For us music scribes, its tough to pick the best concert of the year from an array of fine shows that passed through town. Yes, even in the Queen City, there are many kickass shows every year. But the best show during this past year, hands down, was the return of the legendary LA punk/roots band X. The original members John Doe, Exene Cervenka, D.J. Bonebrake and the inimitable rockabilly-influenced guitarist Billy Zoom showed how a quartet of 50-somethings can rock your socks. The good news is theyre coming back August 23 at the same venue. Dont be caught sittin at home scratching your butt while watching Friends reruns this time around.
Beyoncé's Mrs. Carter Show World Tour
| Oct 2, 2013
ColdPlay @ Time Warner Cable Arena
| Oct 3, 2012
PRINCE
| Aug 16, 2011
AVETT BROTHERS AT BOJANGLES COLISEUM
| Aug 3, 2010
Black Eyed Peas at Time Warner Cable Arena
| Aug 3, 2010
Get Out and Vote @ Amos Southend
| Jul 28, 2009
Nine Inch Nails / Janes Addiction at Verizon
| Jul 28, 2009
Kenny Chesney
| Jul 25, 2007
Avett Brothers New Years Eve Gig
| Jul 25, 2007
Tom Petty @ Verizon
| Jul 19, 2006
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