TOURS THROUGH THE YEARS w/ AL GREEN AND OTHER ARTISTS

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In 2019, legendary soul singer Al Green broke a seven-year touring hiatus by embarking on a brief, highly anticipated spring comeback tour. Backing him as the lead touring guitarist for the Enterprise Orchestrawas longtime band member Dustin "Dusty" Barber, who officially joined Green’s lineup in 2007. [1]Notable 2019 Tour StopsThe 2019 tour featured high-profile festival dates and legendary theater venues, including:

• New Orleans Jazz Fest: They performed on Sunday, April 28, 2019, for the festival's milestone 50th Anniversary.
• The Fox Theatre (Atlanta, GA): Green and Barber played a packed show at the historic Atlanta iconon May 3, 2019.
• Chicago, IL: The band stopped in Chicago on May 9 and May 10, 2019, drawing mixed but passionate fan reactions as Green shook off some rust from his years away from the road.
• Radio City Music Hall (New York, NY): Another cornerstone performance of the spring run took place at this legendary venue. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Dustin spent most of 2018 performing aboard a passenger cruise ship while circumnavigating the island of Cuba!

Al Green did not tour publicly in 2018, meaning there are no public concert dates from that specific year featuring guitarist Dustin Barber. [1]While Al Green released his first studio single in nearly a decade in 2018—a cover of Freddy Fender's "Before the Next Teardrop Falls"—he remained focused on his ministry at the Full Gospel Tabernacle Church in Memphis during this time. 

The Al Green & Dustin Barber ConnectionDustin Barber is a longtime, prominent guitarist for Al Green’s touring band and frequently performs with him when the soul icon hits the road. If you are looking for their live collaborations, they instead took place during these periods: [1]

• The 2019 Comeback Tour: After a seven-year hiatus from the stage, Al Green launched a highly publicized limited-run tour in 2019. Dustin Barber was on guitar for these major dates, which included stops at iconic venues like Radio City Music Hall in New York and the Fox Theatre in Atlanta. [1, 2]
• Recent Festival Appearances: Barber has continued to back the Reverend for high-profile headline sets, including the 2023 Cincinnati Music Festival at Paycor Stadium and the August 2026 Stern Grove Festival in San Francisco

In 2017 Dustin Toured on Cruise Ships along with TROP ROCK ARTISTS / SOUTHERN DRAWL BAND.

DUSTIN WAS NOMINATED MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR 9 YEARS IN A ROW FOR THE TROP ROCK MUSIC ASSOCIATION TRMA AWARDS HELD EACH YEAR IN KEY WEST, FL.

Al Green did not perform any public concert dates or go on tour in 2017. During this period, the legendary soul singer focused almost entirely on his ministry as pastor of the Full Gospel Tabernacle Church in Memphis. [1]When Al Green officially stepped back onto the touring circuit for his major return to the stage (such as his highly publicized 2019 Spring Tour, which was his first tour in over seven years), Dustin Barber did join him as his long-time touring lead guitarist. The Al Green Touring Band LineupWhen the Reverend Al Green performs live, Dustin Barber's official website notes that he plays alongside The Enterprise Orchestra. The core touring lineup includes: [1]

• Guitar: Dustin Barber
• Bass: Barry Campbell
• Drums: Darryl Wells
• Keyboards: Stacey Wade & Thomas McClellan
• Percussion: Terick Verges
• Horns: Peter Carroll (Trumpet), Dave Stewart (Saxophone), Kenneth Dewalt (Trombone)
• Background Vocals: Kora Green, Alva Green, Rubi Green [1]

(Note: While Dustin Barber didn't tour with Al Green in 2017, he was active elsewhere that year, notably appearing on the January 2017 front cover of Phlockers Magazine as their "Trop Rocker of the Month".) 

Al Green did not perform any public concert tours or shows in 2016, meaning there were no concerts featuring Dustin Barber on guitar that year. [1]During 2016, Reverend Al Green focused almost entirely on his ministry as the full-time pastor of the Full Gospel Tabernacle Church in Memphis, Tennessee, exclusively singing gospel music for his local congregation. He went on a seven-year hiatus from secular touring between 2012 and 2019, explicitly stating in 2016 interviews that he was "not hankering" for long tours anymore. [1, 2, 3]Key Context Regarding the Duo

• Longtime Collaboration: Dustin Barber has been Al Green's official touring lead guitarist since 2007, replicating the iconic Memphis soul riffs originally created by Teenie Hodges. [1]
• The 2019 Return: If you are thinking of a relatively recent major tour where Dustin Barber backed Al Green on guitar, it was likely his celebrated 2019 Comeback Tour. This brief run included notable stops at Radio City Music Hall in New York, the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, and the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. [1, 2]
• 2016 Activity: In September 2016, Al Green did release a rare standalone studio track—a cover of Freddy Fender's "Before the Next Teardrop Falls"—but it was not accompanied by any live promotional performances. [1]

