Great summary. I only saw NYE (thanks to some of the best friends ever), and agree fully with your sentiments. Except that I'd say that the Gotta Jiboo was the peak of their powers for the night. All hands were on deck for that jam. There was some good stuff after that, but the Jiboo possessed a focus and intensity that all the other highlights lacked.

Still, I am NOT complaining. Like Essex Jct., I felt honored and exhilarated to be there. My first MSG NYE was a great time with great friends in one of the planet's greatest cities! I danced my ass off, met some new people and brought in the new year with a bang!