Live music is a wonderful thing. I don't know what I would do without it. It makes me feel incredibly alive. Friday night at the lovely grounds of the Chateau Ste. Michelle winery in Woodinville, singer/songwriter/rock-star Chris Isaak thanked us all for coming out to support live music, because where else would he get to wear that suit?!
The suit was a very jewel tone blue, with all kinds of bling going on. I thought Elvis was in the house for a minute. Isaak has a voice like silk as we know, but he's also very funny.
This was my first time at a concert at Chateau Ste. Michelle, and a first time seeing Isaak and his band. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect evening. Clear and warm, with the occasional hot air balloon passing overhead. Wineries are a great concert venue; you can buy a bottle of good wine, and take it to your seat or space on the lawn, no problem. The food vendors at this show were better than average, too. I got three super yummy crab cakes and coleslaw for $15 - which I chased down with a lovely Sauvignon Blanc. Good times!
Isaak not only "played" with the audience, but he came out amongst us! And guess where he strolled, while singing an Elvis tune (of all things)...within a foot of me! He came off stage with a remote mic, and walked up one pathway, then sat in this one girl's chair and continued singing. It was hilarious! Then, he hooked a right, and I was almost close enough to touch him. Needless to say, I got a good look at him, and yes, he's nice looking, but he does have a funny looking nose.
Back on stage, he and his band tore it up, thrilling the audience with the likes of "Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing," "San Francisco Days," and the gorgeous "Wicked Game."
I do have one complaint about Chateau Ste. Michelle - no cameras. I had to hike a considerable distance to take my camera back to my car (in hot weather). Seems kind of silly, because when Isaak was up close and personal, everybody took out their cell phones and started either taking still shots, or taking video of the whole thing.
Nonetheless, can't beat a live show, especially outside on a beautiful night, with good food and wine!
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