For fans of electrifying live music, Live Nuggets on JamFest Radio Station is the ultimate destination every Tuesday night at 9 PM EST. This weekly show delivers a special handpicked live concert, aired in its entirety, celebrating the greatest performances in music history. Tonight’s feature is none other than Stevie Ray Vaughan: Live at Montreux 1985—a show that stands as one of the most unforgettable performances of Vaughan’s career and a testament to his unparalleled mastery of blues guitar.
The Historic Night – Stevie Ray Vaughan’s Blistering 1985 Montreux Jazz Festival Set
On July 17, 1985, the world witnessed Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble take the stage at the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland, delivering a set that has since become the stuff of legend. Unlike his first appearance at Montreux in 1982—where he was met with a mixed reception—this time, Vaughan was hailed as a guitar hero at the peak of his powers, thrilling the audience with his ferocious guitar licks, soulful vocals, and unrelenting passion for the blues.
The set opened with a high-octane rendition of “Scuttle Buttin'”, instantly captivating the crowd with Vaughan’s blistering speed and jaw-dropping fretwork. From there, he led fans through an awe-inspiring journey of blues classics and original hits, each track overflowing with raw energy and deep emotion.
A Setlist of Blues Mastery – Iconic Songs You’ll Hear Tonight
- “Scuttle Buttin'” – The electrifying instrumental that set the stage on fire right from the start.
- “Pride and Joy” – A defining song of Vaughan’s career, played with infectious energy and joy.
- “Texas Flood” – A soul-shattering performance filled with searing guitar bends and deep, heartfelt emotion.
- “Voodoo Child (Slight Return)” – Vaughan’s tribute to his idol Jimi Hendrix, played with an intensity that left the audience in awe.
- “The Sky is Crying” – A slow blues masterpiece showcasing his ability to channel pure emotion through his guitar.
- “Little Wing” – A transcendent performance that saw Vaughan paying the ultimate homage to Hendrix, his guitar wailing with passion and power.
- “Wham!” – The explosive encore that left the Montreux crowd roaring for more, cementing Vaughan’s place in blues history.
Why You Can’t Miss Tonight’s Live Nuggets Show
- A True Blues Icon at His Best: Stevie Ray Vaughan’s 1985 Montreux performance is widely regarded as one of his greatest live recordings ever.
- Five-Star Guitar Wizardry: Experience unparalleled technical brilliance and improvisation, as Vaughan takes his Fender Stratocaster to soaring heights.
- A Concert in Full: Unlike other broadcasts, Live Nuggets airs these legendary concerts in their entirety, allowing listeners to feel every moment just as it happened.
- Exclusively on JamFest Radio Station: The only place where you can relive these legendary performances every Tuesday at 9 PM EST.
Tune In and Experience Live Music History!
Whether you’re a lifelong blues fan or simply love experiencing the raw magic of live performance, tonight’s Live Nuggets show is an absolute must-listen.
Settle in, turn up the volume, and prepare to be transported to Montreux, 1985, where Stevie Ray Vaughan left his mark as one of the greatest guitarists to ever grace the stage.
Only on JamFest Radio Station – Live Nuggets, Tuesdays at 9 PM EST!