Hi Vickie,
I think there are more people backstage when we are at a casino or a radio contest has been run.
Gordon does sound very strong with a lot of feeling in what he sings. As I have said in the past, the "Joe Suhradas" are welcome to stay home and give us Lightheads who love Gordon more room. It might make it easier to get a better ticket or be the one chosen to go back stage.
I think Gordon likes to keep it lighter backstage so he and the orchestra can get back to their rooms and rest for take off in the morning. Just my thoughts on the subject.
DSR