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| So, this happened and we had third row seats for it! Third Eye Blind is one of my favorite bands from the 90's and this was our first time seeing them in concert. It was a beautiful night for music in an outdoor venue. First up was a band new to us: Arizona. My husband and I were totally impressed with them. They had great charisma and were super thankful to be there, opening for Yellowcard and 3eB. As the venue does not allow anything but see through vinyl purses, I opted to not bring anything, including my phone. In lieu of that, here's a video of the final song of the night from Arizona. We thought it was a really good one.  This was their most popular song from 2003. Again, the band was thrilled to be opening for 3eB. The lead singer, Ryan Key, said that he remembered listening to 3eB in his bedroom at age 17 and never could have dreamed he'd be on tour with them some day. Personally, I did not enjoy Yellowcard as much as Arizona, but they put on a good show. However, the couple sitting next to us said that they were there from Pennsylvania, specifically to see Yellowcard, so they have a following.  We were so happy to hear them play their hits, dating back to 1990's. And thankfully, no politics! Jenkins said that their tour was focusing on the JOY of performing. He wanted to bring some joy in the midst of the polarity that our country faces, uniting our voices while we sang along to some great hits. It was a joyful evening for us, for sure! Do you have a favorite '90's band? |
Stephan Jenkins is 60? How is that possible?? ("Jumper" is my go-to Third Eye Blind song.)
ReplyDeleteAs for a favorite '90s band, I'm going with Catherine Wheel. Probably a little obscure for many, but that's just the way I like 'em!
I know! He turns 60 in September and looks amazing!!! I have never heard of Catherine Wheel, so I must look them up!
DeleteYou've probably heard "Black Metallic" if nothing else!
DeleteI listened to it and a few of their other songs and nothing sounded familiar, Mark. I did miss a lot of the ‘90’s due to numerous childbirths 🤣
DeleteYou really taught me something with this post because I had never heard of Third Eye Blind, Arizona, or Yellowcard. That photo your husband took is PHENOMINAL! And you're right, EPIC! Please tell him I said, "BRAVO!!!!"
ReplyDeleteI feel so happy that you both got to see these bands! You love of music is contagious!
I have two favorite bands - U2 and R.E.M. (late 80s-90s) As a single artist, I loved (and still do) Mary J Blige.
Thanks for sharing, my friend! ENJOYED!
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Hmmm, well I bet you know Semi-Charmed Life by 3eB because it played on repeat back then. I mean, A LOT! U2 was my favorite band for decades, but I’ve grown a little tired of them over the last few years. I don’t know why. We’ve seen them twice. The Elevation tour was a religious experience and will probably always be my favorite concert, but Depeche Mode last November came in a close second.
DeleteWe are really enjoying live music now. It’s a combination of having the spending money to afford it now, plus knowing some of these acts won’t be around much longer.
Thanks for reading all my music posts, Ron! XO
That's so fun! Hey, have you ever listened to the podcast 60 Songs That Explain The 90s? I recently listened to one featuring Third Eye Blind and thought I would die laughing about the discussion of Steven Jenkins!
ReplyDeleteNo, I haven’t, but now I’m going to check it out.
DeleteI can't believe someone in a 90s band is 60! I feel old! I've always liked Third Eye Blind, but I love that they're purposely not political like that! It's so nice that they're not using their fame to further divide and stir people up.
ReplyDeleteMatchbox 20 is my absolute favorite 90s band. I still listen to Push on constant repeat sometimes. And Rob Thomas is big into animal rescue, which I love.
It was shocking that he turns 60 this year, though he would have been close to 30 when starting the band and it took some years to get a hit. My oldest daughter hasn’t been to a ton of concerts, but she always says Matchbox 20 was the absolute best. Rob Thomas gives it everything. I’d definitely go see them if I get the chance. AND Goo Goo Dolls!
