Straying more into Toby Keith’s lane than Jimmy’s, the outlaw country/rock song has the makings of a hit just oozing from its pores. A Toby Keith duet that’s coming on the new album called Too Drunk To Karaoke. Jimmy’s music and personality are more than enough to carry the show and he leaves the moving and excitement to the crowd. Their focus is on the music, right where it should be. One thing I noticed, is there isn’t a lot of movement from the band, which in this instance is completely expected. Songs like Knees Of My Heart, the New Orleans inspired Pencil Thin Mustache was a particular favorite, and Son Of A Son Of A Sailor were all simply fantastic. With such a long setlist, I can’t really touch on every song, but some of the next few songs were amazing. Still, it also shows how much Jimmy cares for this city. Great information and a rare glimpse of the business side of things. Jimmy added there have been 420 hangovers in the band, a few angry husbands and he guessed he’d better stop there. Michael stated that there had been 870,000 tickets sold and 26 sold out shows. Jimmy and musical director Michael Utley threw out some numbers for the 26 years since they’ve been coming to Riverbend. Seeing Jimmy’s dog Gracie fighting with a crab on the huge video screen gave the song a visual to go with the story and validate that Jimmy truly is who he says he is. It was a refreshing addition to the setlist. A nice slow groove built the momentum up to that big ole chorus and the song certainly has that signature Buffett style. One of the early highlights for me was the new song Something About A Boat. The massive Alan Jackson hit was the first huge singalong of the night and the table setter for all the fun times to follow. It’s 5 O’clock Somewhere and tonight, that occurred about 10 minutes into the set, around 8:25 in Cincinnati. As much electricity that was in the air, Jimmy could’ve sang the will call ticket list and these people would’ve been just as happy. Somewhere, and the band opened with that version of the song Kinja.
Can’t win em all I suppose!Įnough of the atmosphere, lets talk about music!! After being pummeled by beach balls for an hour before the show, it was time to get our party on. Sadly though, I found out I was a Buffett Virgin. Their answer was in unison, “ This our 43rd show together.” Stunned, all I could muster as a reply was, “ Holy shit!” I had found my fountains of knowledge! James and Mary Ann ( Yeah, I thought of Gilligan’s Island immediately as well) proceeded to fill me in on what not to miss. This is an event, not a concert.Īs I talked to a few fans on the way in, I asked a young couple if they had seen Jimmy Buffett before, they both peered at each other and a huge smile captured their faces, their reply was, “ A few times.” Obviously, I wanted to know more, so I continued to ask how many shows events they’ve attended. That’s when it occurred to me, that as much as I love music and as many great experiences that I’ve been through, they all pale in comparison to the entire culture that Jimmy Buffett has created through his music and loyal fans. Guys wearing coconut bras, ladies wearing next to nothing and even kids with painted faces.
I’ve never seen so many grass skirts in my entire life! There were obviously Parrothead hats, but there were also a ton of incredibly creative people filing in. Some complete with shark fins, but none absent of party people.Ī couple of miles in, I approached many people heading to the venue. There were a few of your everyday models, but most were decked out with custom painted tropical themes or huge hanging banners professing their Buffett addiction. That was my first indication that this night was going to be different.Īfter taking my exit, I’m greeted by row after row of Rv’s. In the Ohio River, two hours before showtime, were no less than 50 boats and pontoons ready to enjoy a night of free music. Just before the exit on I-275, you can peer over into the Ohio River, which flows behind the Riverbend Amphitheater. Then, this Jimmy Buffett show came along. I thought that I had pretty much seem it all. I’ve been to hundreds of concerts in my lifetime.
A surprise cover, a surprise guest, a new song, and of course the surprise of the fans when anything like that happens. Going into a concert not knowing what to expect is a big part of the experience for me.
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