Birmingham AL

[elle]

another review of yesterday's show:

http://judi-mindovermatter.blogspot....uckingham.html

[michelej1]

Alabama
http://www.al.com/entertainment/inde...lo_concer.html

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama -- Who: Lindsey Buckingham, 62, a guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer. He’s best known for his work with the 1970s pop-rock powerhouse, Fleetwood Mac. Buckingham also has a thriving solo career, albeit one that’s smaller in scope.

What: A stellar solo concert -- just one guy and about seven guitars -- tied to Buckingham’s latest recording, 2011’s “Seeds We Sow.”

When and where: 8:05 p.m. Thursday at the Jemison Concert Hall of Birmingham’s Alys Stephens Center. Buckingham’s primary set lasted for an hour; he returned to the stage for a two-song encore.

Audience: An attentive, appreciative group of listeners filled the majority of seats in the concert hall and gave Buckingham several standing ovations. The choral balcony was blocked with curtains; the venue holds about 1,100 people in that configuration.

Set list: Featured “Go Your Own Way,” “Never Going Back Again,” “I’m So Afraid,” “Big Love,” “Trouble,” “Go Insane,” “Cast Away Dreams,” “Bleed to Love Her,” “Not Too Late,” “Come,” “Shut Us Down,” “Stephanie,” “Seeds We Sow.”

Instrumentals: In a word, intense. Buckingham’s guitar work was powerfully emotional and technically exquisite throughout the show. The vigor of his playing resulted in one broken string, but as a rule, he had everything masterfully under control.

Vocals: He’s an expressive stylist, not an immaculate virtuoso. Still, the catches and breaks in his singing -- the little cracks and flaws -- had a great deal of character. Lyrics obviously matter to Buckingham, and he’s written some compelling ones.

Sound: High volume, to match the high intensity level. Buckingham let it rip, surprising any casual fans who expected a low-key vibe.

Demeanor: Whip-smart and philosophical, gracious yet rather severe. Buckingham pointed to Birmingham as “a place we think of as part of our story,” acknowledging some early successes here before he and Stevie Nicks joined Fleetwood Mac. (Apparently, Birmingham was one of a few cities that gave airplay and applause to their early ‘70s duo, Buckingham Nicks.) Buckingham didn’t gush, but made his appreciation clear.

Timing: The show seemed incredibly short, but that’s partly due to Buckingham’s talent. When an hour zips by, the performer on stage must be gifted. Still, another 15-30 minutes of music would’ve been welcome. Need proof? The audience booed in dismay when he announced his exit. “How quickly they turn,” Buckingham quipped.

Verdict: Great stuff. Next time, let’s just have more of it.

[elle]

from http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fb...type=3&theater

soundcheck in Birmingham -

[CADreaming]

Cool pic! That's his guitar tech I guess?

[elle]

Originally Posted by CADreaming

Cool pic! That's his guitar tech I guess?

yeah love that photo. and yes - you'll see him tonight a lot (Stan).

[CADreaming]

Originally Posted by elle

yeah love that photo. and yes - you'll see him tonight a lot (Stan).

Yay!!! So excited!!

[michelej1]

Originally Posted by elle

from http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fb...type=3&theater

I love his jawline in the photo. His face looks good, classic in black and white these days, because of all the places the shadows can hide on his facial structure.

He probably wore those same clothes for the concert that night.

I'd like to know what he sleeps in.

Michele

[elle]

Originally Posted by michelej1

I love his jawline in the photo. His face looks good, classic in black and white these days, because of all the places the shadows can hide on his facial structure.

He probably wore those same clothes for the concert that night.

I'd like to know what he sleeps in.

Michele

lol. we wish! no, these are his before/after show clothes. during the show he wears those tight elastic jeans and that shirt with buttons. every. single. time.

[Lindsfan]

Originally Posted by elle

from http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fb...type=3&theater

soundcheck in Birmingham -

I love this photo so much!!! It looks almost like a painting.

[elle]

26 photos here -

http://www.flickr.com/photos/alysste...er/7699676874/

[michelej1]

http://weldbham.com/mixedmedia/2012/...ngham-7-26-12/ [click for concert shots]

If you are a Pop music junkie, guitar-head or both, then you were likely at the Alys Stephens Center on July 26. Drawing from his Fleetwood Mac, Buckingham/Nicks and solo catalogs, Lindsey Buckingham performed a solo acoustic show to a sold-out house. Weld was there to capture the event.