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I understand, it was a cheap date night for us with free parking next door. I chose to be open minded and just happy at this point to see them with Dewey. As a first timer for us, we enjoyed it and thought they sounded pretty good. Take care

@@vanlifeonthego6684 oh I’m glad you went! That’s just how it is nowadays… I saw Foreigner awhile back with NO original members!

@@mt9054 They have none? Wow - didn't realize that but I was never a huge fan, sorta kinda liked some songs. Man the years are passing us by or what, got to embrace each day for sure

I'm not sure frankly, had many comments about it and I'm late to the America train being more of a rocker early in life. Apparently, he's still recording so don't know if they had a falling out or what. They still sounded good to us in their current form. Take care

He retired at the beginning of the year from touring

No way, I didn't know Gerry wouldn't be there at the concert I'm seeing on September 22nd, 2024, when I bought tickets!!

Not sure about all that, I'm somewhat late to the America party since I was more of a rocker in my younger life. For us it was a fun date night as we have free parking next door. So, it's not like we traveled and paid a small fortune. Regarding the former members I try to not be too cynical, I'm sure they sound different to longtime fans, but they sounded plenty good to us and the crowd seemed to enjoy it plenty. It's not like its Chicago with no original vocalists any longer.

I get it. Isn’t Robert Lamm still with Chicago?

@@BrianKushner I've heard conflicting things, think he might be joining them some, but I've seen recent concert video where he wasn't there. I'd still be on the fence even if he was. Some groups still sound great like Styx, Doobies and a few others. The Moody Blues were great every time but that's been a few years now. You wonder who is still around with some groups still touring like Marshall Tucker, Starship and Ozark Mtn Daredevils. I can't imagine

Hello my friend. Truly amazing to me the reach and joy this video has brought to so many. When a guy tells me it reminded him of his dad that has passed away and trips with him, that's pretty special. I guess they are different now but to us it was the first time, and they sounded good to us. Good luck to you and Peace!

Hello and happy to hear you enjoyed it. The response has been a bit surprising so it seems to find a special place with people I wouldn't have imagined. Thanks for watching and take care

I've always liked the song, and also, I'm a redhead so I get called that sometimes, LOL 😊 Thanks again.

@@tinydancer62 Uh-oh. Sounds like a spicey Mamacita!! Be good! or not!!

@@vanlifeonthego6684 LOL 😄

Hey there, you got it. Happy to hear you've enjoyed it and honestly I'm a bit surprised at the response. It's easy to see that America touches the heart and soul of so many. I've got ELO and Bonnie Raitt coming soon. Thanks for the comment and wish you the best.

@@vanlifeonthego6684 Ohhhh, I have a ticket to see Bonnie Raitt in Houston in November! Can't wait.

@vanlifeonthego6684 ELO should be great. They were in San Francisco yesterday, but unfortunately I wasn't able to go. I saw them right before Covid and they were fantastic. Enjoy!

@@tinydancer62 Saw them about 5 years ago last time thru our area. It was some freaking good stuff. Jeff Lynne is one of the last true Rock Gods and he doesn't play around. He still sounds great, and the rest of the band are all serious pros. The Langley sisters on the strings are stars in their own right.

I understand and feel the same way about bands like Chicago and many others still touring. Yet for the wife and I who had never enjoyed them, they sounded good to us, and it was a fun night. The place was sold out and people seem to enjoy the video. Frankly I don't blame Dewey for keeping on, esp when he makes sure to honor the band respectfully. Dan's little part on video was pretty cool, wasn't overdone but just right.

Happy to hear you enjoyed it and brought back great memories. Feel good music for sure, thanks for watching -Peace

DIg it, happy you enjoyed it. Alligator lizards in the air never get old! Thanks for watching - take care

Hey I'm happy to hear you found this and enjoyed. Cinnamon Girl was a treat, and it never hurts to rock it out a bit more. My wife and I like it up top in the last row where we can stand or sit, without bothering anyone and it still feels so darn close. I did see some people shaking it up by the stage, never too old! Take care

You got it, happy you enjoyed it. They had a montage at the beginning I wish I had taped. It was all the shows and movies that had their songs, or references to their song, like some SNL skits from way back. It was a very impressive list that confirms they were cultural icons. Peace!

I haven't forgotten how many hits they had.

