Robert Cray in Concert 2008

Track list:
00:26 - Phone Booth
05:26 - Our Last Time
12:00 - Right Next Door (Because Of Me)
18:38 - Bad Influence
22:54 - Twenty
29:58 - Time Makes Two
37:18 - Sittin' On Top Of The World
41:45 - I'm Walking
Robert Cray - vocals, guitar
Jim Pugh - keyboards
Karl Sevareid - bass
Kevin Hayes - drums
#RobertCray in Concert 2008

[@sharonriley9334]

I have loved Robert Cray ever since I saw him in a black and white video sitting on a stool just with his guitar singing Smoking Gun on December 31st 1989 in New York at Radio City Music Hall. I grew up with Blues playing Brothers, eight of them with two number one bands when they were in their teens. The blues and the Beatles where the two different genres met were the Blues. My lullabies. All the blues doing this make me smile. And Robert Cray young Bob so dubbed by BB King is the best of them. I love especially, his way of singing and playing that "rubberbander sounding" guitar of his!, as I call it. Reminiscent of Robert Johnson and Lightnin' Hopkins...ha ha! So god,...I wonder, right next door, the dream, I can't go home and of course, Strong Persuader. I. Cover them all with my brothers...' can't be beat! Thanks babyyy. :)

[@HAWKEYE45]

That’s right Sweetheart! Thanks ! I almost forgot about that video that came out in the early 90’s I do believe 😤💪🏻✌🏻! It’s hard to beat His Smooth groove he seems to have stayed right in and he wouldn’t be such a great BluesMan had his awesome sound and groovy way had ever changed ! I like REAL PEOPLE AND REAL PEOPLE WILL BE THE SAME IN 20 years as they were when u seen them today✌🏻✌🏻

[@dantipton60ATX]

God given talent on display. He's brought tears to my eyes....not the songs or lyrics. Just because he is soooo good. The complete package as far as playing and singing. My all time favorite

[@chriswriter42]

Dido!

[@babathegoodmansamba8533]

My favourite guitar and voice. The guitar is crisp and clear like a bell and every tone is a surprise with another sound. No effects, no distortion , a true guitar. Fantastic voice and guitar speech. Thats the real pure sound and feeling. Great !!!!!

[@jaxxgray4987]

Saw him make the guitar 🎸 sing 1980s in the Barrowlandsxx ❤😂🎉😮tremendous Thanks Robert cray 😜

[@jaxxgray4987]

Still listening 🎶 2223 xx❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉

[@RedBud315]

I was first exposed to Robert Cray around 1986 or 87 with the Strong Persuader album and I wore out the tape playing it on road trips. So crazy how the same kind of music can still have its own unique sound with such great artists.

[@petehoward8494]

Been a huge fan for 20+ years. Seen him live 5 times and never disappointed. His band members change, but his soulful blues sound never does, a big tribute to his leadership, and his chops.

[@prestonwoods8197]

In my humble opinion, Robert Cray sounds better live than album recording. Of course, it's best to hear him in person. Seen him twice in concert this year; it's been an absolute pleasure.

[@owenrich175]

Robert Cray all day. You can tell his sound from miles away. This is the very first time I got to see in a full concert. I'm enjoying every bit of it. I respect unique artists.

[@michaelrudin-b1c]

So tasteful and understated. Completely beautiful.

[@alankcpa]

No pedal board. Just the Man, his ax, and his amps. Beautiful.

[@joebarriga-9945]

THATS ALL IT TAKES. TAKE IT TO THE METAL..STRAIGHT UP

[@UFeaster1978]

I am pretty sure I have heard him use a Delay before. Not taking away from him... just saying

[@bradbryant332]

Like the Great Ron Thompson used to say, "Pedalboards are for Punks!" LOL

[@fernank017]

@@UFeaster1978 he's definitely using a boost for the solos if no OD pedal

[@KahawaSQ]

@@UFeaster1978 what's a delay son-bwoi?

[@mywaveinwoodswoodperfumes]

i,m glad cray is one of those old school artists who still young and great to bring such genuine blues . just amazing , i need few years to listen to his stuff

[@robertwellington2616]

mywave78 wellowoody he’s aging really well. He is a great blues player.

