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Blending folk, soul, blues, and Appalachian traditional elements into a refreshingly timeless sound that sits outside of any particular musical era, Valerie June stands in a long and storied line of unique Memphis performers, a city with a still vibrant music scene even into the 21st century. The daughter of a brick cleaner from Humboldt in the flatlands of West Tennessee, June took quickly to the various local roots music styles in the area, teaching herself guitar and developing her own mix of it, interpreting traditional material like it was still alive and breathing while also writing her own material with an eye to the influences of passionate and socially minded songwriters like Bob Marley. She officially began performing at the age of 19 as the wife part of the husband-and-wife duo Bella Sun (the couple released an album, No Crystal Stair, in 2004 on their own Bella Sun Music imprint), but when the marriage fell apart, June left the south and began living the life of a gypsy street musician, playing for change in bus and subway stations up and down the West Coast. She eventually returned to Tennessee, settling finally in Memphis, where she slid right into the city's active music scene. By now she had added banjo and lap steel to her musical base, and she began to draw local attention for her powerful performances, becoming a favorite at area folk festivals and workshops. She recorded two albums, The Way of the Weeping Willow and Mountain of Rose Quartz, at legendary Ardent Studios in Memphis, but she really came into the national eye when she was featured, along with rappers Al Kapone and Muck Sticky and other musicians, in $5 Cover, an MTV web series put together by Craig Brewer, the creator of the movie Hustle & Flow, which followed Memphis musicians as they scrambled to pay the rent, fall in and out of love, and yes, play music in one of the most storied musical cities in the world. The series aired early in 2009, giving June and her music a platform for wider exposure. ~ Steve Leggett, Rovi
The Delmar was a great place to see Valerie June, although anywhere would be a great place to watch that beautiful spirit do what she does! Valerie June it's not only an incredible Talent but a beautiful soul also. Such a beautiful evening from such a giving artist
Loved the beautiful venue and warm up Chastity Brown but Valerie June was disappointing. Me and my concert going partner agreed that Valerie was charismatic something was wrong with the sound. Her band was great but loud. She has an amazing unique voice but if i didknow the lyrics i wouldn't have understood them and some notes were just plain painful. I think there had to be something off with the sound.
Sweetest Dolly Parton, voice as crisp as June Carter Cash with the same type of southern twang yet a style all her own. This show was great and she is a great story teller with her self imposed hippy dippy style . Great Friday night!!
Valerie June put on an excellent show that was everything I could want from her but the sound system used left a lot to be desired. This was my first time at the Pantages and I guess it overpowered the theater because her vocals were so blurry that unless you knew the lyrics they were hard to understand. The person I was with was seeing her for the first time and she was disappointed that she couldn’t follow the lyrics. I hope in the future the sound system gets better or I won’t be attending any more shows at the Pantages.
Valerie June is a PRESENCE. A channel for love and wisdom, the music spoke to my very soul. The show was a trip. With Valerie June as a guide, we all journeyed through love, joy and mystery. This artist is a visionary!! The concert a glimpse into other worlds. Treya Lam, (opener, vocals, viola), was a force of lunar energy. Reflective and wise, Treya Lam's melodies and lyrics filled my heart with belonging. If you have the opportunity to see these artists, do not hesitate. This show is worth much more than the dollar value.
A great concert by Valerie June, hope to see her again soon!
Valerie is so joyful and uplifting on top of an amazing voice! (I caught her bouquet of flowers when she threw!) Will always follow her.
In December 2017 my husband, Joe Macias, had 6 months to live and one of his last requests was to see Valerie June at the Fillmore in San Francisco. But he was to weak and couldn’t have been accommodated at that venue. Since he died of ALS in May 2018 I haven’t been strong enough to listen to Valerie June’s music because I would break down in tears. I’m visiting NYC and I went to the Town Hall hoping to make up for Joe’s missing that Fillmore concert. I believe he was with me at Town Hall. During the intermission after Buffalo Nickel a song was played on the speakers that was by his favorite singer in the world, Ray Charles. He sang Joe’s most loved songs, You Are My Sunshine. Of all the singers and songs in our lives this was Joe saying thank you for bringing him along. I could see him smiling.
Valerie is a precious soul. I've heard her at Red Rocks and Telluride and she rocked the house. Town Hall in NYC has the worst sound ever. It was embarrassing for big city
Easily one of the best concerts I’ve ever attended. What a presence!!! Music was extraordinary and Valerie’s energy was beyond all else.
Wow wow wow! She is truly magical! Avatar fairy star dust.
Valery June is simply wonderful. The sound balance at the venue could be improved.
The entire performance was spectacular. The music sublime and her stage presence powerful.
I was excited for my wife and I to have experienced Valerie June live and close to us finally! She's definitely an artist that sounds just as good live as she does recorded. It was both of our first times at this venue and really enjoyed it. I look forward to visiting more artists in the future and seeing Valerie June again in the future!
Amazing show! Wonderful band, beautiful set, and Valerie June is just wonderful on so many levels. I like this venue because you see pretty well from any part of the theater.
It was a thrill to see Valerie and her band perform. The Wilbur made it possible for us to relax and enjoy because of their diligent and seamless checking of vaccination status. Much appreciated!
First time to see her and what a fun experience it was. She is very talented and really does dress like a fairy! Would see her again.
She was absolutely amazing. Her voice, her songs and stories. What a bright light. I loved every minute of it.
Ms. June is so talented and such a captivating artist. I see her every time she comes to St. Louis. Love her songs and stories, she is a great artist
Valerie June is simply amazing. She is a talented, funny, hard-working musician and it shows. Her energy is always radiating and her lyrics are so inspiring. Thank you for the wonderful show!
