The lineup for the 2010 Molson Canal Concert Series is the musical equivalent of Thanksgiving dinner.
Some of the acts you love, some you hate and others will have to appeal to you when the time comes to get down to business. City of Lockport mayor Michael Tucker has stated publicly that this is the "best year yet," but I have a feeling that not everyone is as smitten with the current crop of musicians. I'll admit that I wasn't sold at first glance, so consider this an opportunity to let the organizers know how you feel.
Is it wrong to complain about a free concert series? Perhaps, but I don't think it's out of line to demand a lineup that doesn't scream of convenience and desperation.
What do you think?
June 25 - Rusted Root - They've become a staple of the outdoor summer concert season and always put on a rousing set of freewheeling jam tunes, but they're what I would call a safe pick.
July 2 - Our Lady Peace - I'm one of the biggest OLP fans around, so I have no problem bringing them back for a second year. As always, get there early and go easy on the liquids.
July 9 - Gretchen Wilson - WNY's growing Country scene will be all over this one
July 16 - Three Dog Night - Without vocalist Chuck Negron, something just feels incomplete.
July 23 - Blues Traveler - You can't go wrong with John Popper and Co. at their best
July 30 - Rik Emmett - He's still a dynamic axeman but, once again, he plays the area every year and offers few surprises.
Aug 6 - Kansas - "Carry On Wayward Son" and "Dust in the Wind" still pack an emotional punch
Aug 13 - Tears For Fears - 1985, sure, but 2010? Really?
Aug 20 - Big Sugar - The Canadian blues-rockers just reunited and, in my opinion, will deliver the finest show of the series.
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