The Rockingbirds, from "The D" (Detroit), are the featured live music artists of the week.
The Rockingbirds are a 4-piece classic rock band. And not just a typical classic rock band. Many bands play all the most well-known (and sometimes overplayed) classic rock hits, which is fine, that's a good time too. But this band plays some of the deep cuts. And not just from 5 or 6 famous bands, but from across the 60s and 70s, and even 80s. To be honest, I didn't even know them, BUT, the bulk of the crowd did - and that's what counts! And this is what makes them a great cover band - they bring back songs that you might have forgotten about, songs that aren't played 10 times a day on the local classic rock station. But, of course, they also play songs that are very well known. A great variety.
I do recall songs from CSN, Stephen Stills, Beatles, Traveling Wilburys, Hollies, Eagles, Outsiders, Steely Dan, Badfinger, and others. I wish I could remember the entire set list, but I was busy enjoying the show - not taking notes.
The band is in the process of changing out guitarists, as long-time member, Tom is leaving and the newest member, Tom is joining. Yep, Tom's spot is now being played by Tom. The new member, Tom, was a former member of Detroit based band The HandGrenades and current member of Beatles Cover Band - Mister Mustard.
I was fortunate to see the band play with both members, half the set with Tom - and the other half with Tom. The band was great in both incarnations. They all exhibit my favorite characteristic in a musician - they love what they are doing and they love music. And it is obvious - it comes across in their stage presence and in the music itself.
They happened to be playing at a local K of C, where they knew many of the audience, and that added to the night as well, as they interacted often with the crowd, in fun ways. In addition - they supplied the crowd with a duffle bag of percussion items to play along!! Not just a sing-along but a percussion-along!
The band lists their hometown as Allen Park - but they can be seen throughout the Detroit area. Well worth checking out!
Congratulations Rockingbirds! Like the man said, "Well worth checking out" they are
ReplyDeleteThis is a great band. We've seen them a couple of times already and always look to see where they're playing next. They put on a fabulous show with lots of variety.
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