Not as flashy as previous evening but, for the most part, flows well
1st Set: Busting out of the fence is a pretty good "Hell" that doesn't differ from the norm. At moments it appears that "Sugaree" will become seriously combustable, but instead a just a fine fine version is produced. About a minute before we head into the minor rumblings of the "New Minglewood" Not Bobby's finest slide solo moments, but the band crunches enough to satiate. Like always, Brent's energy is such a boost to any song, especially his toy piano work in "FOTD." Say what you want about his songs, or his oft sloppiness but Brent was consistently engaging...always seeking to prove his worth to a band whose most important work came 7-12 years before his arrival. Yet his youthful eagerness worked wonders with a band sometimes searching for purpose. "Quen Jane" is slightly rushed through but is very well pronounced. "TLMD" is awfully sincere and sweetly intentioned. It's time for a dynamic "Let's Grow" and that's just about what we get. It's attacked, if not with a fury...with undeniable relish. "We'll be back in a little bit."
2nd Set: Nice thinking opening up with a "Playin." The song is well-composed but Bobby is trying a bit too hard with his enunciating. The ensuing jam doesn't get all that deep...Brent's too busy setting up the sparkling sky and Jerry's describing as well instead of prodding. It's pretty though and after some unnecessary noodling, they opt for "Crazy." I've always dug Phil's little pebble attack in this song that spurs along versions that need extra greasing. Jerry sounds lovely throughout. "Samson" definitely picks up the pace, but Bobby's forgetting lyrcis and I can think of plenty of versions from '77 and 3/22/90 that kicks this touche. That being said,it grooves. Wow, didn't expect fire during the bridge (see 5:45) Stop/Start and into an investigative "Playin Jam" And as long as you're looking within yourself, might as well search for your "Eyes." Minor intro jam but a spiffy if too linear version. It quiets up and drifts off as "Drums" approaches. It's loud whereas "Space" features a active spaceship hovering and 'farting?' (like at
4:15 and 4:24) Something's happening onboard and I hope it's not malelovent. (I have been misspelling this work, and will continue to) Of course "TOO" is near and when it arrives it's filled with capably handable menice. Plenty of sound effects throughout. "Stella" is pretty standard, Jerry tries but he's not in that mood. The off-putting realization leaves the band feeling the wear and takes them a bit to feel it during "Throwing." Things bristle with a bit more tension as the song develops. Still it's a bit underwhelming. Bom-de bop bop... of course it's "NFA" time. It's a pretty good post-hiatus version, followed by 4 minutes of chanting before they end the show with...
a decently measured but bit tired "Quinn."
3 1/4 stars