Alison Krauss & Union Station Stop in Atlanta
Her warmth, humor, and obvious affection for her bandmates elevated the concert beyond a typical performance, turning it into an intimate and joyful evening in Atlanta.
Her warmth, humor, and obvious affection for her bandmates elevated the concert beyond a typical performance, turning it into an intimate and joyful evening in Atlanta.
The singer’s comparisons to Kate Bush, Siouxsie Sioux, and other female singers notwithstanding, she has cited Grace Slick of Jefferson Airplane as her musical hero and the prominent influence in her career.
Wednesday covered the Truckers’ tune “Women Without Whiskey” on the band’s 2022 covers album ‘Mowing the Leaves Instead of Piling ‘Em Up.’ To their credit, Hood has publicly endorsed the band as one of his favorites.
Shaw has written another slew of sweet tunes featuring vocals by Rock Eupora, the moniker of Nashville’s Clayton Waller as the sole singer on all four tracks.
Brilliant songwriting and one hundred and ten percent effusive energy from each musician made for a superior live music experience (and the crowd matched that energy).
The boys have matured and evolved since their beginnings, with Morrell boldly taking his guitar into new experimental areas. Jack efficiently sharing rhythm section duties with brother Mike, who handles his mighty bass and belts out songs with even stronger vocals.
“Club Shadow” serves as the perfect remedy for those suffering from low energy or a weak heartbeat. This coal burner is designed to get fans on their feet, with DuBois encouraging, “You belong.” It’s a lively rocker.
On the title track “Road to Redemption,” Mudcat is clearly sharing personal life lessons when he sings, “My tribulations you may not see / I’ve been through hell I’ll be redeemed,” all the while mixing in flashes of that Bo Diddley beat.
Jourgensen’s style has not changed, rife with Goth over- (and under-) tones, the singer is a singular presence. His voice still resonates as it has for the past four decades and the musicians were very tight.
It was a good vibe in the Roxy. A wide range of ages were on display, including a surprisingly large percentage of Gen Zs in attendance.