[@dalehumphrey2477]

Not young

[@leanidis300]

Robert has always been one of cleanest Guitar Bluesmen around , can't help dig his work...

[@robertbarton3556]

He really feels it with his heart and soul just as blues should be, I like his voice too

[@countblue]

I heard him sometime in the 80s the first time. I instantly knew he is an icon of the electric blues. Great tone and feel.

[@markarrivi3818]

Robert Cray Is Great 👍👍

[@billrogers6863]

It sure makes me proud to be an old man when I see these old guys playing at their work. Very fine.

[@maggiedoja]

Absolutely. Great to be old and confirmed- best of the best man, we were there for all of them....right on,very fine

[@vulcanowl1379]

Fantastic Voice, Guitarist, and songwriter, vastly underrated, saw him live back in about 1982, would love to see him again, hopefully he'll tour UK again soon

[@masteryoda498]

What a magical voice, and Robert Cray is a solid player too. Perfect live performance.

[@faustotorres6500]

What can I say ??? The only sensible thing to do is to stay put and enjoy this blessing from God. Anything other than that is sheer foolishness! Greetings from Teresina , Piauí state, Brazil.

[@frankiebutler2894]

Very talented man, both vocally @ instrumentally. Love his sound!!! Song delivery-100%!!!

[@sleepyjeannie501]

Lawd, I've been listening and loving this man and his music! 1980 something!! You got to Love The Blues guitarist and the One who plays and sings There Heart Out, He's one of many great Blues Artists 🎶🎸🎵🥁🎙🦅🌠🌿⚘🦋🐝😎

[@dejan351sd]

so pure sound, so pure voice, Robert Cray, amazing !!!

[@DiegoSartori]

For me the introduction to Robert Cray came through a Freddie King Greatest Hits album featuring Help Me Through The Day - with that song I was hooked on the Blues. I went to the local music store and asked if they had anything similar and they told me about this guy called Robert Cray that had just released a new album called Strong Persuader. They put it on in the store and we stood there listening to the entire album together, wow, what an experience that was. At 14 years of age I knew that my life had just taken a turn, I had found the meaning of life, in a musical sense. Since then and to this day, now in my forties I have been and forever will be a devoted fan of his music.

[@pvanrens]

Great story, I'll have to give a listen

[@DiegoSartori]

Thank you Peter van Rens If you like Blues then you will not be disappointed I think :)

[@pvanrens]

Diego Sartori I do like the blues and am certain that I've hear Cray before but many things slip by.

[@pvanrens]

Finally got those annoying people here at work to leave alone long enough...good stuff

[@jennylewis1640]

K

[@timothymurphy6910]

a truly gret guitar player and singer/performer. thanks for posting

[@robertmurphy5518]

Just seen Robert Cray this past June of 2022 , He just get,s better and better , one of the greatest shows I have witnessed !

[@TomTom-xp2jb]

Love the way RC does his thing. One of the most unique musicians around. Love his passion for the Blues!!! 🎸❤️👏

[@el_nestorvgc]

I love the way he sing the notes !!! It chills my bones

[@henryfrost8542]

All great musicians have their own voice in the instruments. Robert, Albert, Freddie, B.B. and so on... Beautiful voice and guitar playing.

[@jarikuukasjarvi8198]

Robert and whole group are awesome, pure joy to ears and soul

[@stephaniepalmer692]

Lucky enough to see him at a festival in Australia, blistering hot day, fantastic set, Then even luckier to meet him after the set, a complete gentleman, so talented yet he hardly raised a sweat. Thank you, will never forget it.

[@passion777able]

Why haven't I heard this man before? His sound is hypnotic and filled with soul. Reminds me of Tony Joe White with more WHAM. His voice is smooth. His music and drum beat kept me on the edge of my seat, still taping to the music. I'll be back. Love this man's music.

[@petehoward8494]

yes, when I first heard him I said the same. go back and listen to his early stuff.

