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Green Day Warming Up For Tour

A View of the Stage

A View of the Stage

Photographers at the Fonda had two songs -- about eight minutes, Albanese estimates -- to get their shots of Green Day. Once the lensmen were allowed into the venue, they had to catch up to the down-to-business trio, already launching into their energetic set.

Photo: Stephen Albanese

Jun 06, 2009