This was my second since 12/28/16. Been living in the midwest and ya know... life and stuff. Got there early this day but missed early entry by a bit. Made my way over to the auditorium and stayed inside while the nasty storm hit. Right after, got in line and got in really quick. Right up front. In front of Mike's amp. I really like hearing the direct sound from his amp. I know the sound through the entire system is cool, but the direct sound... tough to beat with how much he's been working on the balances between the different frequency ranges. Also, a lot of Page and Trey is mid-range and it's heavily amplified so getting that stuff to fill out all around me, combined with Mike's direct... mmmmmmm.... sonic bath!!!

I agree, Mike's singing to start the show was excellent. As lead singers they have all stepped up their game quite a bit. Lots of confidence in their singing. Intonation as a group with harmonies, eh... but that's what happens when you play loud music for almost 40 years. I think that sincerity is more important than perfection (though what is perfection anyway?) and these guys are sincere with every note.

Something I really like when getting close is the looks, glances, interactions between the 4 of them. Meat was a lot of fun. It looked like they were having fun. CDT... let's try that ending again... still messing it up... eh, whatever it was still a rocking good time!

The Halley's jam into Lonely Trip was great. I don't know that album Trey did in lockdown. I'm sure I'll hear it at some point, when the time is right. I like this song. Again, don't know it but the execution felt solid with intention and that's what I'm interested in hearing.

Was great to see some of you!!! And those I didn't see, catch you next time!