Not long ago it was announced that The Revivalists would be stopping by my hometown, Augusta, Ga., on their summer tour. A few weeks past after this announcement and then another announcement was made regarding this tour. For this Concerthopper, this announcement was huge! J. Roddy Walston & the Business (JRWATB) was announced as the opening support for five (5) dates on the tour and Augusta would be their first date. If you know me or have read any of my previous articles, JRWATB has been a constant over the years. Even my first article on our newly, redesigned website (pardon me while I add a shameless plug!) was about none other than JRWATB in Athens, Ga. at the 40 Watt Club.

When the band took the stage, I could hear some people who were riding the rail ask who is this? Do you know anything about them? Well needless to say, they all found out quickly what JRWATB was about and I am sure they made a few new fans after their energetic, rocking set. I was pleased that they mixed up the set list with some old and new songs alike. That way people who are not familiar with their music could see how diverse and dynamic their artistry is in full bloom. Follow this link to check out the remaining dates left of JRWATB current United States tour and see if they are coming to a town near you. Want to hear some of JRWATB? Check out their Official Soundcloud page today and see why I am obsessed with this incredible band.

Set List

1. I Don’t Want to Hear it.

2. Marigold

3. Same Days

4. Take it as it Comes

5. Numbers

6. Bad Habits

7. Don’t Break the Needle

8. Brave Man’s Death

9. Used to Did

10. Sweat Shock

11. Heavy Bells

I would to like to give special thanks to Friends with Benefits Productions and Steve Hall Productions for bringing this tour to The Bell Auditorium. Don’t forget to check out our redesigned website over at www.concerthopper.com and tell us what you think! We would love to get some feedback from our readers. ‘Like’ our page on Facebook and follow us on Instagram and stay up to date in 2018 on all music related events/festivals such as: YOB: Returns to Atlanta, Sloss Music & Arts Festival, Glassjaw/Quicksand: Summer Tour 2018, Vans Warped Tour: The Final Run (N.Y. Edition), Slayer: The Final Tour & Muddy Roots Music Festival by following us on all social media formats: Concerthopper on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Also, you can follow my personal concert hopping on Facebook and Instagram for even more photos not available on Concerthopper.com.

Remember don’t think about it, just buy the damn ticket! As always, hope to see you at a show or festival soon!

J. Roddy Walston & the Business: Live at the Bell Auditorium (06/09/2018)