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Bret Michaels’ Parti-Gras 2.0 Concert Review: Noblesville, Indiana, July 12, 2024

By Larry Philpot on July 15, 2024

Bret Michaels’ Parti Gras 2.0 tour rolled into Noblesville, Indiana, on July 12, 2024, bringing a night of rock nostalgia and high-energy performances to the Ruoff Music Center. While the venue wasn’t packed to capacity, the show delivered an unforgettable experience for those in attendance. If you weren’t there, you simply missed out.

Don Felder: The Rock Legend Opens the Night

Don Felder, former lead guitarist of the Eagles, kicked off the evening with a set that showcased his legendary status. Felder’s career highlights include co-writing the iconic “Hotel California” and contributing to the Eagles’ success with hits like “Life in the Fast Lane” and “Heartache Tonight”.

Fiile Photo: Rock Legend Don Felder, formerly of the Eagles, performs at the Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, Indiana on July 12, 2024. (Copyright 2024 Larry Philpot / SoundstagePhotography.com)

His set list for the night included:

Already Gone
Seven Bridges Road
Take it Easy
Heartache Tonight
Life in the Fast Lane
Hotel California

Felder’s performance was a masterclass in classic rock, setting the tone for the night.

( To read more on Don Felder, our sister website has a very nice, in depth one on one interview with the legendary writer and musician Chris LeDrew, from a decade ago. Available in two parts.

One-on-One With Ex-Eagles Guitarist Don Felder (Part 1)

One-on-One With Former Eagles Guitarist Don Felder (Part 2)

Chris Janson: Country Vibes and High Energy

Next up was country artist Chris Janson, known for his energetic stage presence and hit songs. Janson’s career took off with the release of “Buy Me a Boat,” and he has since become a staple in the country music scene with hits like “Fix a Drink” and “Drunk Girl”. His set list included:

Redneck Life
Great Balls of Fire
Fix a Drink
Whatcha See is Whatcha Get
All American Guy
Will the Circle Be Unbroken
Reel Bass Pro (sung with his son, Jesse)
Say About Me
All I Need is You
Just a Small Town Girl
Take a Drunk Girl Home
Purple Rain (Prince cover)
Buy Me a Boat

Janson’s performance was a crowd-pleaser, blending country charm with rock energy.

Fiile Photo: Country star Chris Jansen performs during the Marti Gras 2.0 Tour at the Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, Indiana on July 12, 2024. (Copyright 2024 Larry Philpot / SoundstagePhotography.com)

Bret Michaels: The Ultimate Showman

Bret Michaels, the charismatic frontman of Poison, took the stage with a set that included Poison classics and solo hits. Michaels’ time with Poison in the ’80s and ’90s produced timeless anthems like “Talk Dirty to Me” and “Every Rose Has Its Thorn”.

Fiile Photo: Bret Michaels of Poison performs during the Marti Gras 2.0 Tour at the Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, Indiana on July 12, 2024. (Copyright 2024 Larry Philpot / SoundstagePhotography.com)

The Parti Gras 2.0 tour is a celebration of his enduring legacy and love for live music. His set list included:

Talk Dirty to Me
Ride the Wind
Your Mama Don’t Dance

Michaels then introduced Lou Gramm, the former lead singer of Foreigner.

Lou Gramm: A Voice That Defies Time

At 74, Lou Gramm’s voice remains as powerful and wide-ranging as it was four decades ago. Gramm’s career with Foreigner, as co-founder and lead vocalist produced hits like “Cold as Ice” and “Juke Box Hero.”

Fiile Photo: Rock Legend Lou Gramm, 74, co-founder and original lead vocalist of the rock group Foreigner, performs at the Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, Indiana on July 12, 2024. (Copyright 2024 Larry Philpot / SoundstagePhotography.com)

He left the band in 1990 due to creative differences but remains a rock icon. His set list included:

Cold as Ice
Hot Blooded
Juke Box Hero

Gramm’s performance was a highlight of the night, proving that age is just a number.

Dee Snider: The Energetic Finale

Dee Snider of Twisted Sister closed the night with an electrifying performance. Known for his theatrical stage presence and hits like “We’re Not Gonna Take It,” Snider’s energy was infectious.

Fiile Photo: Twisted Sister frontman Dee Snider performs during the Marti Gras 2.0 Tour at the Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, Indiana on July 12, 2024. (Copyright 2024 Larry Philpot / SoundstagePhotography.com)

His set list included:

We’re Not Gonna Take It
I Wanna Rock
Highway to Hell (AC/DC cover)

The night ended with Michaels returning to the stage for a finale that included “Every Rose Has Its Thorn” and “Nothin’ But a Good Time.”

Conclusion and Rating: A+

Bret Michaels’ Parti Gras 2.0 concert in Noblesville was a night of rock legends and unforgettable performances. Despite the smaller crowd, the energy and passion of the artists made it a memorable experience for all who attended. Old rockers never die, they just go screaming into the night.