” or the “anchor” of the group, Mendel shares his thoughts on the popularity of Foo Fighters, their newest hit album, “Wasting Light,” and his journey as a musician. All six of the Foo Fighters’ earlier albums were nominated for the Grammy Awards Best Rock Album and three of them won the award. Foo Fighters’ Pittsburgh performance follows the debut of the group’s seventh album, “Wasting Light.” The newest album distinguished itself by immediately topping the US Billboard 200 chart, a first for Foo Fighters. It also topped charts internationally through Europe as well as in Australia and New Zealand. “Wasting Light” also grabbed four-star lead reviews from “Rolling Stone” and “People”, and an A- lead review from “Entertainment Weekly” that states, “Foo Fighters never feel like a backward-looking band. Light is a muscular rock & roll throwdown, featuring the Foos delivering exactly the kind of catchy, pummeling anthems they’re known for, with total disregard for the whims of the masses.” continued on page 6
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Asked what about Wasting Light -- or the Foo Fighters – gave this set the boost to the top, Mendel says: “It’s a little tough to say, from the perspective of a player in the band. I think there’s a bit of absence making the heart grow fonder at work. We took a couple years off between this and the last record. Also, there is a difference between this and the last few records, it’s more direct, I think, in the song structures, and perhaps that’s making it more accessible.” Contemplating the wide appeal of Foo Fighters’ songs, Mendel says, “It’s honest music, maybe that is part of it. We enjoy playing, making records, and touring, and we work hard at it, and I think -- I ~Nate Mendel hope -- that that is something
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that comes across to people when they encounter our band. If we’re enjoying ourselves and doing this for the right reasons, it creates an authenticity that people can relate to.” Talking about where Foo Fighters music is going, Mendel says: “Our new album was a little bit of an effort to simplify things, and do things the way we did them when we were younger musicians; playing in the garage, recording to tape, and choosing very direct songs, as opposed to some of the more exploratory songs of the last few albums. I think the band was synthesizing. If I had to guess, I’d say that would be setting us up to branch out again and try some reinvention, but that is really difficult to say. We’ll have to figure that out when the time comes to begin writing again. “As far as music in general, I think that we’re pretty ripe for some reconstruction and reinvention. It seems like the past has been pretty thoroughly mined which would open up space for something large and challenging to surface.” Foo Fighters made the music scene 16 years ago, and Mendel says that being an older band playing to younger fans feels “about as weird as you’d imagine.” “We have been doing music since we were kids, and somewhere along the way we became men, like old men, with children and grey hair and all
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the rest. And yet, you still feel like playing music, so you just deal with the generational issue as best you can,” he says. Reflecting on Foo Fighters tours early on and now, Mendel recalls: “A couple of the early tours really stick out, probably because it was all so new at the time. There was our first van tour, opening for Mike Watt, and the tour we did of Southeast Asia with the Beastie Boys and Sonic Youth. Mendel says that this summer’s European tour is turning out very well: “I think (it) could be one of the most memorable. It’s five weeks long, which is like a tour we would have done in ‘97, although it’s completely different because we’re headlining festivals now, and also traveling with all of our children. “Being able to share the experience with them is incredible.” Asked if he has a favorite superhero, Mendel says he wasn’t ever into the comic book thing, but “Catwoman was kind of foxy.” Does he have a real life hero? Mendel talks about Seasick Steve who recently did a guest performance with Foo Fighters in England. “I rode to the show with him.” says Mendel. “He…made a full life for himself doing things his own way and now makes hit records in his 70s. I don’t know if I’d call him a hero, but I respect that.” Talking about his childhood, Mendel recalls, “I just wanted to ride skateboards all day long, and then later ride skateboards and play music. Later I thought it might make sense to have a career, so I went to college and studied journalism.” On performing, Mendel says, “I like that it’s still a challenge. I’m absolutely not a flawless musician, and as many times as we’ve played some of these songs, I always know that I can play it better and I love trying to do that.” The best thing about his career, says Mendel, “The freedom -- and being able to say that I like my job.” While they last, tickets for the Foo Fighters Pittsburgh concert are available at the Dick’s Sporting Goods Box Office at CONSOL Energy Center, and through all Ticketmaster locations, at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 1-800-745-3000.
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BUILDING INFORMATION ACCESSIBLE PARKING/SEATING Accessible spaces are available in the parking garage adjacent to CONSOL Energy Center. Parking is first-come, first-served and spaces are limited. An early arrival is strongly recommended. Accessible seating is available on all levels for all events at CONSOL Energy Center.
ATM MACHINES For the convenience of our fans, ATMs are available in CONSOL Energy Center: First Niagara Bank - Outside section 119 and 230, and in the lobby of the Trib Total Media Gate PNC Bank on PNC Legends Level - Outside of party suite 44 and suite 13
BANNERS AND SIGNS Banners and signs are permitted for most events, providing they are appropriate, as deemed by building management.
CREDIT CARDS VISA, Discover, MasterCard and American Express credit cards are accepted at all merchandise and concession stands.
