Best opening acts

[Rick and Roll]

Originally posted by progdirjim
I've got a lot that I wouldn't actually call "best", but were nice surprises at least.

Rick: That's the defining moment (pleasant surprise) of an opening act - usually makes you enjoy it forever...

other nice surprises - Chris Bliss, a JUGGLER, opening for Asia in 1984 (I think) - this guy did juggling with lighted, mirrored, and other special balls, all synchronized to a cool soundtrack. As someone who can juggle, I was skeptical when this guy walked out on stage (I wouldn't juggle in front of thousands of people!), but I enjoyed it immensely

Rick: I saw that! I had forgotten - that was cool!


April Wine opening for Styx in 1977 or 78 - that was the first time I heard of them.

Rick: A good forgotten 70's band - my high school days....

Turns out it was Santana - well no wonder...

That's a neat story...

I'll need a little time to share mine, maybe tonight....