Bonnie Raitt Soars
by Smokey on 10/15/23State Theatre - MinneapolisAs per usual, Bonnie Raitt delivered an electric and emotional performance. Always the true showman!
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Bluesy singer/songwriter Bonnie Raitt has worked long and hard for her multiple Grammy Awards, hit singles and chart-topping records. Since her 1971 eponymous debut, the California-born performer and long-time activist has steadily maintained a music career, albeit with definite peaks and valleys. The red-headed songstress, one of the only women of her time to play guitar using the bottleneck technique, unleashed seven albums in just nine years, though her big commercial break came with her 10th studio set, 1989’s “Nick of Time.” That 11-track collection, produced by Don Was, earned three Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year.
Not only has the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer tackled multiple U.S. tours and international runs, but she’s also a frequent participant in events of social activism, such as Farm Aid and Amnesty International concerts.
Raitt’s 16th full-length album and most recent studio release, “Slipstream,” hit retailers in 2012. Not only did ticket sales for the support tour soar, but Raitt also landed the best-selling blues album of the year and took home the Grammy for Best Americana Album.
As per usual, Bonnie Raitt delivered an electric and emotional performance. Always the true showman!
Balance was off and instruments drowned out the fabulous voice of Bonnie Raitt, perhaps the most gracious human in the music business. We missed hearing her magnificent voice as the centerpiece of the concert and grew weary of overly loud instrumentation.
Bonnie as so wonderful. The State theatre provided a wonderful, intimate venue. The sound was great and she put on a wonderful show.
Bonnie Raitt has been showing MN her musical abilities for a long time. I have had the pleasure to attend many of her shows and each one is special. This particular show was more of what I expected. The room was great, the volume was not so high that your ears rang for hours after and the show was spectacular as always.
The packed house was in fire. What an evening! We were even sharing old photo we’d had of her from years ago. What treat!
Bonnie Raitt have an excellent concert as usual. She is one of the all-time great performers! Perfect pitch, soulful, appreciative, amazing! The State Theater, however, was hot enough that it detracted from the concert.
My experience from the Wednesday night show is summed up in one word. Emotional. I laughed and cried as Roy Rogers opened then Raitt and the band took me along for q generous 100 plus minutes of pure adrenalin. Rogers 12 string guitar was melodius, soothing and poignant, beautiful experience for me. Bonnie and the bands performance touched me, from her recent grammy winner to the tribute to Prine, her voice was Raitt on!! The "last song"Bringing down the house did that, the crowd wanted more and Bonnie brought it on! Thank you Bonnie the band and Roy for a memorable night! Come back often, you are Minnesotan............ Ufda! MKHSR
The concert was probably great but we were so cold we couldn’t enjoy it. The draft was constant and very disappointing.
Fantastic concert! Bonnie knows how to engage an audience. Multiple standing ovations, great sound, and beautiful Bonnie! She thrilled us with our favorites and surprised us with some INXS and Talking Heads. A wonderful night of music.
Bonnie Rait gave an outstanding performance! She is also so personable on stage, giving it an intimate experience.
We had incredible seats . I was amazed at the sound quality. Roy Rogers was a pleasant surprise and his guitar work was Ethereal. I have had the pleasure of seeing Bonnie Raitt several times. This show was exceptional. So much heart & soul laid out on the stage!
Bonnie Raitt put on a performance at the Chicago Theater that made everyone feel "at home"with her. No smoke bombs, no dancing, no overused electronics, etc., etc. Just a nice and mellow easy performance that focused on the music, stories about her long career, special moments with other artists, etc. Her performance was ideal for a Sunday night. She is a jewel of an artist and I'm glad I had a ticket for this sold out concert.
I’m a long time fan of Bonnie Raitt, first her solo singing with a guitar then her work as an electric slide guitarist. Her show in Chicago was my first time seeing her live and it was fantastic. Her voice and guitar playing were packed with emotion and she has a way of reaching out and touching her audience. It felt like she was in a 100 seat venue instead the 3,600 seat Chicago Theater, especially when it was just her and her acoustic guitar as she did on the intro of Angel From Montgomery. Her band was perfect and although I could of done with a little less of her opening act, Roy Rogers, I respected her for allowing this revered guitarist another moment to shine in the twilight of his career.
Roy Rogers played way too long. When Bonnie sang her older stuff, it was great. She should have sang more of the fan favorites. But her talent still shined throughout.
I was astounded that Bonnie Raitt sounded as good as when I first heard her back in the day. She announced that she will be touring next year and you don't want to miss the opportunity to see her if you are lucky enough to buy a ticket.
At 73, Bonnie Raitt showed everyone that she’s just getting better with age. Her spirit, her musical chops, and of course, that glorious, smoky voice just soared. It was a glorious night, filled with glorious music, a top shelf band, and the age-defying Bonnie Raitt.
It doesn't get much better than Bonnie Raitt live! Her voice is like fine wine, it gets smoother and richer with age. She was beautiful and sassy. It was an excellent show.
A fantastic show from a great performer. She was happy to be there and enjoyed playing. A great show and a great performance.
Bonnie and opener Roy Rodgers put on a great performance. I had never seen her previously. What a pure, delightful voice she has. I found myself closing my eyes and just trying to take it in. Beautiful.
Bonnie Raitt does not disappointUou get the benefit of her 50 +;years in the business of great song selections and genres. Has terrific singing voice. The other musicians are superb. Enjoyable show from end to end.