So jealous of those of you who lived in a place like San Francisco and had access to the Fillmore and Winterland in their heyday. Living in Canada, many performers who toured the US, didn't want to deal with crossing over the border into anther country for a handful of gigs.
Like most of you, I have a long list of wonderful concerts I have attended but thought I'd add a few artists perhaps not mentioned much so far. I won't list dates and venues as these are artists I've seen several times and for the most part, every concert was great.
The Pat Metheny Group in the late 70s
Jeff Beck circa Blow by Blow with Jan Hammer
Blue Rodeo Circa 5 Days in May
Last month, I saw the incredible jazz pianist Emmett Cohen and his Quartet on his tribute to Miles Davis and John Coltrane tour. One of the best jazz performances I've ever seen, and I've seen many
So maybe another good thread would be your "best concert story". I have many. Here's one.
In 1970 I was attending a Van Morrison concert with a press pass ( photographer) . Van was know to have stage fright. Between his first and second set , Van apparently hit the pub and had a few. Towards the end of the second set, while performing his hit "Domino" Van would do this little strut across the stage and kick his leg up in time with the end of the signature horn riff in that song. He lost his balance and fell flat on his back. Happened twice!
Van the Man!