TerrapinJen Posted August 12, 2012 Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 Promise land They love each other Me and my uncle Big river Candyman .. mattson.. off with his head! Passenger Peggy o Minglewood Samson and delilah Friend of the devil Estimated prophet> Eyes of the world ...wow! drums Space Not fade away> going down the road Around and around... Ladies and gentleman... Lisa Mackey! E: Us blues June 25 78 Eugene Oregon Filler ripple wow what a show!!! what a way to end the tour!!! that was thoroughly mind blowing... is it really the end til jubilee??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudds94 Posted August 12, 2012 Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 Agreed......Great Fun Show!!! Also really cool park Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP Supplicated Velvet Thunder Posted August 12, 2012 Forum MVP Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 we listened to the stream! marvelous! I think mattson takes my head off more than I want anyone's in the band removed.... GOOD GREIF! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topher44 Posted August 12, 2012 Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 It was a hot show, with more than a few times where I thought my mind had had enough! Totally agree about the super jams in "Eyes" but there were also many other highlights scattered throughout the night... such as, in the first set, the beautiful vocal harmonies of Lisa and Jeff on "TLEO", the light, bouncy jams in "Big River", where Eaton and Jeff played off each other so well, the fine, delicate reading of "Peggy-O", and monster madness, replete with some delicious bombs from Kevin, building toward the end of "Minglewood" to close the set. The second set was a Head's dream. I was grinning from ear-to-ear the whole way through, and it was almost impossilble to find another face around that wasn't happy. "Samson" was a good way to get back in the groove, and was great fun to dance to. "FOTD" saw some tender leads by Jeff, and Rob Barraco appeared to be having great fun on the keys, and I always love to hear him on piano during those songs like "FOTD", sounds so sweeet! Of course, the meat of the show for me was "Estimated>Eyes", and the crowd went crazy for this dynamic duo. Eaton displayed some kick-ass chops on "Estimated", and Jeff responded in kind with spot-on leads. Speaking of Eaton, he seemed like a man possessed at times on "Estimated", really leaning into the lyrics. During that lovely part of "Estimated, when the jamming becomes mellow and is great to slow dance to, I noticed so many people talking to each other, rather than focusing on the music, but it did not bother me that much. I was in the "sweet spot", about 30 feet in front of the soundboard, and I simply let the music drown out the yak... and it worked! By the time "Eyes" rolled around, however, the audience was back in full swing, shouting the lyrics, and dancing wildly, as was I. The fiery solos by both Rob E. and Jeff were truly amazing, and we all roared back our approval. I caught a glimpse of Jeff smiling wide, and I hope it made him, and the whole band appreciate the fleeting synchronicity of minds and matter. "Drumz" was quite danceable, and it had some funky, almost disco-like beats (I guess, ala 1978). The first notes signalling "Not Fade Away" coming out of "Space" brought the crowd back to their feet, and it was the ususal sing-along. Jeff's leads soared once again to new heights, and Eaton literally was on fire here, bellowing the words at us, keeping the crowd whipped-up. Lisa also provided some great harmonies to "NFA and "GDTRFB", and was twirling up a storm throughout. And that brings us to "Around & Around", where Mr. Eaton and Ms. Mackey shared some incredible vocal scatting near the end, that built to an ecstatic climax and sent the crowd into a delirious frenzy... it was THAT good! "U.S. Blues" was fitting as a late-Summer encore, and it was indeed a crowd pleaser, as always. The choice of "Ripple" as filler was just perfect, and the band did a fine job of sending us home happy and refreshed. I hope the band enjoys their two weeks' rest before the Jubilee and subsequent Fall tour. The rain that threatened from the South never got to Mercer County park last night, and instead provided us with occasional dramatic views of far-away lightning and thunder, but I only felt one, maybe two drops on me the whole time... lucky us! To everyone in the band, a big THANK YOU for a great, great time last night. And to the promotors and sponsors of the festival, also a big THANK YOU for making the evening as enjoyable and hassle-free as you could. Sure, the fenced off "beer gardens" seemed a bit like segregating cattle, but the venue itself is very spread-out and comfortable for a music festival. The staff that I encountered, including the rent-a-cops, were quite cool and friendly. However, A few more portable toilets and choices of food, especially of the healthy variety, would be good ideas for next year, please. Topher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP found Posted August 12, 2012 Forum MVP Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 Finally made it to one show on this mini-run. Had some life duties and obligations that prevented me to make it to any others but I think the November east coast tour will prove very successful for me... Maybe jubilee. We'll see... Having said that, the one show I did make it to was a butt ton of fun. Very standard 78 show set list wise but the band really hit stride on a few songs as noted in other reviews but just to echo their sentiments, Estimated, Eyes, and NFA all had really good jams. Felt like the jam out of drums had a little bit of a miracle vibe to it and that we may have been headed for a late 78 but I was happy with the NFA. GDTRFB and Around we're both exceptionally raucous. Candyman and Peggy O had very nice vocal deliveries. Promised Lamd was strong. FOTD and Big River had some very good interplay between the whole band. Also, very cool park and was happy with the beer selection and what not. I hope they do this again next year with DSO. Can't wait to see you all again. Until next time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest crazy digits Posted August 12, 2012 Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 freakin danceathon! thanks everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP Tom Banjo Posted August 12, 2012 Forum MVP Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 I think this one qualifies as a short essay. I will be chiming in on some other threads and reveiws from the summer during the break til Jubilee. Love was in the air. Little Boy Found and his sometimes lady trouble made an appearance. Joseph was finally spotted with his on again off again young lady. 2nd song in they play TLEO. Talk about cosmic coincidences and such. The place was just so full of love and positive joyous energy. I had to do it sorry Found. This show was great fun. High energy from start to finish, although