Zak Starkey live with: Johnny Marr + the Healers 2003 US Tour Details

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The Healers 2003 tour first hit the road in the US in January, then moved on the Australia and Japan, then the UK and finally back to the US in the spring! Details for ALL legs of the tour are available!

The Healers are currently touring as a four piece Johnny, Zak, Alonza and James Doviak on second guitar.

THE PHOTO GALLERY is up and running! Check out photos taken by me - Kathy VanTassell, and my partner in crime Deb Wakeford! A big THANK YOU to Deb for loaning me one of her digital cameras for this tour - ta!

US 2003 Winter Gigs

Jan 15, 2003 - Maxwell's - 1039 Washington St, Hoboken NJ

The first of three "warm-up" gigs for the tour! Tickets were $20.
A fantastic show! The band was tight, confident and relaxed, despite Johnny's admission of nerves over it being the first time they'd played the States. "Can't speak for everyone else, but I've been shittin' myself!" Well, you'd never have known it from his delivery or stage presence.
Set List: Long Gone, Here It Comes, Caught Up, Down On The Corner, All Out Attack, You Are The Magic, InBetweens, Another Day, Last Ride, Need It
Encore: Something To Shout About, Bangin' On

more photos in the gallery
The opening act (for the US dates) was Mellowdrone - VERY impressed! Check them out!
 

Jan 16, 2003 - Maxwell's - 1039 Washington St, Hoboken NJ

Tickets were $20. AN ABSOLUTELY KILLER SHOW!!! The opening night miss-cues were sorted out, and the band was on fire! Johnny was also having a grand time interacting with the crowd. Set List: Long Gone, Caught Up, Here It Comes, Down On The Corner, All Out Attack, You Are The Magic, InBetweens, Another Day, Last Ride, Need It Encore: Something To Shout About, Bangin' On more photos in the gallery

Jan 17, 2003 - Maxwell's - 1039 Washington St, Hoboken NJ

Tickets were $20. - SOLD OUT -
This was a sold out show, though the audience left a lot to be desired ... there to talk amongst themselves rather than rock I'm afraid. But the band came out smokin' and delivered another great one. Johnny's voice is still sounding strong and on. Zak walked on with video camera in hand filming the crowd and tech Martin continued filming the band from his vantage point at the side rear of the stage.
Set List: Long Gone, Caught Up, Here It Comes, Down On The Corner, All Out Attack, You Are The Magic, InBetweens, Another Day, Last Ride, Need It
Encore: Something To Shout About, Bangin' On

more photos in the gallery
 

Jan 18, 2003 - North Star Bar - 2639 Poplar St, Philadelphia PA

SOLD OUT -
This time the room was again full of energy and the band used every once to give back all they had. An incredible show to rival warm-up gig #2!!

more photos in the gallery

Set List: Long Gone, Caught Up, Here It Comes, Down On The Corner, All Out Attack, You Are The Magic, InBetweens, Another Day, Last Ride, Need It
Encore: Something To Shout About, Bangin' On
 

Jan 20, 2003 - Black Cat - 1831 14th St NW, Washington DC

Couldn't personally make this gig, but the intrepid Elizabeth did and kindly posted her reviews on the official forum, and some photos on her great site (she has photos from all the previous shows up as well!)
FINALLY! After appearing on the printed set lists for all previous shows, Johnny DID INDEED perform "Don't Think Twice, It's Alright" - with just he on his Rick, and Alonza on keyboards!
Set List: Long Gone, Caught Up, Here It Comes, Down On The Corner, All Out Attack, You Are The Magic, InBetweens, Don't Think Twice, Another Day, Last Ride, Need It
Encore: Something To Shout About, Bangin' On
 

Jan 21, 2003 - Bowery Ballroom - 6 Delancy St, New York, NY

SOLD OUT - This show was originally booked into the Mercury Lounge, but was soon moved it's bigger cousin. Another great show from the band to a relatively appreciative, though still horribly typical NYC sold out crowd (lots of talking and that "ok, so impress me attitude" not to mention the worst yet for shouting out song requests out of Johnny's past). Photos here were allowed as long as you didn't use the flash. However, the lighting made it a bit difficult to capture anything with the camera I had on me. Hopefully Elizabeth was able to capture a few good ones ... thebluegirl.com (she has photos from all the previous shows up as well!)
Johnny AGAIN made good on the printed set-list's promise of "Don't Think Twice", however it was performed AFTER "Another Day" this time.
Zak seemed to be beating his way through a large number of sticks, and the less than perfectly executed *trick* during "Need It" was amusing ...
Set List: Long Gone, Caught Up, Here It Comes, Down On The Corner, All Out Attack, You Are The Magic, InBetweens, Another Day, Don't Think Twice, Last Ride, Need It
Encore: Something To Shout About, Bangin' On
 

