Originally posted by EDDMB The 3 gigs in Mexico are solid,but I, for whatever reason,never got into them,or the South American gigs from 05 for that matter.Strange.
The 2 shows at MSG (05.20,05.21.10) are legendary.N2 particularly has generated such comments (on PJs forums) as "the best show ever..period" by many a fan.IMO,these are 2 must have gigs.
Another solid,often overlooked and dismissed show, from the N.American tour, is Newark,05.18.10.This show was added late,in April I believe,as the demand for PJs 2 MSG shows sold out immediately, in a near frenzy.The Newark gig is considered by most,as merely a "warm up" gig, to the 2 infamous MSG shows that were looming.I disagree.Some rare gems were played,including a fantastic Of The Girl as an opener.Alone,Brain of J,Brother,Glorified G,Immortality,In Hiding,Leatherman,Footsteps,Inside Job,Jersey Girl,You Are,Whipping and a great closer in All Along The Watchtower ended it.A fantastic version of Go was belted out,as well as a great version of Indifference.
The reason this show is considered "weak",is the lack of crowd participation.EV, during the first encore, mentions this."Your a little quiet,but thats just how you are.I understand." IMO he didnt seem annoyed.This show has an intimate feel to it.The setlist is more for the hardcore fan.As far as Im concerned,this gig was a gift.A bonus to the Metropolitan area.30 songs...rare gems...numerous b sides.....A must listen gig IMO.
The last 5 shows, from the N.American tour, are fantastic.Hartford 05.15,Boston 05.17,Newark 05.18 and the 2 classic MSG gigs in NYC,that ended the tour are the most enjoyable.
I feel a mix comming on........LOL.
Newark show was great. I was lucky to be in a great section of fans but looking around it seemed quieter than usual. I think this show had the best setlist but that's because I'm not a "casual fan" lol. I still gEt chills just thinking about those 2 msg shows. I'm dying for a show at msg this year!
