The Forge: Lemont Quarries

Seeing Everclear was a bucketlist concert for me and it did not disappoint. The band sounds great live and their openers were well-chosen. You can tell they enjoy making music, touring, and connecting with people. They played what the crowd expected and it was good energy and engagement. They signed autographs after the show--not just for VIPs and I got to have a quick conversation with Art Alexakis. I was impressed at how authentic/genuine he was in that interaction as I thanked him for making music that is so raw/real and shared my late bf struggled with addiction. He took time to offer condolences and ask questions that showed he cared. And I think that's why he writes the songs he does, to help process hardships and humanize it in such a way as to provide encouragement and shared experience. I respect that and him immensely.

The band was fantastic (though we're all getting a little old for two openers), the newer venue was very nice (porta potties were unexpected, and the restroom trailer was closed). Loved that a shuttle was provided for free offsite parking.

Sister Hazel never ever let’s me down. They put on an amazing show, directly connect with their fans and share their hearts. What a great band…30 years of amazing music!!!

Great show for Big Head Todd fans. Glad the band stayed in the midwest to let us enjoy a great night of music!