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Review 1 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 23, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Circle game was just great or having Tom Paxton join Tom on stage. @

Setlist: I wish there was a place to look at the play list. @

Opening act(s): N/A @

Posted 03/25/2013

by Anonymous

Tom Rush was just great and the Birchmere was awsome too.

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 23, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Circle game was just great or having Tom Paxton join Tom on stage. @

Setlist: I wish there was a place to look at the play list. @

Opening act(s): N/A @

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Review 2 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

Excellent show

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 23, 2013 @

Favorite moment: "No Regrets" and "Rockport Sunday." @

Posted 03/25/2013

by Gal255

Location:Washington DC Metropolitian Area

Excellent performance by Tom Rush. He opened and invited Tom Paxton to join him for two or three sets. Tom Paxton did one solo, too. The two old friends enjoyed performing together and the audience enjoyed them as well. Tom Rush's performance was updated and peppy. Tom did several of his newer songs, like "What I know" and "River Song"...as well as "Circle Game" and "Child's Song"... invited everyone to join in on "Oh What A Mighty Storm". At curtain call the crowd wanted more and kept calling out the names of more songs. I, too, would loved to have heard Tom Rush do "What Only An Old Lover Knows" and "East of Eden" and songs from his "Work-In-Progress" tape. Can't get them all into one evening! Tom stayed afterward to talk to fans and sign autographs.

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 23, 2013 @

Favorite moment: "No Regrets" and "Rockport Sunday." @

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Review 3 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

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- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 23, 2013 @

Posted 03/25/2013

by Molete

Tom rush is a 21st century troubadour . He is a master of the American and Canadian folk song book and a brilliant guitarist. He regales the audience with personal stories laced with a razor wit. If there is such a thing as Folk Caberet - this is it. I have waited to see him for 44 years and I was not disappointed!

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 23, 2013 @

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Review 4 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

A masterful performer

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 23, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Train song and knife slider @

Posted 03/25/2013

by Fogey

Location:Washington, DC (Birchmere)

Tom Rush is as captivating as ever. His voice seems even deeper and more resonant now, and his mastery of his various guitars and playing styles never ceases to amaze me. Unlike most musicians, he has a wonderfully droll sense of humor that makes an evening with Tom Rush a sheer delight. Too bad his audience is aging along with him. Younger concert goers would get a lot from his performances if they'd just go to see him.

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 23, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Train song and knife slider @

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Review 5 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

tom rush very approachable an excellant show-

Ponte Vedra Concert Hall @

- Ponte Vedra Beach @

, FL @

- Thu, Jan 10, 2013 @

Favorite moment: had a chance to talk with tom @

Opening act(s): bob patterson played 12 string, and had a great actt @

Posted 01/13/2013

by aprilgirl1951

Location:jacksonville fl

Tom was warmed up by Bob Patterson, who reallyis a true florida musician in the Linage of Gamble Rogers.
Tom 's performance was very good, saddly it was over too soon.I could have listened to him for hours..

Ponte Vedra Concert Hall @

- Ponte Vedra Beach @

, FL @

- Thu, Jan 10, 2013 @

Favorite moment: had a chance to talk with tom @

Opening act(s): bob patterson played 12 string, and had a great actt @

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Review 6 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

First Timer - Loved him!

Ponte Vedra Concert Hall @

- Ponte Vedra Beach @

, FL @

- Thu, Jan 10, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Liked it all @

Setlist: Would love to have seen him do "One Good Man" but I liked all the performance. @

Opening act(s): Clever, humorous and loved all the Florida Songs. @

Posted 01/12/2013

by Queenone

Location:Palm Coast, Fl

Such a charming personality...and good looking, too! I heard a song by Tom Rush on the radio (One Good Man) and had to check him out. I was lucky enough to find a concert near me and grabbed up the tickets. I would definately recommend him. A very talented singer, song writer and guitar genius.

He should play at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival!

Ponte Vedra Concert Hall @

- Ponte Vedra Beach @

, FL @

- Thu, Jan 10, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Liked it all @

Setlist: Would love to have seen him do "One Good Man" but I liked all the performance. @

Opening act(s): Clever, humorous and loved all the Florida Songs. @

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Review 7 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

A wonderful evening!

