Joe Bachman took the stage first accompanied by a guitarist and keyboard player. I'm always excited to see new artists for the first time to see what they can bring to the country format.
Bachman brought a lot of energy to the audience in attendance at the Rodeo Club. It was refreshing to hear his style of music with piano accompaniment. He does not play the piano but his style of music kind of reminds me of Phil Vassar.
He told us a story in the middle of the show that I want to share because it was very important to him. He said he was performing for our US troops in Key West, FL when Bin Laden was captured. He was told to make the announcement at this show and he also had troops watching from Cuba via the internet. Months later he was presented a flag from the troops in Cuba as a thank you gift for announcing that news. He then went into a song that he was asked to write for soldiers with PTSD called "Soldier's Memoir".
Joe then lifted the heavy mood he created with that song by singing a cover of "Chicken Fried" that got the audience in a frenzy. In typical San Jose style the crowd belted every word and shocked Joe with their enthusiasm. He performed his current radio single out now called "Lookatchu" followed by another sing-a-long with "Wagon Wheel". I was very impressed with Joe Bachman and hope to see him again very soon!
Next up was Joe Nichols!
It was quite a treat to see Joe Nichols play a small venue like the Rodeo Club since he's played for thousands more in his time. He played many of his hit songs like "Brokenheartsville", "Sunny and 75" and "She Only Smokes When She Drinks". He also played many songs off his recent album "Crickets" that were very enjoyable.
Joe never ceases to amaze me with his shows. He played a few covers including his countrified version of "Baby Got Back" that I find absolutely hilarious. He did a song called "Footlights" that is on the Merle Haggard tribute album that I also love. Years since his very first hit, Joe's still got it! Hoping his current single "Yeah" makes it to the top of the country charts!
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