Memphisapolis CD release party

I joined the capacity crowd that stuffed the Eagles Lodge in South Minneapolis last night for the CD Release celebration for “Memphisapolis,” the new disc from Willie, Curt and the boys -- er, boys & girls. Backed by the full horn section from the record and flanked by the singers heard on the disc, Mr. Walker performed two lengthy sets, including new and vintage material. The set list included a number of selections from the new album, including “What’s It Take,” “Sweet,” “My Baby Drives Me Crazy,” and “Cry Cry Cry.”

The performances were amazingly tight and in synch, given that there had been no chance for all the players to rehearse together prior to the show. Copies of the disc were for sale at the show, as Curt’s wife and daughter (Lolly and Lily) did a brisk business at the merchandise table. There was still a large crowd in the room at the final note, with Curtis telling the crowd, “if you want to hear more, buy the disc!” Truly, a fine, fine night.
Tad Selzer

1st set
Instrumental - Gate Walks To Board
Double Eyed Whammy
Kiddio
called up Willie--
What’s It Take?
Can I Change My Mind
Crying To Do
I’ve Been Loving You Too Long
called up ladies--
My Baby Drives Me Crazy
Careless
Real Love
Right Where I Belong
Sweet (The Yeah, Yeah Song)
Thanks for Being There

2nd set
Nothing Can Separate Us
Lovelight
I Don’t Know If I Can Make It Through
Party Down
No Longer For Me
I Ain’t Gonna Cheat On You No More
There Goes My Used To Be
called up ladies--
Exactly Like Me
Let’s Stay Together
I’ll Be Around
The Last Time
Cry, Cry, Cry
Don’t Let The Green Grass Fool You