[@jackychazaubenay1195]

THANKS ROBERT FROM YOUR VERY GOOD TALENTS VOCALS AND GUITARPLAYER...SOUL RHYTM'S IS FANTASTICS!!! RESPECT...SINCE. JACKYFAN 👍I HAVE LOOKING YOUR PRESTATIONS IN CROSSROADS FESTIVALS U.S.A. TOO MUCH JAM 'S....THANKS MISTER CRAY .

[@randycunningham7318]

Love Robert Cray's recordings. Damn he's even greater live! That lead guitar is wild!

[@TheRealDyl580]

10 Years Ago and I’m still rockin with Robert Cray. One of the most underrated song writers and guitar players in history. Incredible sound that you can hear 10 miles away you can always tell it’s Robert playing. An inspiration I will hope one day to be playing like this man.

[@SydneyBorn04]

This guy has so much feel for the blues, you can literally hear his voice during his solos

[@angushight7084]

Saw him in 91 been hooked ever since. Keep on Robert C.

[@bobmeiroff7302]

Pure Guitar tone.

[@dariobulacios3009]

SETLIST!!! 1.- 0:00 Phone Booth, 2.- 5:26 Our last time, 3.- 12:00 Right next door (because of me), 4.- 18:38 Bad influence, 5.- 22:54 twenty, 6.- 29:58 Time makes two, 7.- 37:18 Sittin on top of the world, 8.- 41:45 I'm walking.

[@sarahmarshall7388]

dario bulacios ii

[@muhammadafzalyakub4538]

E alsaeedy and Anna.

[@ricksandoval7506]

..

[@briant679]

Del minuto 12.00 que generó se puede considerar?

[@junkyarddawg6380]

@greenmean1 what was the forecast calling for ?

[@jeffermoian5060]

Beautifully played, lit, shot, directed and mixed. Bravo job everyone! Looks good in 720. This kind of production costs money we only wished we ever had but great songs are worth the effort.

[@leosoler5336]

Sacred guitarist singer, too little known for my taste. One of the best in the world

[@BarbButler]

💕 💞 💓 💗 💖

[@bluesdog19533]

Saw and Red Rocks in Co. with Bonnie Raitt years ago

[@KahawaSQ]

"too little known for my taste" < is that a good thing to say?

[@johnhariis250]

@@KahawaSQ right on! 🎸🎼👍

[@doctorcountersteer6580]

Highly under-rated. A master songwriter who even has intriguing bass-lines and seems to know my latest ex better than I thought *I* did!!!!!

[@jcpjean-claude4446]

I love this guitaris and blues singer !!!!!fantastic !

[@Cesarremis]

In my opinion the number one Blues guitar player of all the times! Feeling, groove, technical... i cried together his guitar on music "Twenty" coz my mother passed away on 12/03/2017. I had confuses feelings listening to this song. God Bless You Robert Cray! Thank you very much muzone for share this precious live performance!

[@misty3567]

bring this kind of music back

[@mayemcdonald9111]

Steve Hasner YES

[@tomcoryell]

It never left, the public just diverted it’s attention elsewhere.

[@wladekwloszcz3803]

Pure Music, Mr. Robert Cray, J.J. Cale, J.S. Bach, and my daughter, keep me alive.

[@SydneyBorn04]

THIS GUY IS A GOLD MINE FOR BLUES a.k.a GOOD MUSIC!

[@MrSouzy]

I went to see Robert Cray live in Manchester UK. The best concert I ever went to. In front of me there was a woman constantly taking photos with flash. Robert Cray stopped for a second and said to her "get out of my groove"....needless to say that was her last photo of the evening..

[@munzy5865]

Seen him play at the RAINBOW PALACE in Seattle back in 85' Been a fan ever since. Great vocals and a superb musician/guitarist. Was suppose to be on the same helicopter SRV died on back in 1990. WOW how time has passed. Love ya RC

[@doesitmatter4317]

i'm in love lol i have loved Robert Cray for a long time

[@sarahhigh8676]

+Wayne Harper

[@rebbeshort]

It probably doesn't matter, but he'd probably prefer that you be an actual female.

[@hemmohoving2558]

Karl Sevareid , one of the very best bass players ever.

