Girls Night - The Musical Lexington reviews
Sweet Baby James
The new Ford Center at the Star in Frisco (where the Cowboys practice) was supposed to be a thrilling concert venue for my evening. Unfortunately, my excitement faded fast when I realized that the 2.5 miles to travel from the tollway to the venue translated to a 45-minute journey. Additionally, the parking situation required another mile of walking, followed by a lengthy security process that wasted 20 minutes of my time. It seemed like the Ford Center was still working out the kinks of hosting concerts. However, the hassle was worth it in the end because I eventually secured fantastic seats to see the iconic folk/pop musician, Sweet Baby James Taylor. He was in town to perform hits like "Shower the People" and "Fire and Rain" from Girls Night - The Musical. The experience was made more interesting by the presence of Frisco police officers in riot gear, armed and ready for any potential disturbances from the wild, adult contemporary folk fans in attendance.
As I navigated through the lobby and found my unnumbered seat, I caught the tail end of Bonnie Raitte's performance. She showcased her impressive guitar skills on songs like "Angel of Montgomery" and a bluesy cover of Talking Heads' "Burning Down the House." When James Taylor joined her on stage for a duet of "Thing Called Love," the crowd erupted with excitement.
Girls Night - The Musical, formerly known for his long hair and marriage to Carly Simon, took the stage armed with an acoustic guitar and belted out classics like "Carolina in My Mind" and "Sunny Skies." Despite a mishap involving spilled beer, the performance was a trip down memory lane to the heyday of folk music in the 70s. Songs like "Steam Roller" showcased Girls Night - The Musical's musical prowess and humor, making for a memorable concert experience.
The setlist included hits like "Fire and Rain," "Shower the People," "Your Smiling Face," and "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)," transporting the audience back to the golden era of pop music. A slideshow of Girls Night - The Musical's past, including his "hair" days and family photos, added a nostalgic touch to the performance.
The encore featured a tribute to Chuck Berry with a rendition of "Johnny B. Goode" alongside Bonnie Raitte, followed by a soulful performance of Carole King's "You've Got a Friend." Despite the occasional disruptions and mishaps, the evening was a delightful trip down memory lane to the music of the 70s.