The Ledge - Nashville Show--Spoiler!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sorry this is a tiny bit late, but when I got back from Nashville my father-in-law and brother-in-law were here from Florida. Therefore, I had to entertain them, and they just left this morning, so now I finally have time to gush over the concert. To start, let me just say that the concert was just amazing!

Starting from the beginning----my friend and I traveled four hours to Nashville, TN, and it rained on us off and on most of the trip over. I was extremely worried about the fact that Amsouth/Starwood Amphitheater is an outdoor venue, and of course, as luck would have it---forecast was rain. :distress:

Anyway, we dropped off our stuff at one of my friend's house (who luckily lives a mile from Amsouth). We freshened up, and we made our way to the show about 7:00 p.m. I hadn't started to rain yet (still saying a prayer), but it looked terrible----super, dark clouds, wind blowing, etc. We managed to purchase our Mac gear, and about the time we got to our seats (My friend and I had seats 5 and 6 on the front row on Lindsey's side.), it started to pour. At least, everyone was in the dry except for the poor people who had grass seats.

I have seen several concerts at this venue before, but I had forgotten about the stage! I love the stage at Amsouth, it is smaller than most stages, so the band is closer together, not so spread apart, so you can really see them well no matter your location, which is awesome! Stevie's mic was decorated with the usual----black streamers, iridescent beads, and two, red roses. Her mic was closer to Lindsey's mic than usual, which meant we would be able to see her better from our seats than last time. I was thrilled! Our seats were right in front of Lindsey's mic. I don't know how, but I had the same exact seats in Nashville this time, as I did in Knoxville last year. What are the chances!? Therefore, I was hoping for a lot of Lindsey interaction again. My friend insisted that I make a sign that said "Remember me from Knoxville---same seats." She talked me into it, but I wasn't sure I had the courage to hold it up. :laugh:

To make this shorter, because I could ramble on forever here (As you can see). :lol: I'm going to start discussing the major events of my evening and highlights of the show. Otherwise, we'll never get to the finish of this. I'm Mac crazy right now!

As usual, the lights went down, and Mick and John entered the stage. Mick had on his usual vest, black, striped, velvet pants, etc. John had on his usual--white, paperboy hat, button down shirt, etc. Mick was being his usual, goofy self. He yelled at the crowd, and made some crazy faces. It was funny. John just kind of laughs at him and went straight to his position. Next, Lindsey and Stevie entered the stage holding hands and smiling. Lindsey wore his same white, button down shirt with pockets, grayish jeans, etc. Stevie's outfit was a tiny bit different from last time. She wore a short, black jacket with lacy-like sleeves and black, pointed, shiny, buttons, but the same velvet, leaf covered, black skirt with black bustiers with lace trim, and her black, platform, Rebook shoes. They stepped up to their position too.

Then, they started to play "The Chain." It rocked as usual! The band seemed to really be energetic and ready to go. This continued to be a theme for the rest of the night, which was cool! Then, Stevie said, "Nashville, the City of Dreams, welcome!"

Next, they played "Dreams." During "Dreams," while Lindsey was only playing and not having to sing harmony, I held up the sign that I made. He read it and said, "Yes, I do," and he pointed to the place where I stood in Knoxville around his mic (Tonight I was on the left; in Knoxville I was on the right.). I started to laugh---(1)I couldn't believe he actually remembered me, and (2) I was embarrassed that I actually got up the nerve to hold up the sign. :shocked: Then, he got tickled too, and it was time for him to sing harmony, and he laughed into the mic. (I hope someone recorded this show!!!) "Dreams" was as beautiful, as always.

They played "I Know I'm Not Wrong" next. I felt like this was the highlight of the show. They really rocked out on this song. It was upbeat and different. I thought that it got a really good, crowd response! People really liked it, even if they weren't sure of the words.

Then, they played "Second Hand News." The crowd, as always, was really into this song. Everyone was dancing around and singing along. There was a lot of crowd involvement during this song. Then, Stevie made a nice speech about the fans and continuing to support the band. She also said some really nice things about Nashville and its music legacy. Very classy!

Next, I was expecting "Destiny Rules," but instead they played "Say You Will." I mean I love "Say You Will," but I wanted to hear "Destiny Rules!" That was one of the few set changes they made, and they dropped it! I don't understand why. :shrug: I bet "Destiny Rules" would be wonderful live. Anyway, I don't remember a lot about this version of "Say You Will," because I was too busy bitching to my friend about the change.

