Last night I was treated to an outdoor concert by my son. REO Speedwagon and Train were entertaining at Fiddler’s Green. It was amazing!
Usually I balk a little at what I term, “The Old Farts” tour. Too many people don’t know when to quit and continue to scratch out tunes, and I have been privy to a few of those tedious concerts. However, REO was spot-on and of course, Train is still in their prime. We danced and knew the words to almost every song by both bands. Strong voices, entertaining comments, and no political agendas. It was refreshing.
The warm-up band was a little on the old fart side, Yacht Rock Revue. But we knew all of those songs, too! As a Yacht Rock listener, I realized they had properly pegged the audience, and my son was a worthy youngster enjoying the oldies with the crowd. It was thoroughly soul-filling.
Best of all? Aside from spending the evening with my son, we got to park at my son’s place of business for free. It was two blocks from the venue! Yes, one of those evenings that will serve me well in memory.