Gov't Mule and Dark Side of the Mule at Red Rocks 8-7-23

Michael Yanko

Rock Legends Photographers

Red Rocks was on my bucket list for many years. In early July I got an email from Gov't Mule stating that they were going to be playing there on 8-7-23 doing their Dark Side of the Mule performance. I thought this might be the perfect opportunity to cross this one off my list. After doing a little research I found out that not only was Jason Bonham opening the show with his Led Zeppeling Evening, Joe Bonamassa was playing there the night before. The decision was made, and 15 minutes later I had flights, car rental, and a hotel all booked. I was very excited to cross this one off my list and enjoy 2 nights of amazing music. I had seen Gov't Mule several times before, but I had heard that the DSOTM shows are spectacular. I was very excited for this 2 great days of music.

Unlike the previous rainy night the weather was perfect. Special guest Jason Bonham and his Led Zeppelin Evening opened the show with an amazing tribute to Zeppelin. This was the perfect band to preface the amazing performance we were all about to experience. 

Bourbon & Beyond 2018 Features All-Star Music Lineup

Following its highly successful initial festival in 2017, the second annual Bourbon & Beyond is scheduled for Saturday, September 22, 2018 and Sunday, September 23, 2018 at Louisville, Kentucky's Champions Park. The larger-than-life lineup features supporting acts that are as prominent as the headliners.

Wanee Music Festival 2017 Overview: A Tribute to Butch Trucks

April 21 and 22, 2017

Spirit of the Suwanee Music Park

Live Oak, Florida

by Michelle Wilson of Rock Legends Photographers

The pilgrimage to Wanee Music Festival has become a sacred tradition for thousands of people since the inaugural 2005 event at the Spirit of the Suwanee Music Park in Live Oak, Florida. Founded by Gregg Allman and the late Butch Trucks, fans from ALL walks of life converge on the magical, mystical park and enjoy several days of reefer-hazed, alcohol-soaked friendship, fun and of course, MUSIC. Because music is, unequivocally, the universal language, and the jam-based live entertainment at Wanee was the heart and soul of Butch Trucks. So it was only fitting that the event was a tribute to and celebration of the man, the myth, the legend, Mr. Claude Hudson “Butch” Trucks.

The 28th Annual Christmas Jam Rocked the House Down

Warren Haynes

The 28^th Annual Warren Haynes Christmas Jam that took place on December 10, 2016 at the US Cellular Center in beautiful Asheville North Carolina came through with a bang for a night of stellar performances of all kinds.  The event, which is known for having musicians from all backgrounds collaborating to create improvisational jams amongst themselves, kept the fans happy dancing through out the entire long night of music.  The Christmas Jam is and always has been a benefit to support the Habitat for Humanity Foundation.  The event has brought in over 2 Million dollars for the cause throughout the years. 

Gov't Mule - Smokin' Mule 2016 Summer Tour

 Maine State Pier, PORTLAND, ME - - August 11, 2016


Photographic images created by Conall O'Brien. 
Review written by Michael Hanson and Conall O'Brien.

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Warren Haynes | Gov't Mule performing August 11, 2016 at The Maine State Pier

Southern-Rock jam band Gov’t Mule (pronounced Government Mule), returns to Portland, Maine to kickoff the Smokin' Mule 2016 Summer Tour.

 

Warren Haynes' 26th Annual Benefit Continues Tradition

Warren Haynes with Billy and The Kids

The 26^th Annual Christmas Jam presented by Warren Haynes returned to the US Cellular Center in Asheville, North Carolina for what was unpredictably one of the most diverse events in the show’s long history.  The night was a mixed bag full of musical collaborations and musical styles.  2014’s event was chock full tributes.  The musicians paid homage to rock and roll legends throughout the night, especially Phish, The Beatles, and Neal Young. 

Gov't Mule Halloween Extravaganza with Neil Young Tribute

Mulaween took place on October 31, 2014 at The Taft Theater with special guest Jackie Greene (touring member of Black Crowes, Mark Knopfler, BB King, Ratdog, Buddy Guy, etc). The first set included Mule songs and the second set was all Neil Young. The band played for three and a half hours and played 37 songs. They played every classic Neil Young song including "Hey Hey My My, Down by the River, Southern Man, Ohio, Heart of Gold, Rockin in the Free World, " and many more. The encore of "Cortez the Killer" was a crowd and personal favorite. Check out the setlist at Mule Net.

