The Virginia Beach show was likely different things to different people. To me it sucked - devoid of creativity, energy, zeal and desire. Truly the epitome of a sluggish, slow dinosaur that roams aimlessly and chews the green leaves (money) of the land.
To the group of 40 something women behind me who spent the majority of time on their iPhones then danced enthusiastically to the Eliminator hits the show was probably pretty good. A lot of songs they didn't know but then again not a very expensive ticket.
And to the hardworking yet somewhat downtrodden men and women who face an ever more uncertain future and an increasingly stressful present the concert was exactly what they needed - an escape to the past when life was easier and responsibilities were few.
The third group is who ZZ are aiming for - looking to tease and please. But you must remember, the ZZ Tops are not musicians...they are entertainers. And there is nothing wrong with being carted away to the living easy past, everyone loves to reminisce, myself included. But underneath the veneer of good faith and fun loving "entertainment" lies the dark allure of the green leaves - sure, you can have a front row seat and an autograph, but you might have to forgo contributing to your child's college education fund this year, or donating to a needy charity, or saving money for a rainy day.
Just who or what exactly is the band playing for...
There once was a group of three musicians who were about the music, who wanted nothing more than to play for their fans and mix it up. But once you attain great success music becomes a business. And in capitalism, businesses exist to make money. But everyone already knows this. The difference is some choose to close their eyes but not their ears, some choose to open both but with a heavy filter, and some simply choose to walk away.
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