If you are looking for specific performance footage or trying to pinpoint a specific venue, let me know if you might be thinking of a different year (such as 2012, 2019, or 2024–2026 tour dates). [1, 2, 3]

Al Green did not perform any concert tours or public shows in 2015, as he was on an extended hiatus from public touring between 2012 and 2018. During this time, he focused almost entirely on his ministry at the Full Gospel Tabernacle Church in Memphis. [1, 2]Guitarist Dustin Barber has been a long-time member of Al Green's touring band. While they did not play public concert dates together in 2015, they have performed together across many other touring years, notably during Al Green's major return to the stage. [1, 2, 3]Al Green Tour Dates Featuring Dustin BarberWhen Al Green stepped back onto the touring circuit, Dustin Barber joined him as a guitarist for several high-profile live shows: [1]

• 2019 Comeback Tour: This marked Al Green's first major tour in over seven years. Dustin Barber was on guitar for celebrated stops including the Bass Concert Hall in Austin, Radio City Music Hall in New York, and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. [1, 2]
• Festival Lineups: Barber has continued to back the Reverend for major one-off festival events, including the massive Fool in Love Festival in Inglewood, California. [1, 2]

David Allan Coe toured extensively with lead guitarist Dustin Barber throughout 2014. [1, 2]Following a major automobile accident in early 2013, Coe’s previous band split up. He formed a completely new touring lineup that debuted that summer and carried forward heavily into 2014. Dustin Barber was brought on as a primary lead guitar player for this era. [1, 2, 3, 4]The exact roster of venues they hit during their rigorous 2014 tour schedule included the following notable shows:Notable 2014 Tour Dates

• January 31, 2014: El Corazón – Seattle, WA
• February 8, 2014: The Bluestone – Columbus, OH
• March 4, 2014: Kid Rock's Chillin' the Most Cruise – Miami, FL
• March 5, 2014: Daytona Bike Week at the World Famous Iron Horse Saloon – Ormond Beach, FL
• March 21, 2014: Bluebird Nightclub – Bloomington, IN
• March 29, 2014: Lincoln Theatre – Raleigh, NC
• May 23, 2014: Richland County Fairgrounds (with DeVault Ridge Band opening) – Mansfield, OH [1, 2, 3]

Behind the Music

• The Band Dynamics: Barber often spoke of the honor it was to back the legendary country outlaw. He frequently anchored the rhythm and heavy lead solos required for Coe's catalog, which included hits like "You Never Even Called Me by My Name" and "The Ride". [1, 2, 3, 4]
• Barber's Broader Career: Beyond his tenure with David Allan Coe, Dustin Barber is widely recognized for playing guitar with the legendary R&B singer Reverend Al Green and his Enterprise Orchestra.

Al Green did not perform any live concert tours or public shows in 2013. [1, 2]During this period, the Reverend Al Green took a prolonged hiatus from touring to focus almost entirely on his ministry at the Full Gospel Tabernacle church in Memphis, Tennessee. He did not go back on the road for a formal concert tour for more than seven years, breaking the streak with a brief comeback tour in the spring of 2019. [1, 2]About Dustin Barber & Al Green

