Disappointing
by JaneyC on 5/23/18Ryman Auditorium - NashvilleI was really looking forward to this show but it was so disappointing. She was over amplified and the band sounded unrehearsed. It was a bonus to see Jack White.
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Margo Price has something to say but nothing to prove. In just three remarkable solo albums, the singer and songwriter has cemented herself as a force in American music and a generational talent. A deserving critical darling, she has never shied away from the sounds that move her, the pain that's shaped her, or the topics that tick her off, like music industry double standards, the gender wage gap, or the plight of the American farmer. (In 2021, she even joined the board of Farm Aid.)
Now, on her fourth full-length Strays, a clear-eyed mission statement delivered in blistering rock and roll, she's taking on substance abuse, self-image, abortion rights, and orgasms. Musically extravagant but lyrically laser focused, the 10-song record tears into a broken world desperate for remedy. And who better to tell it? Price has done plenty of her own rebuilding--or as she shout sings in explanation on "Been to the Mountain," the set's throat-ripping opener, "I have to the mountain and back alright"--and finds herself, at long last, free. Feral. Stray.
Moving from the sparse folk of her 2016 debut, Midwest Farmer's Daughter, into the rollicking roots of its follow up, All American Made, the following year, and, in 2020, into classic rock with Rumors, Price has established herself as a sonic explorer of the finest ilk. Still, she says, "This could be too out-there for people. But I just have this morality where I feel like, m."
And this does sound different. Louder, lusher. More layered. Price and her band recorded the set across a blissful week in Topanga Canyon, California, at producer Jonathan Wilson's Fivestar Studio in the summer of 2021. (A smaller second batch would get tracked in Music City, months later.) Wilson, who has helmed sets from Angel Olsen, Father John Misty, and Dawes in recent years, created a space for Price and her band--a longtime troupe that's been honing their kinetic, even raucous, live show since before Midwest Farmer's Daughter--to traverse new sounds and influences confidently.
Album opener "Been To The Mountain" showcases her "hard-living swagger" (The New York Times), while the Mike Campbell-assisted "Light Me Up" lays down a searing, explicit epic. "Radio," a buoyant guitar track featuring Sharon Van Etten, embraces sunny pop melodies. While the dobro- and pedal steel-laden "Hell in the Heartland," which Price penned in the immediate, uneasy aftermath of quitting drinking, builds towards a cacophony of distorted vocals and synthesizers.
Rock and roll, psychedelic country, rhythm & blues, and even bright shiny pop, they're all there on Strays, but as each refract through her artistry, that delicate vocal and unhurried delivery, they come out sounding singularly her. While the last few years have seen remarkable moments of acclaim--a Best New Artist Grammy nomination, Americana Music Honors, a Saturday Night Live performance, and just about every outlet and critics' year-end Best Of list--Price is still hungry. "I still have a lot of drive inside of me," she says. "I have a chip on my shoulder. It feels like I still haven't been able to fully realize all my dreams yet, and that eats me up." Just wait.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 3 out of 5 A bit disappointed
by Margofan on 5/23/18Ryman Auditorium - NashvilleI love Margo's music....Every song on every album. But while she is a superb performer, and gave an energetic show, I thought there was too much guitar, drums and extra loud fluff. She may have had time to do most of her songs, but elongated guitar and drum solos, plus her playing long, fluffed up versions of other artists songs took up precious time that I wanted to hear more of HER music. I would see her again for sure, but I hope she keeps true to her sound and remembers that yet another guitar doesn't necessarily add to the music.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Fire
by SteveG1372 on 5/23/18Ryman Auditorium - NashvilleThe new queen of country music took the Ryman by storm. I don’t think the crowd knew what hit them! She and the band were in fine form. To see the growth from the shows in January to these two shows was remarkable. The band and Margo are super tight and firing on all cylinders. Do not miss her if she’s anywhere near you. These 2 shows were #12 and #13 for me on this tour. Each have gotten better. Next stop Willie’s picnic in July! Can’t wait.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Fantastic
by Seren3ti on 5/22/18Ryman Auditorium - NashvilleOne of the best concert experiences of my life. Margo was on fire!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 great show
by Jfresh325 on 5/22/18Ryman Auditorium - NashvilleThe show was awesome. Tyler Childers is going to be a name to know for years. margo is a badass. highly recommended
Rating: 5 out of 5 Margo Price was incredible.