Ponte Vedra Concert Hall @

- Ponte Vedra Beach @

, FL @

- Thu, Jan 10, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Meeting Tom during the intermission @

Opening act(s): Bob Patterson, who played an excellent set! Great opener! @

Posted 01/12/2013

by tfelg

Location:Jacksonville

Tom Rush, at 71 years of age, shows no sign of slowing down. His voice is as good as ever and his guitar skills remain enviable. The sets included a nice mix of old and new material, with Tom's humorous quips and stories generously included. He graciously mixed with his fans, signed CD's and posed for pictures during the intermission. I will fondly remember the Evening with Tom Rush.

Ponte Vedra Concert Hall @

- Ponte Vedra Beach @

, FL @

- Thu, Jan 10, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Meeting Tom during the intermission @

Opening act(s): Bob Patterson, who played an excellent set! Great opener! @

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Review 8 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

Tom Rush

Ponte Vedra Concert Hall @

- Ponte Vedra Beach @

, FL @

- Thu, Jan 10, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Tom signing my CD @

Posted 01/12/2013

by N739PA

Location:Orange Park, Fl

Excellent performance. Nice small area for all to sit and enjoy the show. There were no bad seats so everyone enjoyed the performance.

Ponte Vedra Concert Hall @

- Ponte Vedra Beach @

, FL @

- Thu, Jan 10, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Tom signing my CD @

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Review 9 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

Tom Rush still has it!

Ponte Vedra Concert Hall @

- Ponte Vedra Beach @

, FL @

- Thu, Jan 10, 2013 @

Posted 01/12/2013

by RC44

Location:St. Augustine

Tom Rush's skill as a songwriter, guitarist, and singer are outstanding, and he hasn't lost his skills. The question is why isn't he more of a household name. Perhaps because he doesn't try to create an image but just relates to the audience. But you don't have to be a diehard fan like me to appreciate his songs, his wit, and his warmth. Don't miss him if you have a chance.

Ponte Vedra Concert Hall @

- Ponte Vedra Beach @

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- Thu, Jan 10, 2013 @

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Review 10 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

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- Thu, Jan 10, 2013 @

Posted 01/12/2013

by Anonymous

Awsome venue. Great concert. Acustics were amazing.

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- Ponte Vedra Beach @

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- Thu, Jan 10, 2013 @

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Review 11 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

Tom Rush - great show, except for one little thing

Aladdin Theater @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 9, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The knife guitar bit. @

Posted 10/12/2012

by Klaatu1954

Location:Salem, OR

Most enjoyable. My only complaint was the periodic bright lights pointed into the eyes of the audience. Not sure what the point of that was. I'd think that with one guy on the stage who stayed in the same spot, the lights could have left alone.

Aladdin Theater @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 9, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The knife guitar bit. @

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Review 12 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

tom was better than ever!

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Too many @

Posted 03/26/2012

by Arushrusher

I've seen Tom five times, going back to the Main Point in PhillyIn 1968; the first is always special, but this time was the most fun. Tom Always showed flashes of humor, but this time he not only looked like Mark Twain, he matched his wit with his comments befor, during and after his upbeat selections. I had more fun at this concert than the other four. As usual, his playing was wonderful and especially on his Galveston Flood encore. Wild. Ive always loved his open tuning and his work on "No Regrets" showed he has lost none of his technique. Lastly, his beautiful rendition of "The Child's Song" came close to moving me to tears. Amen, it was a great night. Come back soon. I,ll be there.

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Too many @

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Review 13 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

Tom Rush at the Birchmere

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: For "old folks", it had to be his "Old Blevins" . . . blah blah blah blah blah. @

Opening act(s): None. @

Posted 03/26/2012

by JimTom

Location:Culpeper, VA

Totally brilliant! Have been following Tom since stationed in Massachusetts in the early 60's. He only gets better with age. If you want to get away from the idiocy that is becoming life in these United States these days and just relax and enjoy . . . go see Tom Rush!

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: For "old folks", it had to be his "Old Blevins" . . . blah blah blah blah blah. @

Opening act(s): None. @

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Review 14 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

Tom Rush at the Birchmere

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Meeting him after the show. Nice man. @

Posted 03/26/2012

by rh0nda

It was a great show. Tom Rush is a very talented guy. Laughed, cried, sang. And...oh too bad he's married. One of those guys who looks better with age!

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Meeting him after the show. Nice man. @

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Review 15 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

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Posted 03/26/2012

by melvinamm

Location:Washington, DC

You can tell a lot of work goes into making his performance seem casual, spontaneous and relaxed. His guitar playing improves every year and his voice has not lost a bit. In an era when comedians seem to go primarily for smut and shock, it is nice to hear someone who is truly funny without going for the lowest forms of humor.
After the show Mr. Rush was autographing CDs and DVDs and gave off the same warm, friendly and genuinely engaged persona he projects on stage.
His shows are as delightful now as they were in the 60's and 70's when he would perform at big weekends at my college.