• The Musical Connection: While there were no 2013 shows, guitarist Dustin "Dusty" Barber has been a prominent fixture in Al Green's touring band. [1]
• The Timeline: Barber officially joined Al Green's Enterprise Orchestra as a lead touring guitarist in 2007. He has consistently backed the soul legend for over nearly two decades, including high-profile international dates and festival performances. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
• Gear Endorsements: Interestingly, industry gear catalogs from 2012–2013 (such as ESP Guitars and Crafter Guitars) actively listed and promoted Dustin Barber as an official artist, specifically identifying him by his role as "Guitarist for Al Green". This likely explains why his name and the year 2013 are linked to Al Green in musical circles. [1, 2]Al Green did not perform any live concert tours or public shows in 2013. [1, 2]During this period, the Reverend Al Green took a prolonged hiatus from touring to focus almost entirely on his ministry at the Full Gospel Tabernacle church in Memphis, Tennessee. He did not go back on the road for a formal concert tour for more than seven years, breaking the streak with a brief comeback tour in the spring of 2019. [1, 2]About Dustin Barber & Al Green
• The Musical Connection: While there were no 2013 shows, guitarist Dustin "Dusty" Barber has been a prominent fixture in Al Green's touring band. [1]
• The Timeline: Barber officially joined Al Green's Enterprise Orchestra as a lead touring guitarist in 2007. He has consistently backed the soul legend for over nearly two decades, including high-profile international dates and festival performances. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
• Gear Endorsements: Interestingly, industry gear catalogs from 2012–2013 (such as ESP Guitars and Crafter Guitars) actively listed and promoted Dustin Barber as an official artist, specifically identifying him by his role as "Guitarist for Al Green". This likely explains why his name and the year 2013 are linked to Al Green in musical circles. [1, 2]Al Green did not perform any live concert tours or public shows in 2013. [1, 2]During this period, the Reverend Al Green took a prolonged hiatus from touring to focus almost entirely on his ministry at the Full Gospel Tabernacle church in Memphis, Tennessee. He did not go back on the road for a formal concert tour for more than seven years, breaking the streak with a brief comeback tour in the spring of 2019. [1, 2]About Dustin Barber & Al Green
• The Musical Connection: While there were no 2013 shows, guitarist Dustin "Dusty" Barber has been a prominent fixture in Al Green's touring band. [1]
• The Timeline: Barber officially joined Al Green's Enterprise Orchestra as a lead touring guitarist in 2007. He has consistently backed the soul legend for over nearly two decades, including high-profile international dates and festival performances. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
• Gear Endorsements: Interestingly, industry gear catalogs from 2012–2013 (such as ESP Guitars and Crafter Guitars) actively listed and promoted Dustin Barber as an official artist, specifically identifying him by his role as "Guitarist for Al Green". This likely explains why his name and the year 2013 are linked to Al Green in musical circles. [1, 2]Al Green did not perform any live concert tours or public shows in 2013. [1, 2]During this period, the Reverend Al Green took a prolonged hiatus from touring to focus almost entirely on his ministry at the Full Gospel Tabernacle church in Memphis, Tennessee. He did not go back on the road for a formal concert tour for more than seven years, breaking the streak with a brief comeback tour in the spring of 2019. [1, 2]About Dustin Barber & Al Green
• The Musical Connection: While there were no 2013 shows, guitarist Dustin "Dusty" Barber has been a prominent fixture in Al Green's touring band. [1]
• The Timeline: Barber officially joined Al Green's Enterprise Orchestra as a lead touring guitarist in 2007. He has consistently backed the soul legend for over nearly two decades, including high-profile international dates and festival performances. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
• Gear Endorsements: Interestingly, industry gear catalogs from 2012–2013 (such as ESP Guitars and Crafter Guitars) actively listed and promoted Dustin Barber as an official artist, specifically identifying him by his role as "Guitarist for Al Green". This likely explains why his name and the year 2013 are linked to Al Green in musical circles. [1, 2]Al Green did not perform any live concert tours or public shows in 2013. [1, 2]During this period, the Reverend Al Green took a prolonged hiatus from touring to focus almost entirely on his ministry at the Full Gospel Tabernacle church in Memphis, Tennessee. He did not go back on the road for a formal concert tour for more than seven years, breaking the streak with a brief comeback tour in the spring of 2019. [1, 2]About Dustin Barber & Al Green
• The Musical Connection: While there were no 2013 shows, guitarist Dustin "Dusty" Barber has been a prominent fixture in Al Green's touring band. [1]
• The Timeline: Barber officially joined Al Green's Enterprise Orchestra as a lead touring guitarist in 2007. He has consistently backed the soul legend for over nearly two decades, including high-profile international dates and festival performances. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
• Gear Endorsements: Interestingly, industry gear catalogs from 2012–2013 (such as ESP Guitars and Crafter Guitars) actively listed and promoted Dustin Barber as an official artist, specifically identifying him by his role as "Guitarist for Al Green". This likely explains why his name and the year 2013 are linked to Al Green in musical circles
• Dustin wws featured in ESP Guitars USA Magazine in 2013

In 2012, guitarist Dustin Barber was a primary member of the Al Green Orchestra, backing the legendary soul singer across multiple major performances during his active touring year before Al Green began a multi-year touring hiatus. [1, 2]The documented Al Green shows from 2012 featuring his touring orchestra included:

• Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair – Westbury, NY
• The Capitol Theatre – Port Chester, NY
• Stiefel Theatre – Salina, KS
• The Blue Note – Columbia, MO [1]

During his 2011 touring schedule, R&B and soul legend Al Green was backed by lead guitarist Dustin "Dusty" Barber. Barber, an accomplished multi-genre musician, traveled internationally as part of Green's backing band, driving the rhythmic funk and soulful progressions essential to his live arrangements. [1, 2]Key Concert Appearances & Tours (2011)Throughout 2011, Al Green performed a series of major festival appearances and theater shows alongside Dustin Barber on guitar:

• The Cincinnati Music Festival: This performance stands as a primary documented show featuring Barber on lead guitar, executing the classic arrangements for Green's iconic hits. [1]
• North American Festival Circuit: Green maintained a steady live presence across prominent regional music festivals and casino properties, blending classic soul arrangements with improvisational jams.
• International & US Theater Dates: Barber's versatility with R&B, funk, and Motown styles anchored the band through Green's signature setlists, which traditionally featured staple tracks like "Let's Stay Together", "Love and Happiness", and "Tired of Being Alone". [1, 2]

