The Judds

I was ecstatic to see Wynonna in her journey to heal. Her queen of everything would be so proud as she always was. I was a little shaken over Wynonna getting dizzy on stage but in true Wynonna fashion she kept on. I feel like she was having a hard day. Loved Wy and the others that sang with her.

This show was touching at times. It was a celebration of life for Naomi as well as a glimpse into Winona's musical journey. It also wasn't rushed. We were there for almost 3 hours. I can't say enough about the perfection of Winona's singing. She's flawless! She has always been great and still is. ❤️

The Judds (Wynonna, Martina McBride with Tanya Tucker) 2/16/23 “It was a girl’s night out, one that even the boys could enjoy at The Well in Greenville South Carolina. Thursday evening marked the 10th show of the 2nd or 2023rd leg of what was billed as ‘The Final Tour’ of The Judds. When Wynonna stated that she’d honor the initial 10 date commitment of the tour in 2022 (announced on April 1st prior to her mother’s untimely passing), I honestly wasn’t sure what she’d be able to give. It was to have been Naomi and Wynonna’s first tour in a decade. Frankly when the second leg was announced I avoided my ticket purchase curious to see which special guests would be penciled in for the South Carolina date. My reasoning was primarily due to my seeing Wynonna twice in the last 4 1/2 years, as recently as 7/3/21, each time in a small venue (436 and 637 seat theaters respectively). Things changed however with the announcement of support from Tanya Tucker (my first time ever seeing her) and a $22 ‘One Country Promo’ floor seat! Mind you Wynonna really ‘brought it’ both times I had seen her but I entered the venue this evening with some reservation due to the nature of the show. Those reservations were soon shattered and my skepticism proved completely unfounded. The 16,000 seat arena had most of the upper bowl sides curtained off leaving only the best views available for the 7,000 or so fans that were lucky enough to have exhibited the faith to purchase tickets. Spotting some friends on the floor closer than me with an empty seat adjacent I took the opportunity to upgrade myself, thanks Rick, Kelli, Pam, Gina & Randy! At precisely the scheduled start time ‘Very Special Guest’ Martina McBride took the stage. It was my 3rd time seeing Martina, the first being in 2015 at the top of her vocal game, the second in 2021 with Blake Shelton. In complete transparency, the 2021 performance was not good, and it wasn’t just my say so, her pitch was off and she kept playing with her ear monitors. I honestly felt so bad for her. Needless to say I went into the set with much trepidation. This time around the 56 year old (already warmed up from earlier tour dates) stepped up her game and performed well. The 50 minute / 11 song set beginning with ‘My Baby Loves Me’ included most all the hits excluding ‘Concrete Angel’ and ‘Safe In The Arms Of Love’. McBride addressed the audience, ‘I fell like one of our jobs tonight is to love and support Wynonna and one of the ways we can do that is to have a damn good time!’ Moving through ‘Wild Angels’ and ‘Blessed’ she substituted her own ‘I’m Gonna Love You Through It’ exchanging out ‘You Ain’t Woman Enough’, the 1966 Loretta Lynn classic she had been performing previously on the tour. Next there was ‘Love’s The Only House’, ‘This One’s For The Girls’, and a rendering of ‘A Broken Wing’ which was so powerfully performed that any vocal challenges prior to were completely lost and forgotten. She showed her appreciation to the fully roused audience, ‘I gotta say, I hate to call besties but I’m just saying’, and to the seven person band which had remained mostly in the background up to that point, the spotlight majorly positioned on her alone. ‘By the way, how ‘bout a hand for this fabulous band I have with me.’ At last came ‘Independence Day’ which after struggling through the first chorus she extended the microphone to the audience for assistance on the second. Everything rounded out as an all-in-all solid performance! After a half hour intermission the second half commenced with a 1.23 hour / 18 song set from Wynonna and Company beginning with ‘Had A Dream’ in a backdrop of stars and smoke. The stage set had a retro feel to it that I would imagine an 80’s concert would have had (prior to my days of discovering country music). There were warmly lit hanging light bars extending out from the stage with the classic Judds logo on the left and right side screens. Wynonna’s famous white guitar and a pedal steel added to the atmosphere. On the floor we couldn’t see it but there was a projected image of an acoustic guitar top on the stage floor that was visible from time to time on the side screens. Her eight person band which included her husband/drummer Cactus Moser were super-tight the entire performance. The evening itself was creatively broken up into segments and not just your typical average concert set. Moving into ‘Give A Little Love’ Wynonna addressed the audience ’Is this really happening. Oh my goodness look at you, I’m so glad to be here in South Carolina.’ Early in the set (third song) she brought out the ladies for ‘Girl’s Night Out’, ‘Well ladies and gentlemen, Martina McBride and Tanya Tucker’. Next up was ‘Rockin With The Rhythm Of The Rain’. Here is where The Texas Tornado Miss Tanya Tucker took charge, you’d never know the two of them had not played together live prior to the evening. Sixty-four year old Tanya dressed in a Judds shirt with huge blinged sunglasses walked across the stage and handed Martina a pair, Wynonna in wonderment pondering, ‘She was so nervous at soundcheck.’ Next the duo performed ‘Love Is Alive’, ‘I can’t believe she’s (Tanya) here to sing harmonies, what a blessing this is.’ TT replied, ‘It’s an honor.’ ‘Wynonna assuring us, ‘You learn who your true friends are when you’re going through a tough time. She’s (Tanya) blinged out tonight more so than me but okay.’ Tanya in reply, ‘Hey, I did this myself I blinged The Judds, sure did’. One would swear the interaction was all pre-planned they both worked and sung so well together. At the line in the song, ‘Here by me’ Wynonna extended her hand and grabbed Tanya’s. Tanya slid over close and kissed Wynonna’s hand. Wynonna finished the song line ‘yes indeed’! Mid-set a curtain came down illuminated all in red for a scaled down set featuring guitar, mandolin (played by Cactus), upright bass, and dobro on ‘Guardian Angel’, ‘Flies On The Butter’, and ‘Young Love’ (with the addition of pedal steel). Curtain up and Tanya joined in again for ‘Born To Be Blue’, Wynonna turning to Tanya addressing again her apparent nervousness at soundcheck, ‘You been faking all day!’ Other songs included, ‘Tell Me Why’, ‘Turn It Loose’, ‘She Is His Only Need’ and ’No One Else On Earth’. Of note, the set list was scaled back from earlier dates which featured up to twenty-four songs possibly due to her dizzy spell last week in Dayton or it could have been just the change in special guest appearances. The regular set ended with a truly moving ‘Love Can Build A Bridge’. With her hand extended Wynonna led a sentiment of prayer and acknowledgement of gratitude. ‘Thank You Lord again for healing me today and all the days of my life so that I can be with my family of choice, my fans. I’m so grateful that I didn’t cancel. I’m so grateful that you’re here and that I’m here and yes there’s always hope. You just got to show up and show out!’ The song featured a video backdrop showcasing a half screen of Naomi singing her part directly facing Wynonna on the other half screen singing her part live. You had to be there, Naomi’s presence could be felt in the room! An encore trifecta featured Wynonna solo on ‘Mama He’s Crazy’, then ‘Granpa Tell Me Bout The Good Old Days’ followed by ‘Why Not Me’ with full band. It was a special and moving evening indeed. Wynonna commenting in an interview with regard to her second leg of the tour summed things up, ‘There will be tours and concerts, but this is something that is between a memorial and a celebration of life!” Review and photos by DAve (Concert #746, 747)

