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Melissa Etheridge

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Melissa Etheridge in Concert

For more than three decades, Melissa Etheridge has been one of folk-rock's most resonant voices, offering comfort and solace to listeners while also serving as a defiant beacon of hope. The Kansas-born Etheridge initially studied music at Berklee College of Music in Boston, dropping out to pursue her dreams while playing sets in Southern California's lesbian bars. Etheridge's 1988 self-titled debut—which she recorded in four days—went double-platinum and was hailed widely by critics for its stripped-down take on roots rock, which recalled fellow Midwesterner John Cougar Mellencamp while also channeling the passion of Janis Joplin. Its blues-tinged single "Bring Me Some Water" was nominated for the Best Female Rock Vocal Performance Grammy, one of 15 nominations she's received over the course of her career.

One of her two wins was in honor of "Come to My Window," a single from her fourth album ‘Yes I Am’ that was released after she came out of the closet in 1993. That jangly anthem for self-acceptance, and its stunning video starring Juliette Lewis, remains one of the 1990s' most beloved singles; in 2001 when she performed it at The Concert For New York City the audience happily filled in after a mic glitch left her inaudible, while in 2017 she celebrated Independence Day with a stirring performance fronting the famed orchestra The Boston Pops.

Etheridge's career has been a testament to tenacity and honesty, with her rich, raspy voice making her forthright lyrics land even more powerfully. The bluesy, sultry "Window" follow-up "I'm the Only One" peaked at No. 8 on the Hot 100; her 2006 song "I Need to Wake Up," which accompanied the environmentally conscious film ‘An Inconvenient Truth,’ became the first song from a documentary to win the Best Original Song Oscar, and in 2014 she launched ME Records, her own record label, through which she's released projects like her Stax Records salute ‘MEmphis Rock and Soul.’ On her forthcoming tour of the U.S. and Europe, Etheridge is celebrating the 25th anniversary of ‘Yes I Am’—and a career defined by a willingness to say "yes" to her artistic and personal desires.

Reviews

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 based on 3734 reviews
  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Loved her energy and guitar play but sound was terrible

    by Marti on 3/24/24KAISER PERMANENTE ARENA - Santa Cruz

    I don't think ill go to hear music at this venue again...thought the sound was awful, had good seats, front right. Maybe the sound was better in the center or center back, don't know. Melissa was great, very high energy n engaging.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Melissa Ethridge

    by Rut on 3/21/24The Event at Graton Resort & Casino - Rohnert Park

    This concert was excellent! She played a lot of of her new and old songs. We were on our feet most of the time- dancing! Highly recommend.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    One of best shows ever

    by martha on 3/20/24The Event at Graton Resort & Casino - Rohnert Park

    Melissa was so good, the energy, the vibe, the songs, the story - could not have been any better!!!!

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Great time always

    by Irene on 3/19/24The Event at Graton Resort & Casino - Rohnert Park

    The Event space was very comfortable and the sound was amazing. Melissa always does a great job. Love that girl! My only gripe is the show was very short.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    A Great Concert

    by JayL on 3/18/24The Event at Graton Resort & Casino - Rohnert Park

    Venue worked well, sound was great and big screens helped those towards the back. Melissa and band were great as always!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    So much fun

    by Spike on 3/18/24The Event at Graton Resort & Casino - Rohnert Park

    Melissa Etheridge is amazing. Crazy energy, great live vocals and the guitar playing...Amazing. Now add harmonica and drums come on. What a show. I would go see her again and again.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing talent and non-stop energy!!

    by kcflowers on 3/18/24The Event at Graton Resort & Casino - Rohnert Park

    With a powerful voice and major chops on lead guitar, Melissa gave a magnificent performance. The event center at the Graton Resort and Casino was excellent with plenty of room for dancing and great sound.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Just what I needed

    by Tony C. on 3/18/24The Event at Graton Resort & Casino - Rohnert Park

    One of the best shows I’ve ever seen, and it came at a time when I really needed it. After a rough and stressful couple of weeks, it helped me get through it. Not to mention the amazing music and the performance. Thank you, Melissa!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Artist was outstanding, the venue was not.

    by Marcy on 3/18/24KAISER PERMANENTE ARENA - Santa Cruz

    Melissa was great! The venue was the issue. We had good seats in the 10th row on floor. However, the seats were very close together and you felt packed in. The sound was too loud. My husband and I had to put Kleenex in our ears.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing

    by Jane K on 3/18/24KAISER PERMANENTE ARENA - Santa Cruz

    Melissa Ethridge is an amazing musician and singer. To hear and see her guitar playing was beyond belief.