ENTRANCES AND EXITS There are four (4) points of entry into CONSOL Energy Center: American Eagle Gate (Fifth Avenue and Washington Place), Trib Total Media Gate (Centre Avenue Lower Entrance), Verizon Gate (Centre Avenue Upper Entrance), and a private parking garage entrance for suite ticket holders.
FIRST AID There are two (2) UPMC First Aid Stations, one on each level of CONSOL Energy Center. UPMC First Aid is located adjacent to the Guest Services office outside section 104 and behind the concession stand at section 232.
LOST AND FOUND If an item is lost or found during an event please see the Guest Services office located outside section 104 or call 412.804.7903 after the event.
PROHIBITED ITEMS Bags, back packs, air horns, coolers (hard/ soft sided), thermoses, large purses, cans, bottles, flasks, alcoholic beverages, laser pointers, video or audio recording devices, professional cameras/lens, tripods, banners or signs on poles, weapons or any other items deemed dangerous and/or inappropriate are strictly prohibited. Small purses, camera cases, binocular cases and diaper bags will be permitted, however, all items that do not pass security must be returned to vehicles.
QUESTIONS For general questions, please call 412.642.1800 or e-mail info@consolenergycenter.com.
RE-ENTRY POLICY Exit and re-entry is not permitted at CONSOL Energy Center.
SECURITY In the interest of guests and staff safety, a search process is required for all events in order to prevent guests from bringing unauthorized and prohibited items into the arena.
SMOKING POLICY Smoking is not permitted inside CONSOL Energy Center.
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handbills, flyers, pamphlets, printed materials, as well as the solicitation of signatures, is not permitted on CONSOL Energy Center property without proper authorization from management.
TAG-A-KID In the event a parent and child might be separated at a CONSOL Energy Center event, parents can register their child with the Tag-A-Kid program. A wristband with the parent’s seat location and contact number will be given to the child. Registration is available at the Guest Services office located outside section 104.
VIDEO CAMERAS Use of video or audio recording equipment is strictly prohibited. CONSOL Energy Center reserves the right to confiscate any tape or film and remove the patron from the building.
WHEELCHAIRS A limited number of wheelchairs are available for transporting guests that are disabled to their seating location. Guests can be transported from the gates to their seats. If a wheelchair is needed for the duration of the event, guests must supply their own wheelchairs. Wheelchairs cannot be reserved in advance. Upon arrival, guests can arrange for a wheelchair at any entrance of CONSOL Energy Center. Please see a CONSOL Energy Center employee to assist with wheelchair transportation.
WILL CALL Tickets ordered or prepaid can be picked up at the Dick’s Sporting Goods Box Office, located in the lobby of the Trib Total Media Gate. Will Call windows open one (1) hour prior to events and patrons must present valid photo identification and the credit card of record when picking up tickets.
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CONSOL ENERGY CENTER TOURS By: Pam Thompson
Tickets for CONSOL Energy Center’s tours are hot and drawing visitors of all ages and interests who want to see more of the Pittsburgh Penguins’ home and the city’s newest, greenest entertainment facility. Presented by Bayer MaterialScience, tours walk visitors through areas of the building that fans might not get to see when they attend a game or other entertainment. More than $1 million worth of artwork is on display. It includes wall murals, 10 PNC Legendary Moments shadowboxes and photography featuring Pittsburgh Penguins players. Tours provide an exclusive look at all seating levels of CONSOL Energy Center, as well as the First Niagara, Captain Morgan and Lexus clubs, a Canadian Club Party Suite, select locker rooms and more. “The tour will highlight the environmentally friendly components of the building that qualified CONSOL Energy Center to become the first NHL Arena to receive LEED Gold Certification,” says David Peart, Vice President, Pittsburgh Penguins. “The education of sustainable building, energy savings and resource conservation is one of Bayer MaterialScience key business objectives,” says Sean Kelly, Bayer MaterialScience, Communications. Tour tickets are available online at www.consolenergycenter.com or through www.ticketmaster.com, by calling 412.804.7837, or by visiting the Dick’s Sporting Goods Box Office at CONSOL Energy Center during normal business hours.
