Lyle Lovett rolled his Large Band into the Chattanooga Live Music scene Wednesday night. The Tivoli House was prepared for the stage full of talent. You should know that Lyle loves playing in Chattanooga. He mentioned enjoying the Scenic City, drinking RC Colas and eating Moon Pies. I posted on social media that Lyle Lovett, Country Music icon will appear at the Tivoli this week. I was stopped in my tapping keyboard as not true. I thought I had mis-stated Lyle's music label.
Then, deciding to read further into his bio, Lyle actually is one of those very rare singer/songwriter and self-taught musicians with a wide interest. Since the 80’s his large Texas interest has been country, Americana, outlaw country, bluegrass, western swing, country folk, country pop, country rock and jazz. He continues crossing the borders, branding his own style, music and swag.
He left us with a sense of understanding and added respect of his accomplishments tracing his music roots since the early 80’s and how each band member on stage played a role in his career. It was an awesome presentation of each member’s famed bio. All have performed with some of the most iconic artists who made impacts on Americana music in all genres. The Large Band and strong vocals filled the space with traditional revival gospel worship, pop, blues, jazz and rocking country on stage. He left nothing out … in the end you walk away feeling somewhat “Churched”.
The Set List:
The Blues Walk - I'm a Soldier - Church - I Will Rise Up - Penguins,
Farmer Brown/Chicken Reel - I Know You Know, - You Have a Friend In Me
Step Inside This House,(Guy Clark cover) - Anyhow, I Love You,(Guy Clark cover)
North Dakota - Temperance Reel (Luke Bulla) - I'll Fly Away - If I Had a Boat
She's No Lady, She's My Wife - Here I Am - What Do You Do,
Wild Women Don't Have the Blues, (Ida Cox cover) - I’m Gonna Wait - I'm Going To The Place,
Encore:
That's Right (You're Not From Texas)
Pass Me Not, Oh Gentle Savior
Lyle Lovett & His Large Band was solid and tight with the choir, horns, strings, keys, vocals and Lyle's timeless selection of material. It included just over 2.5 hours of music and bio information of each member supporting Lyle Lovett and His Large Band. It was a production of AC Entertainment and Tivoli Theatre crew. ©2016/ Chattanooga Live Music Aug 17 2016.
Chattanooga Live Music, Mark A Herndon, certified professional geologist and professional photographer grew up in Chattanooga area, graduated from the University of Tennessee in Chattanooga. Connecting People with the Arts of Music and Dance to the Chattanooga Live Music Scene by supporting local singers, songwriters, musicians, dancers, & bands. Media affiliation www.chattanoogan.com Check out more at www.facebook.com/chattanoogalivemusic Email at MAHerndon@ChattanoogaLiveMusic.com