Images by Doug Siegel

The 25th Annual Warren Haynes Christmas Jam

Warren Haynes

The annual Warren Haynes Christmas Jam returned to the US Cellular Center (formerly the Asheville Civic Center) in December for its 25^th year.  The event has one again expanded to two nights plus the Pre-Jam on Thursday night at the Orange Peel.  The Christmas Jam has been one of the integral events in Asheville’s annual musical calendar since its much smaller debut in 1989.  Every year features sought-after bands and musicians of all types collaborating together to create a musical experience like no other.  Local hero and Gov’t Mule front man Warren Haynes has manufactured an event that not only gives people the best in musical talent, but also gives back to the community.  All proceeds from the event go to the Habitat for Humanity, which is a non-profit organization that aims to assist people with affordable housing.  The X-mas Jam has become so popular over the years that tickets are guaranteed to sell out weeks before the event.

I'll Have a Beach Breeze with My Gov't Mule

Warren Haynes with Gov't Mule

Saturday at the 2013 Hangout Festival was full of classic rock and roll on the main Hangout Stage.  On this beautiful afternoon on the beach, Gov’t Mule’s hard guitar licks took over from 3:30-4:45.  The southern rock band is led by possibly one of the hardest working men in show business, Warren Haynes on lead guitar and vocals.  He is also known for his time playing with The Allman Brothers and The Dead.  Gov’t Mule also features Matt Abts on drums, Danny Louis on keys and rhythm guitar, and Jorgen Carlsson on bass.  This Hangout performance really showcased Haynes’ daunting guitar skill with his consistent wailing guitar solos and effects.  These veterans play so well together as a band that it makes any rock and roll lover an instant fan.  One highlight of the show was the song “Soulshine,” originally done by Larry McCray.

More Hangout Festival 2013 Coverage

Hangout Festival 2013 coverage of Stevie Wonder, Kings of Leon, Trey Anastasio, The Black Crowes, Tom Petty, The Shins, Passion Pit, Jim James, Public Enemy, Toots, The Breeders, The Roots, Dirty Projectors, Gov't Mule, Ellie Goulding, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Galactic, Grouplove and more.....Please also check out my more in-depth coverage at JamBase and Rolling Stone Online.

Images by Doug Siegel

Gov't Mule Festivals & Tour Dates - Warren Haynes - Gov't Mule Tickets - Photos & News

 Links to Gov't Mule photo galleries and streaming audio below (full shows).

GOV'T MULE @ SUMMERCAMP, HOOKAHVILLE & THE AZKENA ROCK FESTIVAL
- PERFORMANCE & SIGNING @ VINTAGE VINYL IN ST LOUIS
- GOV'T MULE ON WORLD CAFÉ LIVE
- GOV'T MULE ON THE ROAD | MULETRACKS GOING LIVE

 Warren Haynes - Gov't Mule Ticktes

GOV'T MULE @ SUMMERCAMP, HOOKAHVILLE & THE AZKENA ROCK FESTIVAL

 Gov't Mule - Warren Haynes

Gov't Mule will be performing at SummerCamp in Chillicothe, Illinois on Friday May 28th. Tickets are available now:

The following day, Saturday May 29th, Gov't Mule will be performing at Hookahville with a 2-set performance.

 Warren Haynes - Gov't Mule Tickets

Finally, Gov't Mule will once again perform at The Azkena Rock Festival this June along with Kiss, Chris Isaak, The Damned & Many More.

Many More Summer Tour Dates Coming Soon!
PERFORMANCE & SIGNING @ VINTAGE VINYL IN ST LOUIS

 Gov't Mule - Warren Haynes and Matt Abts

Those of you in St Louis can head to Vintage Vinyl on Monday February 8th @ 6pm for a signing and performance with Gov't Mule. Vintage Vinyl will be selling CD's and Vinyl copies of "By A Thread" at Gov't Mule's show @ The Pageant on Saturday February 6th (Click here for tickets), and anyone who buys a copy at the show is guaranteed entrance into the in-store.
GOV'T MULE ON WORLD CAFÉ LIVE

Gov't Mule's performance, as well as an interview with Warren, from World Café Live back in December will start broadcasting Thursday February 4th, on NPR's World Café Program. You can connect online to the WXPN Philadelphia Stream Monday through Friday 2-4pm EST.
GOV'T MULE ON THE ROAD | MULETRACKS GOING LIVE

