Fans in Bristow, VA were in for a wild ride as Brantley Gilbert and Nickelback joined forces for a one-of-a-kind concert as country met rock at Jiffy Lube Live amphitheater Saturday night. These two powerhouse acts brought their distinctive styles to the stage, resulting in a night that showcased the versatility of rock-infused country and hard rock.
Kicking off the evening was rising country artist Josh Ross. His soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics immediately captivated the audience. Ross’s performance was a delightful surprise, and his unique sound resonated with the crowd. His soulful voice and impressive guitar skills left a lasting impression, making him an artist to watch. The opening set contained Ross’s singles, “First Taste of Gone,” “Trouble,” and closed out with “On A Different Night.” The country artist even included a cover of The Goo Goo Dolls’ hit “Iris.”
Josh Ross Setlist:
Tall Boys
Before I Loved You
Red Flags
First Taste of Gone
Iris (The Goo Goo Dolls cover)
Ain’t Doin’ Jack
Trouble
On A Different Night
Brantley Gilbert followed Josh Ross, and the transition from country to rock was seamless. Gilbert, known for his blend of country and rock, started with a bang, opening his set with “Kick It in the Sticks.” This high-energy start set the tone for his performance. His set was a high-octane rollercoaster that had the audience on their feet from the get-go. Highlights from Gilbert’s set included emotional renditions of “You Don’t Know Her Like I Do” and “One Hell of an Amen,” which showcased his storytelling prowess. The arena erupted during the infectious “Bottoms Up,” and Gilbert’s heartfelt connection with his fans was evident as he shared personal anecdotes and interacted with the crowd. The night’s set was a good mix of Gilbert’s six studio albums, and included the cover of Colt Ford’s “Dirt Road Anthem,” and the classic Hank Williams, Jr. cover of “A Country Boy Can Survive.”
Brantley Gilbert Setlist:
Kick It in the Sticks
The Weekend
My Kinda Party
Dirt Road Anthem (Colt Ford cover)
You Don’t Know Her Like I Do
Bury Me Upside Down
Small Town Throwdown
Son of the Dirty South
A Country Boy Can Survive (Hank Williams, Jr. cover)
Country Must Be Country Wide
One Hell of an Amen
Bottoms Up
Blind / Whatever / Shine
Take It Outside
Read Me My Rights
After Gilbert’s electrifying performance, Nickelback took the stage with their signature rock sound. The transition between the two acts was seamless, and the audience’s excitement continued to build. Nickelback are touring in support of their first album in five years, Get Rollin’ which was released back in November. The Canadian rockers started with “San Quentin,” and the crowd instantly recognized Chad Kroeger’s distinctive vocals. Nickelback’s set was a hit parade of their chart-topping hits, including “How You Remind Me,” “Rockstar,” and “Someday.” Nickelback’s larger-than-life stage production was impressive, featuring elaborate lighting, pyrotechnics, and a massive LED screen backdrop that added a visually stunning dimension to their performance and elevated the concert experience to a whole new level. Prior to the band getting into “Far Away” vocalist Chad Kroeger did his best Elvis impersonation as he sung happy birthday to a lucky fan. Another highlight of the night was both Josh Ross and Brantley Gilbert joining Nickelback on stage for the cover of Steve Earl’s “Copperhead Road.”
Gilbert’s heartfelt country-rock and Nickelback’s high-energy rock anthems blended seamlessly, creating a night of pure musical magic. If you ever get the chance to see this unlikely pairing in concert, don’t hesitate. It’s a testament to the unifying power of music and a night you won’t soon forget. If you had any doubts about the fusion of country and rock, this concert would have erased them. It was a concert that proved that great music knows no boundaries, and it will be remembered by fans of all three artists for years to come.
Nickelback Setlist:
San Quentin
Savin’ Me
Happy Birthday to You (For a 21 year-old girl, sung Elvis-style)
Far Away
Interlude
Animals
Someday
Worthy to Say
Figured You Out
Hero (Chad Kroeger feat. Josey Scott cover)
Copperhead Road (Steve Earle cover) (with Brantley Gilbert) (also with Josh Ross)
This Afternoon (Tour debut)
Photograph
Rockstar (Song with fan from audience who happened to be selected to sing six years ago in PA)
Those Days
How You Remind Me
Encore:
Gotta Be Somebody
Burn It to the Ground
GET ROLLIN’ 2023 TOUR DATES:
Mon Jun 12 – Quebec City, QC – Videotron Centre
Wed Jun 14 – Montreal, QC – Bell Centre
Fri Jun 16 – Grand Rapids, MI – Van Andel Arena
Fri Jun 17 – Bloomington, IL – Tailgate N’ Tall Boys ^
Tue Jun 20 – Winnipeg, MB – Canada Life Centre
Thu Jun 22 – Saskatoon, SK – SaskTel Centre
Sat Jun 24 – Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place
Sun Jun 25 – Calgary, AB – Scotiabank Saddledome
Wed Jun 28 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena
Fri Jun 30 – Auburn, WA – White River Amphitheatre
Sat Jul 01 – Ridgefield, WA – RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater
Thu Jul 06 – Salt Lake City, UT – USANA Amphitheatre
Sat Jul 08 – Wheatland, CA – Toyota Amphitheatre
Sun Jul 09 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre
Wed Jul 12 – Phoenix, AZ – Footprint Center
Fri Jul 14 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum
Sat Jul 15 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena
Tue Jul 18 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
Thu Jul 20 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP
Sat Jul 22 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavillion
Sun Jul 23 – The Woodlands, TX – Cynthia Woods Mitchel Pavilion
Sat Jul 29 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
Sun Jul 30 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheater
Tue Aug 01 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena
Thu Aug 03 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
Sat Aug 05 – Milwaukee, WI – American Family Insurance Amphitheater
Mon Aug 07 – St. Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center
Wed Aug 09 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center
Fri Aug 11 – Oro-Medonte, ON – Boots and Hearts Festival ^
Sun Aug 13 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theater
Wed Aug 16 – Darien Center, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheater
Fri Aug 18 – Tinley Park, IL – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
Sat Aug 19 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center
Tue Aug 22 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center
Thu Aug 24 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater
Sat Aug 26 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live
Sun Aug 27 – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium
Wed Aug 30 – Belmont Park, NY – UBS Arena
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