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    Re: increased ticket prices, I’m sure they’re possibly anticipating larger crowds and considering booking slightly larger venues after the incredible PR machine generated so much coverage of Jeff’s book and solo record. I can’t remember the last time there was so much publicity for Jeff and indirectly, Wilco. Lots of new fans to come to shows.
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    My guess is they possibly haven’t finished plotting the tour, and are still confirming venues and/or dates. It takes a long time to plan and book a tour before you make announcements.
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    Jeff has quoted in a few interviews that Wilco will pick up on the road after Solid Sound.
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    Yes, but it’s not *THE* take that has garnered legendary status.
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    The 50th anniversary edition of The Beatles (White Album) is now officially available for pre-order. The Beatlemaniac in me will likely enjoy poring over the bonus material, but the Beatlemaniac in me is really disappointed the fabled 20+ minute take of “Helter Skelter” isn’t being included. https://thebeatlesstore.com/
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    I do not enjoy the soft, whispery vocals of Schmilco as much as, say, the vocals on The Whole Love (which also had just a touch of that). I think his vocals hit a sweet spot, at least live, in 2013-2014 when Wilco was in a long break between records.
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    #5 = Sky Blue Sky ... nice obscure reference!
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    It’s in the master archive on google drive. A good representation of the 1994-95 lineup, though I’d take the 5/23/95 show in Boulder or the late October show at Maxwell’s any day over this.
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    Leave Me Like You Found Me.
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    If by recent you mean a lifelong battle against bipolar disorder...
  11. choo-choo-charlie
    The first I heard it was in the version on the Ashes DVD, and then I heard it in many, many versions since then — like it became a permanent part of the arrangement vs. a spontaneous thing. I’d become so accustomed to the parts Nels played on the Kicking Television version, which sounded more improvised.
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    PM'd you.
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    Soul Planet was actually pretty atrocious. Agreed there. I couch tour, and I do agree that the jamming evolution has had some interesting twists (ahem) and turns.
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    Then just listen to the abundantly available recordings from the 1990s. My comparison is that they’re both band with long, storied careers that have mellowed a bit on record, but continue to be a successful live act. Yes, Schmilco may be more “in character” with Wilco, but it’s still quite tame compared to the records they made 15-20 years ago. They’re seasoned musicians with little left to prove and have the freedom to follow their muse. Wilco’s identity is Jeff. That has remained constant (and John) but they don’t resemble the band of 1995 or 1997 or 1999 or 2002. Phish still bring
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    I’m not a Big Boat fan either, but I also have zero expectations that they’re gonna write a bunch of bizarre, goofy jazz-funk-bluegrass songs like they did three decades ago. They’re not in their 20’s anymore and they’re not trying to conquer the world. Like another band we love around here, they’ve mellowed with age on record and continue to be a great live act.
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    On the 12th day of Christmas my Wilcos gave to me 12 members in history (current plus Jay, Leroy, Ken, Max, Bob and Brian) Eleven deli tray incidents Ten Solid Sound Festivals Nine Turntables sizzling Eight Late Greats Seven screams of nothing Six musicians playing Five Bull Black Novas Four dreamers dreaming Three God shaped holes Two intertwined IG guitars And a blinking macrame owl onstage (For the record — there are 3 intertwined guitars on IG...)
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    Damn, lucky you! Was it the guitar, amp, or both?
  18. choo-choo-charlie
    Thanks everyone. I’m laughing at how overwhelming this can become. And for what it’s worth, I’m going to start with the same 4-5 shows that multiple people mentioned because those seem to be consensus favorites and they’re available on streaming services (Amazon Prime in my house). I don’t mind AUDs but I prefer a good, crisp SBD any day with great low end punch and really good clarity/separation. There are some AUDs that get pretty damn close or have just enough of the room in the mix (I’ve listened to thousands of hours of Phish shows) but I’ve also labored through plenty of boomy, lifele
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    The AllMusic review cites 8/27/72 as a perfect show for Deadheads and novices alike. Just check out the last two sentences: https://www.allmusic.com/album/sunshine-daydream-veneta-or-august-27th-1972-mw0002567468
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    Starting with 8/27/72 — pretty great so far!
  21. choo-choo-charlie
    I’ve heard American Beauty, Workingman’s Dead and Europe 72 dozens of times. Love those. Looking to start wading into all the stuff from the vaults!
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    Thank you!
  23. choo-choo-charlie
    All I want for Christmas is Dimetapp, spinal tap, city maps and handclaps.
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    Very casual GD fan here looking to dive into the pool of live recordings. Have sampled various shows from the 1970s through friends who are hardcore Deadheads. Give me your top 5 shows for a newbie to start with.
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    All I want for Christmas is bongs and jams and carpeted vans.
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