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Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit on Tour
A four-time Grammy winner, singer/songwriter Jason Isbell has found a sweet spot in his career: his collaboration with The 400 Unit. A veritable dream team of highly talented and well-known musicians in their own right, The 400 Unit join Isbell to deliver Southern rock and roll and country melodies that speak to the soul. Whether fans hope to drown their sorrows or toe-tap and sing along, there's a song on the group's new Reunions album for every mood. With some of Isbell's best writing to date, his latest songs feature moving lyrics about everything from wartime romance to parenting to dead-end small towns. Hitting the road in summer 2022, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit are dialed in and sure to deliver a powerful performance, so make sure to get your tickets soon.
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit Live in Concert
Jason Isbell was born into a musical family in Green Hill, Alabama, in 1979. His grandfather and uncle taught him to play various musical instruments, and the young musician started playing the mandolin when he was just 6. Destined for a life in the spotlight, he joined the Drive-By Truckers in 2001 at the age of 22. Isbell was a member of the Drive-By Truckers for six years before cutting out for a solo career. He released his first solo album, Sirens of the Ditch, in 2007. Some of his most notable work began when he assembled a group of musicians that would become known as The 400 Unit. The group consists of Sadler Vaden of Drivin' N Cryin' on guitar, Jimbo Hart on bass, Derry deBorja on keyboards and accordion, Chad Gamble on drums and Isbell's wife Amanda Shires on fiddle. The 400 Unit is playfully named after the psychiatric ward of Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital in Florence, Alabama. Isbell and the band's first collaboration resulted in the release of the self-titled album Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit in 2009. In 2011, the collaboration continued with the release of Here We Rest. The track "Alabama Pines" was named Song of the Year at the 2012 Americana Music Awards. The Nashville Sound was released in 2017, winning the Grammy Award for Best Americana Album, with Isbell winning an additional Grammy Award for Best American Roots Song. In 2020, the group released Reunions, with the song "Be Afraid" hitting No. 5 on the Adult Alternative Songs chart. During the November 2020 election, Isbell announced he would make a charity album if Joe Biden won the state of Georgia. When this came to pass, Isbell worked to release the cover album Georgia Blue the following year. The album was a collaboration by various artists, and Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit contributed a cover of the Metallica song "Sad But True." Isbell has won four Grammy Awards between 2001 and 2007.
I've seen Isbell and the 400 unit more than a dozen times over the years and this is the most polished they've ever been. I kinda prefer them louder and rougher, but there is no denying their virtuosity. Kathleen Edwards was the perfect SG and I wish she had more stage time. Fabulous show all round.
What a night. When you want to see the opener, Kathleen Edwards, as much as the main act, it's a win. Isbell was fantastic! Great show, really tight group and....well, it's Jason Isbell. Seen a lot of shows and this one was one of the most rewarding!
Kitty The Fool and Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit put on a show for the ages. The show was worth all the Covid cancellations of his previously scheduled Vancouver Concerts. Both bands put on slide guitar lessons that were epic in scale. Jason's songs are like mini Americana Novels. It was a five star sight and sound experience.
I would recommend to anyone that they take any chance they have to see Jason Isbell and the 400 unit. Even if you aren't familiar with the music, you will have a good time. Amazing artists that know how to entertain!
Spare no expense, go see Jason Isbell. Not that the tickets are unreasonable by any means. This show dazzled every single person in the auditorium. The Jubilee is a wonderful venue.
