Creed in Saratoga

I would like to step down from my immigration reform soapbox, at least temporarily, and talk about the concert I went to last night. Honestly, there are times when I get weary of defining myself by the immigration predicament my husband is in. Understandably, Khalid is even more tired of it then I am, because he's been immersed in it for a longer period. So, occasionally we break conventions and do something just for fun. Imagine that!

A few months ago Khalid purchased tickets to see Creed on August 11th, at Saratoga Performing Arts Center. I like Creed, but since they broke up a few years ago I lost interest in them. So, when Khalid breached the subject with me, I was underwhelmed. I had my heart set on going to a Disturbed concert in Utica. Lacuna Coil was opening for them and the prospect of seeing two of my favorite bands at once was too appealing to ignore. So, like the attentive husband Khalid is, he tried to get tickets: but they sold out in a matter of hours. Creed seemed, at the time, to be a poor substitute for Disturbed and Lacuna Coil.

I was dead tired on our way to the show. I was wondering whether I could enjoy the show because of the fatigue. I always love going to live musical performances. I don't know what it is but they always make me giddy. I can never stand still when I hear good music. I will never understand how audience members can stand still. As soon as the music starts I have to move. Luckily, my fears about being too tired were unwarranted because as soon as Creed stepped onto the stage I was mesmerized-- and, more importantly-- energized!

Creed puts on a spectacular show. The light show is top notch and the musicianship is amazing. Each band member puts their all into the performance. Scott Stapp is a born performer and his stage presence is undeniable. He has a solid rapport with the audience and he clearly loves being the center of attention. There was a gleeful smile on his face for the majority of the hour and a half performance.

The whole concert and light show reminded me of some ancient Pagan festival..with bonfires, drumming and ecstatic rhythmic dancing and chanting. It was great!!

I am going to stoop to superficial observations here..but Scott looked great! I think he looks better now then in the late 90's...compare for yourself:

Ok..well..he looks good in both pictures but I like the mature Scott much better. I can only hope that his behavior has matured along with his looks. His past behavior has been rather erratic and immature.

While watching the concert, I was reminded of some of my favorite things in the world; things that really make life worth living. Such things include warm weather, breezy nights, quality music, being with my husband and watching really good looking, sweaty men in tight leather pants.

Now, if I could only convince my husband to buy some tight leather pants then my life will be complete. I brought up that possibility to him on the way home from the concert last night. He was less than enthused. However, I do not give up easily! hehehehe.....