[@KevinMichaelCallihan]

Around 30 minutes, you will 'time makes two love' which is a great song he played at Eric Clapton's guitar festival where he quite some time ago and I think it was the Cotton Bowl. It is on my DVD given to me by Kev and Shan as it was maybe his first where he simply wrote everyone he wanted to hear (of course it included Robert Cray) and he was doing his best to stay sober while being such a brilliant mind, he had to seek help from others and he openly let people know throughout the world. His good friend, Jeff Beck, made it a point to have a cold pint after his session just to remind everyone that not all people who drink are drunks that have to tell the world.

[@kevinmcdonnell1725]

I love his style great guitar player

[@flymonkeys3]

always loved the tone he was able to get!!!

[@bobnicholas5994]

I had gone to the Indy Jazz Fest for several years. I'm the biggest Robert Cray. I was stayinv at the same hotel. I kept telling my friend I was going to meet Robert Cray. We walked out the door and I almost walked into Robert Cray. I was shocked. I said excuse me. He smile no probs. I composed myself, We can't wait to hear you tonite. Thanks man He said who do you think I am.. I said your George Benson right. He got the joke and we laughed. He shook my hand..

[@martinhowerton9038]

Just saw him 4 nights ago. He's 70 and still kicking ass!! He's such a STRONG PERSUADER!!

[@debrabeck9630]

I think of Robert Cray when I hear Lucinda Williams sing about, “Real live bleeding fingers and broken guitar strings.” Seeing him live was a revelation. I have never heard anyone, anytime, play guitar with more intensity. Genius!

[@claudmaximus6372]

seenMr Cray 3 times at Bluesfest Byron bay very strong punchy .rich tones and singer great voice,big man seen Jeff Healey as well and MR Guy Blues in my soul

[@Alchemist3333]

Excellent performance by a true guitar hero! The video quality is exceptional given its from 2008.

[@rogerioandrade9874]

Brilliant...clear voice....coolest music.

[@robertcame]

GREAT SINGER, THEY'RE ALL GREAT MUSICIANS AND BEAUTIFUL MUSIC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@addyyarbrough4985]

I have all of Robert's CDs but I have worn Strong Persuader to the edge

[@kimstephen6302]

Classic Robert Cray! Strong Persuader...love that song.

[@mathewdean3849]

It's a beauty!! 😅

[@angusrorison5849]

I was right at the front when he played the Electric Ballroom in Camden, London, 1986. I was too young to drink but I didn't leave my spot all night anyway. Great show, hot and sweaty, the original Robert Cray band from the Bad Influence album. Thanks for good times Mr Cray!

[@throsturv]

Great artist, fantastic singer and ace solo guitar player with a unique style. His solos are shimmering silver, trademark Stratocaster and a Blackface Fender sound. I love his rhythm playing style to!

[@vaninavergara5508]

Me encanta! Es genial. Nos encanta hace vibrar vivir su voz y forma de Tocar habla con las manos pura emoción

[@kevinmcdonnell1725]

I love Cray's style , nice licks

[@santiagosuarezgarcia3305]

Robert Cray live in concert un impresionante concierto, músico completo, una gran voz y un virtuoso de la guitarra, genial músicos de mucho nivel......

[@gwag8410]

I remember hearing Right Next Door, years ago, and I was Hooked.. beautiful....

[@petem1298]

I seen two Robert Cray concerts. Definitely sounds 1000x better live. He always chooses great players for his band also. ✌️

[@pua333]

Wow amazing

[@rlaci11]

i adore you Robert from Budapest

[@vaneipontes3279]

Simply Fantástic this show 🎵🎼🎶🎤🎸😎👊

[@owenmcgee8496]

"Twenty" is an impressive song writing effort. Never heard it before. I don't listen to Robert Cray, but ever since I heard Bad Influence many years ago I said to myself: this guy is a finer soul singer than Sam Cooke, who sort of invented the style or was king of that music. And Cray's approach to blues is talented and melodic: he doesn't rely on shouting or distortion. A genuine talent. But, to me, if you've heard one Cray record, you've heard them all. So I don't listen. But still...he's the ultimate soul/blues singer in my book.