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- Sat, Mar 24, 2012 @

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Review 16 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

Tom Rush was Superb!!

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The appearance of Tom Paxton performing with Rush. But his River Song and his rendition of These Days were close. @

Posted 03/26/2012

by Saiph

A very engaging performer that is as current now as he was when I first heard him on Boston's WBZ radio in the mid 60's. Even after 50 years, his fabulous guitarmanship and vocals were captivating. Rush has strong rapport with the packed audience, weaving stories into his performance after every song. And what a suprise to have Tom Paxton come out and do a song with him, and then two vocals on his own. Wow!!

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The appearance of Tom Paxton performing with Rush. But his River Song and his rendition of These Days were close. @

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Review 17 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

Tom Rush puts on a great show.

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Tom makes a point to mingle with the audience after the show, a very nice touch that makes me fell like he really does appreciate his fans. @

Opening act(s): None, but Tom Paxton, another musician, showed up unexpectedly and added his talents to the evening, mid-show. @

Posted 03/26/2012

by Judithad

Location:Arlington, VA

The Birchmere is always fun, and Tom Rush is so much more than a talented musician; his humor and timing with the banter and stories makes for a truly fun evening.

On the downside, the Birchmere menu has changed, prices have increased, and some things removed that I liked. They used to have large pitchers of free water on each table and now only sell bottled water for $2.00.

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Tom makes a point to mingle with the audience after the show, a very nice touch that makes me fell like he really does appreciate his fans. @

Opening act(s): None, but Tom Paxton, another musician, showed up unexpectedly and added his talents to the evening, mid-show. @

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Review 18 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

The best ever -- a national treasure this man.

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: His second encore where he "knifed the guitar" and did Mighty Storm -- haven't hear that in years!!!! Very powerful in these "stormy times." @

Setlist: Best ever!! @

Posted 03/26/2012

by DCMaid

Location:Washington DC

Incredibly strong and moving vocals and guitar never ceases to amaze. I bring new people every year and the result is always new converts. He's becoming even a more amazing story teller which of course he's always been. Smithsonian -- it's time to bring him back. No finer folk blues singer on the planet in my book.

Birchmere @

- Alexandria @

, VA @

- Sat, Mar 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: His second encore where he "knifed the guitar" and did Mighty Storm -- haven't hear that in years!!!! Very powerful in these "stormy times." @

Setlist: Best ever!! @

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Review 19 for Tom Rush

5 / 5

Tom Rush--still has the creative energy

The Ark @

- Ann Arbor @

, MI @

- Sun, Jul 10, 2011 @

Favorite moment: Closing number when he "knifed" his guitar. @

Setlist: Included "No Regrets" and his new children's song (which was quite comical). @

Opening act(s): none--(didn't need any) @

Posted 07/18/2011

by Lefthanded

Location:Lansing

Seeing Tom Rush in person was like going to Comedy Central AND hearing your favorite folk singer. His banter with the audience was priceless--he is truly a very funny guy when he wants to be. But his music was still very poignant, and as a musician (there was no band or other backup) he is superb on the acoustic guitar--a great solo artist. Amazing that his age doesn't show in his voice, like it does for some of his peers. Plus the variety of his songs made everything seem fresh--a great mix of old and new.

The Ark @

- Ann Arbor @

, MI @

- Sun, Jul 10, 2011 @

Favorite moment: Closing number when he "knifed" his guitar. @

Setlist: Included "No Regrets" and his new children's song (which was quite comical). @

Opening act(s): none--(didn't need any) @

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Review 20 for Tom Rush

4 / 5

still splendid

The Ark @

- Ann Arbor @

, MI @

- 07/10/2011 @

Favorite moment: Tom's lovely reading of No Regrets @

Posted 07/12/2011

by NewBrunette

Location:OH

I've loved Tom Rush's work for almost 40 years. If you know any interpreter of singer-songwriter ballads who's been as good as he for half as long, please let me know. Oddly enough, this was my first Tom Rush concert -- I've heard he WAS in town all too often over the years, a day or a week or a month too late. Never mind.

If you enjoy acoustic music at all, I highly recommend Tom Rush any time you can get to one of his shows. He does a fine mix of old favorites and newer material, he's quite funny, and still sings and plays splendidly.

The Ark @

- Ann Arbor @

, MI @

- 07/10/2011 @

Favorite moment: Tom's lovely reading of No Regrets @

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