when i heard al(vote for me) franken say this was the best althea i had to.

I have to do a mia culpa on this show and apologize to Dave. This is a much better show than I realized when I listened to it seven years ago, only taking away Candyman for my library. The board isn't that great with the mics being too hot. And the audience recordings are much too far away. But I am quit impressed with Mr. Usborne's work here taking marginal at both ends of the audio spectrum (too far away and too close for comfort) and meshing a very respectable experience. Bravo sir!

It's a hot show folks. No doubt about it. But for me and my taste, the ending falls down to this being a 4 1/2 star show instead of a five. But it's certainly recommended. I chose to dump R&R and JBG to fade in Don't Ease from Black Peter. It works very well as a show closer and would bring me to a five, all things being equal. ;^ )

So nice to hear this show on a warm, sunny day in the Bay Area. Interesting set list. "Sugaree" the perfect soundtrack to go with birds singing, flowers blooming, and a gentle, warm breeze. It's amazing how a nice quality recording of the Grateful Dead can really enhance the beauty and nature around us - and no, I haven't had a puff before writing. This stuff just puts me in a good mood. :] Nice job on the matrix. Keep 'em coming... Thanks!