Brad Auerbach, Author at Best Classic Bands

The acclaimed singer-songwriter avoided a best-of setlist, instead reaching for many deep cuts.

Everyone came for and duly received a solid two-hour set filled with their seemingly endless array of hits.

There is no swagger or personality dominating the stage. Rather, it is his guitar that commands the proceedings.

His band was well-oiled, ready to pivot when he changed up some of the arrangements on the fly.

The band, which includes original Dead members Bob Weir and Mickey Hart, made excellent use of the venue’s technological capabilities.

Drawing on several different roots (genetic or otherwise), the large band is a fully satisfying ensemble onstage.

“The Guv’nor” has a U.S. tour scheduled for June with his electric / acoustic band

Somehow, pulling this story persuasively together in less than two hours is a major accomplishment.

Springsteen’s gymnastic jumping from the pianos is definitely in the past, but his interplay with the audience remains compelling.

Nearly five decades after his debut, Costello concentrated on his early material, while his old pal Lowe provided a dynamic opening set.

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