In addition to that weekend, the Kris Bell Band will be playing a number of big shows:  Kingsport, Tennessee, opening for the Pat Travers Band at Conley’s Overlook on July 6, and Arthur, Nebraska, opening for Shooter Jennings at the Sandhills Summer Jam on July 13.  In and around these shows are many others – in Tennessee, Alabama, Missouri, and Nebraska.  The band will be keeping VERY busy in the months to come.

While you’re waiting for the boys to get to your neck of the woods, you can help give the gift of Kris’ music to those listening to Nebraska’s ROCK 100 FM.  Call toll free to 866-535-1007 and request Kris’ tunes!

See you this Summer!

And if that’s not enough, check out this week’s VIDEO OF THE WEEK, posted Tuesday on our Facebook page.  Rock n roll!

Tomorrow night, Kris and the boys will be heading to Kingsport, TN, to rock the Dam Bar at Conley’s Overlook.  Joining them will be special guests Gold Rush and Steve Hayes and The Hurricanes.  Show starts at 9 pm.  Not sure what the cover will be, but I’m sure it will be reasonable

And finally, SATURDAY!  The Kris Bell Band opens for Skinny Molly and the MONSTERS OF SOUTHERN ROCK!  This show will be electric – not only featuring Kris and the boys, but the MOSR also feature former and/or founding members of Lynyrd Skynyrd, the original Blackfoot, and Molly Hatchet!  Gah!  Can’t wait for this one to go down!  It all takes place in Maryville, TN, at The Shed.  Outstanding venue for such an epic lineup!  Tickets are $15.

And if you missed it, Kris did an interview with Artie Kornfeld, the original Woodstock promoter, on The Artie Kornfeld Spirit Show Tuesday night.  It was a fantastic interview and one we’re glad will be archived shortly.  We’ll be sure to include the archive link in next week’s blog, and it will also be added to our links to the right of the page.  Be sure to check it out!

I’m in a little drought for seeing live music currently, so I’ve been looking for new music to listen to.  I got to thinking about why I thought a musician was good or not good.  It’s really all subjective.  I mean, Justin Bieber has sold MILLIONS of CD’s, and yet I really can’t tell why.  But obviously someone loves his music.

For me, there’s a combination of things that attract me to a certain band.  Obviously, when you see a band live, you get a full feel for what they’re like – not just the music, but the full-on presentation of the product.  Energy.  If band members just stand there looking like they’d rather be at home watching Wheel of Fortune, no matter how good they are, I’m not likely to buy the band’s music or seek them out again.  But if a band looks like they’re enjoying themselves, into the music, it draws my attention.

Then comes the music.  I like rock music.  I even like some heavy metal music.  But as soon as the singer starts screaming lyrics, I’m done.  I’ve often said that I’d love heavy metal music if there was a mute button for the lead singer.  Loud guitars, intense rhythms, driving bass lines – all grab my attention.  But I get enough screaming from the voices in my head (haha).  I don’t need screaming from the guy on stage.

So what do you think?  What is it about certain types of music that makes you want more?  Leave your thoughts in the comments section below.

But before you do, let me tell you…

WHAT’S UP with Kris?

Kris has a bunch of gigs coming up.  Most notably are a couple of unique shows.

Take Me Out to the Ball Game…
First is the Nashville Sounds game on April 19.  The Nashville Sounds is the local minor league baseball team, and Kris and the boys will be out rockin’ the crowds before the game begins.  How cool is that!

Rock n Roll Monster…
Second are two shows the band will be playing the first weekend in May with the Monsters of Southern Rock tour.  Kris starts the weekend on 5/3 playing an acoustic show in Gatlinburg at the Hard Rock.  Then he moves on to Kingsport and Maryville, Tennessee, to rock the shows with those Monsters of Southern Rock, featuring founding and former members of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Molly Hatchet and Blackfoot!  That opening weekend in May is not to be missed.  Hope to see you there!

that means that all you Alabama and close to it Kris Bell fans need to head to Birmingham for two great shows this weekend!  Kris is gonna end your March right!

Friday, March 30- THE NICK
Saturday, March 31- WORKPLAY with Brother Cane and Within Reason

And then back to Nashville!

Wednesday, April 4- Mercy Lounge with Jasmine Cain & Goldy Locks

That’s a lot of chances in a short period of time to catch the guys rockin’.  Get to one of these shows if you can. A little Kris Bell American Rock can sure brighten up a week.

Since some of us are still living on our memories of a few Texas shows, here’s a little photo share from Austin:

Remember to check in at Kris’ official site and Facebook page as well as at Rebel Bell’s Facebook page to see what’s up!

Keep rockin’ and “see” ya’ll soon!
Lisa