I left the oil patch of western Texas today for a much needed getaway, and an opportunity to finally see a band live that I had heard so much hoopla about.
Blackberry Smoke out on one hell of a rock show in Helotes today. Currently they are into the first half of their Be Right Here tour.
Today was also the first time for me to venture to John T Floore’s a venue I’ve had on my bucket list ever since Robert Earl Keen recorded Live Dinner #2 there.
The opener was Austin based musician Jeff Crosby. His country and rock licks were paired with a borrowed fiddle player from the OG Texas Country group Reckless Kelly.
Crosby played several original songs that he’d written and closed up the set with a perfect rendition of the Guy Clark penned, Anyhow I Love You.
Charlie Starr and his band BlackBerry smoke took the stage and the rock show began. This multi- talented group of musicians really gave the audience a show to remember.
The band recently lost their long time drummer, Brit Turner, but they didn’t miss a beat. Starr told the audience, “he’s still right here with us. Every night, and we are playing rock in roll for him now.”
Charlie Starr is one of the greatest guitarists I’ve personally seen play live . He must have changed his instrument at least a dozen times . Each guitar meant another amazing song and another story.
The weather was perfect for the outdoor event . The crowd was friendly and fun and the band played to the audience quite well.
The new album Be Right Here is out and available everywhere. Grab a copy you can hold onto. The Floore’s audience heard much of the new album as well as many old favorites. The fan loyalty to this group is impressive.
Blackberry Smoke fans from all over the world flocked into that little country store. We arrived as strangers and left as friends.
Thanks for sharing the music
Pancho.