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jdubfan
02-24-2009, 03:14 PM
I get to go see her at the Morris Civic (a small 2500 seat auditorium built for listening to music!) in the heart of downtown South Bend Friday night. I'm a big-time blues and slide fan, and I've been a fan of Bonnie's for a long time. This is my first time seeing her. Can't wait, happened to get 6th row seats purely by livin' right :eyebrow:.
Hope this helps tide me over 'til my March shows w/the boys.

ticky
02-24-2009, 03:41 PM
Hey JDub, Im a HUGE Bonnie fan, I just checked her schedule and, of course, she wont be coming anywhere near me. So be sure and bring back a full and detailed review! *thinking I really need to move to Texas*

TimothyBFan
02-24-2009, 03:56 PM
Hey Deb- I was trying to go to that show at The Morris also but couldn't get anyone else to go with. I figured I shouldn't press my luck because have several concerts coming up. I see Thorogood this Saturday and 2 in one weekend would of been mind boggling for someone with very little life! :hilarious:

eaglesvet
02-24-2009, 10:24 PM
I had seen Bonnie about 1991 or 1992, back when she was touring for the Luck of the Draw album, and she was fantastic! We were in lawn seats in the rain at the Garden State Art Center, and although the concert was well worthwhile, it cemented in my mind that I would never go for lawn seats again...too much mud!!

Peekaboo
02-25-2009, 09:23 AM
She's going to be coming to the casino that I work at. I don't remember if she'll be here in March or April but I did see that she is coming here. It's great that the casino brings in some good acts like her but I always work the night of the concerts so I don't ever get the chance to see them perform.

TimothyBFan
02-25-2009, 09:43 AM
Do you ever see any of those performers after a show or whenever on the floor when you are working? Just wonder if they ever get out there and gamble a bit amongst the "commoners".

The George Thorogood concert we are going to Saturday night will be the first show at the Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City in the new addition they just opened up last month. Anxious to check it out and hope they bring some other good shows to it.

Peekaboo
02-25-2009, 09:52 AM
Do you ever see any of those performers after a show or whenever on the floor when you are working? Just wonder if they ever get out there and gamble a bit amongst the "commoners".


I haven't witnessed it yet but i've heard that a few of the artists that have come through there have stuck around to gamble after performing. Toby Keith has done some private benefits in the theater before and i was told that he once put on a disguise and played a little blackjack afterwards.

Ive always been a dreamer
02-25-2009, 12:12 PM
After I read Deb's post, I went over to check Bonnie's tour schedule to see if she was coming anywhere close to me., but, sadly, she isn't. I would love to see her live.

jdubfan
02-25-2009, 01:42 PM
Too bad we haven't met TBF, I'm going with an old "frienemy" who probably won't enjoy the show as much as I will and I'll hear about it. Sometimes we have a good time, sometimes we don't...but he's paying, so I don't care, I will have a good time with Bonnie. I noticed she's with Jonny Lang at some other spots around me...what a great double bill :partytime:

In March, I have 3 Eagles shows in 8 days...wonder how'll I do it....what a wonderful problem to have :thumbsup:

ticky
02-25-2009, 02:10 PM
Bonnie AND Jonnie? :drool::brickwall::woah::fainted:

MikeA
02-25-2009, 02:15 PM
She's going to be coming to the casino that I work at. I don't remember if she'll be here in March or April but I did see that she is coming here. It's great that the casino brings in some good acts like her but I always work the night of the concerts so I don't ever get the chance to see them perform.

Peek,

If you are able to get the dates, I'd like to know. Might be able to make it down if the timing is right for my "schedule".

TimothyBFan
02-25-2009, 02:28 PM
Too bad we haven't met TBF, I'm going with an old "frienemy" who probably won't enjoy the show as much as I will and I'll hear about it. Sometimes we have a good time, sometimes we don't...but he's paying, so I don't care, I will have a good time with Bonnie. I noticed she's with Jonny Lang at some other spots around me...what a great double bill :partytime:

In March, I have 3 Eagles shows in 8 days...wonder how'll I do it....what a wonderful problem to have :thumbsup:

Yeah--I saw that he was appearing for 2 shows with Bonnie Raitt in March in Milwaukee WI. Half thought about that but can't seem to find the time or anyone else willing to go to all the concerts all of a sudden that are popping up.

Ticky--don't read the above about 3 shows in 8 days!! You can't even get one out your way and they will be all over around us here in the next month. How would you like to come to Indiana?

jdubfan
02-25-2009, 04:59 PM
Awwwww, I'm so sorry....that's really rubbing it in.....:worried:

I still think the west coast is gonna get a ton of shows. Good things come to those who have to wait so long.

ticky
02-25-2009, 05:36 PM
Thanks Deb, Im waiting.. and waiting, and waiting...

AzEaglesFan
02-28-2009, 03:20 AM
and waiting,:-x and waiting

ticky
02-28-2009, 03:59 AM
heheehee Shirley I figure SOMEday we're gonna score BIG time!! Karma's on our side!

Peekaboo
03-01-2009, 09:42 AM
Found out that it's this thursday (March 5) that Bonnie will be at the casino I work at. I'll be working that night so there's no chance for me to get to see her perform.



Peek,

If you are able to get the dates, I'd like to know. Might be able to make it down if the timing is right for my "schedule".


