[Christian Schutz]

So as the dates started to appear, I noticed the trend of only 1 show per city. What was most alarming about this was not the fact that they were shutting some fans out (although in some cities where they routinely sell out 2-4 shows that had to be the case), but the fact that the set lists were then more likely to feature the obligitory hits. The summer festival shows had me fearing setlists like that, but I had thought that on a more major tour (which we're barely getting) they'd have cause to change it up a bit more, especially if they were playing the same venue on back to back nights. When the dates first appeared I held out hope that there'd be no opener and more of "An Intimate Evening With..." two set possibility, not that two sets would be necessary for a longer, more comprehensive setlist (look at Pearl Jam). I am almost out of hope for such a thing after Kingston. I also agree that it makes me less likely to travel and pay for a bunch of shows. Bummer.