Robert Gordon Tickets

A flat, lazy, disheartening show. The magic is gone. I've been listening to Robert Gordon since 1977, attended maybe 12-15 shows over the years, beginning at the old Lone Star Cafe in NYC back in 1980. I attended last year's show at BB King's, and it was certainly a better performance than this one. There seemed to be no set list; he repeatedly asked the audience for requests throughout the show, and displayed little interest in providing a memorable experience for his audience, which appeared to be comprised mostly of friends or hardcore followers, based on his interactions with them. It was a very forgiving crowd, because his performance was well below average. His voice was not great, his phrasing was odd and "off," and his overall stage demeanor reflected indifference. His banter with the audience was limited to old, stale shtick, and his performance was mostly disappointing. The two songs his lead guitarist performed were better than anything Gordon performed during his set, in my opinion. There were perhaps three highlights, one of them being "Rockbilly Boogie," with which he closed the show. Happens to be my favorite, so there was some redemption there. I love this guy. He was, in my opinion, unstoppable back in the glory days, but unfortunately, those glory days seemed long removed from his performance on Jan. 6, 2011. He also performed just a few Elvis songs in his set, so the show didn't really live up to its billing as an "Elvis Birthday Bash." Sad. I wish I could write a different review, because he really is an icon. I believe even a casual listen to his body of work will make anyone a rabid Robert Gordon fan. But this just didn't cut it for me. For whatever reason -- indifference on his part, age, lack of preparation, etc. -- his performance was far from red hot. It was a lot closer to doodly- squat.

Robert Gordon's show on Jan. 6 at BB King's left me wanting at least a partial refund. While Gordon's voice was strong, he performed for a scant one hour and ten minutes only. He seemed disinterested to some degree as well commenting on stage the he was "tired". Even if you are tired, Robert, your fans would appreciate a bit more enthusiasm. Just about from the start he asked the partially filled room (maybe 60% full; none of the outer tables or booths we occupied at the club) for requests. He played some of those requests. The band behind him, lead by Barry Ryan on guitar, was pretty tight but at one point the sound quality from the stage sounded poor. Not sure what caused this but it was temporary and probably required some sound board adjustment to fix. Gordon left the stage about 20 minutes into the show to allow Ryan the opporunity to perform 2 songs. Despite all of this it was still fun to see Gordon perform his mix of Elvis tributes and some of his own Rockabilly tunes. He just didn't provide the quantity I expected or that he delivered in the same show 1 year ago which I also attended.

Wow, what a terrific show! Robert Gordon is the king of rockabilly! I saw him over 15 years ago and he hasn't lost a step. A fabulous entertainer with an incredible voice that has matured over the years. I would have liked to hear some more of my favorite songs, but when he rocked the place was jumping. I'll be on the look out for his next show in NY.

Robert Gordon & his gang were in fine mode for a bunch of top notch profesionals who haven't played together long. Chris Spedding was of course the star gunslinger who kept it all running smoothly. Chris is a consumate professional, who has a long resume. Check out his web site and I highly recommend his solo work, along with early stints in s fabulous group called "SHARKS" in the early 1970's. Robert Gordon has a winning combo right now with this line up, and I hope they come back to Potawatomi on their next go round! Cudos to Glenn Mattlock (Sex Pistols) & Slim Jim Phantom (Stray Cats) for keeping a strong back beat. Robert Gordon still has that wonderful deep bass vocal that is a Rockabilly fans delight!

They played 3 elvis songs .... total rip off. I want my money back.

I was surprised and disappointed that the show was not organized. The main act did not start on time, what else is new. When he came out he asked the audience for songs to sing. Huh?? Then he huddled with the band to decide which songs to sing from everyone calling different titles. He didnt sing Hound dog, nor jailhouse rock, or dont be cruel. Robert Gordons voice was excellent, and the band was great. Too bad the show wasnt set up. BB kings is a great place for live music, for that act to go on it just looked unprofessional for the venue and the big name act with so many years under his belt. Robert Gordon wasted so much time in beween songs literally turning his back to the audience and huddling with band. I should have asked for a refund.

Great lineup! Robert was in fine voice and good humor, and his band was top-notch. Chris sounded great, and it was a real treat seeing a former Cat singing a Stray Cats tune, and a former Pistol singing a Sex Pistols tune (it was pretty cool seeing each member being given a piece of the spotlight). They actually looked as if they were enjoying themselves...Slim Jim in particular. Great show!

The show outdid what i thought up front. I knew it was going to be an Awesome event but it was an AWESOME DYNAMIC event. I saw Robert when with Tuff Darts - He was awesome then - He was equally as awesome last eve. Slim Jim - need I say more. Was just supurb. And Glen - I saw him with the Sex Pistols - then awesome, last eve AWsomer (is that a word - haha) And they all looked great. They are as friendly and cool as they always were. Glen gave me something special which I will frame and put on my rock wall of fame. He is such a great guy. Hey, they all are. I highly recommend you seeing them together, individually or with whoever else they may jam with. It will send chills through ya' Just a great gig.. LOVEPEACELOVE