Tedeschi Trucks Band

My son has always known that my favorite band of all time is The Allman Brothers. A few years ago the Allman Brothers came to town, and for a Father's Day gift my son took me to the concert. I knew what music to expect, but I didn't expect to hear a young blonde haired kid just blow me away!! That night Derek Trucks became my favorite guitar player. Since that night I have attended every time he plays in our area.
I had also been a big fan of Susan Tedeschi and when I found out that she and Derek were married I knew great things could happen. Sure enough, they each came to town, each with their own bands. Susan's band played first, then Derek's. Afterwards, they teamed up on a few songs and it was awesome! I thought to myself, "Wouldn't it be great if they formed their own band together?"
My dream came true! I have bought their records, but last night was my first chance to see them together as The Tedeschi Trucks Band. When I showed up to the venue the first thing I did was to buy a t-shirt. It might not mean much to anyone else, but the guy who sold me the shirt was Derek Trucks' father. Butch Trucks brother sold me a shirt and I got to talk to him! As someone who has followed The Allman Brothers since the 1960's this was a big deal to me.
From the opening notes last night the band was on point. I love bands with two drummers. I love bands with great horn players. I'm also a huge fan of Mike Mattison and Kofi Burbridge from DTB. Last night's show was as awesome as it gets. Susan's voice seemed especially soulful and her guitar playing was as sharp as ever. The horn section was animated and they played fantastically. Kofi and Mike were great as usual, and I really enjoyed the other singer, whose name I missed. Then there is Derek! I posted to my FB page, "It's always a good night when you are in the presence of greatness!" No matter how many times I see him play in person, and this was my 4th time, I am awed and amazed, and last night was no exception! Evidentially, I am not the only one, because during and after each song the band was receiving standing ovations. People could not stay in their seats. I'm just happy other people also realize when they are in the presence of greatness. If you would like to experience this too, you must go see The Tedeschi Trucks band for yourself!

Tedeschi Trucks Band is an 11 piece band that is full of soulful, bluesy, jazzy rock. Derek Trucks (Allman Brothers Band, Derek Trucks Band, etc.) and Susan Tedeschi are married and have joined forces that have resulted in one of the pure musical magic.

Derek's guitar playing is absolutely phenomenal. He plays with a passion that oozes soul and blues and he is one of the best slide guitar players of all time. His writing and attachments are genius. He is the real deal.

Susan's voice is a raspy gem. She belts out the blues and soul rock with the best of them and she plays a mighty fine guitar herself.

Two drummers bring that Allman Brothers feel and pound out a grey beat. Jodi Burbridge is a gift on the keyboard. His fingers deliver a soulful funky vibe that blends the songs so well. A great bass line along with a 3 piece horn section make this band tight as can be, hit all the notes and moves you like not other band.

Mike Mattison (Derek Trucks Band, Scrapomatic, solo) hangs with his partner in back vocals and helps bring this band to an even higher level. Mike's voice is up there with the best and he delivers. Every song grabs you and takes you with it.

If you like blues, soul, jazz and rock, if you like the Allman Brothers, Warren Haynes, Bobby Blue Bland, Albert King, Freedie King, live jams that are intensely amazing. Foot stomping, dancing tunes and just a blast of a time at alive concert you will love TTB. Can't wait to see the in September 2 more times!

Very hard working band! Nearly 2 hours of non-stop high energy performance. Big Band sound, percussion excellent, amazing guitar riffs - however - I was expecting Susan as a singer and the performance was focused on Derek's, Susan's and other band members instrumental performance. I enjoyed the first couple of long riffs but it quickly became like eating too much of a good desert. As good as they are I almost left. The warm up was Los Lobos also with strong guitars so the evening was too much of excellent performances I wasn't there to experience.

Now Sac Memorial Auditorium. Recently remodeled a fine venue for many events. But if you're there for music the only acceptable seats are center floor. Sides and upper deck experience far too much sound distortion. I walked around [we were side upper deck] and differences were very clear. So be aware of discounted pricing for areas other than the floor.

Doyle Bramhall opened and his band also just killed it. More than a little Jimi in there. He came out to play with TTB and for a minute it was like classic Allman Bros. except with a horn section. The first song they played was ferocious! That band is crazy good. Every horn player took beautiful solos. Keyboard player also played flute. Tedeschi has never sounded better. Some people were a little put off by the intensity of the band at times but with such a monster band like that? Sometimes you have to let the monster out. Derek Trucks ? Don't get me started. Just amazing. From sweet, tender, exotic to screaming hair on fire ferocity. Four and a half hours ( Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings also )and worth every penny.

Self indulgent and disinterested in their audience, this was one of the most disappointing gigs I've seen in a long time.
Never ending solo spots from all 12 musicians onstage, it seemed like a dull rehearsal room jam.
Bands can vary their setlists, but they are usually built on key songs that form the foundation to every show.
TTB don't care what the audience. As Derek Trucks will spend the whole show with his back to the audience, Susan Tedeschi tells the audience they won't be playing Midnight in Harlem as they played it the night before.
I waited years to see this band, and what a let down it was.
Moving up to arenas?
That's going to be painful.
I'll be washing my hair that night.

I've listened to their music a lot recently and was excited to have the chance to see them live here in Germany. Even though I knew that they are a great live band and I had high expectations I was still blown away by their performance. If you want to be surprised and love spontaneity, jamming, improvisation then you must try and go see TTB! I cannot recall ever seeing a more spectacular live performance. And there is actually very little show, it's really all about the music. No dancing, headbanging, spectacular stage set - just 12 incredible musicians having a great time together. Go see them if you have a chance, it's worth your time and money

In the introduction to the concert in Odense they promised us, that TTB would blow us away – and they certainly did from the first number. 12 great musicians – the drummers were excellent – but especially Susan’s beautiful voice, and Derek’s amazing slide guitar made it a great evening. I have never heard or seen anyone play guitar like DT – absolute amazing. TTB performed every number with perfection, great musicality and perfect sound - also the quiet number “Don’t think twice”. It is the best concert I have been to for many years, and I hope that TTB will come back to Denmark soon.

Susan Tedeschi has a very strong and powerful voice and plays guitar well. Derek Trucks has fantastic capability playing lead instrument, with slide guitar being his specialty. The 12 musicians that were presented on stage made a person feel that they were at an inspirational revival, of a sort, with southern rock & roll being its the underlying music accompaniment. Acoustic Air / Pipe and percussion instruments were presented. The flute, saxophone, trumpet, trombone and tambourine added a unique audio / visual dynamic. My son and I attended this concert and most definitely had a good time.

Paid $150 for this concert which was a lot. It was the worst concert have ever been to. My friend and I️ had to leave before it ended.

Love Susan Tedeschi vocal but she hardly sang. It was one long instrumental jam session after another. She had her back up vocals singing and a brass section that frankly did not vibe for me with this type of music . I️ love the blues. Derek was incredible on the guitar but like every song had a long guitar session session.

Most concerts are 70% about the music, lyric song and 30% instrumental. This was the opposite. Wow so dissappinted

Honestly, one of the most musically talented bands I've seen live. Derek Trucks is unbelievable on guitar and adds so much more depth and complexity to the guitar pieces in each song. They played a very subtle version of Midnight in Harlem that was beautiful. Susan Tedeschi's voice might actually be what angels sound like when they sing. The combination of the two is very powerful.

If you're into bands that don't just play their songs but save their best versions for their live shows, this is the band to see.