Jan 22 2003 - Mercury Lounge - 217 E.Houston St, New York, NY

- SOLD OUT - This has go to be the smallest, most intimate stage yet! And if that wasn't enough, the room has great sound! This show was pushed back 1.5 hours due to the band's last minute call to appear on The Late Show with David Letterman. The sound check was handled by only the techs, as the band never set foot on the stage until showtime! There was also an additional opening act - (Elizabeth Harper?). Mellodrone cut a song or two, as did the Healers (boo!). It seems all the running around had caught up with them, as they appeared ever so slightly worn out ...
Set List: Long Gone, Caught Up, Here It Comes, Down On The Corner, All Out Attack, You Are The Magic, InBetweens, Don't Think Twice, Last Ride, Need It
Encore: Bangin' On

more photos in the gallery
 

Jan 24 2003 - The Paradise - 969 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA

- SOLD OUT - From the smallest stage on to the largest so far - complete with drum riser and fancy lighting! There appeared to be some sound problems from where I was - up against the stage between Johnny and James. I had a difficult time hearing James, and then he would suddenly overpower everything on the stage. Not sure if that was a stage monitoring problem or if it effected the house sound, but it did eventually even out. As the set drew to a close, Johnny announced to the band 'Another Day', but the guitar wasn't ready, so he went on to "Don't Think Twice, It's Alright" again with Alonza on keys and Zak on light percussion. Afterward, he skipped straight to "Last Ride". Shame, I really love the bass groove of "Another Day".
Set List: Long Gone, Caught Up, Here It Comes, Down On The Corner, All Out Attack, You Are The Magic, InBetweens, Don't Think Twice, Last Ride, Need It
Encore: Something To Shout About, Bangin' On

more photos in the gallery
 

Jan 26 2003 - Lee's Palace - 529 Bloor St West, Toronto Ontario Canada

- SOLD OUT - Reports from the road say this was another great set, despite an ugly bottle throwing incident that nearly caught Johnny and Alonza! Unfortunately they again cut "Another Day" ;-(
Set List: Long Gone, Caught Up, Here It Comes, Down On The Corner, All Out Attack, You Are The Magic, InBetweens, Don't Think Twice, Last Ride, Need It
Encore: Something To Shout About, Bangin' On
Elizabeth was there so she will have pics at thebluegirl.com
 

Jan 27 2003 - Magic Stick - 4120 Woodward - Detroit, MI

Well, it seems 'Detroit Rock City' likes to rock sitting down. Hmmm ... strange. The majority of people dragged chairs onto the main floor and SAT for the show!?! The Healers managed to put up a good show anyway, even though they again cut "Another Day" ;-( from the set. The band actually physically LEFT the stage after 'Need It' and returned a few minutes later for their encore (maybe they needed to sit a spell?). Set List: Long Gone, Caught Up, Here It Comes, Down On The Corner, All Out Attack, You Are The Magic, InBetweens, Don't Think Twice, Last Ride, Need It Encore: Something To Shout About, Bangin' On more photos in the gallery

 

Jan 28 2003 - Double Door - 1572 N. Milwaukee - Chicago, IL

- SOLD OUT - An enthusiastic, energetic, upright crowd helped feed the band's own energies tonight! The venue sported a rather elaborate light show as compared to previous shows (which to some seemed a bit distracting - but consensus was that the light sticks around the drums was very cool!). The event was recorded by a local radio station for future broadcast (possibly XRT?? 2/2??). Besides cheekily claiming the authorship of "Don't Think Twice", Johnny reinstated "ANOTHER DAY" - yeah!
Set List: Long Gone, Caught Up, Here It Comes, Down On The Corner, All Out Attack, You Are The Magic, InBetweens, Don't Think Twice, Another Day, Last Ride, Need It
Encore: Something To Shout About, Bangin' On

 

Feb 01 2003 - Bimbo's 365 Club - 1025 Columbus Ave - San Francisco, CA

- SOLD OUT - Earlier in the day, we pasted the club to see the marquee proudly proclaiming "Jonny Marr and The Healers" - (yeah, you know, jonny, zach, alonzo and jimmy - LOL!) Luckily it was fixed by the time we arrived later for the show! Apparently this is another club that holds some tickets for sale at the BO the day of the show. We arrived around our usual time that had always put us at the front of the line, only to find a SEA of people in three separate lines. Luckily we had our tickets in hand. The venue is that vintage dance hall layout - with tables tiered along the side and from midhall to the back and a dancefloor up front. LUCKY for us, the majority of the 30 or so people ahead of us went straight for tables, leaving free our usual standing spot up front at the stage - WHEW! Unfortunately this was a 'no cameras' venue, and they again cut "ANOTHER DAY" - BOO!! Another strong, energetic, spot on show from the guys, and the crowd was lovin' it.
Set List: Long Gone, Caught Up, Here It Comes, Down On The Corner, All Out Attack, You Are The Magic, InBetweens, Don't Think Twice, Another Day, Last Ride, Need It
Encore: Something To Shout About, Bangin' On

