Diary of an Ardent Fan

Date of Concert: October 14, 2023
Location of Concert: The King Of Clubs in Columbus, OH
Openers: Karma 10 and Pettibone (Two Local Bands)

I FINALLY saw Mike Tramp in concert.

He is the singer/songwriter/founder of White Lion, has had other bands before and after White Lion, and has been a solo artist since the late 90s.

This year is the first time he has toured America extensively in many years so I did not want to miss this.

I was supposed to see him earlier this year, but I had pneumonia and could not go.

I’m sorry I missed him that time, but wow, he was worth the wait.

He and his great band played a bunch of White Lion songs (he’s supporting his Songs Of White Lion album which are re-arranged versions of White Lion songs), as well as one solo song.

All great songs, in my opinion.

Mike told tons of stories (He should write a book!!) and he and the band were definitely having fun on stage.

Mike said this tour was a test run and that more is to come, so that’s great news.

This was definitely another one of my favorite shows.

Even the local bands, Pettibone and Karma 10, were good too.

White Lion is definitely a favorite band of mine and Mike has always been a great singer/songwriter.

Some of his lyrics are still very topical (When The Children Cry, Cry For Freedom, Love Don’t Come Easy, and on and on)

Please seek out his music (I’ve included his discography below).

And SURPRISE: Mike announced near the end of the show that he was going to come out and have a beer with everyone, free of charge. Meaning he was coming out and hanging with everyone, signing stuff, and taking pictures.

Now, I know he’s been doing paid meet and greets, and maybe this was one of those, but I was able to meet him, get him to sign my concert ticket (sorry I had nothing else) and got pictures taken with him for free.

I told him how much of a fan I am and about being sick earlier this year so I had to miss him. He said “I know what you mean brother”. He thanked me and I left

See, that’s really going the extra mile for your fans.

Most bands/artists don’t do this.

He clearly cares about his fans and I appreciate that very much.

Not everyone stuck around, and I understand that because they have things to do, like getting home for one.

But many did stick around, as did I, because I was not going to miss this opportunity to meet and thank one of my favorite singers and songwriters.

I’m glad I did it and if Mike ever reads this, I again want to thank him for all the great music, the great show, and for taking the time to meet his fans.

Thank you so much sir and please keep on rocking!!

P.S. Since posting this, Mike did read my review, thanked me, and even shared it on his Facebook page too!! Thank you sir. I added his comment and share to the picture gallery.

Discography

Mabel

Another Fine Mess!
Message From The Heart
Mabel 4-Ever
We Are The 80s
Extranos

Studs

Studs

White Lion

Fight To Survive
Pride
Big Game
Mane Attraction
Remembering White Lion (Re-records of White Lion songs. Also known as Last Roar.)
Rocking The USA (Double Live Album under the name Tramp’s White Lion)
The Definitive Rock Collection (Best of double album that also includes a live show from The Ritz in the 80s)
Return Of The Pride

Freak Of Nature