not sure of the significance of Stevie's friend for this show
(it was something going on in her personal life at the time and while it probably influenced her day to day, i'm not sure it really changed the overall "state" of the band at the time).
it was more likely that the obscene amount of drugs being consumed by the band and crew at the time had a more immediate effect on the shows
drugs and death aside, this was a great tour for me (and a great show)
the tour was possibly Stevie's worst vocal period but one of the most energetic and fresh, in terms of the actual playing. What a contrast to the last two tours - with all the unnecessary back up musicians and vocalists.
I love how raw and almost punk the band was on this tour. Imperfect vocals, off key harmonies, but loud raucous, "no appologies" playing.
I miss those days and I'd love to see them try to do it again. They'd have to abandon the multi-million dollar corporate machine and get out of the arenas.
Can you imagine a small-venue tour with just Lindsey, Mick, John and Stevie?
That would be fun.
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