1.15.2015
Huntington Center || Toledo, OH
Night One of the Anything Goes Tour
Frankie Ballard, Thomas Rhett, Florida Georgia Line
Frankie Ballard: I just cannot get enough of FB, hence
why this was my 6th show of his. This guy cannot give a bad
performance. Watching Frankie perform refreshes my soul because he gives so
much of himself to his fans during his set and overall with his music. Whether
he’s singin’ one of his #1 songs or killin’ it on his guitar, he does something
to me that few other artists have the ability to do. I might be a little biased
when I say this, but keep an eye on this guy…this is only the beginning for
him. He’s on the fast lane to becoming a superstar, and I’m betting this is
gonna be a big year for him. He’s also one of the sweetest guys you could meet,
so he’s more than deserving of the success.
Thomas Rhett: I had no
expectations when I saw Thomas Rhett’s name on the lineup for this tour, I had
never seen him perform prior to this show but I love gettin’ in a jam sess when
he comes on my radio. Let me tell ya, he blew me away from the minute he
stepped onto the stage. His set list included a few songs from his upcoming
album that’s comin’ later in the year. He also mixed it up by closing out his
set with a song that’s been playing everywhere, Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars’
Uptown Funk. He had the hat, glasses, and the dance moves. That boy can dance.
Ps. His wife was in attendance looking beautiful as ever.
Florida Georgia Line: Prior to the show I had seen the
guys once while they were out on tour with Jason Aldean. Well, they gave him a
run for his money. FGL puts on one of the best shows in country music. It
wasn’t just a concert; it was a party with thousands of their friends. That’s
what they make it feel like. They do not leave that stage until they have given
the crowd every ounce of energy inside of their body. Not only can you see the
passion they have for what they do, but you can feel it when you’re watching
them run around from the farthest corner on one side of the stage to the other
so they can engage with as many fans as possible. BK dances around that stage
with so much soul that you can’t take your eyes off of him because he
captivates you, and Tyler has got some dance moves of his own that captivate
you in a different kinda way but he also reaches down into his soul to hit
notes that you didn’t even know were comin’. And when they come together on
stage to do their so called “bro country” thing, the room is in awe. The
chemistry between them while performing is something so special to watch, as
they pass each other and bump fists you know you’re seeing two best friends
living out their wildest dreams together. The highlight of the set had to be
when BK & Tyler went off of stage only to come back on with swim trunks and
Jordan’s. It was time to get our Sundaze on. Following that the guys did a
mashup of Eminem’s Forgot About Dre, Wiz
Khalifa’s We Dem Boyz, Garth Brook’s Friends in Low Places, and Bruno Mars’
Treasure. They didn’t forget to give their beautiful women a shout out for
putting up with the crazy life they live; B.Cole was in the crowd, Hayley was
with family in Cali.
The best part of my night was before the show even
happened, at the FGL Anything Goes VIP Party. I was able to meet the guys and
it was unbelievable. The party also included a short acoustic performance,
where they performed four songs.
It only felt right to rep my dope Tribe Kelley threads
to the show so I chose to pair my “One Hit” tee with a TK ball cap, some ripped
up black skinny jeans, a hooded jean jacket with some plaid patches, and my
favorite Timberland boots. BK even digged the choice.
I have nothing but positive vibes and mad love for all
of the guys on this tour. I’ve been a fan of each artist since I first heard
their songs, but with this show I have only fallen deeper into their music.
Their passion for their music and their fans inspires me. It just does
something to me when I’m watching an artist do their thing up on stage, and the
feeling it gives me is indescribable. I could watch every night of this tour
and never get tired of it.
xox
Christy
xox
Christy