About Dustin Barber's RoleBarber was recruited for his high-level adaptation skills across different genres. His live performance style during this period was defined by: [1]

• Blended Genres: Fusing Motown, funk, and commercial jazz rhythms into Green’s traditional Southern soul frameworks.
• Dynamic Lead Solos: Providing sharp, energetic solos to build momentum during extended live versions of Green's classic discography. [1, 2, 3]

During his 2010 world tour, legendary soul singer Al Green featured Dustin Barber as his lead guitarist. [1, 2]Dustin Barber—frequently introduced on stage by Al Green as hailing from Jacksonville, Florida—backed the Reverend across major global venues and music festivals throughout that year. [1]Confirmed 2010 Tour Stops with Dustin BarberBarber was part of Al Green's touring lineup for notable performances, including:

• Jazz Fest Wien (Vienna Jazz Festival): Performed on July 4, 2010, in Vienna, Austria.
• NN North Sea Jazz Festival: Performed a headlining set on July 10, 2010, at the Nile stage in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
• Outside Lands Music & Arts Festival: Performed on August 15, 2010, at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California (where Green famously called out Barber's name for a guitar solo during "Take Me to the River").
• Stern Grove Festival: Performed on August 16, 2010, in San Francisco, California.
• The Greek Theatre: Performed in August 2010 in Los Angeles, California.
• Red Rocks Amphitheatre: Performed as part of a triple-bill alongside B.B. King and Buddy Guy in August 2010 in Morrison, Colorado. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7]

Full 2010 Touring Band LineupWhen Barber played these shows, he was part of a robust live ensemble: [1, 2]

• Guitar: Dustin Barber
• Bass: Barry Campbell
• Drums: Darryl Wells
• Keyboards: Stacey Wade & Thomas McClellan
• Percussion: Terick Verges
• Horns: Peter Carroll (Trumpet), Dave Stewart (Saxophone), Kenneth Dewalt (Trombone)
• Background Vocals: Kora Green, Alva Green, Rubi Green [1, 2]

In 2009, guitarist Dustin "Dusty" Barber toured extensively across the globe as part of soul legend Al Green's Enterprise Orchestra. Having joined the band in mid-2007, Barber was a core fixture of Green's live sets throughout 2009. High-Profile

2009 PerformancesDuring this timeframe, Barber backed Al Green at several notable events and massive music festivals:

• The 51st Annual Grammy Awards: On February 8, 2009, Barber played in the backing orchestra for a high-profile live medley. Al Green teamed up with Justin Timberlake, Boyz II Men, and Keith Urban to perform a collaborative rendition of "Let's Stay Together". [1]
• Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival: In June
  2009, Al Green and his band played a highly celebrated, energetic soul set on the main stages of the festival in Manchester, Tennessee. [1]
• European & International Touring: As part of their global itineraries, Barber backed Green at major international jazz and soul festivals, such as the North Sea Jazz Festival in the Netherlands. [1]

About Dustin Barber's RoleBarber spent nearly two decades touring the world with the Reverend Al Green. During the 2009 run, he frequently utilized ESP Vintage Plus guitars to deliver the signature crisp, rhythmic, and soulful rhythm licks essential to Al Green's classic Hi Records catalog.

In 2008, guitarist Dustin "Dusty" Barber was actively touring the world as the lead guitarist for soul legend Al Green and his Enterprise Orchestra. This was a highly active year for the band following the May 2008 release of Al Green's Grammy-winning, top-10 comeback album Lay It Down. [1, 2, 3, 4]Major 2008 Concerts & Television AppearionsAs part of the touring lineup supporting Lay It Down, Dustin Barber played guitar at prominent festival dates, international shows, and high-profile television appearances: [1, 2]

• The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (Network Television Appearance)
• City Stages Festival (Birmingham, Alabama – June 15, 2008)
• Glastonbury Festival (Pilton, UK – June 29, 2008)
• North Sea Jazz Festival (Rotterdam, Netherlands – July 11, 2008)
• Hollywood Bowl (Los Angeles, California – August 24, 2008)
• Glasgow Royal Concert Hall (Glasgow, Scotland – October 30, 2008) [1, 2, 3]

Typical 2008 SetlistDuring these shows, Barber backed the Reverend Al Green through a mix of classic soul hits and newer material from the Lay It Down album: [1, 2]

• "I Can't Stop"
• "Let's Get Married"
• "Stay with Me (By the Sea)"
• "Let's Stay Together"
• "Tired of Being Alone"
• "Amazing Grace" (Gospel Medley)
• "Take Me to the River"
• "Simply Beautiful" (often featuring a prominent acoustic/electric guitar backing)
• "Love and Happiness" [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]