I understand that point of view for sure, too many bands touring now like Chicago that aren't the same. At least America has 1 original guy left, 2 guys on the horns in Chicago isn't that. To each his own and we enjoyed it, prob since we hadn't seen them before, and it was a cheap date night since we have free parking literally next door. Due to our parking, we're trying to get out of the house and go see anyone that has some potential of a fun night. I was more of a rocker so wasn't a huge fan back in the day, but at this point in our lives, it was pretty fun. Many our age can't, or won't get out so I post in large part for them, as you can see I don't get any money and likely never will. One person thanked me and told me how much it reminded them of their dead Father and brought back great memories. That alone was worth it. Peace!

They were always awesome in concert! All these bands now from this time are replacements with one or two original members! At least the spark is still alive.

What was covid?

Bless you and you're welcome. That does my heart good to know it makes you think of good memories of him. I'm the same as far as not a huge fan but certainly enjoy several songs quite a bit. Bands like this from the 70s and even 80s worth anything are dwindling and we're determined to see as many as we can, as long as they have some semblance of the original version. The reason I post these in part is for those who can no longer make it out, or chose not to. I've got some others posted already you might like and our next show is ELO - big fan - and then Bonnie Riatt. Thanks for the comment and take care of yourself

@@vanlifeonthego6684 THANK-YOU again! Every time I hear "Ventura Highway" I think of the families trip to California, and this was one of the 8-tracks we played, and now when I hear this, it brings fond memories of that happy time❤😎👍

America were a HUGE act in the 70's. Many of they're songs we're up there on the charts. VERY much loved.

@@bradcrawford1998 Dig it - as first timers, we thought they sounded great even with only 1 original member. Peace!

@@vanlifeonthego6684 Many 70's bands have only 1 or 2 original members remaining. Sadly this is the norm. I saw BTO last year and Randy Bachman was the ONLY original member left BUT they were AMAZING. His son is in the band. The other singers were AWESOME. Once Randy leaves they CAN'T call themselves BTO. They are then officially a tribute band. Foreigner pulls that CRAP, still playing and calling themselves Foreigner and charging CRAZY ticket prices. That is SO WRONG. Mick Jones is behind that BS 😤😤😤

Well corporate hacks isn't exactly what I would have expected.

Agree with you, America was over in 1977 when Dan left America.. The most beautiful voice and the mythical lead guitar forever of this band, but hacks who Dewey or Gerry??? No that is not true, to each his own.. Without Bunnell and Beckley America it does not America, you are wrong..

Very cool. I felt your presence-ha! Wish I taped the montage at the beginning with all the instances of their hits in TV shows and movies. Def iconic for sure but those SNL clips were classic. Peace!

@@vanlifeonthego6684 can’t tell, but looks like you were also in the balcony. We were just to the right of you in row N based on my pics. We’re going to see them in Cincy. See you there?

@@BettaAxeSomebody Well afraid not, but sounds like a good trip. We've been there to see my Royals play the Reds a few years back. Stayed in Covington KY and walked across a bridge but Goodfellas pizza is pretty solid over there if you're in the area. Have a great time and be safe.

@@BettaAxeSomebody You know, it's funny you mentioned Cincy. Our next show here is ELO - big fan - and wanted to catch them in Cincy as well but the wife wasn't quite into it. We have a sprinter van, hence the username, and not sure I could find anywhere to park it that would feel comfortable. If you're a fan as well I hope you're going, the last time here about 5 years ago they still sounded so good.

@@vanlifeonthego6684 Cincy is turning into a big deal for us. We’re from OH. I chose to see the Nashville show because: Ryman… and we’ve never been. The wife and I had an amazing time in Nashville… without kids. My youngest (high school sophomore) and her friend like the music. Cincy concert is the week of my daughter’s birthday. I shared this video, now my brother and wife’s brother want to go. Thanks for sharing this. I’m spreading America to America! lol

Sad to say I'm not sure. Of course Dewey did all the intro's but I didn't catch it all. The dude was a bit off it seemed on some songs but thought SGH was decent. Overall I'm still happy we went, was a cheap date night with the wife. Venture Hwy and Cinammon Girl alone was worth it.

Andy Barr has stepped in take the lead on Gerry's songs.

Hope you realize it wasn't me that named this band, or tour...but understand where you're coming from. I think the same thing now about Chicago and so many other bands touring now. We have free parking near the Ryman and tickets were reasonable so we often go to shows we may not have in the past. Honestly, they sounded pretty good regardless and their version of Cinnamon Girl did rock out. Never been a huge fan, a bit too soft for me but again, a nice cheap date night - ya dig

You have got right there, is Bunnell band but not America... America was over when Peek left the band, so sad to say😭😭

@@vanlifeonthego6684 Did you by chance see John Kay & Steppenwolf there a few years ago? Actually "John Kay & friends" it was called.

