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We were there: Nelly at House of Blues

11:48 PM Mon, Sep 22, 2008 |  | 
Mallary Jean Tenore    E-mail  |  News tips

nellyblah.jpgSt. Louis and Brass Knuckles were the themes of Nelly's concert Monday night at House of Blues. The rapper, who grew up in St. Louis, mentioned the city and self-promoted his newest CD, Brass Nuckles, during almost every song and/or shoutout. Nelly opened with his more popular tunes, such as "Country Grammar" and "Shake Your Tailfeather," but stuck to tunes from his new album most of the night.

He was never alone while performing; he usually had four singers at his side who would take turns sharing the spotlight. At one point, he invited rapper Avery Storm on stage, as well as Big Tuck, a rapper from Dallas.

Nelly sometimes interrupted his songs mid-way, saying, "hold up, hold up." He'd either start talking to the audience about his new album, or he'd say he wanted to try out a different version of the song he had been singing. At one point, for instance, he started singing his "Take a Ride Wit Me" hit but then in the middle of it softened his voice and slowed the song's pace. The changes were jarring, but they added some variety to the show.

For a full review, look in Wednesday's paper or online Tuesday evening.

(Photo by Jonathan Mannion)



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