May 9th – Count Basie Center for the Arts, Red Bank NJ

Review & Photography by Estelle Massry

Todd Rundgren’s concert at the Count Basie Center for the Arts in Red Bank, NJ on May 9th was a masterclass in musical versatility and showmanship, leaving attendees spellbound. Rundgren treated the crowd to a two hour experience that touched on all phases of his long career on his Me/We Tour.

The concert was a testament to Rundgren’s enduring influence on the music industry. The night focused primarily on his work within the past 20 years or so, but he also played a medley of some 70’s hits and all of ‘The Last Ride’ as part of the encore. Expect the unexpected when it comes to set lists with Rundgren as he tends to tour what he wants, whether it’s a new album or a theme of his choice. From a technical standpoint, Rundgren and his band were flawless. Each song was executed with precision, yet still maintained a raw, organic energy that kept the audience captivated from start to finish.

Todd Rundgren’s concert was a tour de force performance that showcased the talents of a true musical icon. Experiencing Rundgren live was both humbling and exhilarating, serving as a reminder of the boundless possibilities of music when placed in the hands of a true innovator.

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Setlist

1. I Think You Know
2. Secret Society
3. Weakness
4. Stood Up
5. Lost Horizon
6. Buffalo Grass
7. Beloved Infidel
8. Hit Me Like a Train
9. Wouldn’t You Like to Know
10. Sweet
11. Kindness
12. Woman’s World
13. Afterlife
14. Down With the Ship
15. Honest Work
16. Rock Love
17. God Said
18. Fascist Christ
19. Hawking
20. Worldwide Epiphany
21. I Saw the Light / Can We Still Be Friends / Hello It’s Me (Encore)
22. The Last Ride (Encore)
23. A Dream Goes on Forever (Encore)