Best show of the year? Always a tough call, but this show is definitely in the running. An excellent “Mountain Jam” opens the night on a strong note, but things really catch fire with a rocking version of “Gilded Splinters” that the band dedicates to the recently deceased Johnny Jenkins. A bluesy, powerful “Smokestack Lightning” is another gem, but the ABB definitely saved the best for last. An overwhelming “Mountain Jam” reprise contains some of Derek’s most inspirational playing, dipping into a long “Will the Circle Be Unbroken” tease and the 20-minute “Whipping Post” is a passionate, epic performance, led by Warren’s intensely emotional solo.
DISC
ONE
Mountain Jam 13:29
One Way Out 5:41
Don’t Keep Me Wonderin' 4:23
Maydell 4:39
Stormy Monday 9:49
DISC TWO
Hot'lanta 5:11
Walk On Gilded Splinters 5:58
Smokestack Lightning 11:18
Statesboro Blues 5:28
Revival 8:56
DISC THREE
Leave My Blues At Home 3:01
Jabuma 15:37
Leave My Blues At Home (Reprise) 6:46
Mountain Jam (Reprise) 10:12
Whipping Post 20:00