Shows I’ll Never Forget

Genesis, Jan. 24, 1975: Shows I'll Never Forget

Genesis, Jan. 24, 1975: Shows I’ll Never Forget

Mike Tiano remembers Genesis’ 1975 performance at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, featured in the new reissue of ‘The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway.’

Doobie Brothers, Aug. 9, 2025: Shows I'll Never Forget

Doobie Brothers, Aug. 9, 2025: Shows I’ll Never Forget

The Doobie Brothers remain one of the most consistently satisfying touring bands, almost five decades after their peak years.

Jon Anderson and the Band Geeks, April 14, 2025: Shows I'll Never Forget

Jon Anderson and the Band Geeks, April 14, 2025: Shows I’ll Never Forget

After Jon Anderson’s exit, I thought I’d never again experience the joy that Yes brought to me in the past. I was happy to be proved wrong at this concert.

Ward Davis, March 3, 2023: Shows I’ll Never Forget

Ward Davis, March 3, 2023: Shows I’ll Never Forget

When Ward Davis’ solo acoustic performance at the Louisiana Grandstand theater was announced, I almost decided to skip it.

Nels Cline + Ben Monder, Feb. 22, 2022: Shows I'll Never Forget

Nels Cline + Ben Monder, Feb. 22, 2022: Shows I’ll Never Forget

Extraordinary music usually results when extraordinary musicians like Nels Cline and Ben Monder step out of their comfort zones and put themselves in challenging situations that gives them no other out but to lean on their innate sense of creativity.

Bob Dylan, Nov. 2, 2021: Shows I'll Never Forget

Bob Dylan, Nov. 2, 2021: Shows I’ll Never Forget

Bob Dylan is back on the road. Nobody seemed happier about it during his tour-opening stop in Milwaukee than Bob himself.

The Everly Brothers, Oct. 30, 1998: Shows I'll Never Forget

The Everly Brothers, Oct. 30, 1998: Shows I’ll Never Forget

One might think that the Everly Brothers would try to make their show into a living jukebox, but almost the opposite occurred.

Anti-Mortem / Scattered Hamlet, July 25, 2021: Shows I’ll Never Forget

Anti-Mortem / Scattered Hamlet, July 25, 2021: Shows I’ll Never Forget

Live music was back, Anti-Mortem was back and, for at least a few hours, all was right with the world.

Pierce Edens via Heist TV: Shows I'll Never Forget

Pierce Edens via Heist TV: Shows I’ll Never Forget

In recommending Pierce Edens, Heist owner Sam Luna said: “I hope you enjoy the gravel and the grit.” He wasn’t kidding.

Tall Tall Trees via Heist TV: Shows I'll Never Forget

Tall Tall Trees via Heist TV: Shows I’ll Never Forget

Tall Tall Trees’ terrific set for Heist TV made me look forward to a time when I can see live music again. For now, this will do just fine.