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Originally Posted by Dannyyankou
Well in that scenario, I'd say if they played bad defense but still won, a win is a win and I'll take it. The win in the end is the main priority. But I would've preferred they played less sloppy defense.
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I get you 100%...
The consistent strong play on the offense and defense, WITH solid pitching bodes well for the long haul AND winning in the playoffs (where the Yanks have been choking for years now). This is how they truly contend for a title.
To bring it back for others as it relates to DMB, we don't just want them to be having fun and playing well, we also want the great songs and diverse sets. If we get one of gems of a show, we'll count ourselves lucky, but we'd hope for a consistent quality from the shows so we can enjoy more of the shows we see. A great set w/ crappy performance is as likely to be a loss as not to die hard fans. A "generic" set with great performances also doesn't excite most.
So we put the band and
ourselves in a tough place, as we want it ALL at every show we attend. When we get it "all" at a show we are reminded of their greatness and more appreciative of that show. It's what keeps us coming back for more and rekindles the remaining vestiges of faith that we have in the band.
I'm just looking forward to more shows. Normally we'd be fitting a handful or more of Avetts shows and a smattering from other artists, but the Avetts aren't hitting our area outside of the Outlaw fest in MPP and that's not a good fit for our schedule. And our budget is better for it, so other acts aren't really happening either. As such, DMB is where I'm almost solely focused this year. Ideally we get to hear some more great tunes/sets, but I'll do my best to enjoy that's given...while retaining the right to be a whiny bitch as I deem necessary.
Cheers again.