[@jarikuukasjarvi8198]

These opinion issues are this kind that theres no sense to argue but i love Crays music

[@martaquidel9167]

Impresionante concierto,la voz de Robert es, de lo màs ELEGANTE, PERFECTA! y, el blanquito del teclado se la RE-BANCA!

[@stratsamelting]

If someone asked me to describe the ultimate clean Strat tone, I would say Robert Cray Superb......

[@claptonadrianking]

I agree with you and Roonie Earl to.

[@nestoralvarez8035]

UNICO, SIN DUDA, UN MAESTRO POR SU VOZ, SU GUITARRA ... MUCHA CLASE ROBERT! GRACIAS

[@willmccarty6607]

Going to see Robert in concert soon, super excited!

[@franciscoeduardomoro9580]

son increíbles lo que suenan estos músicos, es tan sencillo y bien hecho que parece que estas tocando con ellos

[@pabloperez4063]

vaya banda!! los mejores musicos se juntan. las bandas de RC y las de EC suenan....

[@robertmazzola1347]

What Tone! Amazing.

[@ivangoncalves2556]

Very very good

[@marianoulibarri]

That lead tone is addictive like any drug!

[@anacelinanacimento6785]

Conheci Robert Cray em 1987 ele tocando e Tina Turner cantando A Change is Gonna Come foi um encontro fenomenal os dois arrebetaram brilhante. Deste de entao sou admiradora A TT e minha vida RAINHA pra sempre❤😢

[@anacelinanacimento6785]

Vida longa Robert Cray ❤

[@zulmamagdalenagonzalez255]

Elegancia, buen gusto, sobriedad, sensualidad...TODO. Mucho talento Robert Cray.

[@orlandomunoz8782]

eres inteligente

[@MarkSmith-js2pu]

Bravo, Robert Cray is a master at his craft

[@pault.9842]

If the blues are about feeling ,this man can do no wrong.

[@ImanSpaargaren]

beautiful! he's the man!

[@leothor7128]

Música pura, guitarra 100% orgánica, sin efectos ni malabares

[@SteelasophicalSteelBand]

Strong Persuader .. young Bob

[@spiderpark64]

"Twenty" Blues at its best-music and the lyric heart breaking..."mother dont you cry".

[@EttoreMenguzzo]

Outstanding!

[@AlanBathrick]

I have been a huge fan of Robert Cray.... But this performance is so amazing!

[@user-mf6hh1mb1y]

great Robert!

[@kth5077]

Why the f*ck haven't I ever heard this guy before... Love his guitar playing...

[@stevesparks2001]

Good Question! Why?

[@pabloperez4063]

+CLK Products "the pros and cons " is a magnificent álbum...with a crystal clear stratocaster played wonderfully by Slowhand. Besides, it is also a truly "concept álbum", RW got his highest there (x me). You wont be disappointed.

[@MyRobert1955]

Hes been around for a long time still play some of his tuff in the band

[@igavehimadollar3354]

Dam I love Robert cray and the blues . I was an apprentice sparky here in oz and at this point I couldn’t play when I started to listen to Robert. But dam he lit the fire in me

[@ingemarnilsson5498]

He has a very good blues voice. He plays like a Harley ride. Wonderful feeling.

[@cajonjackie2075]

When all others like to tickle the strings Mr. Robert uses a Jack Hammer approach to guitar playing. Don't get me wrong I'm an old (Cough cough) fan and I love his style. There's no doubt about it "you know him when you hear him!"

[@pamelaphillips1859]

i have been a ROBERT CRAY fan since he played in Tacoma love him call him my music crush

[@andys9337]

Robert cray keeps the blues alive...Clapton and buddy guy too....!!!

[@vawinthislifetime7853]

je pense que Gary Clark jr Le garde vivant aussi...

[@craigmccauley3972]

Love the music!

[@nataliesalander7840]

Saw him live- absolutely fantastic! Don't miss if you get a chance

[@Tubemanjac]

Priceless!

[@JL-bu8bz]

Fantastic Cray

[@debrafiedler1277]

Robert Crazy is amazing. xoxo :)