Mike, they are always adding great entertainment and you can check out the acts that are gonna be coming through here at this web site. Let me know if you ever get the chance to make it this way.

http://www.riverwind.com/Entertainment.aspx

MikeA
03-01-2009, 10:05 AM
I'm afraid that I wouldn't be able to make that long a drive on a Thursday night. Too bad! I really like Raitt!

That picture of Bonnie is a really good one. Not just Bonnie, but her guitar too. That ax has been to the wars. You can tell she is a slide player if you notice how high the strings are raised up off the neck. And look how "worn" that guitar is. Her Strat looks almost like Stevie Ray Vaughn's #1.

And if you look really closely at her right hand, you can make out the finger picks and thumb pick that she uses....much like banjo or pedal steel players use.

Prettymaid
03-02-2009, 10:28 AM
Thanks for posting the link to your casino, PB. I would love to go there sometime! Hubby and I like Little Big Town, but we're not on track for a vacation right now.

jdubfan
03-02-2009, 06:10 PM
Well, since I have no other Bonnie experiences to compare to, I just can say I was a fan before, but I'm a Bonnie-worshipper now. She was incredible-playing, singing, stage presence, the whole works. This was the band's first show in a couple months and they were ready to rock. They're rescheduling the rest of her March shows due to family emergency, so I'm lucky she did this show. I don't know if she's always this emotional or vulnerable on stage or if it's her current family situation, but she was nearly in tears and had to gather herself a few times, then she put that passion and emotion into her singing. Angel From Montgomery was other-worldly. When she finished, she sat with her head down to compose herself, only to be overwhelmed again by the standing ovation (of which there were many-I was proud of the crowd's response, you never know what kind of a crowd it'll be in this area...). She was still very chatty and charming with her banter, in a nawty wink-wink kind of way. She was talking to her sound man when she changed to an old acoustic. Told him he needed to put more "fabulous" on it, that old wood liked to sound "fabulous", then patiently waited for him to get the sound she wanted.
The whole night to me was very touching. One of those things you get to experience when you're in the 4th row. Doesn't that spoil ya? There were several moments during the show that just raised the hair on the back of my neck.
The lead-in group, Paul Cebar band was excellent. Really enjoyed them too. Very eclectic, reggae to blues to some real stompers. All original and all very good. Perfect for pre-Bonnie. She stood offstage in the wings with her guitar tech and danced around for a couple of songs during their set, and really seemed to enjoy them as the rest of the crowd was doing.
Good evening in all, I'm sure glad I got the oppurtunity.

http://www.southbendtribune.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090228/Ent/902280275/1043/Ent

ticky
03-02-2009, 07:31 PM
Deb,
Whats a great experience! I am so jealous!! *G* But really, from what I hear, Bonnie is an extremely emotional performer. I used to do some foot work for a concert promoter back in the late '70s (I was just a kid) and he used to tell stories about Bonnie and her tours in Portland when she'd do really small clubs down town (I never got to go cuz I was like 13 and they wouldn't let me in.. bummed!!) I would LOVE to see her live. BTW, Angel From Montgomery is one of my all time favorites.



see? I got so excited I had to put Bonnie on the Stereo *G* Thanks for the great review

sodascouts
11-11-2013, 12:24 AM
The show I went to Friday night was terrific! It was Bonnie's 64th birthday, so she was in an especially festive mood.

Marc Cohn opened. His biggest hit is "Walking in Memphis" and you can imagine the reception that got here in the title city! He told a cool story about visiting Memphis before he wrote it and how much it meant to him. We gave him a standing ovation. He signed CDs afterwards, and I got one!

Bonnie came out about 9:00 looking terrific and ready to roll! Bonnie is known for varying her setlist. You can find the Memphis one posted here (http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/bonnie-raitt/2013/cannon-center-for-the-performing-arts-memphis-tn-1bc4a578.html). She played every song I wanted to here except "Love Sneaking Up on You."

My favorite by far was "Angel from Montgomery." She sang it with tremendous feeling and I haven't been able to get it out of my head since. Magnificent.

I also enjoyed "Something to Talk About," "Thing Called Love," and "I Can't Make You Love Me." She performed several songs off of her most recent album, Slipstream, and that went over well, too. However, she said she might take a couple years off to make a new album in a few months. Good news for Bonnie fans!

During the encore, some road crew members brought out a cake in the shape of a guitar. They were all dressed like Elvis and Mike Finnegan, who was also in full Elvis regalia, sang "When I'm 64." She was very surprised and delighted, too!

Also during the encore, Keb Mo and blues legend Carla Thomas came out and performed with Bonnie. Everyone was having a great time!

Overall, a fantastic night!

Houston Baby
11-11-2013, 01:54 AM
Glad to hear that it was a fantastic night Soda! I would love to see Bonnie Raitt! She is a true talent!

Tiffanny Twisted
11-11-2013, 07:10 AM
Thanks nancy
Sounds devine
Ihave been a bonnie fan since I was 12.
She is on my bucket list of people to see
When I was 12 i thought it was so cool that such a beautidul gal could play guitar.she has always been a strong womans roll moseland she makes beautiful music

Prettymaid
11-11-2013, 12:57 PM
Thanks for taking the time to post a review, Soda. I've always enjoyed Bonnie Raitt but don't think I own anything by her. That said, I love Angel From Montgomery. It moves me even when I hear it on the radio. I can only imagine how touching it would be to hear it live.

Troubadour
11-11-2013, 01:43 PM
That's great, Nancy! I'm so glad you had a good time. I love Bonnie and would be thrilled to see her live.