I found the show to be a little dissapointing as well, but mostly for reasons that aren't Damien's fault. First, I had heard almost every story before, and that kind of abated any mesmerization with his stories. In addition, due to the huge venue, it just seemed so professional. It is the difference between the two KCRW videos on youtube. One is damien, his guitar, and Lisa. One is Damien complete with the whole band. I just wanted something more intimate and acoustic, but I knew I wouldn't get that so it was not that big of a deal. Also, I just felt like, you know what, he doesn't want to be here right now. He is undoubtedly exhausted and just so excited to get to take a break. Anyway, it was an excellent performance, but I didn't want a performance. I just wanted Damien, his guitar, and his passion for music and his art.
Next tour will be much better, he just needs to recharge, re-focuse, and reduce the effects, production feel and venue sizes.
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