In 1979, the Fabulous Thunderbirds were opening for John Prine at a venue in Houston, Texas, whose name I have forgotten.
It was a round, domed building off of the freeway (NOT the Astrodome) with a round, revolving stage in the center of the building.
I was backstage with the T-Birds, and Stevie was there, with girlfriend Lenny.
We talked about the new ZZ Top album, Deguello, then I watched them do their opening set.
I didn't stay for John Prine's show, because at that time I wasn't a big fan.
Left after the T-Birds, and I kinda regret that now.

My favorite Prine tune is a duet he did with Tom Petty, "Picture Show."

I was always partial to "let's talk dirty in Hawaiian".

"Hello in There" has a second meaning for seniors isolated in places like Providence Village like my mom.

Pecos I imagine you're referring to the Arena Theatre just off 59 in Sw Houston. It's still there and a concert venue (till Covid19 came to town).

Pecos 45 said:

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In 1979, the Fabulous Thunderbirds were opening for John Prine at a venue in Houston, Texas, whose n....

My favorite Prine tune is a duet he did with Tom Petty, "Picture Show."

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good tune - never heard it before. thx.

- BUmma

FranchiseBear said:

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Pecos I imagine you're referring to the Arena Theatre just off 59 in Sw Houston. It's still there and a concert venue (till Covid19 came to town).

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That's it!
You are correct, sir!!!

Unfortunately, I had not heard of him until his death. I am going to check out his catalog.

I guess I wish you all the best.

Check out his "official" YouTube channel. Good stuff that shows his talents as a kid and as a senior citizen. Great story teller.

Prine is the best.

Too many to list but I'm partial to Spanish Pipedream

His last album, Tree of Forgiveness, is great. Summer's End and When I Get to Heaven are even better listens in retrospect.