I was there! We had no idea what the concert was called, or why the event was happening, or even that B.B. King was going to be there, but we knew that there was always something going on in Placitas in those days. The best roadhouse in the whole state, the Thunderbird Bar, was there, the best place to hang out and sample the herbs was Dome Valley, and so it seemed pretty natural that there should be a get together there. We were surprised to see such a crowd, but we hunkered down in the shade of a juniper, rolled up a doobie, and watched the bands that were there. When B.B. hit the stage the crowd went crazy! I really did not think he was going to be there, there had been some pretty shady things done by promoters in those years, so when he actually showed up it caused quite a ruckus! Seeing these pictures really brought back memories. I can't remember too much about the performance itself....(you know...) but it was an awesome day!
This happened near (about 250 yards east of) what is now the intersection of Camino de las Huertas and Cedar Creek Road. You can see his performance here - ruclips.net/video/ZhKpaAzOG5E/видео.html
I've played outdoor concerts in Placitas in the 70s, what a magical place to be.
I was there! We had no idea what the concert was called, or why the event was happening, or even that B.B. King was going to be there, but we knew that there was always something going on in Placitas in those days. The best roadhouse in the whole state, the Thunderbird Bar, was there, the best place to hang out and sample the herbs was Dome Valley, and so it seemed pretty natural that there should be a get together there. We were surprised to see such a crowd, but we hunkered down in the shade of a juniper, rolled up a doobie, and watched the bands that were there. When B.B. hit the stage the crowd went crazy! I really did not think he was going to be there, there had been some pretty shady things done by promoters in those years, so when he actually showed up it caused quite a ruckus! Seeing these pictures really brought back memories. I can't remember too much about the performance itself....(you know...) but it was an awesome day!
I’d love to hear more Placitas history! Thanks for sharing
Thanks again for bringing this story to a wider audience. Who knew that B.B.King played Placitas? Now, I do!
Great job. Loved the history review of Placitas....us hippies
Pretty Neat. Thank you
This happened near (about 250 yards east of) what is now the intersection of Camino de las Huertas and Cedar Creek Road. You can see his performance here -
ruclips.net/video/ZhKpaAzOG5E/видео.html
Thanks!!!
He sure got around , have guitar will travel .
I bet this is propaganda from cia