dagwave Posted November 21, 2014 Share Posted November 21, 2014 waaay worth it. the performances and sound are impeccable, imho. Been staying up to late on work nights jamming loudly in my living room. I blame Diane for her review above. Thank you, Diane. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Magnetized Posted November 21, 2014 Share Posted November 21, 2014 waaay worth it. the performances and sound are impeccable, imho. Been staying up to late on work nights jamming loudly in my living room. I blame Diane for her review above. Thank you, Diane. You are welcome. What I lack in technical knowledge I make up for in enthusiasm, right? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rhino4evr Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 I have two complaints about the port Chester shows.1. No Sunday Morning2. Don't really care about the Dead, and the audience only version of Ripple feels like a poor finale compared to the rest of the Set. So much amazing on this set of shows though. I couldn't even count how many times I got goose bumps Quote Link to post Share on other sites
linclink Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 I have two complaints about the port Chester shows.1. No Sunday Morning2. Don't really care about the Dead, and the audience only version of Ripple feels like a poor finale compared to the rest of the Set. So much amazing on this set of shows though. I couldn't even count how many times I got goose bumpsWait for the Chicago Winterlude shows... I'm doubting that there will be many wishes ungranted, or stones unturned & turns unstoned by the time those 6, count 'em 6, shows are over & the Roadcases from them released. Who knows what exactly is being cooked up in The Loft, maybe as I type, for the fortunate few who will soon embark on the 20th Anniversary odyssey to exceed even the wonders of the trio at Port Chester!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Magnetized Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 I have two complaints about the port Chester shows. 2. Don't really care about the Dead, and the audience only version of Ripple feels like a poor finale compared to the rest of the Set. I've never been that big a Dead fan, but it sounds like the theater in Port Chester was known for a special connection to the Dead--I think they played there a lot. So in that context ending with Ripple seemed like a fitting tribute. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Magnetized Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 Wait for the Chicago Winterlude shows... I'm doubting that there will be many wishes ungranted, or stones unturned & turns unstoned by the time those 6, count 'em 6, shows are over & the Roadcases from them released. Who knows what exactly is being cooked up in The Loft, maybe as I type, for the fortunate few who will soon embark on the 20th Anniversary odyssey to exceed even the wonders of the trio at Port Chester!! Linclink, you are missing out if you're not the West Coast Publicity Man or whatever. I hope whatever they do in Chicago is exactly what they want to do. I completely trust their instincts and integrity and value that so much more than seeing a statistical analysis of setlist variety. I'm always amazed at how many different ways there are to appreciate music. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
linclink Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 Linclink, you are missing out if you're not the West Coast Publicity Man or whatever. I hope whatever they do in Chicago is exactly what they want to do. I completely trust their instincts and integrity and value that so much more than seeing a statistical analysis of setlist variety. I'm always amazed at how many different ways there are to appreciate music.Ha!! Certainly the bottom line is the magic that's made & shared, & honestly I just enjoy the however of whatever unfolds at any given show. I'm just guessing with double the amount of shows, that there will be even more unique songs played than in Port Chester- whether they repeat some or not, it hardly matters. What's coming up is the continuation of a pretty huge 20th Anniversary celebration. I feel Blessed to have gotten to take part in my second trifecta of NYC area shows as part of that celebration (got to hit the two Ohio shows in September as well). What's hitting the home town soon is something I look very forward to hearing when they come out as Roadcase releases... which happily, should be right around Xmas & certainly sometime during the Yule season. They take place between 12/5 & 12/12 & get released 2-3 weeks after. Happy Merry & Merry Happy indeed! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rhino4evr Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 I'm really looking forward to the winterlude shows, I just hope the band is as energized after that many shows. I also hope the sound quality of the recording is up to the same level. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
worldrecordplayer Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 I've never been that big a Dead fan, but it sounds like the theater in Port Chester was known for a special connection to the Dead--I think they played there a lot. So in that context ending with Ripple seemed like a fitting tribute. Not only that, but Phil Lesh and Friends was moving into the Cap the next night to start his weekend residency, so many saw it as a touching "handoff" to Phil and the Dead crowd. A hugely classy move by Wilco to my eyes. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to post Share on other sites
calvino Posted November 23, 2014 Share Posted November 23, 2014 To end a three night run with a cover, with the hope of your audience to sing it all by themselves --- takes huge guts and faith and respect in your audience. I not sure how many bands would do this.Listening to the audience recording was really something when I first heard it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tangerine73 Posted November 26, 2014 Share Posted November 26, 2014 ok so usual question... didn't attend any of the port chester shows... which bootleg to buy first? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Magnetized Posted November 26, 2014 Share Posted November 26, 2014 ok so usual question... didn't attend any of the port chester shows... which bootleg to buy first?They're a matched set. You really need all three. Come on, it'll be the best $27 you ever spent. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
worldrecordplayer Posted November 26, 2014 Share Posted November 26, 2014 ok so usual question... didn't attend any of the port chester shows... which bootleg to buy first? No way to pick just one. I went to only one, but consider all 3 as "must haves." If for any reason you're only going to purchase just one, might as well spin the bottle on that decision and whichever comes up you'll be fine. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tangerine73 Posted November 29, 2014 Share Posted November 29, 2014 No way to pick just one. I went to only one, but consider all 3 as "must haves." If for any reason you're only going to purchase just one, might as well spin the bottle on that decision and whichever comes up you'll be fine. I figured this was the case lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
linclink Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 All of the 6 Chicago Winterlude show Roadcase downloads are now available (#40-#45)!!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rhino4evr Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 oh snap.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chriscolbert Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 Still can't believe that they didn't at least offer a bundle price on this. Even if it was just "6 for the price of 5" it would have been something. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blureu Posted January 2, 2015 Share Posted January 2, 2015 Have to say that Night 4 might be my fav. The set is just insane with the deep cuts. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Magnetized Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 Still can't believe that they didn't at least offer a bundle price on this. Even if it was just "6 for the price of 5" it would have been something.Looks like you might get your wish. I just saw something from Wilco on Facebook about possible bundled pricing,, details to be announced. Grumble, grumble--I still think $54 is dirt cheap for such a great run of shows, but I'm a little bit pissed that they're going to be offering a bundled price now, weeks after some of us have already paid full price for all 6 shows. Still, it's not even close to the money I've thrown away upgrading tickets, etc., so I'm not really complaining. Maybe they'll throw in a little something for those of us who already bought... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tinnitus photography Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 like a dinner w/ the band. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Magnetized Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 like a dinner w/ the band.Yeah, like that. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
worldrecordplayer Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 like a dinner w/ the band.Yeah, at Solid Sound Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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choo-choo-charlie Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 I bought the whole run of Winterlude shows and while I'm only two shows in, I must say they're an absolute pleasure to hear. The band sounds super tight, yet relaxed -- like they're having fun commemorating the anniversary. I'm particularly enjoying hearing the rarities, super-rarities and other older tunes that don't get in the rotation much. Blue Eyed Soul, The Good Part, Dark Neon, Hotel Arizona, Secret of the Sea, PANTHERS. The setlist variety is great -- doesn't follow the "tour template" and feels more like "shuffle" Wilco. The "hootenanny" arrangements are great, too. Highly recommended listening, especially if you're like me and took Wilco out of the listening rotation for a while. These shows are a great way to get them back into the mix. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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