While it would be unfair to compare years, one thing that I felt like I missed a little bit was what seemed to be a higher level of collaboration last year, particularly with more “featured” acts (Sooj, MBD). The string quartet kind of became a house band and lent a really nice string through the whole experience. That said, I defy most musicians to just “sit in” with most of those acts, who all generally work off very tight and atypical compositions. (I’ll pass on attempting to jam with The Dirty Projectors or Grizzly Bear anytime soon). So, more an observation than critique.

Again this year, I felt a little depressed when Sunday rolled around because I knew I wouldn’t get to go listen to awesome music that night. Thanks to everyone involved in the festival. Can’t wait for 09. I’m already making my predictions/wish list for a lineup…. but I trust Bryce to come up with a better group than I ever could.