March second, saw Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit take centre stage at the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium. With a happy hello to the crowd, they launched into 24 Frames, and spent the next couple of hours delivering what seemed to be hit after hit. Midway through Jason paused and gave effusive praise for the opening act: Kathleen Edwards. He even said that she has long been one of his favourite singers ever. She had demonstrated that it was easy to see why. I believe that I have seen her virtually every time she has been in Dirt City, and March/02’s show was perhaps her best! For us music fans, life was good…back to Jason now and, those who enjoy a bit of guitar shredding…Oy Vay! Haven’t seen that much shredding since I worked in a BBQ joint! Both Kathleen’s band and Jason with Sadler Vaden of the 400 Unit wear on fire all night long, shooting lightning bolts of music throughout the room. All in all; a night to remember for a long time
There were a few moments in this performance where the auditorium was absolutely silent- mesmerized by Jason Isbell's haunting music and lyrics that touched your soul- this is what I will remember. Would have loved to see Amanda Shires with the 400 Unit.
Great concert from both artists! It was questionable who the headliner really was though...maybe both artists. I'm a big Kathleen Edwards fan and my Canadian bias is probably showing. She's a wonderful singer songwriter and having guitarist Colin Cripps accompany her was doubly amazing!
The concert was on time, the opening act (Kathleen Edwards and her ensemble) were great and Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit were amazing with the band being very ‘tight’; all of them very gifted. The music was a great mixture of genres, tempo, old favourites and a new one from his upcoming album. Of course the lyrics are so good….story-telling so I can definitely understand some comparing him to Bob Dylan. The musical interludes in many of the songs were outstanding! I saw this group 7-8 years ago and they have only gotten better. My only criticism was the use of spotlights behind the stage that were directed out at the audience. At times it was blinding and we could not see anything or anyone on stage. But this is easily corrected…..otherwise a wonderful evening.
The warm up bands lead singer thought she could bond with the audience by using the term fuckin' a lot - it got a bit tiresome. Jason and his band were originally vaccine nazi's - I hope they've grown out of that. They couldn't have known at the time how ineffective the vaccines were. The performance didn't rate as high with me as the performance of the Deep South. They put on a great show. I'm really looking forward to the Nitty Gritty Dirt band, saw them before at the Jube. Best, most professional, band in the world!
Really enjoyed the whole show. Kathleen Edwards was great as the warmup band, she is much punchier in her delivery then I expected, sound quality was OK but not wonderful. Jason Isbell band is amazing and sound was terrific in the Jube, impressed by the diversity of songs and sounds, Jason is very accomplished on guitar and I was impressed by his riffs and sound, Jason's voice is clear and has a unique tone and quality. Their diverse catalogue of great tunes made for a great night. Highly recommend, Thanks JI and the band!
This band has everything. Amazing songwriting, visual chemistry, blended set list and impeccable talent. Jason’s voice is at peak performance, and I eagerly await the new album they have crafted. Real music still exists, these guys are the living, breathing, working truth!
Loved everything about this concert. Amazingly talented musicians
Not only was the venue beautiful, comfortable and convenient… everything from the parking to the washrooms was seriously amazing. And don’t even get me started on the performance, Jason Isbell sounded so phenomenal, played all the best songs, but he made it so fun! The acoustics were incredible and he was so talented, even his band had a spotlight! I loved every minute of it.
One of the best shows I have been to. Found was great. Played a great selection. Superb guitar playing. Great mix of material. Having Amanda there was appreciated. Again nothing but superlatives. Hope to se Jadon back soon
Jason Isbell is such a songwriting talent and I have wanted to see him and his 400 Unit for quite a while. They put on a tight little show and were wonderful to see live. Bonus having his wife Amanda’s beautiful voice and fiddle with them as well. Set was only about 13 songs though and I would have loved to hear more. (Saw his ok comrades , Drive By Truckers, the night before and they played a whopping 28 song set)
We see Jason Isbell a few times a year now, because it is always a great experience. Canandaigua was no exception. Even a new song! Can't wait to hear more!
Great evening at the Fox Theatre in Detroit. Well worth the 4 hour drive ! Played all my favourites. Can't wait for the next opportunity. Please come back to Canada. I may have to make it back down to the Ryman in October.
Good beyond words !! Bucket list to see a show at the Ryman and thrilled that it was Jason on the bill.