Rhiannon was amazing, real mojo!!!!!!!! Stevie was so into it!!!! She was really howling!!! She stomped around, threw her head around, just generally kicked butt! This version of Rhiannon was better than I remember from last year. WOW!

Lindsey's version of "Come" was just amazing too!!!!!!!!!!! He sang to some women in the audience (of course), and pointed at them during different parts of the song. I was lucky enough to be one of them! The guitar solo at the end-------one word----------AMAZING!!!!!!!!! He played and pounded and went from one end of the stage to the other. Then at the end of the song, he took off the guitar and slid it across the stage. He was a little Pete Townsend-like all night-----Hitting the guitar on the stage, swinging it around, etc. When he came back to his mic, I told him that it was amazing, and he thanked me.

Next was "Sara." It was such a highlight. Stevie went and changed during "Come." During "Sara," she came out in a red, silk, beaded shawl; red, jeweled, butterfly barrettes; and her platform boots!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! She looked amazing, and the song was as amazing as she looked. Just beautiful! I'm so glad that they decided to do it. It was a true highlight of the show.

"Red Rover" was really cool. I love the fact that Mick and Taku came out and sat on these boxes, and they used the boxes to make the beat. Taku also play this "shaker" device as well. Really neat!

"Beautiful Child" was again a highlight. Stevie sounds beautiful, and she sang the ending she added on the last leg of the previous tour----"I still love you, etc."

"Gold Dust Woman" was cool, as usual. Stevie wore a beautiful gold shawl during this song. She seems to really be feeling the words tonight. She really was into it all night. Just really high energy, emotion poured into her lyrics, dancing around, etc. I think her back must be feeling better.

Lindsey really did an amazing job on "I'm So Afraid!" He really played it---heart and soul. He also worked the stage a lot during this song. He played a long solo, and he played a long time on each side of the stage (which was cool for everyone).

During "Tusk," Lindsey and Stevie got playful. They did their "pretend fighting thing." Then, they ended up hugging and dancing together. So sweet and cute!

"Stand Back" blew everyone away. It was so high energy, and Stevie was dancing, throwing her head, and doing her signature twirling in her black and gold shawl! Woo Hoo!!!!!

During "Go Your Own Way," (like he did last year), Lindsey got down on the speakers on both sides and let us touch him and his guitar. He did it on both sides of the stage too. I thought that was really nice that he did that again.

They played "World Turning." This was a highlight------really upbeat and fun. Stevie played her tambourine, and ran around shaking it playful in front of different members of the band. Mick's drum solo was interesting, as always. Does anyone know what he is saying during all that? :shrug:

Then, they ended with "Don't Stop" and "Goodbye Baby"---beautiful. I was hoping maybe they would change their minds about "Don't Let Me Down Again." I would kill to hear that in concert!

At the very end, before they left for good, Stevie thanked everyone for coming again. She waved and blew kisses to the crowd. Lindsey signed autographs for a few fans on the front. I got his attention, and he signed my Lindsey, Go Insane, album!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I was thrilled!!!!!!!!!!!!

Overall, the band was in their finest hour! The crowd had a great time, despite the rain. Stevie's voice was especially clear and beautiful. She had lots of energy, and she seemed to have a whole lot of fun. She danced a lot and poured lots of emotion into the songs. She looked beautiful! Lindsey's voice sounded wonderful as well. Of course, he looked handsome as usual! He did just some mind-blowing guitar work! I'm always amazed at how awesome a guitar player he really is!!!!! Finger picking all those songs is truly amazing to watch. He is so underrated as a guitarist!!!!!!!!! That really upsets me.:mad: Also, Lindsey had a lot of crowd interaction as usual. Talked to me and several other fans off and on during the night. He sang to me and other fans and made face throughout the night (Of course, I sang, talked, and made faces back). It is so great to see an artist who appreciates his fans like he does! Stevie, Lindsey, and Mick just seemed to have boundless energy. John was just his usual self, laid back and doing a great job of playing bass. The whole band is just the best performers around, in my humble opinion. All I can say is "OMG!" :eek: You guys have a lot to look forward to on this tour! :thumbsup: