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The Robert Cray Band in Concert

When it comes to live performance, The Robert Cray Band like to get right down to business. Though they're led by one of the most distinctive blues guitar stylists of his generation, and the rest of the band bears a similar amount of instrumental authority, they don't like to showboat. Flashy licks are simply not what Cray and company are all about. 

Instead, they cut right through to the emotional core of every tune — whether they're playing the classics that put Cray on the map, like "Right Next Door" and "Smoking Gun," or killing it on covers of tunes by the likes of Bill Withers, Bobby "Blue" Bland, or The Mississippi Sheiks. Cray and his cohorts use their mighty musical prowess in the service of the song. Sure, you'll hear plenty of fluid guitar solos, but at a Robert Cray show you'll never hear a single unnecessary note — in other words, everything he and his band play on stage really matters.

The Robert Cray Band Background

Robert Cray did more for the blues in the 1980s than anybody other than Stevie Ray Vaughan. He started out small with a string of early-'80s indie albums, but by the middle of the decade the singer/guitarist's blend of blues, soul, and rock 'n' roll influences made its way to the mainstream with a major-label deal that introduced the world to the game-changing Strong Persuader LP. 

Between his supple grooves, soulful vocals, storytelling songs, and stinging guitar solos, Cray emerged as the blues hero the '80s didn't even know they were waiting for until he came along. Over time, Cray's sound has become simultaneously deeper and more expansive. His reputation has grown to the point that he's an esteemed elder statesman of modern blues, a winner of multiple Grammy awards, and an artist as venerated today as any of his heroes were when he was growing up and learning his licks.

Setlists

    1. 1.Anything You Want
    2. 2.Two Steps From the End
    3. 3.You Can't Make Me Change
    4. 4.I Don't Care
    5. 5.Promises You Can't Keep
    6. 6.Poor Johnny
    7. 7.Chicken in the Kitchen
    8. 8.I Shiver
    9. 9.I Guess I Showed Her
    10. 10.To Be With You
    11. 11.You Move Me
    12. 12.Right Next Door
    13. 13.Time Makes Two
    14. 14.14. PhoneBooth
    15. 15.15. This Man
    1. 1.Anything You Want
    2. 2.I Don't Care
    3. 3.Where Do I Go From Here
    4. 4.I Shiver
    5. 5.Won't Be Coming Home
    6. 6.Deep in My Soul (Bobby “Blue” Bland cover)
    7. 7.Bad Influence
    8. 8.Chicken in the Kitchen
    9. 9.It Doesn't Show
    10. 10.I Guess I Showed Her
    11. 11.Right Next Door (Because of Me)
    12. 12.Time Makes Two

  2. Encore

    1. 13.Phone Booth
    2. 14.
    1. 1.Anything You Want
    2. 2.You Can't Make Me Change
    3. 3.I Shiver
    4. 4.I Guess I Showed Her
    5. 5.Two Steps From the End
    6. 6.Poor Johnny
    7. 7.Won't Be Coming Home
    8. 8.These Things (The Robert Cray Band featuring The Memphis Horns cover)
    9. 9.Bad Influence
    10. 10.Promises You Can't Keep
    11. 11.Right Next Door (Because of Me)
    12. 12.You Move Me
    13. 13.Time Makes Two

  2. Encore

    1. 14.Phone Booth
    2. 15.This Man
    1. 1.Phone Booth
    2. 2.Where Do I Go From Here
    3. 3.I Don't Care
    4. 4.Deep in My Soul (Bobby “Blue” Bland cover)
    5. 5.Fix This
    6. 6.I Shiver
    7. 7.I Guess I Showed Her
    8. 8.I Can't Fail
    9. 9.Bad Influence
    10. 10.You Had My Heart (Robert Cray & Hi Rhythm cover)
    11. 11.Poor Johnny
    12. 12.Right Next Door (Because of Me)
    13. 13.Time Makes Two

  2. Encore

    1. 14.You Can't Make Me Change
    2. 15.This Man
    1. 1.Phone Booth
    2. 2.Two Steps From the End
    3. 3.Won't Be Coming Home
    4. 4.Fix This
    5. 5.I Guess I Showed Her
    6. 6.I Shiver
    7. 7.It Doesn't Show
    8. 8.Bad Influence
    9. 9.You Can't Make Me Change
    10. 10.Promises You Can't Keep
    11. 11.These Things (The Robert Cray Band featuring The Memphis Horns cover)
    12. 12.Right Next Door (Because of Me)
    13. 13.Time Makes Two

  2. Encore

    1. 14.You Must Believe in Yourself (Johnny Copeland cover)
    2. 15.This Man

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Reviews

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 based on 913 reviews
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  • Young Bob

    by grilloz on 7/26/17Uptown Theatre Napa - NapaRating: 5 out of 5

    As always Robert put on a great show at a great place

  • Cray does it again!

    by Goodeye1 on 7/26/17Uptown Theatre Napa - NapaRating: 5 out of 5

    I have seen Robert Cray/Band numerous times and have been a fan since the beginning. He always puts on an excellent live show. This was no different. I'm sure I'll catch him again when he come around next time.

  • Robert Cray is always incredible!

    by DLH7272 on 7/26/17Uptown Theatre Napa - NapaRating: 5 out of 5

    Robert Cray is always a knockout. My only complaint is the house. Lots of drunks yelling during intimate music make moments and sound guy didn't mix vocals in well.

  • Robert Cray band at Egyptian in Boise

    by IllinoisGrateful on 7/25/17The Egyptian Theatre - BoiseRating: 5 out of 5

    Awesome show! Drummer, Base, and Keyboards were all terrific not to mention the virtuoso on guitar. It's been a long time since I saw Robert's band precede Bonnie Raitt and Stevie Ray Vaughn in Champaign, IL in 1974 but they haven't dropped a step.

  • by Anonymous on 7/24/17The Egyptian Theatre - BoiseRating: 5 out of 5

    What a great show! Robert Cray and his band were very polished and excellent musicians. RC is outstanding and unbelievable in his guitar playing and vocals. Small venue was perfect. We had a great time, come back soon!!!!!!!!!

  • Robert Cray Band Is one of the best live shows

    by whomveryouwantittobe on 7/24/17The Egyptian Theatre - BoiseRating: 5 out of 5

    The sound was mixed very well. Volume level was loud but no distortion and sound pressure was great which is always a good thing. The mix of new and old material was great.

  • Another great show

    by jbender201 on 7/10/17MGM Grand Detroit Event Center - DetroitRating: 5 out of 5

    Tremendous show, with a good mix of old and new songs. And a nice venue (first show I've seen there)

  • Awesome show

    by dfschn on 7/10/17MGM Grand Detroit Event Center - DetroitRating: 4 out of 5

    Robert was awesome. Played superbly, and as always sang perfectly. We wish he played 20 minutes longer.

  • Fabulous show

    by CrayRobertFan on 7/10/17MGM Grand Detroit Event Center - DetroitRating: 5 out of 5

    The Robert Cray Band played many of their old standards, as well as a new album that is being released. It was outstanding. My only complaint was the crowd. There were folks in the audience who thought they should Tell Robert what to play..

  • Brilliant night

    by Stevethesoundman on 6/12/17B.B. King Blues Club & Grill - New YorkRating: 5 out of 5

    Great performer brilliant band Most soulful voice you will ever hear On holiday from the UK we were so lucky to be so close rather lost in some big venue

  • Excellent concert!

    by PhoebeMaine on 6/8/17State Theatre - PortlandRating: 5 out of 5

    The Robert Cray Band is awesome! We've seen them in multiple venues, the State Theater is a small but awesome venue. We just love to listen to Robert Cray!

  • Robert Cray was amazing!!

    by Jmorrell on 6/7/17State Theatre - PortlandRating: 5 out of 5

    I've been listening to Robert Cray for years. We always wanted to see him in concert. He finally came to Maine and we had to see him!! He's wonderful!! Great performance and great person!

  • Robert Cray Band at The State Theatre

    by Fast21 on 6/7/17State Theatre - PortlandRating: 5 out of 5

    Great show , Bob can play that guitar . Band as a whole is awesome play well together . Definitely worth seeing , awesome show . The new Cd is really good as well as the classics like" Smoking Gun" and "Shiver" to name a couple . Go check them out , you'll be Happy you did .

  • Robert Cray never disappoints!

    by Fbyydc on 6/7/17State Theatre - PortlandRating: 5 out of 5

    Fabulous concert. A nice mixture of old favorites and new releases. Guitar and keyboard amazing! This was my second time seeing him at The State theater and this concert was as great as the last.

  • by Anonymous on 6/7/17State Theatre - PortlandRating: 5 out of 5

    Robert Cray is amazing. The end!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Amazing Robert Cray

    by pmcdonald1 on 6/7/17State Theatre - PortlandRating: 5 out of 5

    His voice and his amazing guitar playing are as good as ever. 1 1/2 hour set, no opening act. Started at 8 pm and ended at 9:32 pm. Home by 10 pm. Perfect for a Sunday night w/ work the next day.

  • by BLBR on 6/7/17State Theatre - PortlandRating: 5 out of 5

    The Robert Cray band was awesome! My favorite concert of all time. They played non stop for 1 1/2 hours., No intermission, no opening band. The parking garage was not a far walk. It was a perfect ending to a great weekend.

  • Awesome!!

    by Kjkjkj15 on 6/7/17State Theatre - PortlandRating: 5 out of 5

    We had a great time, we loved how happy the band looked to be up there doing that they love!

  • Robert Cray Amazing!

    by Anonymous on 6/7/17State Theatre - PortlandRating: 5 out of 5

    Always has an amazing show! Sixth concert I have gone to for him and never am disappointed!!

  • Robert Cray was awesome

    by Mikec14 on 5/30/17Turning Stone Resort & Casino Showroom - VeronaRating: 5 out of 5

    Excellent sound and I liked the way he used his selection of guitars