By Chyrisse Tabone, Rock At Night Tampa
Live Review: Jack Johnson and Ziggy Marley-Meet the Moonlight Tour-Mid-Florida Credit Union Amphitheatre on August 19, 2022
Jack Johnson and his Meet the Moonlight Tour, which included Ziggy Marley, landed at Mid-Florida Credit Union Amphitheatre on August 19th. The sky was dark and ominous as one of Florida’s typical summer rains moved east across the state. It was just dry enough (yet a humid sauna) for the sold-out concert which reeked of peace, summer, and love.
There were a lot of dreadlocks and the odor of ganja in the air by the time Ziggy Marley arrived on stage. Backed by a full band Marley performed Bob Marley & the Wailers’ hits such as “One Love” and “Get Up, Stand Up”. Even though the floor was jam packed with bodies, the crowd moved and swayed with the reggae beat. There truly was a feeling of peace and harmony in the air.
Jack Johnson came out on stage with an acoustic guitar and performed a catalog of favorites from the last 20 years. The crowd was singing along to every song and really enjoying the easy going vibe. Jack Johnson’s music is definitely “feel good”. Considering all the charitable work he has done for the environment and the arts it is no wonder his energy is positive. Many concert goers were wearing environmental and climate change slogans on their t-shirts.
Johnson paid his respect to Marley explaining the first concert he attended at age 16 was Ziggy Marley’s band.
Overall, it was an evening of good vibes and a sense of community.
**Rock At Night photographed the bands and stayed for the customary first three songs of each band. Hence, the review was written from what was observed at that time. We heard Johnson and Marley shared the stage for a song later in the evening.
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I grew up in a household full of rock music, studied journalism in college, and then became a scientist.Although my science career has served me well, music has always played a major role in my life. I grew up reading "Creem" magazine; I play several musical instruments as a "hobby";and it seems a camera has always been in my hand. Now, I am combining what I love the most--music and photography--serving as editor of Rock At Night. I travel between the US and UK seeking my dream! My motto: life is short...no regrets. Chyrisse
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