I was so excited that Cherie was going to finally tour again and starting in NYC at the grammercy theater. The evening seemed to be a slow starter, doors at 7, but very few people. I thought, this can't be right! But eventually all filled up, and I was relieved for Cherie's first night of her tour!
Opening acts were ok, they seemed a bit scattered, due to short sets, but I was happy about that.
Cherie's band took the stage and the audience was Excited, I was Too. A Runaways fan since Joan Jett's solo stardom. But I Always preferred Cherie's voice on my favorite Runaway's songs. Cherie's band were young and Tight, and ready to back her up. Including her drummer, who later was revealed to be her own Son: Jake Hayes! He was so into it and was a fantastic drummer!! The band seemed genuinely thrilled to be playing those great songs!
Her honest, between song banter and dedications were very nice ways to introduce classic songs and showcase new ones!
Her voice was a Strong and full. I always thought she was an amazingly strong singer, certainly from being untrained. Especially at 16 years old!!
Hope her tour is a success and we see her again & again!
No encore, but it was a wonderful way to start her tour!