I feel the show really took off at NFA through the end. It was great to get the late 70s Kieth era show on this little run. I caught every show (7 in 8 days) and although this wasn't my favoirte of the run, I've always felt late 70's have been DSO's wheelhouse. Mattson messed up the lyrics in Candyman. This was unfortunate but did not by any means ruin the show. I am sure there were other errors during the show that I missed or can not recall. The lyrical errors are easier to pick up on this side of the fence because I am not capable of performing at any level let alone the elite level DSO has acheived. Thus, they are more easily mentioned in my review. I do love me a Candyman and to get Peggy-O too. Really enjoyed the Minglewood to close the set. I like that raunchy kind of stuff. The Samson opener could be felt coming if you had been at the other shows because I couildnt recall another being played all run. I, like Found, thought that Miracle might be coming out of drums and space but it turns out it was NFA. Always a fitting song for the tour closer as we are reminded that our love for this music and for each other will not dwindle do to space and time and at some point down the line, we will all share in the harmonies of music and dance once again. My cousin, not in attendance at the show, although I have taken her to see DSO before turned 21 this weekend and after the show we made our way to AC to help her celebrate. People watching in a Casino is a blast. Sad a few friends decided not to join in the fun. I think they would've had a great time too. All in all, this short run was great and filled with excitement, although not all of it good, at every corner. Sorry I posted more than just highlights. I even strayed off the topic of the show. I've just always felt that a review is about the whole experience. The good, the bad, and the ugly, Sometimes you go to a show and your so distracted by other life stuff that you have other focuses going on during the music. Those thoughts are a part of the experience, IMO, too. From a collection of shared experiences, someone who was not in attendance may be able to decipher what their experience might possibly of been or at least to think about it. Take what you need and leave the rest... See ya kids at the Jubliee real soon. Love is real.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenL1125 Posted August 13, 2012 Report Share Posted August 13, 2012 Best Around and around I've ever seen. Absolutely smokin'!!! Thank you very much:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudds94 Posted August 13, 2012 Report Share Posted August 13, 2012 The rain that threatened from the South never got to Mercer County park last night, and instead provided us with occasional dramatic views of far-away lightning and thunder, but I only felt one, maybe two drops on me the whole time... lucky us! Topher Those drops were actually sweat from the danceathon Seriously though, yeah the light show was awesome and I just kept my fingers crossed that the band wouldn't have stop playing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbjb2 Posted August 13, 2012 Report Share Posted August 13, 2012 tonights show was performed by the grateful dead thank you...............mattson is a funny guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamminOnThe1 Posted August 14, 2012 Report Share Posted August 14, 2012 Listening to this right now ....They Love Each Other is such a sweet song...I'm not old enough to have had the pleasure of seeing a late 70's show in person. I do own the Closing of Winterland 1978 DVD and they play the slow version of Friend of the Devil at that show as well. I love that song especially played in the slower tempo like that...Then to go into Estimated Prophet and Eyes of the World...Wow!!! If I could ever have permenant background music playing in my ears at all time it would have to be "Eyes of the World" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP chuckvegas Posted August 14, 2012 Forum MVP Report Share Posted August 14, 2012 A danceathon all right...a real good time although I was pretty worn out after my 4 show mini-marathon. Maybe I'm getting old or need orthopedic New Balances. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP Supplicated Velvet Thunder Posted August 14, 2012 Forum MVP Report Share Posted August 14, 2012 thought the candyman was out of this world despite the missed lines.... the flailing man was in town indeed! Rick I missed your posts the last few tours so THANKS I like to know your experiences! FOUND we miss you! and i like your name change it fits you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP Tom Banjo Posted August 14, 2012 Forum MVP Report Share Posted August 14, 2012 thought the candyman was out of this world despite the missed lines.... the flailing man was in town indeed! Rick I missed your posts the last few tours so THANKS I like to know your experiences! FOUND we miss you! and i like your name change it fits you I didn't think the mistake in Candyman detracted from the show or really detracted from the song itself. My actual point in the post was to allow others to know that the fans notice mistakes made by all members and this mistake fell squarely on Mattson shoulders; therefore I singled him out. On the other hand, I didn't think it was the greatest Candyman I ever heard. Lyrical and musical mistakes can sometimes lead to a train wreck on a song. In this case, the mistake lead to no train wreck. A lot like the previous post about the El Paso flub, this was solely an observation and the band kept plugging right along and all was well. I have seen mistakes lead to disasters before; abruptly ended songs or songs started over, but nothing drastic happened here. As velvetthunder has alluded too a mistake, in my opinion, sometimes does lead to something extraordinary. The best version of positively 4th st. I have ever heard is from a recording of 12-21-79. Jerry can't seem to get his mind around the lyrics, but as he takes the time to search his mind for the correct lines, he unleashes one phenomenal jam after another. I would certainly call this a must listen for those that have not heard it. However, I generally find that lyrical slips really don't have much bearing on my experience of the song or show. They just happen and I keep dancing as the band keeps playing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum MVP Mango Posted August 15, 2012 Forum MVP Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 I love that version of 4th street. I feel like, in general, Jerry often followed a lyrical mistake with a soaring solo. I personally listen to this music all the time and still forget the order of the words... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex911sc Posted August 19, 2012 Report Share Posted August 19, 2012 AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME NIGHT!!!! GRATE TO SEE ALL THE OLE STARHEADS!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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