10-03-2008, 06:33 AM
I saw the Dave Matthews band and Blues Traveler as minor bands on minor stages of "lalapaloza" type festival back in the very early 90's. I saw Melissa Etheridge open up for someone (can't even remember who) and was absolutely blown away by her. Not so much of a fan of her, but she was great that night. I have to say the absolute best suprise opening act for me was The Racounteurs!!!! They opened for Bob Dylan in Maine (I bought tix for my husband thinking he would take a friend because even though I love Bobs writing, I can't stand his voice). I didn't even look at who the opening band was, and when I saw Jack White come out on stage I thought I was crazy. It was an AMAZING opening!!! Bob paled in comparison!