On the night of February 29, the Tedeschi Trucks Band brought their electrifying performance to the Beacon Theatre in New York City, initiating the first of three remarkable shows at this iconic venue. This marked a pivotal moment as the band transitioned to the Beacon after rocking the stage for the initial two nights of the Deuces Wild Tour at the Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena in New Jersey.
Led by the incomparable duo of Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks, the band continued to captivate audiences, showcasing their musical artistry throughout this third show of the tour.
The Deuces Wild Tour is happening from February to October 2024, and it’s all about the Tedeschi Trucks Band playing a bunch of different songs, some they wrote, some they didn’t. If you’re a fan in New York City, you’re lucky because they’re doing more shows at the Beacon Theatre, Kings Theatre in Brooklyn, and the Capitol Theatre in Port Chester.
The February 29 show opened with the soulful and atmospheric “Hear My Dear,” a track from the band’s 2022 album, I Am the Moon. The light and dreamy music set the stage just right, surrounding the audience in the band’s special mix of blues, rock, and soul.
The first set reached its climax with a powerful rendition of Blind Faith’s “Had to Cry” and the mesmerizing “Pasaquan.” Trucks’ virtuosic guitar playing took center stage, leaving the audience in awe of his unmatched skill and emotional depth.
As the second set unfolded, Susan Tedeschi showcased her singing skill with a soul-stirring cover of Mike Reid’s “I Can’t Make You Love Me,” famously performed by Bonnie Raitt. The emotional depth of Tedeschi’s performance resonated throughout the Beacon Theatre, capturing the hearts of everyone in attendance.
A memorable part of the night was when Alecia Chakour, a strong member of the Tedeschi Trucks Band, stepped up and sang Aretha Franklin’s “It Ain’t Fair.” Chakour’s amazing singing and stage presence really impressed the audience, showing how important she is to the band’s overall performance.
Gabe Dixon, another gifted member of the group, showcased his exceptional singing skills in a soulful performance of “Gravity,” highlighting the band’s diverse musical abilities and collective talent.
The second set also featured a memorable cover of Derek and The Dominos‘ “Anyday,” where Susan Tedeschi and Mike Mattison engaged in a vocal duet, exchanging verses and harmonizing seamlessly. The band members worked really well together, making the music feel extra special and going beyond just the stage.
The night culminated in a soulful tribute to the late Bill Withers with a cover of “I Wish You Well.” The band’s emotional delivery of Withers’ timeless classic served as a fitting conclusion to an evening filled with musical brilliance and camaraderie.
Tedeschi Trucks Band – Beacon Theatre, NYC – Thursday, February 29, 2024
Setlist: Hear My Dear, Ain’t That Something, Laugh About It, I Am the Moon, Everybody’s Got to Change Sometime, Circles Round the Sun, Had to Cry Today, Pasaquan, I Can’t Make You Love Me, Soul Sweet Song, It Ain’t Fair, Gravity, Do I Look Worried, Last Night In the Rain, Anyday, Part of Me, How Blue Can You Get, I Wish I Knew (How It Would Feel To Be Free), I Wish You Well
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