With A Little Help From His Friends?
Playing alone for the first time proved to be quite successful for Don VanPelt last night. Usually accompanied by his trusty and talented partner, Doug Sibble, VanPelt gave his solo act a shot and played as one at a private party. While true fans definitely enjoy the Bad For Business duo, the absence of Sibble didn’t dampen the festivities of the evening at all. VanPelt was able to entertain the crowd in an excellent acoustic fashion, and between showcasing his own vocal talent and with a variety of guest singers he covered quite a bit of musical ground thoughout the evening. High amounts of alcohol and a low volume for the second mic make this slightly more tolerable for the crowd.
Many new songs appeared in the set list, some alternate versions of old favorites, and several impromptu requests were played, much to delight of the fans. A beautiful night, full night of music and sing-along, marked the end of a great summer music season and a series of extremely fun outdoor parties. Rave reviews were heard following the performance. Fans are hoping that VanPelt will continue to make the music rounds, both with and without the full Bad For Business act. Chances are Sibble won’t want to miss another show….