is this the greatest live band of all time?

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@dwiphefl1128 

I kind of want to hear a band that sounds better live than on their records

I have seen many bands that fall into that category as I believe most musicians/artists are energized by a live audience.  I heard two of your listed bands during the periods you list and both shows were outstanding:

• YES - 1976
• Genesis - Lamb Lies Down tour 

Jason and the Scorchers, circa 1984

Los Lobos, for about thirty-three years and counting

- I saw Pearl Jam open for U2 in Hawaii (2000's).  That was good.

- Pearl Jam in San Francisco was amazing (2000's).

- Rush in Toronto and Vegas. Rush is always great.

- Santana in Toronto (1990's) had me walking on air, so pumped up after that one.

- Recently saw a 100 year old Pete Townsend and Roger Daltrey in Vegas. It was shockingly great.

@yyzsantabarbara 
I saw The Who in 1975, Rush in 1976, but Santana not until the 1990's - all were great shows! Pearl Jam would have been a sweet show.