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DELBERT MCCLINTON IN CONCERT:
Veteran Texas bluesman Delbert McClinton is a talented recording artist who is no stranger to the top of the charts, but the real magic happens when he hits the stage. McClinton's hootin' and hollerin' take on the blues gets the whole crowd jumping at his live shows. His incredible harmonica and guitar playing really bring favorites like "Giving It Up for Your Love" and "Every Time I Roll the Dice" to life. Whether he's telling a hilarious story or sharing the spotlight with his killer saxophonist, McClinton is a gracious and authentic performer who always impresses on his unforgettable tours.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Born in Lubbock, Texas, McClinton cut his teeth playing in a bar band called the Straitjackets before hitting the charts in 1962 with his harmonica playing on Bruce Channel's No. 1 hit "Hey! Baby". He began releasing his own albums in the early '70s, finding his way onto the charts with albums like Love Rustler (1977) and Keeper of the FLlame (1979). A talented songwriter, McClinton also penned hits for other artists, including the 1978 Emmylou Harris No. 1 smash "Two More Bottles of Wine". He scored a hit single of his own in 1980 with "Giving It Up for Your Love", which peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard 200. McClinton continued releasing successful albums throughout the '80s and '90s, but things really picked up in the '00s when he landed four No. 1 albums on the US Blues chart and nabbed a Grammy for his 2005 album The Cost of Living. A gifted performer, McClinton continues to tear it up for fans whenever and wherever he tours.
FANS WHO BOUGHT TICKETS SAY:
"Delbert put on a great show last night! He was energetic and as always, his band was superb!"
"Delbert is still making us sing and dance as he always has. With a terrific young sax player and superb drummer, he and his band had us out of our seats and having a rollicking good time. "
"Delbert McClinton is a Hall of Famer and a Legend, but make no mistake he can rock the house. His show was filled with great song after great song. Blues, rock, honky tonk, country and boogie woogie. He is the consummate artist, singer songwriter"
What can be said hasn't already been heard? THE man and his band are like a deck full of aces. Wish they woulda turned that new trumpet player loose though.....monster player!
Delbert is always amazing and the Birchmere is our favorite venue. I have a daughter with very special needs who is a big fan and we always make the effort to see Delbert when he comes to the Birchmere. The staff was so helpful and accommodating making the outing so much easier for us. We appreciate the thoughtfulness and extra kindness of everyone we encountered. Sending me Angels, as the Delbert song goes.....He keeps sending me angels......
I can't believe I've waited all these years to catch Delbert in concert. He can still belt them out and has a great band behind him, with horns, no less. He sang three songs on his soon-to-be-released CD and they all sounded like winners to me. I won't miss him again when he swings through this area.
He and his awesome band delivered and made it look easy. Played the hits and his new songs too. All great stuff. The encore was a real gift too.
Delbert McClinton put on a great show. Outstanding group of musicians supporting him. Dual drummers, keyboard artist, trumpet and sax player, as well as bass and lead guitarists. "ROLL THE DICE "was my personal .favorite. Ponte Vedra Music Hall is a GREAT small venue . My only criticism, show was a little short.
Very good show, entire group was tight rehearsed and spot on. Very enjoyable evening.
Third time I’ve seen him in concert. He’s amazingly talented as is his band! Loved it!
Delbert never disappoints. We have enjoyed all his concerts. The Ponte Vedra venue to also good.
Timeless, always enjoy this show and music!! Started listening to Delbert back in the Imus In The Morning days:)
Delbert is a trooper. He had a cold but still went on. Great show with a great band.
After the first song I already had my money's worth! The band was tight and full of talented musicians, particularly the female sax player and the 17 year old organ player/ guitarist. Delbert's voice is captivating with its power and texture. No one sings like him and his voice matched with his songs is perfect.
I have seen Delbert 8 times over the years and Friday night marked the 4th time in this venue and he had always been better than the time before. The venue was great as always, but it seemed Delbert and his band couldn't get it over with quick enough. there was little interaction with the crowd and just a general feeling (by me at least) they were just putting in their time. Yates McKendree (keyboardist, guitarist and 17yo son of Delbert's regular keyboardist Kevin) was showcased and that was cool. Anyway I've never said this about a Delbert show before but I've seen better. But I'll be there next time around all the same.
You can't miss with Delbert. I wish I enjoyed everything as much as his band enjoys his shows.
Annie Raines & Paul Rishell were amazing, we have always liked going to see them. Delbert, however, seems to be losing his voice, or, at least for this show. He was out of tune and couldn't sustain notes, and it detracted considerably from the experience. His band was great. I really enjoyed the sax player and the two guitars. But Delbert really needs to pay attention to recovering his voice - it sounds like he has too many vocal nodes, and can't produce any more. I have always enjoyed his music, and will continue to listen to his CDs, but the show was very hard to listen to. I hope Delbert takes some time off and sees a doctor specializing in vocal recovery.
While his voice and growl have mellowed a bit, Delbert still delivers the goods. The band, as is always the case when he tours, is among the best that you'll ever see. His song selection was particularly good for a life-long fan like myself. Only Delbert could easily go from Lipstick, Power, and Paint (from way, way back) to Maybe Someday Baby, to Every Time I Roll the Dice, to San Miguel. Everyone ought to see Delbert at least once in their lifetime.
Excellent artist with equally talented band, playing classics & newbies. I loved every song I knew(which was almost all of them)& couldn't help but to be up on my feet dancing to them all!
My wife and I had a great time at the Delbert concert. My only complaint is that there is not enough parking
From the first notes, it was obvious that Delbert had a miserable cold. No matter, he took the stage gave a full performance and no excuses. It was sometimes hard to listen to the ragged vocalizations as his sore throat limited his range severely. But, he has a dynamite band of true, talented professionals - just a pleasure to watch and hear them - and the show went on. For a man of 78, he gave it 110% and played his brand new stuff, his old favorites and I was indeed impressed with his vigor throughout!
Outstanding. An evening full of superior musicians. Annie and Paul are truly gifted and got us in the mood with the blues. Then Delbert and his crew came out and rocked the house, By the end almost everyone was on his or her feet clapping, grooving and shouting out requests. He played all I wanted except Too Much Stuff. Left in a great mood!
Delbert was energetic, interacted with audience, engaged, in great voice and backed by an amazing, talented band.
