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The "Nothing But The Taillights" Tour came rolling
in on Highway 89,
bringing with it the sweet voices of The Kinley's and the exceptional
talent
of Trace Adkins.
The Kinley's brought with them a glow from their eccentric
personalities
and flashy smiles. The best part of the Kinley's was watching
the twins sing
their hit single, "Just Between You and Me," paving
the way for the appearance of Trace Adkins.
Trace Adkins exuberant magnetism came through in flamboyant
style with
his 'Big Time' production. From the very beginning of his
performance, he had the audience captivated. His heartfelt, edifyingly
deep, baritone voice
allowed him to cradle every woman's heart, while hanging the
men on a hook called, envy. He stands in a class of his
own. A fantastic talent that is surely not going to waste.
The crowd was entranced hearing his songs, "Big Time,"
"A Girl in Texas," "I Left Something Turned On
At Home," "Lonely Won't Leave Me Alone," and his
big hit "No Thinkin' Thing."
Both The Kinley's and Trace Adkins were fantastic openers
to hype up the
audience for the oncoming of the top performance of the night….
The lights dim, silence ensued…. Then the faint
sound of a harmonica
cut through the silence barrier as a silhouette is cast upon
a canvas in
center stage… The crowd goes wild; the whole house
is involved in welcoming the steady, reliable Clint Black.
He continues to play his traditional harmonica and the
audience shows
their appreciation for this extraordinary talent. With
the show now traveling on high ground Clint belts out the song
"High Roller." The canvas, now in the background, displays
gambling scenes, monitors on the side show gambler's clips. The
house is already on its feet and rocking the structure.
No wonder Clint has been presented with awards and honors time
and time again. Starting in 1989 when he first rode out of Houston,
belting out his "Killin' Time" album, which received
the Horizon Award. In 1990, he was awarded Male Vocalist
of the Year and "Killin Time' went to double platinum.
Clint, in his trademark black velour shirt, black leather
pants, and, to top it off, black hat and boots. As the crowd
settles the backdrop produces the special effects of rain. Singing
the song "Like The Rain," 'I never liked
the rain until I walked through it with you,' the crowd is enthralled.
The complete event center captivated by Clint, as his voice
carries one
song into another. Kicking strongly into the theme song,
"Nothing but the
Taillights" the whole center is up on their feet and
absorbing every beat.
The house really rocks. The performance is geared around this
song. Road signs everywhere and the back end of a '57 Chevy
is on stage right. Center is the back of an old pick up truck,
old gas pumps, and many other relics from the past.
Quite an awesome sight for the younger generation, and
wonderful memories for the not so young. The canvas
screen, in center stage, displays a video of a classic; racing
down the highway.
The lights begin to dim. Then one spotlight gradually
fades in on Clint, the crowd goes wild. Clint is seen alone
on stage, sitting on a couch made from the back of a Cadillac.
This becomes the highlight of the show. Clint displays his unique
talent, as he performs with only his guitar. He has
the audience mesmerized. Stars are sparkling on the backdrop
as he sings, "Something That We Do" written by Clint
and Skip Ewing. This song all started with the saying,
'Love is not a noun, it is a verb.' Clint took the idea to Skip.
Every word was analyzed. Once they got going, they added phrases
that love isn't this and love isn't that. Always bringing it
back to, 'Love is something that we do.' Clint has the
audience sing along with this.
I was amazed at the age group that was captivated by Clint.
A little boy
about 7 years old was sitting behind me. He knew this song like
the back of
his hand and sung it out loud from start to finish. Many
rising stars have
their influences; I could tell Clint Black was this little boy's
inspiration.
It was heartwarming to see this boy singing and expressing his
dream.
The house lights dim now to almost complete darkness. As
the light
gradually filters in to a soft cascade on the right side of the
stage it
gently casts a subtle glow upon Clint who has climbed onto the
top of the back end of the '57 Chevy. The crowd roars, he softly
begins to sing "Desperado," a song that has been
around for many years, with many artists trying their hand at
it. Clint contributed this to the album, "Common Threads:
Songs of the Eagles." This song mines the depth of
Clint's talent. So rich in emotion, the center is
totally captivated as they hang on each word and note of this
song. Clint was exquisite. The song finished, leaving a
message in every heart.
The bright lights switch on and Clint kicks into the enjoyable
"State of
Mind" a perfect song to follow "Desperado."
Clint sings song after song
without any signs of tiring, showing his talent come straight
from the heart.
He brings out a new, upbeat song called, "Traffic Jam."
This really gets the house rocking.
Encore ensues with "Put Yourself In My Shoes,"
a 1991 song that hit
Gold, Platinum, and finally double Platinum. The music builds
on to the grand finale, Clint and the band, jamming. Clint boot
scoots his way across the stage while playing his guitar with
Mach 5 velocity. The crowd goes wild. As he leaves the
stage we get "Taillights" out of him. |
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