April 12, 2024 – The Astro – La Vista, NE
The Astro in La Vista, Nebraska crackled with electrifying blues-rock energy Friday night April 12, 2024, as the legendary Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band took the stage. For fans of Shepherd’s soulful guitar solos and undeniable stage presence, this concert was an unforgettable experience that left the audience in awe.
Shepherd, born Kenny Wayne Brobst in Louisiana, is an American guitarist who has made a significant impact as a blues rock artist. His journey began early, meeting Stevie Ray Vaughan at the age of seven. That encounter ignited a passion for guitar playing that has defined his career. His debut album, Ledbetter Heights, released in 1995 when he was just a teenager, marked a shift in perception. Suddenly, blues guitar was on the radar of rock fans and younger listeners. Shepherd’s ability to channel raw emotion through his instrument is awe-inspiring. His fingers dance effortlessly across the strings, delivering blistering riffs and soulful melodies that resonate deep within every listener.
From the moment the lights dimmed and a purple hue filled the stage, the atmosphere was charged with anticipation. The crowd erupted in thunderous applause as Kenny Wayne Shepherd unleashed the first electrifying notes of the night. His virtuosity on the guitar was nothing short of breathtaking. The audience hung onto every note as Shepherd poured his heart and soul into each song.
The band members, equally talented and dynamic, provided a solid foundation for Shepherd’s guitar prowess. Chris Layton on the drums laid down a relentless groove, Joe Krown on the keyboard added magic, and Noah Hunt’s powerful vocals complemented Shepherd’s guitar wizardry perfectly.
The setlist was a carefully crafted selection of Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band’s greatest hits and fan favorites. Classics like “Deja Voodoo” and “Diamonds & Gold” were met with thunderous applause. Newer tracks from Shepherd’s 2023 album Dirt On My Diamonds, such as “You Can’t Love Me,” showcased the band’s evolving sound and continued musical prowess.
Kenny’s ability to channel raw emotion through his instrument left the audience in awe. The guitar solos were masterfully executed, displaying Shepherd’s technical brilliance and deep understanding of the blues.
This concert was a soul-stirring blend of blues, rock, and sheer musical brilliance. If you ever get the chance to witness this guitar virtuoso live, don’t miss it—these guys put on an amazing show!
Kenny Wayne Shepherd Setlist
- Was
- Dirt on My Diamonds
- Sweet & Low
- Deja Voodoo
- You Done Lost Your Good Thing Now (B.B. King cover)
- Talk to Me Baby (Elmore James cover)
- Heat of the Sun
- You Can’t Love Me
- Ease My Mind
- I Want You
- Diamonds & Gold
- While We Cry
Encore
- Blue on Black
- Voodoo Child (Slight Return) (Jimi Hendrix cover)
