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SO GOOD. #LindseyBuckingham http://lockerz.com/s/228566981

‏@itsTHEJCLentine
Lindsey Buckingham is the master at his craft. No pick. All finger-picking. So amazing. #acousticgold

‏@tleroadrunner
Just saw the greatest guitarist ever Lindsey buckingham

@ColursoBhamNews
Intense guitar work at Lindsey Buckingham’s solo concert tonight at Alys Stephens Center in Bham. Yes, the guy can play.

‏@ColursoBhamNews
The Buckingham show was short, however. One-hour set, single-song encore. Went by in a flash at Stephens Center in Bham.


‏@dawehbon
@Lndsybuckingham last night's concert in Birmingham, AL was simply incredible. Thank you, for allowing us have a part of your music.

Just got back from the show. Lindsey was terrific, although the start was a bit rough and there appeared to be some sound problems, at least at first. It was still fabulous. It reinforced my admiration for him to see him up there performing brilliantly song after song. It also adds an extra layer of intensity when it's just him. I feel like giving too many standing ovations cheapens them... But he was so amazing on so many songs.... So we just had to keep standing up! The crowd was rather sedate otherwise but you could tell people were into it, even if they weren't doing much moving.

The only song I found a bit disappointing was ISA. Not because of Lindsey... He was working it! It's just that the drum is so integral to the song and using a drum track isn't nearly as powerful. I'm probably a bit pickier about it, though, because it's one of my favorite songs.

The other negative: too short! Stevie played longer as an opening act! know it must be tiring to do a one- man show, but surely there are some less arduous songs he can add. "Holiday Road," for instance. Since almost all of the songs he does now are very intense and not really dance-able, that could give us all a chance to lighten up!

Still, I feel I got my money's worth. Lindsey was really throwing himself into it. He looked like he was about to fall over after ISA! He gives it all he's got and it really shows.

On a personal level, I just felt so freaking lucky to be there and hear him do "Stephanie" live. I never thought I would ever hear him play that. Magnificent!

He took several minutes to reminisce about playing Birmingham as part of Buckingham Nicks, and how they had such a great following here. He even said that he wonders to this day if they made the right decision to join FM. There were some people in the audience who had seen that sold out show back in 1975 - one of them was sitting next to me. The sense of history was very potent, especially after the standing ovation he got after "Stephanie."

I'm already looking forward to seeing another show tomorrow!

Thanks sodascouts! Was the set list the same as previous legs?

Awesome!! That's really cool. :)

Thanks for the review!

glad you had great time Nancy - and thanks so much for reporting back so fast!! :xoxo:

so just to make sure - exact same setlist as previous legs, right?
(you better add some stuff Lindsey...)

Yes - there has been no change in the setlist.

Btw I gotta vent about the merch. It was nothing but leftovers! They were even selling shirts with 2008 tour dates on the back! Come on!

yup, it was like that the whole tour.

gotta resort to making own shirts b/c there's nothing good offered. :angel:

That's great how he tailored his comments to the location, remembering what must have been such an amazing night for the duo. What special words.

Thanks for the review.

Michele

Aww that gave me chills....

Nancy, I wish I'd known you were there... it would have been nice to meet another long-time Ledgie! I took my son to the show. It was his first concert. We had a blast, and oddly though I was a little ticked about the short show, it was perfect for a four year old!

Here is the setlist:
Castaway Dreams
Bleed To Love Her (loved this one solo!)
Not Too Late
Stephanie (was good not only to see the historical significance of the standing O, but to see LB acknowledge it)
Come
Shut Us Down
Go Insane
Never Going Back Again
Big Love
I'm So Afraid
Go Your Own Way
Trouble
Seeds We Sow

My son's favorite song is "Stars Are Crazy," so we were disappointed we didn't get to hear it. Still, great show, and I had him in bed by 10:00. :)

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"short but stellar" - review
 

"short but stellar" review from http://www.al.com/entertainment/inde...lo_concer.html pasted here - http://ledge.fleetwoodmac.net/showpo...0&postcount=64

