1|31|2015
Live At The Joe
Live At The Joe
Thomas Rhett & Chris Lane
Anyone who follows Chris Lane on social media will understand my excitement when I say these three words:
I M E T L O U!!!!!!!!!!!!
…and YES she is just as cute as she looks!!
Chris Lane has been one of the new artists on my radar for a while now. I had the chance to interview him [here] almost a year ago and I've been a HUGE fan ever since. When I found out he was coming to open for Thomas Rhett I literally jumped for joy.
I'm willing to bet most of you all know Chris because of his single Broken Windshield View. I know that it had quite a bit of exposure here in Knoxville so I imagine y'all maybe jammed to the tune too without even realizing who the man behind the song was.
Chris Lane puts on an incredible show. I love the classic Chris songs and dancing along to Broken Windshield View, but I'm totally 'fangirling' over all the new tunes he's layin out.
This show made me even more excited for another EP/album!
This guy has an amazing heart and an incredible work ethic. Can't wait to see what the future holds for this guy!
Sidenote…Chris Lane looked pretty good in an orange TN shirt on stage.
[even hours after we lost to Auburn]
After Chris Lane got the crowd groovin' another artist took the stage.
Thomas Rhett. Ya ever heard of this dude? [if you say no, you live under a rock]
This was my first time seeing T Rhett headline and oh my goodness was it the greatest thing I've ever witnessed.
First and foremost, is it even considered a bar concert if someone doesn't cover Friends In Low Places?
Cause T Rhett checked that item off his concert list.
And it kinda had me sayin' Garth who?
Seriously, the covers are worth starting the review with. We had Friends In Low Places obviously, but the highlight of the night for 99% of the crowd? Yeah, that'd be an Uptown Funk cover. With his fedora in place and his dance moves on point, T Rhett showed Bruno Mars what was up.
Favorite Performances /&/ Best Moment
We had a Parking Lot Party
We talked about what to do with our hands.
We strived to get us some of 'that'
And we considered what it would be like to throw back a can with the Man upstairs.
While those performances blew me away, hearing the words "That Ain't My Truck" made my heart flutter and gave my belly butterflies. All my friends refer to me as the "90s queen". Seriously, was there anything better than the 90s? Anyway, Thomas's dad, Rhett Atkins, recorded this little ditty in '95 and it's constantly on repeat for me! Having T Rhett AND his dad sing that song on stage in my hometown really changed my life. I am currently still getting cold chills thinking about it. There's just something about hearing one of your current favorite artists sing a song with another artist whom you've loved for years and years.
It just so happens that this time those artists are also father and son.
THE BEST PART?
I get to do it all over again this weekend.
Stay tuned...
T Rhett Round Two
2|6|2015
Thomas Rhett & Chase Bryant
Cotton Eyed Joe || Knoxville TN
Cotton Eyed Joe|| Knoxville TN
Prior to show…
I was lucky enough to be allowed exclusive access to Chris Lane's soundcheck a few hours prior to the big show. [and bring a cool TL inspired cookie cake. #TLlovesCL]
It was cool to see just how much truly goes into setting the place up before a big show. I also loved being able to see Chris and his band on a more personal level. They share an incredible bond. After just a few minutes with them, you could tell they were much more than bandmates, they were brothers and friends.
I M E T L O U!!!!!!!!!!!!
…and YES she is just as cute as she looks!!
And for those of you wondering who Lou is…read this and fall in love!!
"This morning I was homeless and hungry. This afternoon I'm loved and cruising down the road on a big tour bus."
Chris Lane
I'm willing to bet most of you all know Chris because of his single Broken Windshield View. I know that it had quite a bit of exposure here in Knoxville so I imagine y'all maybe jammed to the tune too without even realizing who the man behind the song was.
Chris Lane puts on an incredible show. I love the classic Chris songs and dancing along to Broken Windshield View, but I'm totally 'fangirling' over all the new tunes he's layin out.
This show made me even more excited for another EP/album!
Sidenote…Chris Lane looked pretty good in an orange TN shirt on stage.
[even hours after we lost to Auburn]
Thomas Rhett
Thomas Rhett. Ya ever heard of this dude? [if you say no, you live under a rock]
This was my first time seeing T Rhett headline and oh my goodness was it the greatest thing I've ever witnessed.
First and foremost, is it even considered a bar concert if someone doesn't cover Friends In Low Places?
Cause T Rhett checked that item off his concert list.
And it kinda had me sayin' Garth who?
Seriously, the covers are worth starting the review with. We had Friends In Low Places obviously, but the highlight of the night for 99% of the crowd? Yeah, that'd be an Uptown Funk cover. With his fedora in place and his dance moves on point, T Rhett showed Bruno Mars what was up.
Favorite Performances /&/ Best Moment
We talked about what to do with our hands.
We strived to get us some of 'that'
And we considered what it would be like to throw back a can with the Man upstairs.
While those performances blew me away, hearing the words "That Ain't My Truck" made my heart flutter and gave my belly butterflies. All my friends refer to me as the "90s queen". Seriously, was there anything better than the 90s? Anyway, Thomas's dad, Rhett Atkins, recorded this little ditty in '95 and it's constantly on repeat for me! Having T Rhett AND his dad sing that song on stage in my hometown really changed my life. I am currently still getting cold chills thinking about it. There's just something about hearing one of your current favorite artists sing a song with another artist whom you've loved for years and years.
It just so happens that this time those artists are also father and son.
[[quick recap]]
Thomas Rhett can do NO wrong in my book.
Anyone who can give me chills, make me cry, and help me revive my love for 90's country deserves a sold out show…THE BEST PART?
I get to do it all over again this weekend.
Stay tuned...
T Rhett Round Two
2|6|2015
Thomas Rhett & Chase Bryant
Cotton Eyed Joe || Knoxville TN