Focus on The Fans- A Rob Thomas Promise
by Pendragonfyre on 2019-08-24State Theatre - PortlandThis is not my first concert featuring Rob Thomas. For the past couple od decades, I have been lucky to catch a show at least once a year through solo , Sidewalk Angels and MB20 tours. One thing that resonates each time is the focus on the fan experience to share 2 hours of music and sheer energy that he and each band member provides. A mix of new music and sing-along hits leave new and veteran fans wanting more. In Portland, fans caught glimpses of Rob listening to his opening acts, Chris Trapper and Max Frost, from the side of the main audience area. He is a visible mentor to those under his wing. During Fire in the Mountain, Rob jumped from the stage to the audience centre aisle to greet fans without missing a note of the song. Sweet moments as Rob interacted with fans with a touch of his hand or hug in the aisle demonstrates his devotion to his fan family and his hope that each promise to “Be Good to Each Other”. Multiple encore songs including iconic Smooth closed out a show to remember!