around this time, the band addressed the constant demand for a live record. mr. blotto had been, from its inception, an improvisational band and had always allowed people to record the shows. a taper path was built that included an analog to digital converter, a distribution amplifier, and an open invitation for all to enjoy the high quality of a constant gain board patch in either digital or analog. as a result, clean mr. blotto boots began to cross the country, often in advance of the band—this is especially true outside of the midwest, where they rarely tour.