by MBiscuit on 5/22/18Ryman Auditorium - NashvilleMargo and her band lit up the Ryman. If she comes to your town, it is a must see concert. I first saw her in November 2013 when she was in Buffalo Clover and they opened for St. Paul and The Broken Bones. I ran to the back to get my cousin and tell him you have to hear this lady belt it out, come to find out it was Margo. Jump on tickets when they first come available, because the shows will sell out.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Can't wait to go back!
by Am256 on 5/22/18Ryman Auditorium - NashvilleMargo Price put on a fantastic show in my favorite venue!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Soaring vocals!
by 912AJK on 5/2/18Port City Music Hall - PortlandThis is the 2nd time we have seen Margo Price. When I saw that she was coming, I purchased tickets immediately. I didn't want to miss out! She is an amazing songwriter and has a fantastic voice. her show was high energy mixed with a a few reflective songs. I wasn't familiar with her opener Aaron but we enjoyed Aaron's performance and songs. both bands were great! All in all it was a blast to get out midweek to dinner and a show!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Margo price was the bomb
by Anonymous on 4/27/18Port City Music Hall - PortlandHad a blast she on a terrific show. Her voice was spot on and crowd pleasing.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Margo Price was fantastic!
by PaddyGirl on 4/21/18The Danforth Music Hall - TorontoMargo Price is a multi talented singer songwriter and musician. And her band is phenomenal. Amazing concert.
Rating: 5 out of 5 "Price-less" performance
by Chris1944 on 4/7/17The Basement - ColumbusAmazing energy and voice, bringing back the country to country western. She'll be opening for Chris Stapleton later this summer.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Margo was great. The basement is not
by Jofas on 4/7/17The Basement - ColumbusMargo Price is talented amazing performer. The basement has no ability to hold that number of people to see a show
Rating: 4 out of 5 Great classic country sound
by WillNye on 4/5/1720th Century Theater - CincinnatiMargo has a voice that harkens back to the days of loretta lyn and dolly. Mixes between some uptempo odes to booze and slower contemplative tracks. Overalk great show.
Rating: 2 out of 5 Haas
by TooHottobreath on 4/5/1720th Century Theater - CincinnatiI looked forward to this show for months. This girl has a great story to tell and tells it beautifully through her songs. Unfortunately the band was so loud she spent the entire night trying to sing over the band. The few times you could hear her it was strained and hardly the beautiful voice I had looked forward to hearing. I have always praised the 20th century for the quality of sound at all the shows I've seen there. Not this time. I look forward to seeing her show sometime in the furture at a more intimate setting.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Margo Price Sensational!
by 52Bauman on 2/27/17U.S. Cellular Stage at the Bijou Theatre - KnoxvilleMargo Price and her band really put on a quality show at Knoxville's Bijou Theatre on February 23, 2017. They played all of the songs on her 2016 CD release, Midwestern Farmer's Daughter, and a lot more. Her rendition of "Put a Hurtin' on the Bottle" put a hurtin' on the audience in attendance. Her encore selection of Kris Kristofferson's "Me and Bobby McGee" brought down the house. She was very gracious to come the Bijou Merchandise Room after the show to meet with her fans and sign autographs.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Margo Price turnt it up!
by DennyGinTn on 2/26/17U.S. Cellular Stage at the Bijou Theatre - KnoxvillePlayed her greatest hits and more. Set included her most popular songs and a few covers, like Dolly's Jolene and Kris Kristofferson's Me and Bobby McGee.
Rating: 3 out of 5 Ok...lay off cover songs.
by jackwhitegirl on 2/26/17U.S. Cellular Stage at the Bijou Theatre - KnoxvilleIt's sad when Miley Cyrus (who I never thought I would admit is a great vocalist but she is!!!!) does a better cover of "Jolene". Quit trying to be as edgy and good as Jack White.
Rating: 4 out of 5 She has talent!
by CandCTN on 2/26/17U.S. Cellular Stage at the Bijou Theatre - KnoxvilleThe opening act was bizarre and lasted way too long. 30 mins would have been more than enough. Margo was good, but the sound mix was not. Lead guitar and piano overwhelmed at times and her voice was not clear. This is the second Bijou show where the lead vocal had issues.
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 2/26/17U.S. Cellular Stage at the Bijou Theatre - Knoxville Great show, plenty of energy, very good sound quality
Rating: 5 out of 5 More than impressive
by xkegroller on 2/26/17U.S. Cellular Stage at the Bijou Theatre - KnoxvilleGreat mix of original tunes and fantastic covers of classic outlaw country artists, and Dolly too.A mindful and engaged audience that did not stand through the whole show, yeah!.