DeleteBy the time the 90s rolled around, I was in my mid-30s/early40s, with four kids (then five, then six, then seven). So I wasn't paying a whole lot of attention. But the Eurhythmics' 'Sweet Dreams' made one of my mix CDs. . .
ReplyDeleteI missed a lot of the 90’s due to childbirth, etc. I only discovered Everybody Loves Raymond and King of Queens when they were in reruns on TBS. But I had the car radio to keep me company!
DeleteThat picture your husband took is awesome! Sounds like a really fun concert!
ReplyDeleteIt was super fun!
DeleteBijoux, I admit to knowing absolutely nothing about 90s groups, so this post was a real education, which is always a good thing. I grew up listening to 60s music and really enjoy listening to tunes from the 50s. Thanks to my parent's I really like 30s and 40s as well.
ReplyDeleteI’m glad you stopped by to read anyway!
DeleteI do love Third Eye, but have never heard of Arizona and I do recognize Yellowcard's song, but if I had a gun to my head, I wouldn't have been able to name them.
ReplyDeleteI love that you guys had such great seats too. Also, I hate those clear purses. Goodness. No one needs to see my Burts bees lip balm, gum and eyedrops. 😜
My fave 90's bands were probably RHCP, Hootie & TBF, The Counting Crows and obviously DMB.
Arizona was new to us, but we really enjoyed them. My husband feels like, if we’re going to bother going to a concert, he wants to see the band up close and not on a screen. It’s rough on the ears though. I refuse to use the see through purses. So invasive and they still make you open it and look inside, so WHY? I like RHCP, too, but hubby isn’t a fan. DMB fans Unite!
DeleteI was a U2 fan. And I loved Counting Crows (I cheated and read Suz' comment because I suck at music trivia, even if it just means recalling who I liked). The concert sounds like fun esp since it was outdoor on a nice night. The clear purse thing annoys me. Mini has a college friend who bought little containers that look like tampons but are actually alcohol shots. What will they think of next?
ReplyDeleteU2 spanned a lot of decades. They were my fave for a long time. We saw Counting Crows last year. It was a very mellow and chill experience. I’ve never been a shot drinker, so that would not appeal to me. AND I’d be embarrassed to be walking around with what looked like tampons fully exposed!
DeleteIt's hard to pick just one but I gotta' go with Blink182. My kids went to their concerts every year and they sang all of the songs all of the time. I miss that. - Your concert, man, what a fantastic time!!! 3eB has so many great songs. I think Semi Charmed Life is my favorite with Jumper a close second. The opening bands are good too. I liked them both but Yellowcard a little bit more. - I'm so happy you got to go to this concert. What a blast!
ReplyDeleteBlink 182 is such a great band! I love that your kids sang their songs all the time! I think the only group my kids were united on was old school Fleetwood Mac. We took them to that concert when my oldest was in HS. My son, who was probably only 13 at the time, still says it was one of his best concerts ever❣️ Rock on, Mimi!
DeleteWow. Your kids are so lucky! Seeing Fleetwood Mac is epic! You guys win the parents of the year award!
DeleteThey probably would disagree, but thanks! LOL!
DeleteThere aren't many 1990s bands I've even heard of - or heard. The bands and singers I like go way back -like Bonnie Raitt and Annie Lennox and Sheryl Crow. Good that you had such great seats for Third Eye Blind.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Nick. I like Annie Lennox, too.
DeleteI'm never very aware of bands until it's years later. This post proves that these groups are new to me. I'm with Nick [above] about singers I like. Am pleased you had a great time.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ally Bean. Where were you in the '90's??
DeleteGreat Post, my friend! Brought back some fantastic memories. I loved these guys, but I've gotta say- I'm totally stuck on the likes of Alice in Chains, STP, Nirvana, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, Radiohead, Cranberries, etc. more than anything. I'm also stuck in that era as far as my (amateur) guitar skills, and it seems I'm unable/unwilling to work at/learn anything new past these bands. I've also been Youtubing lots of old ELO live footage as they were one of my most favorites to listen to growing up.
