New Year’s Eve with Blackberry Smoke

Georgia band Blackberry Smoke brings its Be Right Here tour to the Macon City Auditorium on Dec. 31, 2024! Though they’ve had their biggest success in the country market, the guys in Blackberry Smoke are rock ‘n’ rollers at heart. When they hit the concert stage, that becomes immediately apparent, but of course, so does the twangy side of their sound. Ultimately, what comes across is a roots-rocking blend that incorporates the influences of classic Southern rock, ’70s/’80s heartland rockers and yes, a dash of modern country. And whether they’re delivering a chugging good-time tune like “Rock and Roll Again” or a reflective ballad like “Let Me Down Easy,” what comes through the loudest is the band’s authenticity. These ol’ boys are the real deal, playing it their own way with no nonsense and no rock-star moves. And since they do exactly what they feel, don’t be surprised if that extends to covers of songs by their favorite artists such as Little Feat, The Grateful Dead or Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers.