LOS ANGELES—Local band Weezer christened their highly anticipated “The Gathering” tour with a surprise pop-up rooftop performance Tuesday. Thousands of fans congregated below. They strained to hear the band. This event marks the official launch of “The Gathering.” Weezer will also release new single “Shine Again” on April 1. It precedes their fall arena tour.
Angels Descend, Or Maybe Just Pigeons
The makeshift stage sat atop a mid-Wilshire office building. Lead singer Rivers Cuomo emerged wearing a slightly-too-small t-shirt. He addressed the assembled masses. “We are here,” Cuomo stated, his voice barely audible over the traffic. “This is The Gathering.” He then launched into a surprisingly mellow rendition of “Buddy Holly.” Many fans claimed they heard it. Others were not so sure. “I think I heard something,” said fan Brenda Peterson, 42. She is a self-proclaimed Weezer superfan. “It sounded like… music. Or maybe just the wind.” The band hopes “The Gathering” will bring their devoted fanbase closer together.
A New Era of Awkwardness
The rooftop setlist featured a mix of beloved hits and new material. New single “Shine Again” was reportedly played. Its release date is April 1. This timing has raised eyebrows. Experts predict a surge in early spring prank calls. “This is a bold move for Weezer,” commented music industry analyst Chad Broggan. He is the Senior Vice President of Sonic Strategy at Generic Music Group. “Dropping a song on April Fools’ Day is a gamble. But Weezer has always courted that peculiar brand of fan devotion.” The band hopes “The Gathering” continues this legacy. They aim to gather fans in new and unexpected ways.
At press time, reports surfaced of a rogue pigeon attempting to join the band on stage. It was quickly shooed away by a security guard wielding a broom. The pigeon was reportedly unimpressed.
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