After a three week hiatus, David Cook and his band "The Anthemic" took to the stage for a sold out crowd in Temecula, CA at the Pechanga Casino and Resort. Tonight was the first of a two night run and the guys did not disappoint. The vocals were stellar and the band in top form.
The set-list was fantastic: Mr. Sensitive, Heroes, Kiss On The Neck, I Did It For You, Lie, Bar-Ba-Sol, Souvenir, Make Believe (new song), Straight Ahead (from Analog Heart), Shattered Dreams (cover), Come Back To Me, Light On (Encore #1), A Daily Anthem (Encore #2). Declaration was on the set list, but not performed.
Dave debuted a brand new red guitar and a new forearm tattoo, of which there is much speculation. Word on the street is that it's comprised of the following verse: "So when your eulogy is being read - With your life's actions to rehash - Would you be proud of the things they say - About how you spent your dash?"
The banter was great, as usual. He asked Andy Skib how he spent his Christmas break, to which Skib replied, "None of your business" (that Andy is always a funny guy). He mentioned how cute Andy's dog, Amos, is and called himself "Uncle Dave." Dave's brother, Mother, and Stepfather were in attendance, enjoying the show within the crowd of fans. Never missing an opportunity to taunt his younger brother, Dave pointed out the new facial hair Andrew is sporting, calling it the best mustache ever.
Always the humble performer, he thanked the fans for flying in from all over the country (some as far as Florida) to support him while he does what he loves. This is one of his endearing qualities and a pivotal reason why "cookies" are so loyal. Dave never forgets his fans or their place in getting him to where he is.
Before the show, he sat down with someone from the Pechanga Casino and Resort to answer a few questions. Jokingly calling this his "comeback tour," revealing his New Year's Resolutions, and giving us a hint of what the next record will encompass.
The Anthemic: David Cook, lead singer - Neal Tiemann, lead guitar, backup singer - Andy Skib, keyboard, guitar, backup singer - Monty Anderson, bass - Kyle Peek, drums, backup singer
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