Ron Kuper <"eng130 %BOSTONU.bitnet"@WISCVM.ARPA> (11/12/84)
----- Very disappointing performance. They either suffered from a lousy mix or they should just keep away from live performances. I especially liked the close-up on the bassist during "Two Tribes," when what ever the bassist was playing couldn't even be heard! Frankie's (is that him?) voice isn't all that amazing, certainly not worthy of being placed so "up front" in the mix. As far as their "Born to Run" cover, RETTTCCCHHHH!! Maybe Bruce will comment on it (I haven't heard the album version, but I suspect its similar). Frankie took one of the best songs of the 70's and completely butchered it for the 80's. I guess I'll stick to my old records... On the topic of meaningless lyrics (or maybe funny songs)?, has anyone out there heard either "I like them Big and Stupid" (I met a guy, he drives a truck. He's not very smart, but he sure can ... drive), or "The Homecoming Queen has got a Gun" (maybe the titles are wrong; they're both done by the same singer). Anyway, really hilarious music-- it's been getting some airplay on 'BCN in Boston. facts are lazy and facts are late facts all come with points of view ... ] -----