BRET MICHAELS
With FireHouse
Mohegan Sun Arena
Uncasville, Connecticut
February 9, 2024
Photos & Review by Tom Bogus
UNCASVILLE, Conn. – Mohegan Sun Arena was set ablaze by the “Parti-Gras Tour” igniting the stage with a double dose of rock ‘n’ roll energy. Kicking off the night was FireHouse, led by original members Bill Leverty and Michael Foster, alongside Allen McKenzie and Nate Peck filling in for vocalist C.J. Snare who is out for some shows do to a surgery. Peck’s vocals soared through hits like “All She Wrote” and “Don’t Treat Me Bad,” setting the perfect tone for a night of nostalgia and high-octane performances.
FIREHOUSE photo gallery
As the crowd buzzed with anticipation, Bret Michaels and his band took over, delivering a show-stopping performance that had the audience on their feet from start to finish. With Michaels leading the charge on vocals, Pete Evick on guitar, Norman Voss on bass guitar, Proud Mary on drums, and guest keyboardist Tyson Leslie from Vixen, the stage was set for an unforgettable night.
Opening with the iconic “Talk Dirty to Me,” Michaels and his band tore through a setlist packed with Poison hits, including “Every Rose Has Its Thorn” and “Nothin’ but a Good Time.” A surprise cover of “Sweet Home Alabama” added an extra thrill, leaving fans cheering for more.
The synergy between band members was undeniable, with each musician bringing their A-game and feeding off the electric energy of the crowd. From Michaels’ charismatic stage presence to the blistering guitar solos and thunderous drum beats, every moment was a testament to the enduring power of rock music.
As the final chords of “Sweet Home Alabama” echoed through the arena, it was clear that the “Parti-Gras Tour” had delivered an unforgettable night of music and memories. With FireHouse and Bret Michaels leaving their mark on Mohegan Sun Arena, fans left with hearts full and voices hoarse, already counting down the days until their next rock ‘n’ roll adventure.
BRET MICHAELS photo gallery
Setlists:
FireHouse
1. All She Wrote
2. Shake & Tumble
3. Oughta Be a LawAll
4. Home Is Where the Heart Is
5. Overnight Sensation
6. Lover’s Lane
7. Love of a Lifetime
8. Don’t Treat Me Bad
9. Reach for the Sky
Bret Michaels
1. Talk Dirty to Me (Poison song)
2. Ride the Wind (Poison song)
3. Look What the Cat Dragged In (Poison song)
4. Your Mama Don’t Dance (Loggins & Messina cover)
5. Something to Believe In (Poison song)
6. Unskinny Bop (Poison song)
7. Drum Solo
8. Every Rose Has Its Thorn (Poison song)
9. Nothin’ but a Good Time (Poison song)
10. Sweet Home Alabama (Lynyrd Skynyrd song)