Right on. That's really a great review :cool:
But only seven guitars in Brimingham??? :shocked::lol:

i think this reporter has trouble counting stuff. right after the show she tweeted there was a 1-song encore, causing outcry of responses before she realized she was wrong and corrected the number lol.

the reporter who wrote the review is the same one who tweeted the above during / right after the show.:)

another review of yesterday's show:

http://judi-mindovermatter.blogspot....uckingham.html

Alabama
http://www.al.com/entertainment/inde...lo_concer.html

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama -- Who: Lindsey Buckingham, 62, a guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer. He’s best known for his work with the 1970s pop-rock powerhouse, Fleetwood Mac. Buckingham also has a thriving solo career, albeit one that’s smaller in scope.

What: A stellar solo concert -- just one guy and about seven guitars -- tied to Buckingham’s latest recording, 2011’s “Seeds We Sow.”

When and where: 8:05 p.m. Thursday at the Jemison Concert Hall of Birmingham’s Alys Stephens Center. Buckingham’s primary set lasted for an hour; he returned to the stage for a two-song encore.

Audience: An attentive, appreciative group of listeners filled the majority of seats in the concert hall and gave Buckingham several standing ovations. The choral balcony was blocked with curtains; the venue holds about 1,100 people in that configuration.

Set list: Featured “Go Your Own Way,” “Never Going Back Again,” “I’m So Afraid,” “Big Love,” “Trouble,” “Go Insane,” “Cast Away Dreams,” “Bleed to Love Her,” “Not Too Late,” “Come,” “Shut Us Down,” “Stephanie,” “Seeds We Sow.”

Instrumentals: In a word, intense. Buckingham’s guitar work was powerfully emotional and technically exquisite throughout the show. The vigor of his playing resulted in one broken string, but as a rule, he had everything masterfully under control.

Vocals: He’s an expressive stylist, not an immaculate virtuoso. Still, the catches and breaks in his singing -- the little cracks and flaws -- had a great deal of character. Lyrics obviously matter to Buckingham, and he’s written some compelling ones.

Sound: High volume, to match the high intensity level. Buckingham let it rip, surprising any casual fans who expected a low-key vibe.

Demeanor: Whip-smart and philosophical, gracious yet rather severe. Buckingham pointed to Birmingham as “a place we think of as part of our story,” acknowledging some early successes here before he and Stevie Nicks joined Fleetwood Mac. (Apparently, Birmingham was one of a few cities that gave airplay and applause to their early ‘70s duo, Buckingham Nicks.) Buckingham didn’t gush, but made his appreciation clear.

Timing: The show seemed incredibly short, but that’s partly due to Buckingham’s talent. When an hour zips by, the performer on stage must be gifted. Still, another 15-30 minutes of music would’ve been welcome. Need proof? The audience booed in dismay when he announced his exit. “How quickly they turn,” Buckingham quipped.

Verdict: Great stuff. Next time, let’s just have more of it.

from http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fb...type=3&theater

soundcheck in Birmingham -

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Cool pic! That's his guitar tech I guess?

yeah love that photo. and yes - you'll see him tonight a lot (Stan).

Yay!!! So excited!!

I love his jawline in the photo. His face looks good, classic in black and white these days, because of all the places the shadows can hide on his facial structure.

He probably wore those same clothes for the concert that night.

I'd like to know what he sleeps in.

Michele

lol. we wish! no, these are his before/after show clothes. during the show he wears those tight elastic jeans and that shirt with buttons. every. single. time.

I love this photo so much!!! It looks almost like a painting.

26 photos here -

http://www.flickr.com/photos/alysste...er/7699676874/

http://weldbham.com/mixedmedia/2012/...ngham-7-26-12/ [click for concert shots]

If you are a Pop music junkie, guitar-head or both, then you were likely at the Alys Stephens Center on July 26. Drawing from his Fleetwood Mac, Buckingham/Nicks and solo catalogs, Lindsey Buckingham performed a solo acoustic show to a sold-out house. Weld was there to capture the event.