The show was fantastic, we had great seats too! My suggestions would be to make the rows a little wider between rows so people don't knock into others as they try to walk through to their seat & offset the rows so you are not looking directly at the back of the head of the person in front of you. I had a tall lady Infront of me & I could count the grey hairs on the back of her head because she was so close & straight Infront of me.

Wow! We were blown away. We knew that Martina McBride was a special guest, we did not know we were getting nearly an entire hour performance of her as an opening act. Then Wynonna comes out and her voice was absolutely flawless. Special guest Kelsea Ballerini was a breath of fresh air as a backup singer on several Judds hits. There were emotional moments, especially the Naomi tributes. 3 full hours of amazing music including all of the hits. This show did NOT disappoint!

It was an absolute amazing display of emotion, talent, love, and the beautiful light that is Wynonna! I have been to many concerts in my 54 years, including some of the biggest ones such as live, ate the Jacksons, Elton John, U2 Garth, Brooks, Tim McGraw, and Reba McEntire. Nothing and I mean nothing compares to the way I felt at this performance!

Fantastic! Martina McBride and her daughter, Ashley, made it extra special. The old photos and video clips of the Judds were a sweet touch. The highlight for me was when Wynonna sang "Love Can Build a Bridge" with her mother, Naomi, projected singing with her. It was also fun to have Martina, Ashley, and Wynonna singing together "Girl's Night Out."

Simply amazing. Having Martina, Brandi, Trisha and Ashley there were just icing on the cake. They all brought the house down. Powerful vocals, powerful songs and powerful women. This show was a wonderful tribute to Naomi and The Judds legacy. So happy I was there to experience this show.

I've got to hear music and see Wynonna when she came up on a stage close to us you look beautiful as always but when she went to the main stage we had people that was standing up through at least 95% of the time could not get no pictures only audio and my mother and myself could not stand we were in wheelchair' s

Wynonna was incredible. She had the crowd captivated with her honest and soulful voice. When she sang Momma He's crazy the crowd knew every word! I have never seen an entertainer so taken back that she dropped the mic! What a night! I will never forget it! Love you Wynonna!

What an AWESOME night! My daughter and I loved the show! We danced, sang every song, cried and laughed! Great, Girls Night Out all the way from Oklahoma!! Venue was perfect! Shout out to (Tony-I think that was his name), my seat (Section 105, row 14, seat 1) was broke and he rushed and got it repaired before the show started.

Such a great concert!! Emotional at times but that shows you how strong the bond really was. Took these two girls to Lanierland to see their idols and they were asked to get on stage and sing Have Mercy. This was the only time I did not have my camera. No picture of that special memory. So 32 years later they were able to have that picture made. Missing Naomi and her beautiful soul.

Wynonna Judd was simply amazing & I've been to so many concerts over the the years but this has to be one of my favorite. Martina McBride & Little Big Town just sang their tails off. We met Wynonna afterwards in the parking deck. She was gracious enough to stop & talk with us for about 15min. she could've just got on her bus & no one would've ever known. So thanks for that WY & thanks for putting the music & tour above what might not be best for you at the time. Your in my Prayers Lydia J. McCoy

I LOVED THIS CONCERTS & REALLY HAD A GREAT TIME WITH WY & ALL HER GUESS. THE ARENA WAS VERY NICE & HAD LOTS OF DIFFERENT FOOD & DRINKS FOR EVERYONE. ALL STAFF WHERE ON THEIR TOES HELPING EVERYONE. I WOULD ENJOYING COMING BACK TO THIS ARENA AGAIN. FROM KINGSPORT, TN. DP

Seats were section 108 K 1 &2. They were great. Even when people stood up we could still see the stage. Martina McBride was great. Knew all her songs she sung. Intermission between acts was great and the music they played had the whole audience singing. When Wynonna came up from a location in the back of the theater...the toaster she called it...the whole theater erupted. She then walked up our side of the theater to the stage. It was 3 songs before the audience sat down. You could feel the support of the audience helping Wynonna throughout the show as she figures out her path forward without her Mother Naomi making The Judds. I would highly recommend this concert. It was great hearing both The Judds music and Wynonna songs that I grew up hearing.

Excellent!!! Wynonna managed to hold it together and put on a great 2 hour show of Judd hits and a few of her solo hits. Martina said it best that we were there to love and support Wy. Ashley was there and that was cool, but when she was singing Love Can Build A Bridge and Naomi appeared on the screen, it sent a chill down your spine. Wy said she was so close to not doing the tour, but added she was glad she did, I and everyone in the arena was glad she stuck with the show. It was my first time at Huntington Center and I would return for other concerts and maybe a Walleye game.

The Judds @ Huntington Center was by far the best concert I've ever seen hands down. Martina McBride was certainly a plus. So blessed that Wynonna decided to do the concert. I know she could feel the love all around. Hope she does more concerts after these are over!!!

It was absolutely amazing!!! My whole family has always loved the judds and Martina and now love Brandi as well!!! All such beautiful souls and the way they still made Naomi a part of it was such a blessing!!! I would definitely love to see you again soon!

It was amazing. I felt like Naomi was there with us. Brandi Carlisle and Martina were excellent additions. WY lost it several times and we cried with her. When wy and Naomi sang together the whole house lost it... it was the best birthday present eva.

The concert was awesome! I’m now a Groupie. If I could afford to follow the show, I would. Just the greatest feeling of LOVE! Love W & her voice touches my soul. Martina and Brandi were great and such a support to W. We loved them all.