John Mellencamp's Dancing Words Tour Preview: A Special Open Rehearsal in Evansville
John Mellencamp recently held a special open rehearsal in Evansville, Indiana as a preview to his upcoming Dancing Words tour. Fans were invited to attend the performance for free by bringing a nonperishable item to donate to the Evansville Rescue Mission. Mellencamp assured fans that he would be including many classic hits in his setlist, some of which he hadn't performed in years. The rehearsal show featured a mix of beloved tunes, including hits like "Small Town" and "R.O.C.K. in the U.S.A." Mellencamp also surprised the audience by performing songs he hadn't played in over a decade, such as "Love and Happiness" and "I Need a Lover."
The highlight of the evening was Mellencamp's rendition of Van Morrison's "Wild Night," a song he hadn't performed live in over 20 years. The cover was a chart-topping hit for Mellencamp in 1994, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. The full setlist from the open rehearsal show included a mix of classic tracks like "Jack & Diane," "Pink Houses," and "Hurts So Good." Mellencamp's Dancing Words tour is set to kick off on July 10 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and will wrap up on August 12 in Mountain View, California.
Overall, the open rehearsal gave fans a taste of what to expect from Mellencamp's upcoming tour, with a mix of classic hits and rare performances. The event was a special opportunity for fans to see the rock legend in an intimate setting before he hits the road for his summer tour.