Tuesday 9 December 2014

A Night with Counting Crows in Motorcity Casino Hotel, Detroit




Friday, 18 July is more than just the beginning of another weekend. In fact it’s one of the most awesome days of 2014, because Counting Crows will be jamming in Motorcity Casino Hotel at 7:30 pm. That’s right Detroit fans; it’s your turn to welcome a band who puts a lot of emphasis on live shows. This tour will feature songs from the new album called “Somewhere under Wonderland” and of course, favorites from the last 7 years.

As one of the rock bands who probably have the most members, it’s ironic that they only started out with 2 guys in 1991. These two are lead vocalist Adam Duritz and guitarist David Bryson. 23 years later they are still adored by fans across the world. Critics have described the band as masters of live entertainment and Adam always makes sure that there is one song that won’t sound the same. More specifically, he’ll completely change parts of a song to suite the mood. They’ve also been hailed for their acoustic performances, which is also how Adam and David started the two man band.

It’s been a long road since their first album “August and Everything After” made its appearance in 1993 and like so many other bands, a lot of changes were made in terms of band members. For example, Jim Boigios was the third replacement drummer. Nevertheless, Counting Crows kept looking forward and there is never a boring moment when they are on stage. An interesting mental note is that for a band that’s been in existence for more than 20 years, they have only made 7 studio albums, which include the latest one. It’s no secret that many artists wished they had kept their album numbers so low, because it usually means more thought and attention went into every single one.

What I really like about Counting Crows are the risks they take in terms of live performances. A particular risk they took was in 2009 with the “Saturday Night Rebel Rockers Traveling Circus and Medicine Show", which was a collaboration with two other bands, Spearhead and Augustana. Instead of following the typical concert routine, all three bands started the show together. Nothing was really planned out and they played each other’s songs. The band members literally ran to and from the stage, depending on who wanted to play. These are the type of shows that make history and presents true talent. It was such a success that they did it again the following year.

There are simply no regrets after attending a Counting Crows concert. It’s energetic, intimate and sentimental all at once. This is also why 18 July should be reserved in your diary, because it will kick off your weekend in the best possible gear. Ticket sales start at $141 and it’s pretty much a golden pass to what is going to be best concert the Motorcity Casino Hotel is hosting this year.

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