A few months back, there was a call on social media for Melissa to be added to a list of the top 100 guitar players. Her first nod to STAX was a cover of William Bell’s soulful, “Any Other Way”. There are two standout numbers from the STAX collection Melissa has worked into the set. This album, released in the fall of 2016, explores the hits that came out of STAX Records in Memphis during the 60s. While listing to her music, one can easily be transported into Etheridge’s heart and soul.Įtheridge is currently enjoying the personal triumphs of her last album, Memphis Rock and Soul. That gravelly, Midwest tinged voice that the world fell in love with nearly 30 years ago is still present and powerful as ever. But after seeing her live, there is no doubt why she was invited back so quickly. Louis at River City Casino again, this being her second time since December.
Melissa Etheridge seems a little surprised that she is back in St. Melissa Etheridge still electrifying and rocking at River City Casino