3RD AND LINDSLEY
NASHVILLE, TN
FEBRUARY 20TH, 2022
The day that I learned of Goodbye June’s album release concert, I knew without a shadow of a doubt that I needed to be there. For the past couple of years, they’ve been on my radar and I've been dying to hear them play live. You know me, wherever rock n’ roll and good times are… That’s where I desire to be.
The night finally arrived and I walked through the 3rd and Lindsley doors ecstatic and open to whatever the Universe had in store for me. I always say that music has a beautiful way of reuniting people who haven't seen each other in ages. 98.9% of the time it’s when you least expect it. I’m incredibly blessed to have a great deal of music-loving friends all across the globe. Kindred spirits who choose the road and follow the music whenever it calls their name. Many of them I don’t get to see very often. However, that night I reunited with a handful of music pals as soon as I walked through the door. Immediately, 3rd and Lindsley felt like home. After a few minutes of catching up with familiar faces, we were led backstage for a private acoustic session/meet and greet with Goodbye June.
It was an intimate gathering of people who were all there for the same reason, to indulge in some rad music. Goodbye June walked through the door and we all gave them a warm welcome as they headed onto the stage. Now, there’s nothing I love more than a stripped-down acoustic session. Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely foam at the mouth for all of the lights, the thunderous bass you can feel in your chest, pounding drums, the whole nine yards. However, there’s something undeniably special about moments where there are no distractions. Where you can purely tap into the music. Goodbye June already had me floored as the band kicked off their mini set with Three Chords. I was swaying from left to right on the couch and stomping my feet like a madwoman. I didn’t want to make a spectacle of myself during the acoustic session since everyone had chill energy and was laser-focused on the performance. However, the feminine urge to bust out the worm and do a cartwheel was prominent(maybe next time).
After the set, we all had the opportunity to take pictures and chat with the band for a while. My best friend and I went up together to greet them, congratulate them on their new record and hype them up for the show. Let me tell you, they’re some of the kindest and most down-to-earth people on this planet. It was an absolute pleasure to connect with them. Truthfully, it felt like reuniting with pals you haven’t seen in a long time.
After the VIP session, doors opened and little by little the venue began to fill up from top to bottom. The high energy was booming and you could feel the anticipation bubbling up throughout 3rd And Lindsley. The night started off on the right foot with Jacob Thomas Jr. making his way to the stage. Prior to that night, I hadn’t listened to Jacob’s discography. I thought, “hmm.. maybe I'll wait to hear him sing in person. I want it to be a surprise.” I can now say confidently that I left the venue later that night as a brand new fan of his. Jacob delivered a phenomenal set that was alluring, raw, and powerful. He’s an authentic storyteller and an astonishing musician all around. I thoroughly enjoyed his set, and I’m anticipating the day I get to hear him play live once more.
Once the clock struck 9 pm, the rock n’ roll extravaganza commenced. The moment Goodbye June walked onto the main stage, they (metaphorically) set it on fire with their passion. The opening riff of Step Aside began, and Landon welcomed the crowd:
“IT'S SO GOOD TO SEE YOU ALL OUT HERE TONIGHT!”
Within a matter of seconds, Landon’s voice traveled throughout the room and shook the entire house. It’s one thing to listen to a Goodbye June record from the comfort of your own car or home. Pretty much having your own mini-concert. I've spent numerous nights headbanging and dancing around my room to their songs. Finally being able to be present and in the moment with them felt like a tremendous gift.
I have to mention Brandon and Tyler because they are unbelievably stellar musicians. I was captivated by how attuned they are to their craft. One thing I know for sure, they made their presence known and they understood the assignment. They held nothing back and gave it their everything. No fluff, no half-ass playing, strictly ROCK N’ ROLL magic that’ll make your head spin. They were shredding for all of the rock n’ roll gods, and you could see how much they genuinely love what they do. Their zeal was shining through and grasping the attention of every person in their vicinity. The howls that came out of Landon were otherworldly. His vocals left my jaw permanently detached on the floor the entire time. That man oozes rock n’ roll. You can see it in the way he carries himself on stage and how he himself becomes one with music. You look at him and just know that it flows through his bloodstream.
Throughout the entire night, I couldn’t help but be entranced by the entire set. Raising my hands like I was at a church service, stomping on the ground, clapping, drumming on the wooden railing in front of me, singing along, etc. Goodbye June put on a show that surely did not disappoint. If you’re yearning for some live music that’ll transport you back in time to the golden age of Rock, do yourself a favor and check out a Goodbye June show.
Rock N’ Roll is alive and well, and Goodbye June is a wonderful reminder of that.
Let the good times roll,
The Velvet Honey.