Having had the pleasure and privelage to see all three shows, I can attest with absolute cetainty that Vegas was the best sounding of the three shows. while Joe, Carmine & Rick have had years to learn each other's timing, this was only Tal's third show and, while I think he was exceptional from the start in Anaheim, I think he improved with each show. The guys had so much fun last night, it was a joy to watch.
I was sitting floor level on the right side of the stage and had the opportunity to watch Carmine at length last night. I don't think he gets enough credit for the performance. He's one hell of a bass player and at times plays as if he's really the rythem guitar section (which i guess, technically he is). Anyway, i just thought I would give Carmine some much deserved credit.
Joe was epic last night. The acoustic play got better each night and last night was longer and sounded better thatn the two previous nights.
Thinking about India/Django/Mountain time, I paid closer attention to the intro last night. Joe plays a few notes of India, then transitions seemlessly into Django for the remainder of the intro (without the drum, i might add). It was a subtle shift the first two nights, but I was looking for it last night and I freakin loved it.
So... a magical 3 show weekend has come to an end and I am satiated....for now.
I truly hope each and everyone of you guys who have the opportunity to see a show or two enjoy them as much as Susan and i did.
We met some great folks who, for the most part, i had only known via these posts and it was great to spend time with kindrid spirits.
Time to get back to the real world and begin to replenish my entertainment account so I can do this again when the opportunity arises.