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FMN: Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers at Red Rocks

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A Friday Night Music unannounced and posted in the morning? What gives? As to the unannounced, who cares? And it’s Friday night somewhere, right?

I saw Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers last night – live at Red Rocks, the absolute best venue in the world (although I have to admit I’ve not visited them all). Have you ever been there? What’s your favorite?

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Petty did two shows at Red Rocks, one on the 1st, and another on the 3rd. (Crosby, Stills and Nash was already scheduled for the 2nd.)

(Not exactly the best sound and video quality, but what can we expect from an amateur posting on youTube?)

Joe Cocker, the King of Covers, opened for Petty.

Joe Cocker was good, and Tom Petty was outstanding! Those videos do not do the show justice.

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The Moody Blues with the Colorado Symphony is considered among the best shows ever at Red Rocks (1990 or 91):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuywcMYMKfQ

If you like the Moody Blues, consider buying the DVD of that show. Outstanding!

And to think, The Moody Blues and continually being snubbed for the R&R Hall of Fame. (Of course, the R&R Hall of Fame has proven itself to be a joke! What do you think?)

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Rules for this edition of Friday Night Music: Make them up as we go.

Topic: Make it up as we go.

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Funny

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My husband and I were talking about concerts we’ve attended. I’ve been to many over the years. Tom Petty stands out as one of the best. I’ve seen him twice. The last time was in the early 90s. I’d love to see him again.

I agree – it was one of the best

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His stop here was to kick-off his summer tour, and he might be coming to a venue near you:

http://www.tompetty.com/

It was well worth the price.

My choices

In reply to I agree – it was one of the best

Atlanta August 11, the week before my niece is getting married in NY.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center, August 27, the week AFTER my niece gets married.

Charlotte in September. Could be done. I’ll have to look into it.

I love Tom Petty

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I never saw him in concert, but Red Rocks looks like such a beautiful place to see a concert.

Here’s one of my favorites (I have many)

Runnin’ Down a Dream

I love this one too

Mary Jane’s Last Dance

Good stuff.

AV

Stevie Ray Vaughn – The Sky Is Cryin’ (Oops.)

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Want to see him. Guessed I missed that…

Can NOT have Stevie without Chitluns.

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B-)

Ooh, that is fabu

In reply to Can NOT have Stevie without Chitluns.

I like this one too.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zAG-kX_IlUw

AV

Oh, he was so hot

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Love this one too.

Pride and Joy

AV

I love it! NO RULES

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I’m into no rules. Too bad the rest of life has so many.

I’m finally going to see Crosby, Stills and Nash this summer at the PNC Art Center. I’ve listened to them my entire life, it seems, but never saw them in person.

PNC isn’t even close to Red Rocks as far as ambiance, but I got good seats. Had to convince my hubby he wanted to go too, as he’s not as much a fan as I am. I can be persuasive. 😉

I hope they play this song

Marrekesh Express
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wddCfXzz6fc

AV

Oh, I love that one.

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Nothin’ like the Wayback Machine! 😀

I’m an old hippie

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Every now and then, I have a fond look back at where I came from. It brings back so many memories for me.

AV

This one appears to be part of the set list

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Cathedral
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aX5e0KQB8mU

edit: better audio

Little bitta Fabulous Thunderbirds…

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How about some Aerosmith?

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I don’t know why I like this song. I think its because its a little naughty.

Pink

AV

I’ve liked this since the first time I heard it.

In reply to How about some Aerosmith?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6yGCHPmfqT0&feature=related

Howzabout this?

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better sound

Omigod I’m having a flashback

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I always think of this song when I think back to that time

Get Together

AV

Oh. This is the absolute best.

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I was about 16 riding in the car with my girlfriend and two guy friends. This was playing on the radio. A new band. Led Zeppelin.

Dazed and Confused
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auDv6cf2PBM

Oh, I thought it was the greatest and it was.

AV

And this

In reply to Oh. This is the absolute best.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bkjv9SscotY

AV

Swoons.

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That’s compelling. Thanks.

Oh my, yes

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That is a classic.

Oh my

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The olden days

You’re time is gonna come
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4aj_vABphAo

AV

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