, attached to 1992-04-17

Review by MrPalmers1000DollarQ

MrPalmers1000DollarQ I went into depth on my thoughts regarding 1992 (and specifically this five-night run) in my review of 4/16/1992, so I'll avoid re-stating the same sentiments. The entire '92 California run from 4/16 - 4/21 follows a similar formula: high song density, a few shredders that venture into shallow type II waters, a Fishman goof-off, and very consistently excellent playing from all band members. The band's chops speak for themselves in these shows, but because the creativity hadn't developed as far as it would in years to come, it's tough to write about these shows at length without associated anecdotes, of which I have none, unfortunately.

Highlights from this show:
- Reba features some nice full band play in the beginning of the jam that sounds more like a 93 groove. Trey takes a nice walk to get to the peak. When he finally arrives, Fishman helps deliver a booming energy.
- David Bowie / Catapult alternating jam is absolutely killer. Really awesome way to debut Catapult--I'm sure the audience was a bit lost, but this definitely captures the spirit of what the "tune" (poem?) would become in future setlists right from the get go.
- YEM features more rhythmic syncopation across band members, including a nice start/stop pattern at the beginning of Trey's solo. A longer than usual VJ closes out a great iteration of the song.
- Really tight Fluffhead with an excellent Arrival section from Fishman, Page, and Trey
- Tweezer stays rooted in pretty standard territory, but rocks with some extra conviction. Check out 4/21 for more adventure.


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