r.e. Key Arena: "fettered by security presence" is a nice way to put it.

"treated like a criminal" is another.

Hooray! Seeing shows outdoors feels so much more Bumbershoot. Entering the dark cave and long hallways of Key Arena was always so removed from the festival. We hated it, but sometimes needs must. It will be interesting to see the new stage layout.

Of course it will rain this year now that the main stage is back outside.

Sound is bad there sometimes, but David Byrne in 97 was the best sound I think I have ever heard at a show.

Good. Bring back the Northwest Court!