Rare Earth- Quake on the Lake

60's Motown Rockers, Rare Earth headlined the 2011 Quake on the Lake Saturday. Since BLT and I are walking distance to the Lake, and it was a pleasnt night, we trekked on down to see these Motown legends.

True story, Berry Gordy, owner of Motown, heard a demo tape of Rare Earth and said "You must sign these boys, now". sight unseen, Rare Earth signs with Motown and are recording their first albums days later, when Barry gordy walks in and discovers they are white. imagine his surprize that his "Black Label" no had 7 honkies in studio. Of course the boys in the band proved to be a good hire 18 albums later and a ticket to rock and Roll Hall of Fame waiting.

The band played long, loud and well. The interplay between band mates showed the years of touring had turned them into a well oiled machine. the crowd of approx. 1,200 was very into the scene. Lots of old hippies, Motown fans, and casual fans loved the set list. Hey Big Brother was a 15 minute jam, followed by a 20 minute Born to Wander jam, followed by a 20 minute Get Ready jam. Whew, these boys be a jammin. Alittle I can't Stand Losing you, Celebrate and a little Temptations thrown in , made for an awesome set list. A very fun, well enjoyed night of music.

Weather A
Atmospher B
Crowd B
Lighting C
Staging C
Set List A

Overall B show that was fun and free.