Studly Doright would rather have a root canal without local anesthesia than attend a concert. He isn’t a big music fan and has even less interest in rubbing shoulders with the hoi polloi. I’m the exact opposite, in fact, I’m a proud member of the hoi polloi, and if possible I’d go in search of live music every day. I’m not averse to attending concerts on my own, but they’re so much more fun with a friend.
When I read that the group Train was appearing in Tallahassee I began hinting that I’d like to go. Studly, however, wasn’t taking the bait. I’d about despaired of getting to see Train when one of my Meetup friends posted the concert on the app. With the click of a couple of buttons I’d bought my ticket and was set to go.
Four of us met at the Cascades Park amphitheater on Thursday night to enjoy Train. It seemed the perfect way to celebrate the summer solstice.
I fought off gnats to take that photo above. Next to me is Shavani, then Martha, and Mary Kay.
Although the opening band wasn’t scheduled to play until 8, we’d arrived at 6 p.m. to score a good spot in the grassy general admission area. The temps were in the mid-90’s, a storm was building to the west, and the humidity was intense. We even had to take shelter from lightning for a while. The shelter was an air conditioned bar with cold beer, so it wasn’t much of a hardship.
A local band, Brightside, kicked things off right on time. They were fun and energetic even as they battled heat and gnats. Once the sun dipped low and we all stopped perspiring both problems were solved and the night was perfect for soaking up the music.
Of course, we were there to see Train and they didn’t disappoint.
They played one hit after another and did a couple of covers that were mind-blowing, including Tom Petty’s Free Falling.
My favorite Train song is Drops of Jupiter. They didn’t play it until the encore, but it was worth the wait. I videoed a bit of it, but my camera work wasn’t great. This one is much better:
What a fun evening with friends! I was happy I got to attend and Studly was ecstatic that he didn’t have to. That’s a win-win.
Peace, people!
Praying for Eyebrowz 
I’m so glad you got to see ‘Train’. My other half ignores all my attempts at sublety when it comes to seeing a show or a concert. I’m gonna have to find a Meet Up group myself. Glad you had a great time.
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Such fun, but my back didn’t appreciate sitting on the grass for five hours. Next time I’ll take a stadium seat.
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Sounds and looks like you had a marvellous day!
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It was great fun!
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