August 18, 2024 | Stern Grove Festival
by Dave Golden
The 87th season of the Stern Grove Festival continues with a performance by Lucinda Williams. The show was a journey through Williams’ career, showcasing her signature blend of blues, rock, and country. Opening with “Righteously” from the 2003 World Without Tears, followed by “Rock n Roll Heart” from her 2023 album Stories from a Rock n Roll Heart. The set also included “Stolen Moments”’ her tribute Tom Petty. The encore, “Rockin’ in the Free World,” filled Stern Grove with energy as the crowd sang along, their voices echoing through the trees.
Singer/Songwriter Jobi Riccio opened the show performing songs from her recently released album Whiplash. Born and raised in Morrison, Colorado, she merges traditional and modern influences drawing inspiration from artists like Sheryl Crow, Joni Mitchell, and of course Lucinda Williams.
Leave a reply