I know there are a few I've missed, he is prolific. Which would you say you've enjoy the most so far? I never did get to see him live, I wonder if he's coming here anytime soon. Lately I've had this urge to start seeing shows incase I don't get another shot. Still can't believe I got to see McCartney perform Blackbird live in Austin 2 years ago. It was amazing!
CelticBomber wrote:
Well, Van is 74 years old and he doesn't tour that often in the States so if you want to see him before it's too late, you better go to the closest show you can get to and not wait for him to show up in your neck of the woods. He still puts on a good show but of course, Young Van was much more vibrant and animated.
As far as other shows I've really enjoyed here in Hawaii:
Pure electricity - The Rolling Stones, Jan. 1973 - Mick Taylor's last American shows as a regular member of the band. ZZ Top opened. I went to the first of 3 shows and the energy in the place was so high while we waited for them to come on.
Of some historical importance - Jimi Hendrix, August 1, 1970 - Jimi's last American show, in 6 weeks, he would be dead
Most entertaining - Elton John in 1973. "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" hadn't been released yet but Elton opened up with "Funeral For a Friend" and when he came out, with the wild outfit and great lighting, the show was non-stop. The glasses that blinked "Elton" and "John" were totally out of sight!
Stoniest - Bob Marley. Although it was an outdoor venue, there was so much pot in the air that day, I got 2nd hand stoned.
Loudest - either SRV in 1986 or Beck, Bogert & Appice in 1973. With SRV, we were sitting on the risers but at the same level as the speakers on the stage. For BBA, sat in the front row, stage right, right in front of the speakers.
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