As a radio host, I think that a studio recording should represent the vision of the artist - much like a painting or a book is the final product of a creative experience in those mediums.   Unlike a painter, a musician or storyteller has the opportunity to share their art in an alternate different format - live and raw.

I remember seeing the Eagles and being very disappointed that their live show soundec exactly like their studio recordings - nearly note for note. I enjoy the live experience of watching the music being created, not replicated.

There is something to be said for BOTH "raw" and "refined" with each having their place and purpose.