 Jorgen Carlsson - Gov't Mule

Gov't Mule is on the road right now (Cincinnati, OH tonight, Grand Rapids, MI tomorrow). Gov't Mule tour dates below:

More Gov't Mule Photos:

Warren Haynes Christmas Jam - Gov't Mule - 2005


Gov't Mule - Warren Haynes at Bele Chere Festival in Asheville, NC


Warren Haynes - Gov't Mule at Bonnaroo Music Festival + Streaming Audio  (whole show streaming audio restarts when fully downloaded to browser)


Warren Haynes Photos - Gov't Mule at Rothbury Festival 2009


Warren Haynes Christmas Jam Photos 2006 Xmas Jam 

Warren Haynes Christmas Jam 2007 - Gov't Mule - Xmas Jam Photos 2007 


Warren Haynes Christmas Jam 2008 - Gov't Mule - Xmas Jam Photos 2008

Gov't Mule - Warren Haynes Photos - Langerado Festival + Streaming Audio (whole show) restarts when downloaded to browser.

 Matt Abts

GOV'T MULE TOUR DATES

GOV'T MULE BY A THREAD WINTER 2010 TOUR DATES

DATE    CITY    VENUE    MULE TIX    PUBLIC
01/29    Cincinnati, OH    Taft Theatre        On Sale Now

01/30*    Grand Rapids, MI    The Orbit Room        On Sale Now

02/02!    Cleveland, OH    House of Blues        On Sale Now

02/03!    Milwaukee, WI    The Rave        On Sale Now

 Danny Louis - Gov't Mule

02/04+    Champaign, IL    Canopy Club        On Sale Now

02/05+!    Chicago, IL    Dare To Dream Benefit
- House of Blues        On Sale Now

02/06+    St. Louis, MO    The Pageant        On Sale Now

02/09!    Davenport, IA    Capitol Theatre        On Sale Now

02/10!    Lawrence, KS    Liberty Hall        On Sale Now

02/12    Englewood, CO    Gothic Theatre        On Sale Now

02/13**    Denver, CO    The Fillmore        On Sale Now

02/14    Aspen, CO    Belly Up        SOLD OUT

02/17***    Tulsa, OK    Flytrap Ballroom        On Sale Now

02/18***    Dallas, TX    House of Blues        On Sale Now

02/19***    Austin, TX    Stubbs Walter Creek
Amphitheatre        On Sale Now

02/20***    Houston, TX    House of Blues        On Sale Now

04/16    Live Oak, FL     Wanee Festival        On Sale Now

 Warren Haynes - Gov't Mule Tour Dates

04/29    New Orleans, LA    New Orleans Jazz
& Heritage Festival        On Sale Now

05/28    Chillicothe, IL    SummerCamp        On Sale Now

05/29    Thornville, OH    Hookahville        On Sale Now

06/04-06/06    Hunter, NY    Mountain Jam VI        On Sale Now

06/24    Vittoria, Spain    Azkena Rock Festival        On Sale Now

07/24    Churchill Downs, KY    The HullabaLOU Festival        On Sale Now

W/ The Dave Matthews Band
07/27    Atlanta, GA    Aaron's Amphitheatre @ Lake Wood        On Sale 2/26/10
07/28    Tampa, FL    Ford Amphitheatre        On Sale 2/26/10
07/30    West Palm Beach, FL    Cruzan Amphitheatre        On Sale 2/26/10
07/31    West Palm Beach, FL    Cruzan Amphitheatre        On Sale 2/26/10
* w/ Larry McCray - 1.30
+ w/ Jackie Greene - 2.04, 2.05, 2.06
! w/ The Steepwater Band - 2.02, 2.03, 2.05, 2.09, 2.10
** w/ The North Mississippi All-Stars - 2.13
*** w/ Carney - 2.17, 2.18, 2.19, 2.20

Warren Haynes Christmas Jam Photo Gallery

The Warren Haynes Christmas Jam this December was the 2oth anniversary of the benefit concert Warren Haynes has held each year to raise money for Habitat for Humanity.

The two day concert feature such guests as The Allman Brothers, John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin, Travis Tritt, Robben Ford, Derek Trucks Band, Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk and many more.

See the full Warren Haynes Xmas Jam gallery here:

http://www.performanceimpressions.com/Warren_Haynes_Xmas_Jam_Photos_2008/

and past years at Performance Impressions Concert Photography Galleries