Wishbone Ash, Chicago Illinois

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Well, actually, the venue was Fitzgerald's Pub in Berwyn, Illinois!  Close enough!  Very pleasant setting to wash down a pint of stout or three whilst listening to the boys from Torquay (originally, anyway!)
Wishbone Ash is anchored by original guitarist Andy Powell, who was in fine form!  Other members include guitarist Jyrki "Muddy" Manninen, who replaced fellow Finn Ben Granfelt in 
November 2004.  With Muddy, 
Wishbone Ash regained a slide guitarist & he used it to VERY nice effect!  

The drummer's chair was held down by Joe Crabtree, Wishbone Ash’s new drummer, having replaced Ray Weston in March 2007.

Finally, Bob Skeat held court on Music Man bass.  He was excellent & really channelled original bassist Martin Turner. 

The house was packed, with an appreciative (if somewhat grey) audience!!  Clearly, these were fans who have followed the band as long as I have (since Argus, of course!).  

Speaking of Argus, the set was very much drawn from that classic LP.  Also, their set list is very similar to set lists posted by others seeing the shows on this tour.  Songs included:
The King Will Come
Warrior
Can't Go It Alone
Open Road
Lady Jay
Keeper of the Light
Sometime World
Warm Tears
Faith, Hope and Love
The Pilgrim
Reason To Believe
Invisible Thread
Here's a bit of concert video for you to enjoy!  If you can see this tour, please do so, you won't be disappointed!  

Edited by cstack3 - May 05 2012 at 17:31

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cstack3 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member VIP Member Joined: July 20 2009 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Status: Offline Points: 7333	Topic: Wishbone Ash, Chicago Illinois Posted: May 05 2012 at 17:30
	Well, actually, the venue was Fitzgerald's Pub in Berwyn, Illinois! Close enough! Very pleasant setting to wash down a pint of stout or three whilst listening to the boys from Torquay (originally, anyway!) Wishbone Ash is anchored by original guitarist Andy Powell, who was in fine form! Other members include guitarist Jyrki "Muddy" Manninen, who replaced fellow Finn Ben Granfelt in November 2004. With Muddy, Wishbone Ash regained a slide guitarist & he used it to VERY nice effect! The drummer's chair was held down by Joe Crabtree, Wishbone Ash’s new drummer, having replaced Ray Weston in March 2007. Finally, Bob Skeat held court on Music Man bass. He was excellent & really channelled original bassist Martin Turner. The house was packed, with an appreciative (if somewhat grey) audience!! Clearly, these were fans who have followed the band as long as I have (since Argus, of course!). Speaking of Argus, the set was very much drawn from that classic LP. Also, their set list is very similar to set lists posted by others seeing the shows on this tour. Songs included: The King Will Come Warrior Can't Go It Alone Open Road Lady Jay Keeper of the Light Sometime World Warm Tears Faith, Hope and Love The Pilgrim Reason To Believe Invisible Thread Here's a bit of concert video for you to enjoy! If you can see this tour, please do so, you won't be disappointed! Edited by cstack3 - May 05 2012 at 17:31

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	Sounds like a fine night out.