ReplyDeleteWe LOVE, LOVE, LOVE ELO and can't wait for their tour. I remember specific moments in my life when I was a little kid and their songs came on the radio. So fun to hear those old songs live. Your musical tastes are more grunge/metal than mine, but I will always stand by the Cranberries' Zombie being one of the greatest songs of all time (or in the top 10)!
DeleteThis sounds like you both really had a great time!! I'm so glad you're enjoying all of the concerts. It's funny how some music can just transport us back in the past.
ReplyDeleteWe are living our best lives (or past lives)! I got a little teary eyed during the encore. It's my all-time favorite 'break up' song (even though I was married by then).
DeleteHey, Bijoux, sounds like you had a great time! And that photo your husband took is fabulous. I can't comment on the performers because--being a certified geezer--I don't them. (I know of Third Eye Blind, but only the name.)
ReplyDeleteI'm off to YouTube to get educated!
Enjoy your trip down the rabbit hole!
DeleteIf he is 60 then that means I am ... What? No way? We are all getting old and sometimes surprised that the people we admired and loved are not getting any younger. Glad you and the hubby had a good time.
ReplyDeleteI was shook after looking up his birth date. September 1964. Crazy!
DeleteI loved (well still do) Third Eye Blind back in the 90's. I've said it before, but it makes my heart happy that those bands are still touring. The guitar pic I thought was a professional shot. Well done to your hubby capturing that!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite band in the 90's was Matchbox 20 closely followed by Goo Goo Dolls. I liked Live (Lightning Crashes was on repeat a lot!) and some Chili Peppers, though the last few years I tend to skip their songs when I'm listening to Apple Music.
Hubby was quite pleased with himself! 🤓 I mentioned it above, but my oldest daughter says Matchbox 20 was the best concert she’s ever been. I love Name by Goo Goo Dolls and of course, Lightening Crashes by Live! I still like the RHCP, but I understand getting tired of a band. I feel that way about the Police and a few others that I used to love.
DeleteJason and I went to Matchbox 20 before Covid hit. They definitely put on a great show! I wish they would tour with GooGoo Dolls again. I think they did once before, but I hold out hope they’ll do it again some day.
DeleteThat would be a FANTASTIC show! Here's hoping . . .
DeleteYou're making me feel old. I don't know who any of those groups are. I listen to oldies...60's music and or even older, Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra etc. Sounds like you had a good time though. It's been years and years since I've been to a concert and I don't remember who it was....it was before hubby and I were married, and we celebrated our 52nd last month........soooooo, as I said years!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your 52nd anniversary!
DeleteI'm loving this memory lane your sending so many of us down with the old bands. Too bad Yellowcard didn't do it for you. (Never heard of them.) But that's a super sweet story about the guy saying he never dreamed he'd be performing with them some day. Good for them. ~Betsy
ReplyDeleteBeing in the third row, it was LOUD. And they were a loud band to begin with. But it was fun and I thought it was super sweet that he told that story, too.
DeleteOn the bright side, that means your hearing is still good! I would be more concerned if it didn't seem loud! :P
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DeleteI've never been to a concert, I don't like crowds. But I do like Third Eye Blind.
ReplyDeleteSorry I've been MIA for almost 2 weeks. My internet was out and I had a hard time getting on blogs with my phone. But it's fixed now and I'm making my way around to all the blogs I love.
No problem, Mary! I'm glad everything is fixed. What a pain! Keep cool!
DeleteOh wow this sounds like a great night indeed, how awesome to get to see one of your favorite bands. I think nights like this are good for the sole brings you back to happier or more carefree times. I did not know the lead singer was so controversial.
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Good for the soul, indeed. It was a delight to share all the feelings with the crowd.
DeleteI love this post. 90s kid here lol love all these bands!
ReplyDeleteThat’s great! Hope you are well!
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