@@lesschoenberger3070 No I'm afraid I didn't but that would been a magic carpet ride. We have been to several in the past year once the wife got free parking 1 block away. Figured we're not getting any younger and need to get out and about. Alan Parsons was pretty cool recently. Take care!

Hey there - happy you enjoyed it and sorry you missed it. What course do you work at? I've worked some myself at a couple and still enjoy playing so might want to come a visit you. We actually saw the guy working the soundboard, we were pretty close. Don't tell anyone, but the top row with padded folding chairs is the bomb. So much better than the hard pews. Thanks for the reply -take care!

Hi!! Thank you for your response!! Wow! Your seats were that far back? 😩 That’s exactly what I was afraid would happen if I bought tickets! I looked & thought about it for weeks but changed my mind at the last minute because I was SO used to getting a chance to actually see Dewey & chat for a little while, everytime my Sister & I have seen them! My sister was very close to Willie (the original drummer).. Anyway, I was actually looking for the seats right in front of course & could only find the tickets for the Pew seats. 😔. My Golf Course is Hermitage Golf Course/Country Club in Hermitage. It’s incredibly beautiful & huge. There are 2 courses The Generals is on the right & (smaller, less dramatic & The Presidents is on the Left & where I work on The Turn! I love it so much & it sure does beat working in an office with a bunch of woman for 20 years!! lol

So - Sharon at the shack?? What a freaking small world. We know each other, but I'll leave it a surprise until I get back there. Honestly, I've done the main level before and had to stand too much when others in front of us did. The back row on top at the Ryman still feels like you're on top of the stage, and those padded seats are golden. You take care Sharon and don't let those sheep beg you for snacks too much

Alligator lizards in the air!!!

Is sad but truly is the end of America 😢

Seems to me they've been paired on other tours in the past, although I'd have Yes opening for APP. A few of those songs are playing on repeat in my head this long after the show, it's weird.

Hell yeah, happy to hear from you. It was a night, told my wife I hope EMTs are close by, some of us old folks were rocking. Actually, happened one night there at a Moody Blues show after I joked about medical issues, woman was loaded in an ambulance when concert was over. Think she was ok though, just too much excitement. You only live once, no point in staying home and missing out!!

That's a very surprising question so my only response is I've never heard this to be the case. He actually spoke of his love for Amy, and you could tell he was devastated when she had her bad bike fall last year and was seriously injured.

definitely not from each other. But both are divorced from previous marriages.

Thanks, your response was much better than mine!

According to Vince Gills imposes they are. Wish he could put a stop to all this.

According to my count there are 61 and I have lost 400.00 to them. Be careful out there

Oh wow, happy you enjoyed it and sorry to hear about the cancellation. Looked back on when we bought ours last year and it was the 1st week of Apr so it will be here before you know it. We've passed on this show for so long now like silly people, not going to do that again. These 2 put on a show that's not to be missed and some ticket sales go to Room at the Inn, one her favorite missions. Good luck to you

Thank you so much! Yes, we bought the tickets the last week of March/beginning of April, most likely when you did! Thank you for the encouraging words. This was a bucket list item for me and I was heartbroken to miss it but your video has soothed my soul. I will be there next year, hopefully!!!! Have a lovely week and happy. new year!!! @@vanlifeonthego6684

You went this past Wed on 12/20? Such a great time and their talent is truly iconic. I overlooked this wonderful show for nearly 3 decades, like a fool, and now I think we'll go every year. Amy and Vince are truly amazing and such a great asset for Nashville for many reasons. The donations going to Room at the Inn for one of many. Merry Christmas

I came from Ohio to see the show. If I lived closer I would go to the concert every year!!!

So glad you enjoyed it, Amy and Vince are incomparable on many levels. Merry Christmas and God Bless you Anita

Happy you enjoyed it and hope you can make it one day as well. Merry Christmas and take care

You are very welcome and it's folks like you I had in mind. I'm pleased to have brought some joy esp this time of year. They are 2 amazing people and wonderful performers. Feel free to pass it on to someone as well, Merry Christmas and good luck to you

You're very welcome, glad you enjoyed it. Merry Christmas

Indeed you'll need to if you want to attend. This is a big tradition in town and they've been doing it for over 30 years. They do 8 or 10 shows each year and all of them will sell out pretty quickly. We bought ours in early Apr. Thanks for watching and Merry Christmas

I ordered my tickets last May for this years show and they were almost sold out then!!