Indigo Girls

This is maybe the tenth time I have seen the girls, so I'm starting to feel very qualified in reviewing their live performances. A few observations:
Their opening acts usually stink. With the exception of Girlyman, I could skip the first hour.
They have great new material (11 out of 13 tracks are strong) and it is cool to see them perform new stuff live.
They always mix in the crowd favorites, "Closer to Fine", "Galileo", "Get out the Map". But after 20 years, a little of the energy has drained from those great tunes. It feels like they have to do them for the die-hards. Kind of like James Taylor on Monday, he had to sing "You've got a Friend" for the gazillionth time.
The girls are aging well. Emily is still sensitive and thoughtful and Amy still carries her punk-rock spirit. They can rock with the best of them. There harmonies are still wonderful and intricate, and the music will have legs, so the next generation can be as moved as we are.
I missed their patter. It was all music this time. Having a little insight into the sometimes complicated and deep lyrics helps.
ps. I don't like their new drummer. A little more subtle buddy. There are a lot of lyrics to listen to. Completely out of balance on most of the tunes.