Post Tagged with: "Concerts"

Todd Rundgren's 'Clearly Human' Show Reimagines the Concert Experience

Todd Rundgren’s ‘Clearly Human’ Show Reimagines the Concert Experience

Everyone is looking toward a future in which live music can again become a shared experience. Todd Rundgren has a different future in mind.

My Small Contribution to the Yes Symphonic Tour

My Small Contribution to the Yes Symphonic Tour

Mike Tiano recalls when Yes guitarist Steve Howe incorporated one of his ideas into the set during the band’s 2001 symphonic tour.

Steve Hackett, Nov. 8, 2019: Shows I'll Never Forget

Steve Hackett, Nov. 8, 2019: Shows I’ll Never Forget

Steve Hackett, more than anyone else, has kept the Genesis flag flying in the 21st century.

Vinyl

Roger McGuinn, John Kay + Others – ‘Easy Rider’ Live at Radio City Music Hall

Roger McGuinn was among those on hand for an evening meant to celebrate ‘Easy Rider.’ Peter Fonda’s recent death turned it into a heartfelt memorial.

Iron Maiden, Sept. 21, 2019: Shows I'll Never Forget

Iron Maiden, Sept. 21, 2019: Shows I’ll Never Forget

I’ve seen concerts with skilled musicianship, but for the total package – spectacle, performance and passion – Iron Maiden can’t be beat.

Kiss, Sept. 7, 2019: Shows I'll Never Forget

Kiss, Sept. 7, 2019: Shows I’ll Never Forget

I had misgivings based on my last lackluster experience with Kiss, but in the end, I was glad that I went.

Vinyl

Gloryhammer / Aether Realm, June 17, 2019: Shows I’ll Never Forget

I can, without a doubt, say Gloryhammer’s recent stop in Dallas was one of the favorite concert experiences of my life.

Vinyl

James Taylor – ‘One Man Band’ (2007; 2019 reissue)

The first-ever vinyl reissue of James Taylor’s ‘One Man Band’ live album prompts a re-evaluation.

Paul McCartney, June 6, 2019: Shows I'll Never Forget

Paul McCartney, June 6, 2019: Shows I’ll Never Forget

Paul McCartney still knows how to enrapture an audience – definitely not an easy feat, although he makes it appear so.

Pat Metheny, May 16, 2019: Shows I'll Never Forget

Pat Metheny, May 16, 2019: Shows I’ll Never Forget

Two hours, spent with Pat Metheny during a solo show in New Hampshire, and I was exhausted.