Was nice to read this series of threads and see the names of rmp'ers from the day providing informed commentary vs. the typical naysaying PT/2.0/3.0 fluff crowd.

It will really be a disappointment if the band takes from Alpha2 anything other than their fans deserve inspired performances every night. What JEG has to say holds truth and at $45+ tickets, cost of travel and lodging, the band needs to show intent and dedication to make magic happen.While inspiration may evoke failure, I'm willing to take it so long as the band is not mailing it in.

Timber had some moments, and wheee Suzy had a crescendo (though trey cut in on page) but c'mon, it's nothing that special in light of the body of work (see, e.g. 10/18/96 II Suzy for something to take home with you).

Also, to date no one has even reference the idea mentioned (by me) in a post above about lack of spontaneity in the night and failure to seize on mother nature's relevant organic moment. That - to me - supports everything wrong with Alpha2.