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I also think the timing is complex, particularly in the transitions out of the verses.

Must be a good festival when the primary negative commentary is about the beer.

I think the advantage is that you know you have them. (Back in the day there were occasions when presale tickets were allowed early entry, but I haven't heard of anything like that in a long time.)

I'd love to attend, but weeknight shows at this time of year aren't even an option. Unless....someone wants to take my classes on Jan. 6? I promise I won't request A Hit.

I believe it was called "Here I Am." Apparently it's going to be on their (next?) album. Or is on their most recently released album? Campilongo wasn't the best at promotion, which was endearing. At one point he couldn't remember the name of the song they were about to play, and he also couldn't remember on which album a particular song had appeared. He announced that he had brought some CDs along and was going to sell them in back, like it was a great, last minute idea he'd had. It was a real testament to him being in it 100% for the act of creating and performing music.

The Jim Campilongo Trio

After Friday night at the Riv, I'm hoping to see the Jim Campilongo Trio at the next Solid Sound.

I can recall many things that have caused an "uproar" around here, and none of them are related to being really excited about the great things the band has done and is doing, unfortunately. I'm not around nearly often enough to have an informed response to your post, but Muzzle of Dan is right--check out After The Show and share your feelings there. Maybe you'll eventually find out we're "all inside."

Like, body shots? Just kidding. (That's so 2011.) I'm in for Wilco XXV.

I have to say that one important thing missing last night was...bbop. Missed you, P. It was a struggle drinking four Guinnesses by myself. But seriously, let's not let that ridiculousness happen again.

So true. And then to think about how it must be for Jeff and John to look back on 20+ years together and remember the trials and triumphs they've shared with each other, personally and professionally. Damn.

I'm working on some pie charts around this...sorry for the delay. He wore a denim jacket the first two nights. I wasn't around for the middle two shows, so I can't say when he made the wardrobe change.

A little more banter from this show: After California Stars, Jeff told the crowd that CA Stars is on Bob Seger's new album and that they were both playing it tonight. In fact, they arranged it so they played it at the same time...but they couldn't find anyone who was willing to simulcast it, so it wasn't worth it. Then, barely skipping a beat and completely deadpan, Jeff added, "That didn't happen." It was hilariously awkward. Highlight for me was full band Blasting Fonda and the great run from In Love to Dreamer. Had to shed some layers!

Last Saturday seems so long ago, but looking over the setlist reminds me--I want to do this one again! The surprise of hearing the opening notes of Dark Neon--shit! I hope they perform that more regularly because it's a great rocker. And watching Glenn's drumming on Panthers was incredible. I hadn't seen the full band in over a year, so every song was a treat and surprise. Secret of the Sea has never been on my list of favorites, but it recruited me tonight. The harmonies are so beautiful, and the band is unbelievably tight. (It's almost like they've been doing this for 20 years.) Beautiful ho

Random Banter: -Early on, Jeff said they were playing the songs they liked to play as well as ones the people working with them liked to hear. He noted that "all you bean counters out there" keeping track of new songs on tonight's list...*dramatic pause* "there are a few." -Before playing Deeper Down, Jeff said they were playing it again because it takes a lot of work. He added that everyone likes it for their own reasons, Glenn's reason being that he gets to "smoke a hooka during it." - Jeff introduced all of the band members and the number of years they've played with Wilco, ending wit

Awwww, Sandoz. NAILED IT. (I'm a little late on the this one...) It was a great night. Wish you could've stayed!

I needed post-rock sustenance in the form of a Plague Bringer before I could gather thoughts about the final show of the Winterlude. The first highlights for me were Blood of the Lamb and Another Man's Done Gone. I missed the Residency show that included Blood, and I never expected to hear it tonight. What a treat! The latter was simply gorgeous: simple white spots on both Jeff and Mikael, and Jeff's vocals so raw. I want to hear it a dozen more times. But the whole setlist and vibe were incredible. Kicking Television! Let's Not Get Carried Away! Dark Neon! The minutes passed like seconds to

It wasn't. Sorry to disappoint! The Zeppelin dude was great, though. He was lazed back in his chair, eyes closed, belting it out. When Jeff asked if it was the "library dude," Zepp stood and exclaimed, "I am not the library dude, but I do love libraries!!" Interestingly, the actual library dude also stood to identify himself during that exchange, which seemed like a weird choice. In the end, both were missed due to crowd noise, a dark house, etc. Two thumbs up to Zepp, though.

One moment that I found quite funny was when he tried calling out Spencer and Sam to sing the Community Song in Spanish. Spencer shouted something about "only" being at that school since kindergarten, and Jeff said, "Eight years wasn't long enough to learn how to sing that in Spanish? What a waste of money." Classic bit at a benefit for the school! Of course Jeff immediately said, "No, no. I'm kidding. This is a great way to spend your money." Dude's funny.

And if you happen to be the only fan Jeff likes, your chances of hearing it will be even better!

I don't know that there were "a lot" of random requests for covers, but I suspect any time Jeff honors even one unusual request (such as "Single Ladies" way back when....heh heh), attendees take greater risks in their requests at future shows. Plus, since everyone provides a "back-up" request, he always has a choice. There's a cover I request of Jeff any chance I get, and while he has never played it, I continue to request it. I'm not doing it to be a dick or suggest I've run out of Jeff Tweedy songs I'd like to hear. I keep requesting it because it's a song I love that I believe will only be

I love these shows, and last night's was beautiful. I also appreciate Jeff continually honoring the request system. There were so many great choices last night! Thanks to the Tweedys for the time and generosity, as always. I do believe the sun'll come out tuh-mah-luh!

Thanks for the details, both Paul and Muzzle of Dan. Sounds like a blast! I bet that TTIG call-and-response bit could even make Don Draper laugh. The details about him simply making fart noises reminds me of Dr. Spacemen and his Chatterton cigarette commercials: "Use the rectum you have instead of a mouth..."

Oh my god, P is actually indispensable! I can't believe he's not even on here to give us a little hassle about our shoddy (read: non-existent) bookkeeping. Hmmm, maybe after Born Alone? Even Wilcoworld doesn't have it included in the setlist!

Hmmm...set list. Is it helpful if I name songs in random order? They opened with "Misunderstood" and closed with "Casino Queen" and then "Hoodoo" with shirtless cowbell thrusting that could be ... enjoyed?...from the very back. Other songs: IATTBYH, Via Chicago, Art of Almost, I Might, Forget The Flowers, New Madrid, Give Back The Key To My Heart, and CA Stars and I'm The Man with members of The National, as B said. The best part of this show for me was having our daughters along for their first live Wilco experience. So of course I didn't enjoy the show from my usual vantage points, but it wa