Review by Keith Venturoni
If I hadn't been to the Saginaw show earlier this month, I would have
thought the Tyler show was one of the greatest, most surprisingly
wonderful shows I have ever seen. I would give Saginaw the edge based on
sound, I remember Bob's vocals being more clear in Saginaw than Tyler,
especially when the music got louder. Also, the Michigan venue gets a
slight nod also. While Saginaw has twice the capacity, it felt like a
smaller venue. The Cowan Center has to be one of the widest small halls I
have ever been in. In Saginaw the balcony was directly over most of the
floor. In Tyler the balcony was far from the stage. Small quibbles to
be sure. Interestingly, both shows were the first time Bob played either
city. Bob and band were in fine form. My traveling companion, who is not
a huge Dylan follower, was very impressed with the musicianship and show.
Both first time cities got a treat. Thanks Bob.
Keith Venturoni
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