Sat October 1, Nashville, TN - Ryman Auditorium
With guests Pat McLaughlin and support by Mindy Smith

(I think I may have missed a song... I think he sang The Other Side of Town at this show too - it would be number 7 - but can't remember - would appreciate a little memory refresher here if anyone else took down the set list - :~) thanks)

By: Greg Blanchard........a fan
As usual John Prine gave a sensational concert for all his fans new and old. Mr Prine played for 2.5 hours to a foot tapping and hand clapping crowd who many times joined him in the words of his songs. It was a sellout crowd and by the way the people reacted during the concert it was plain to see he was a tremendous hit as usual. Many "thanks" to john Prine for a really great concert and I know all his fans were thrilled as he gave it his all Saturday night at Ryman auditorium.

By: Bruce
Outstanding! As high as my expectations were, this show exceeded them. Mindy Smith was a wonderful opening act, and her inclusion in Prine's performances of a number his songs from Fair & Square added a special touch to the evening. I also loved her duet with John on "Angel From Montgomery". The band was in first-class form, and it was a joy to see them "jam" on the fast pace tunes like "Bear Creek Blues" and "She Is My Everything". And, of course, John Prine is a national treasure. It is obvious how much fun he is having on that stage, and that feeling spreads throughout the venue. He hasn't lost a step over the years. His delivery of the songs is perfection, and the banter between gives the audience a peek into what a clever, funny, and kind man that John Prine truly is. I just can't wait to see him again!

By: sharon
Once again John was AMAZING! and MINDY was unbelievable also. WE LOVE YOU JOHN! and thanks for singing GOLD!

By: RK
It was excellent. I have been a Prine fan for more years than I care to remember, and I have seen him live many times, but this was one of his best. The Ryman is such a great place for a show too. There isn't a bad seat in the house. Oh yea, Mindy Smith is hot. She live in Nashville? She married? Come on John, help a fan out!

By: CTM
Awesome

By: Lolita
John Prine concert in Nashville 2005 Fabulous. So entertaining.

Fri June 10 - Manchester, TN - Bonnaroo

Venue: Bonnaroo, Manchester, TN
Date: 6/10/2005

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John Prine Live at Bonnaroo now available for download (and $$) at Bonnaroo's website here

By: BRET GLADSTONE
http://news.yahoo.com/news?tmpl=story&u=/ap/20050623/ap_en_mu/music_the_bonnaroo_experience_3 
  Bonnaroo Diary entry for 4:46 p.m. 
  Sidestage within "That Tent," My Morning Jacket frontman Jim James nods deeply along with the signature gravelly monotone of country legend John Prine, seeming to contain within it all the rustic wear, dark humor and heartbreak that courses through the body of his lyrical work. James, and the rest of the fixated tent, sing in unison along with a heartfelt rendition of the Prine classic "Angel from Montgomery" in celebration of the fact that the songsmith still possesses his verve, irreverence, and, thank God, venom. The set also finds Prine dusting off the classic "Your Flag Decal Won't get You into Heaven Anymore" for the first time in 25 years. He dedicates the occasion to Bush, quipping, "It wasn't a formal request, but believe me, he's asking for it." Moments later a crack of lightning splits the gray afternoon sky, ushering in a brief downpour. "Well," Prine says, "I guess we got our answer."

By: Tyler
John Prine is quite simply the best ever. I was 10 feet from Johnny during this performance and it was absolutely amazing. The best I have ever heard Johnny. It was so wonderful. It is right at the top of my best of Bonnaroo list tied for first with Dave Matthews Band. Paradise was so beautiful. I love John Prine.

By: jc 
John makes me cry everytime I listen to him. I really can't say that for any other artist. This is a great show, only sorry I wasn't there to see it in person. Its interesting that they mention Your Flag Decal Wont Get You Into Heaven Anymore, and the fact that its been in "retirement" (not really, as others have stated). But before the song, John says "We'll see what we can do to bring the storm on" at the end of the song you can hear thunder clap, and John says "I guess we got our answer..." pretty cool in my opinion! $12 doesn't buy you much these days...this is worth it!

By: vinceums 
What a treat it was to see John Prine at Bonnaroo this year. Best set of the festival, IMO.

By: Perkins 
After seeing many of the best acts at Bonnaroo, including The Allman Bros, Keller Williams, Saul Williams, and Yonder Mountain String Band, John Prine's performance has stuck out in our minds as the landmark performance. I was constantly questioning whether or not he was as old as he is, because he had the enthusiasm of a 20 year old musician, with the legendary atmospheric qualities of Bob Dylan or Johnny Cash. The crowd was the most interactive of any of the other crowds I was a part of, singing along and cheering so wildly that you would have thought every person attending Bonnaroo was at that very stage. I, being only 17, was standing next to a group of men in their 50s. We kept looking at each other and going "Can you believe this?". Neither of us could. He was electrifying, and in my opinion stole the festival.

By: Protondecay123
So hard to put into words my feelings for this incredible performance. Lake Marie put a lump in my throat and Paradise made my eyes well up with tears. Simply Outstanding!

Yeah Little Buddy gonna get your chance, make the pubescents all wet their pants!"