 

Feb 02 2003 - The Troubadour - 9081 Santa Monica Blvd - Los Angeles, CA

SOLD OUT - This show was a late addition to the itinerary. Originally intended as the date for the DVD taping.
Well, LA Fans turned out to be the most fanatical! We made a point to arrive a bit earlier than our usual, only to find ourselves behind about 12-15 fans, some of which had been there since early afternoon!!! They also proved to be some of the friendliest, with amazingly diverse taste in music. Very cool.
The atmosphere in the club was great, and the crowd really got into the show. ( "Another Day" - was sacrificed again...) Celebrities spotted that night included Nils Lofgren, and even Adam Grey (the Healers 2000 tour second guitarist).
One of the highlights: The opening act - Mellowdrone - Jon and Scott are the nicest guys and can really rock. Was impressed by the very first Maxwells performance, and they just got stronger and stronger as the tour went on. Tonight they were on fire and the crowd knew and appreciated it to the max. Absolutely amazing! These guys won't be opening acts for much longer - Keep your eye out for 'em. Johnny too has been praising them, and tonight, he invited Jon onstage to sing backup during the gorgeous rendition of "Don't Think Twice, It's Alright". Beautiful.
Set List: Long Gone, Caught Up, Here It Comes, Down On The Corner, All Out Attack, You Are The Magic, InBetweens, Don't Think Twice (featuring Jon from Mellowdrone), Another Day, Last Ride, Need It
Encore: Something To Shout About, Bangin' On
more photos in the gallery

Feb 03 2003 - The Troubadour - 9081 Santa Monica Blvd - Los Angeles, CA

- SOLD OUT - In the end, THIS is the show they taped for an upcoming DVD release!! YEAH!
We arrived earlier than any other gig, placing us about 6th on line. Fan #1 had been there since 2:30PM!! Again, hard-core, friendly, musically interesting people on line. The video crew came out prior to the doors opening to get some 'fan reactions' on tape. Once inside, our favorite standing spots were taped off for the camera guys - damn! So I spent the night 2 feet to the left of my fave spot, with only a now and again glimpse of Alonza, a slightly limited view of Johnny, a full view of Zak and James, and the back ass of a pro-video cam nearly knocking me in the head. But the band was really grooving, and the crowd was fired up as well. Jon of Mellowdrone (whose opening set was killer!!) once again joined Johnny for "Don't Think Twice". Should be a can't miss DVD!! Celebs spotted tonight included Clem Burke.
Johnny was not pleased at being bathed in bright white light for most of the show and politely asked on a few occations for the crew to 'turn the fucking lights down' !
Set List: Long Gone, Caught Up, Here It Comes, Down On The Corner , All Out Attack, You Are The Magic, InBetweens, Don't Think Twice (with Jon of Mellowdrone), Another Day, Last Ride, Need It
Encore: Something To Shout About, Bangin' On

 

More US DATES!!!!

The band returned for another round of dates in April and May of 2003!
 See details 

2003 TV, Radio and personal Appearances

Jan 22 2003 - TV APPEARANCE: The Late Show with David Letterman - CBS

This is taped live in the afternoon, and shown later in the evening.
 
 They performed "Last Ride" - no interview.
 

Jan 24 2003 - Radio interview - 92.5 The River

This interview with Johnny was taped before the Boston show, but was aired on Monday 1/27 at 9AM. 

Jan 26 2003 - INSTORE APPEARANCE - HMV - 333 Yonge St, Toronto - 2PM

- This was an in-store signing, and Johnny, Zak and Alonza attended.
Johnny later also appeared at radio stations Edge 102's street level studios (3:40) for an interview.

Feb 4 2003 - TAPING for The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn - CBS

Aired Feb 10, 2003!
They performed "Down on The Corner" and was aired Feb 10th on this late late night CBS show

 

Feb 4 2003 - INSTORE APPEARANCE - Sunset Virgin Megastore - Los Angeles CA 7PM

(wristbands became available 1/30 with pre-order purchase!)
February 4th Johnny Marr and the Healers appeared at the Sunset Megastore to sign copies of his debut solo album, "Boomslang". (Originally announced to include an acoustic performance, but was soon changed t a signing only). Attendees had to pre-purchase a copy of "Boomslang" beginning 1/30 at the Sunset Megastore (only), where they were then given a wristband guaranteeing admission. The event was a success and Johnny & crew stuck around 3.5 hours to make sure everyone had their chance to meet and greet!!

|see also  2003 US Winter Shows |
|see also  2003 Australia & Japan Shows  |
|see also  2003 Euro & UK Shows |
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