First off, I wanted this show BAD after being there. It was easily the best show I've ever seen at the National (and I have been to quite a few there) but I noticed that they hadn't put it up to download so I asked on FB if they would, and, here it is in all it's glory. Mad props to you guys for making my dream of hearing it again come true.
The 1st set was ridiculously good (especially for a 1st set) the highlight was definitely Bird Call, it lasted almost 16 minutes and had probably the greatest mandolin solo I have yet to witness. Other than that the Liza, Steampowered Aeroplane, and Gulf of Mexico were also really great versions.
After set 1 was over I couldn't believe there was going to be another set of music, so when they came out and killed set 2 even better than the 1st set needless to say I was stunned.
Zombie Jamboree opened set 2 and was a nice intro a high speed set. The highlight of the set came next with another 16 minute monster , Doin' my time. The rest of the set was great and I REALLY enjoyed throwing in some Little Feat tunes after Bill joined the band, he is such a great addition I can hardly imagine them without him anymore.
Finally the encore, we got another Little Feat tune and then Pasta. Maybe my favorite jam from the entire night (I've heard it now close to 30 times and it never gets old).
5 star show, hope to see you guys back soon so I can throw down on the rail some more with ya!