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JOEL OSTEEN BRINGS ‘A NIGHT OF HOPE’ TO PITTSBURGH By: Pam Thompson
Joel Osteen has been looking forward to bringing “A Night of Hope” to Pittsburgh. Talking about his September 9 appearance at CONSOL Energy Center, the pastor is enthusiastic: “It’s special to go back to Pittsburgh. It’s been a while since we’ve been there. There are lots of good people and friends there, and we look forward to seeing them.” And in regard to his first visit to CONSOL Energy Center, Osteen, says, “It’s exciting! I can’t wait to see it.” This comes from the man accustomed to preaching before thousands weekly as pastor of what Forbes Magazine has called America’s largest church. Each week, Osteen, senior pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, preaches in person to more than 40,000 attendees who come to his church, as well as a television audience of more than 10 million American households. Asked what his Pittsburgh audience will remember about his ministry, Osteen says, “I hope that they’ll remember our core message that God is good. He is for them.” He says that for his audience, “It’s different at an event, more informal. I take time to talk with people and I hope to encourage them. I hope that they will go home better than when they came.” Osteen, a three-time, New York Times best-selling author, theorizes about what has caused people to flock to him and the Lakewood Church. He says: “I think that there’s the message that’s positive and hopeful…. Many things pull us down, like the economy and natural disasters. Our message is about hope…. It’s practical. Lots of churches are continued on page 31
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making their messages more practical.” He says, “My goals personally are to keep growing, learning and getting better at what I do.” For Lakewood Church, Osteen wants to impact more people in a positive way. He says that using media and events like the one in Pittsburgh will help to reach people who might not have grown up in church like he did to let them know that God is relevant to us all. For years he stayed behind the scenes of the church founded and led by his father, opting to produce the local weekly broadcasts of Lakewood’s services and declining his father’s requests to preach. “I just never had the desire. I don’t believe it was the right time. My personality is quiet and reserved. I was very nervous,” says Osteen. In January of 1999 Osteen was 35 when he preached for the first time. Looking back, he says, “It was funny. My dad called that Monday and asked me to preach that Sunday like he had a thousand times before.” “I did it for my father,” and at the time Osteen thought that he had fulfilled a one-time request for his dad. It was the last Sunday of his father’s life. “When my Dad died, I took a step of faith” says Osteen, who preaches that God has a plan for every person. “I never dreamed it would lead to all it has led to.” 31 ]
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HONORS, SELL-OUTS MARK CONSOL ENERGY CENTER’S FIRST ANNIVERSARY By: Pam Thompson
Paul McCartney sold out the first two concert dates at CONSOL Energy Center on August 18 & 19, 2010.
CONSOL Energy Center marks its first anniversary in August and an inaugural year filled with prestigious distinctions in entertainment, sports and environmental awareness. •
POLLSTAR, the concert industry’s leading business trade publication, honored Pittsburgh’s state-of-the-art entertainment site with its award for Best New Major Concert Venue in North America, a selection made by leading concert industry executives.
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Home to the Pittsburgh Penguins, CONSOL Energy Center is the first arena in the NHL to achieve LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) Gold Certification.
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Sept. 26, 2010 continued from page 33| Roger Waters “The Wall” An entertainment magnet for the Pittsburgh region, CONSOL Energy Center is on target to draw more than 2 million ticketed patrons in year one. •
Huge names in entertainment took to the stage with Paul McCartney selling out the first two concert dates at CONSOL Energy Center.
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Record breaking attendances were turned in by Bon Jovi and Elton John, and crowds packed the center for Lady Gaga, Rush, Roger Waters, Justin Bieber and Trans-Siberian Orchestra, and others.
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The Pittsburgh Penguins sell-out streak continued at CONSOL Energy Center for every regular season home game and all four post-season contests during the 2010-11 season with the 200th consecutive sellout celebrated on March 12.
Dec. 1, 2010 City Game Pitt vs Duquesne
Sept. 5, 2010 & Feb. 26, 2011 Lady Gaga
Dec. 13, 2010 Justin Bieber
Mar. 18, 2011 | Celtic Woman
Feb. 11 & 12, 2011 Bon Jovi
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HAPPY FIRST ANNIVERSARY TO THE CONSOL ENERGY CENTER!
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Penguins players saluted the crowd at CONSOL Energy Center after their final regular season home game.
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Pittsburgh box office records were set for a range of family shows, including Monster Jam, Harlem Globetrotters, Shrine Circus, Disney on Ice, WWE and Nuclear Cowboyz Motorcross.
Online, CONSOL Energy Center is 3rd out of 46 NHL/NBA arenas for fans on Facebook, only trailing Madison Square Garden and Staples Center. In its first year, 10 non-hockey events for national television audiences on eight networks originated from the new arena. The site has been awarded the 2012 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament 2nd and 3rd Rounds, and the 2013 NCAA Men’s Hockey Frozen Four. There are plenty of memories for Penguins fans in their first season at CONSOL Energy Center. To name just a few: •
September 18-19, 2010, Penguins training camp opened at CONSOL Energy Center with tens of thousands of fans gathering to watch.
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November 12, 2010, the Penguins kicked off a 12-game winning streak and a 9-game home winning streak with a 5-1 win over Tampa Bay.
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November 12, 2010, Marc-Andre Fleury picked up his 150th career win becoming the 7th youngest goaltender in NHL history to do so.
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November 27 and December 2, 2010, Sidney Crosby recorded back-to-back home hat tricks.
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February 10, Dan Bylsma became the fifth fastest coach in NHL history to secure 100 wins, with a 2-1 OT victory over Los Angeles, and in June, Bylsma received the Jack Adams Award for best NHL coach.
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The Penguins finished the 201011 regular season with a 25-13-2 record at CONSOL Energy Center – the third-most home wins in the NHL.
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