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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.

Reviews

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 based on 812 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing passion for music

    by I’m absolutely thrilled to see the Robert Cray band. I’ve seen now 5 times. Just love watching Robert put his true passion in his music. We are truly blessed to be able to see someone so gifted with pure emotions. I’ll see ya again soon . Be well 🙏 on 2/21/24Whitaker Center - Harrisburg

    My experience was wonderful. We stayed at Crown Plaza Hitel. Was viral, beds were so comfy and folks more than accommodating. It was a Sunday so so nor slot of establishments open. But we did find a pub close by with good food. We Uber Ed as well. Our experience was truly fun.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Absolutely Fantastic

    by Chuck on 2/21/24Whitaker Center - Harrisburg

    My wife and I have been fans forever and this was our first chance to see Robert Cray. The MAN and his Band were Absolutely Fantastic.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    A Crayful experience!

    by Rocky on 2/21/24Whitaker Center - Harrisburg

    Venue was easy to get in, easy to get out, very nice security & staff. Better yet, Robert Cray and his ensemble were just outstanding and Cray's voice range & guitar playing is stellar!! Thanks to all for a Crayful Sunday evening blues project experience!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Damned entertaining!

    by DrVinyl on 2/21/24Whitaker Center - Harrisburg

    Fabulous show! 50 years and still just as good from the start.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Bob ALWAYS delivers a great show!

    by Pipo on 2/21/24Whitaker Center - Harrisburg

    I have been following Robert Cray and his band around for about 37 years. I have seen him in eight shows in three different countries and after each one of his shows, I am always looking forward to the next one. Not only is he charismatic, but he is my favorite in blues, for composition, playing, and singing. I love this playing for tone and also for feeling; I find many of his songs incredibly moving. In this 50th-year celebration tour, he's playing many of his biggest songs (Bad Influence, Right Next Door, Won't Be Coming Home, Phone Booth, etc.) and some of his less known, as well. Just saw him three days ago and I cannot wait to see him again.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Awesome performer

    by Ray on 2/21/24Whitaker Center - Harrisburg

    Robert’s voice and playing were top notch. The man is 70 and is still as amazing as the first time I saw him way back in mid 1980s

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Very good concert

    by Carol on 2/19/24The Charleston Music Hall - Charleston

    Robert Cray is a great performer. Beautiful voice and excellent guitar player. The bass player was also excellent and very entertaining. The band was very cohesive.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Robert Cray in Charleston SC

    by Walter Fry on 2/18/24The Charleston Music Hall - Charleston

    Robert Cray and band was amazing just pure talent no petals or sound affects it was a great night highly recommend seeing him

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    always a great venue.

    by boston on 2/15/24The Charleston Music Hall - Charleston

    enjoyed the meat pie! music hall rocks. not a bad seat in the whole place.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Robert Cray Awesome as Usual

    by LKD on 2/13/24The Charleston Music Hall - Charleston

    This band should be a required course for life lessons. Their music is beautiful and surprising. Their talent is incredible, and they have an inspirational spirit.