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Ha, thanks! I googled before I made my post, and my search led me to that thread. Not much useful info there - the VC crowd is a knowledgable bunch, thought I'd ask here first.

The new deluxe Heartbreaker LP box set is a thing of beauty. I had no idea that Pat played on some of these songs! Anyone know more about Pat's history with DRA?

This record release is the antithesis of Wilco's Star Wars release. Could Radiohead be more self indulgent? Oh, and the songs are fine. I thought Daydreaming was pretty boring and Burn the Witch was kinda catchy.

Awesome - thanks for the information. Hoping to make it early enough on one of the days to be in the top 30. Can't wait!

It's finally May, so I'm allowed to start getting crazy excited for these shows! I'm curious if any benefit show vets can shed some light on how early a line starts forming. In particular, how early must one be to be a song requester? We have VIP tickets, so I'm not terribly concerned about having a good view, but the opportunity to ask a question/ request a song would be cool.

Copenhagen Beer Fest is coming to Boston in September! http://copenhagenbeerfest.com Early bird tickets are pretty affordable, starting around $40. Some cool bands playing, including Yo La Tengo, and lots of great breweries.

I'd be stoked if Wilco opened every one of their shows with Wilco (the song).

$73 for 4LP & DVD set.

Just announced: Heartbreaker Deluxe Reissue Vinyl Boxset Release May 6, 2016 http://ryanadams.shopfirebrand.com/collections/vinyl/products/heartbreaker-deluxe-reissue-vinyl-boxset Four 180g black LP + DVD, in a custom jacket & slipcase, includes download card Side 1 1. Argument With David Rawlings Concerning Morrissey 2. To Be Young (Is To Be Sad, Is To Be High) 3. My Winding Wheel 4. Amy - Album Version Side 2 1. Oh My Sweet Carolina 2. Bartering Lines 3. Call Me On Your Way Back Home 4. Damn, Sam (I Love A Woman That Rains) Side 3 1. Come Pick Me Up 2. To Be The One 3. Why Do Th

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Happy National Beer Day to you all! Not a difficult holiday to celebrate https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Beer_Day_(United_States)

in for 2 in boston! i wasn't crazy about the first mudcrutch album, but a chance to see petty (and mike, and benmont) in such a small venue will be a real treat.

I wasn't crazy about most of their beers. I thought that their Rye IPA was good, but Barista (coffee porter) was definitely the standout IMHO. They're not the star of VT craft beer, but they're certainly the not worst player in the game. FWIW, I really like their aesthetic.

I had an awesome weekend up in VT. We drove from Boston to Hill Farmstead (Greensboro, VT), and then over to Burlington. We were able to visit Burlington Beer Company and Fiddlehead, too. Had plenty to drink around Burlington, and am back home now rearranging the refrigerator to accommodate all of these cans and growlers! We got a few cases of bottles, but I'm most excited for E., which is Edward (pale ale) fermented with brettanomyces, dry hopped with galaxy, and aged on stainless for four months.

Hope I didn't come off as curt in my previous response! Craft beer is big business in New England and in VT especially. Alchemist quit selling directly due to the insane traffic at their old brewery. There's a website (headyspotter.com) dedicated to tracking down cans, and stores that get some sell out quickly. Their new brewery, due to open this summer will sell cases to consumers.

VT is a craft beer destination. People fly in regularly. My assumption here is that the Alchemist was accommodating not because Hixter flew in, but because he was getting beer for a vet returning from Afghanistan... Which is awesome.

I was under the impression there were no can sales at the brewery....

Hey LouieB, I'm heading to Chicago for the JT solo shows at the Vic, and just wanted to say that I've found your post from 2008 to be VERY helpful. We are still trying to figure out the best neighborhood for us to find a hotel in, as we want to do touristy stuff but also be able to get to/ from the venue with ease. Your post has given us a great starting point! Many thanks!

I believe that M&S spent some time at Aaron Dessner's studio when writing songs for their last album. I've not been a fan of M&S, so I don't know anything about that album, but Aaron has produced some great albums, including Sharon Van Etten's Tramp, and Local Native's Hummingbird.

Some more information about the Grateful Dead tribute album curated by The National's Aaron and Bryce Dessner: http://www.dayofthedeadmusic.com The album will include a cover of St. Stephen (live) from Wilco ft. Bob Weir.

A cool story from Brian. I've heard him mention A.M. before but didn't realize he was such an UT fan. Davis Square won't be the same without Johnny D's! (Though, however infrequent, the Somerville Theatre gets some good shows)

Great writeup, Paul. Interesting that he avoided any material from Star Wars (perhaps even he needs a break from that material!).

Patty Griffin, Sara Watkins, and Anais Mitchell

They did a benefit in 2012 at Mass MoCa, though it was indoors, not on Joe's field.

I've done ~60 beer trades through the mail. My recommendation is to create a FedEx account and print your own label. No questions at drop off, and you get a discount. FedEx is not okay with the shipment of beer and will either "destroy" the box or send it back to the shipper should they figure out what's in the package. I often put a little noisemaker in the box, like a box of tic tacs, that distracts from the sloshing noises. I double box usually, too. Shipping a case of 750ml bottles is certainly easier if you have a styrofoam shipper. Those can be purchased from Uhaul, or even some wine s