We started the 2000's chapter of Timeless Tickets with familiar story. Eminem's visit to The Mark in 2000 echoed memories of past shows. The target audience was rebellious teens.
The songs were offensive. The parents were angry. The kids had a great time and the headliner went on to change music.
We've seen this series of events on Credit Island, with The Clash, with Metallica. We will close the 2000's chapter of Timeless Tickets with the 50th official installment in the series. And it's another re-run.
This story is one of loss. In the 2000's, the music industry lost a 22-year-old Aaliyah, the King of Pop Michael Jackson, a Timeless Tickets alum in Johnny Cash. As far as Timeless Tickets goes, we know the routine.
Jason Isbell performs during the Americana Honors and Awards show Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski) By 2009, it had been 50 years since Buddy Holly died after playing in Davenport, 46 years since Patsy Cline, 39 years since Bon Scott, 38 years since Harry Chapin and 15 years since Cobain.
But Justin Townes Earle's death came 11 years after he played at Rock Island Brewing Co. on April 18, 2009, as the opening act for Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit. In hindsight, it was an '00s alt-country show for the ages.
Two beloved songwriters, with Earle in the early days of his career, and Isbell in his first year with his new backing band The 400 Unit. Earle was seemingly born to be a star. His father, Steve Earle, is the influential count.