Blast of ’90s Greatness Greets Red Rocks Amphitheatre

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Remember the ’90s?

Back then, navigating the Internet felt like swimming through a chorus of beeps before connecting. Comedians could say whatever they wanted without worrying about being canceled for stepping out of the norm.

Musicians toured without lecturing crowds on how they should vote or live their lives.

Back then, trigger warnings were unheard of, but the 1994 comedy “PCU” foreshadowed the rise of today’s social awakening movement.

And here we are.

In a modern twist, the 1998 action-comedy “Rush Hour” has received a 21st-century cautionary note from USA Network.

While we all enjoy buddy movies, it’s important to note that this film originates from a different era. Some portrayals, language, and humor might strike us as outdated or potentially offensive today.

For nearly three decades, viewers enjoyed this movie without any content warnings. Now, a significant television network thinks such cautions are essential. Could they issue the same advice for “Rush Hour 2” and “Rush Hour 3”? Which other films might follow suit?

Yeah, we miss the ’90s. Badly.

The reason for the enthusiastic reception of the triple bill at Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Friday was because it showcased the Spin Doctors, Gin Blossoms, and Blues Traveler, a lineup that harkens back to the wild ’90s.

Back in the day, The Spin Doctors produced hit pop tunes such as “Two Princes” and “Little Miss Can’t Be Wrong,” demonstrating that their devoted fans were still standing by them even after all these years, proving their love for rock music.

Robin Wilson, the timeless frontman of The Gin Blossoms, expressed a similar thought. During their performance, they held back their biggest hit, “Hey, Jealousy,” for last. Prior to that, energetic songs such as “Follow You Down” and “Found Out About You” managed to keep the audience dancing enthusiastically.

The opening acts performed exceptionally well. Instead of improvising with their famous songs, they stuck closely to what the audience expected, playing them faithfully as planned.

Ultimately, it’s the fans who hold significant importance, and we couldn’t overlook the special day – July 4, 2025. It was crucial for us to remember this national holiday, filling the stage with dazzling firework displays in celebration.

Blues Traveler kicked off their performance with the lively tune “America (F\*\* Yeah)” from “South Park” and “Team America: World Police.” The American flag was visible on stage, and frontman John Popper performed the National Anthem skillfully on his harmonica.

He also expressed gratitude to the audience for attending their event on a crisp summer evening, subtly alluding to a minor health issue that almost caused him to miss it.

As a die-hard fan, I can’t wait to keep grooving to their unique renditions of “Hot for Teacher” and “Mary Jane’s Last Chance,” alongside the band’s electrifying hit “Runaround.” The show simply can’t miss!

On a single evening, it felt like the ’90s had returned. There was no need for social commentary or cautionary statements. Instead, we enjoyed timeless tunes of classic rock, pop, and blues, all played with exceptional skill.

We don’t always need Doc Brown’s time machine for nights like this.

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2025-07-05 22:03