Oh, and as ever, to be able to jump from an official, glorious quality 1999 version of "Incident" in an official, glorious quality version of "Real World" from 1992 is a privilege.
Even just looking at the "Light of Day", "Human Touch" and "Glory Days" (Etc. etc.) that I could play after this makes me feel good.
@Mario Brega The discussion on BTX around your predicted choice from the East Rutherford 1999 stand was interesting, lots of people saying the night before was better. Then again, a killer show experienced in person doesn't always translate to a killer audio only listening experience (St Louis 2008, I'm looking at you). TBH, anything from 99/00 is welcome here... my appreciation for that tour has grown exponentially pretty much with every release from it.
Honestly I'd say I listen to the 1999 releases least out of everything, which is crazy given how highly I rate them all. I feel like I always go to listen to Philly, Chicago or LA, but end up opting for something else instead.
Hoyed "Incident" from September 25th on just now though, before "Real World" from Boston '92, and I'm remembering why I should always stick with my initial instincts. I still love how Bruce just avoids ballsing up that opening guitar solo on this one 😂
I think it's ok to forget about certain songs and performances for a while. It's a mechanism that gives us an opportunity to be amazed over and over again. I don't mind forgetting.
It's an amazing list of shows, presented in the best quality. If the series ended now, I'd be satisfied. All the tours since 1975 are represented. If you asked me what my wildest dream was in 2008, this would be the answer. Sure, some of the mastering is a bit "hot". If you invest in decent sound equipment, you will never be unsatisfied. I have the shows in Apple lossless on my iPhone 12 Max. I rock with my Airpods Max. I just played the Roxy 78 show while watching the Rose Bowl game today. I am so grateful at this point.
I'd expect an easy to mix release in January. I'd also bet it will be here Friday....Maybe a Joad show from Fall 95 or maybe a full album show from November 09.
Obviously, Mario is more an expert on the archive series than I'll ever be, since it's his writings that often remind me of gems in the series that I've lost in the scope of the whole thing.
Being among the few who prefer full-band Real World just slightly over the solo piano versions, that would have been on my list. That's a personal favorite I waited a long time to see released.
Oh, and as ever, to be able to jump from an official, glorious quality 1999 version of "Incident" in an official, glorious quality version of "Real World" from 1992 is a privilege.
Even just looking at the "Light of Day", "Human Touch" and "Glory Days" (Etc. etc.) that I could play after this makes me feel good.
@Mario Brega The discussion on BTX around your predicted choice from the East Rutherford 1999 stand was interesting, lots of people saying the night before was better. Then again, a killer show experienced in person doesn't always translate to a killer audio only listening experience (St Louis 2008, I'm looking at you). TBH, anything from 99/00 is welcome here... my appreciation for that tour has grown exponentially pretty much with every release from it.
I think it's ok to forget about certain songs and performances for a while. It's a mechanism that gives us an opportunity to be amazed over and over again. I don't mind forgetting.
It's an amazing list of shows, presented in the best quality. If the series ended now, I'd be satisfied. All the tours since 1975 are represented. If you asked me what my wildest dream was in 2008, this would be the answer. Sure, some of the mastering is a bit "hot". If you invest in decent sound equipment, you will never be unsatisfied. I have the shows in Apple lossless on my iPhone 12 Max. I rock with my Airpods Max. I just played the Roxy 78 show while watching the Rose Bowl game today. I am so grateful at this point.
I'd expect an easy to mix release in January. I'd also bet it will be here Friday....Maybe a Joad show from Fall 95 or maybe a full album show from November 09.
Obviously, Mario is more an expert on the archive series than I'll ever be, since it's his writings that often remind me of gems in the series that I've lost in the scope of the whole thing.
Being among the few who prefer full-band Real World just slightly over the solo piano versions, that would have been on my list. That's a personal favorite I waited a long time to see released.
Great read and if we're lucky, all of your predictions will come true as releases.
Only thing we have to fight about is my belief that the St. Paul 2012 Devils & Dust belongs in the top ten.