AL GREEN SHOWS WITH DUSTIN ON GUITAR THROUGH THE YEARS

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During 2008, Dustin Barber was highly active on a global tour as the lead guitarist for Reverend Al Green and his Enterprise Orchestra. This tour coincided directly with the promotion of Al Green's critically acclaimed secular soul album, Lay It Down, released in May 2008. Major 2008 Performances and Venues Playing guitar for the "Godfather of Soul," Barber performed at a series of legendary national and international venues: [1, 2]

• Carnegie Hall: A major headlining performance in New York City. [1]
• The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Featured television network performances backing Al Green. [1, 2]
• European Arena Tour: High-profile international dates spanning London to Madrid, including the Royal Albert Hall and the Manchester MEN Arena. [1, 2, 3]
• U.S. Festival Circuit: Concert stops at highly reviewed domestic dates including City Stages in Birmingham and Showcase Live in Foxboro. [1, 2]

Musical Style & RoleOnstage, Barber's role focused on channeling the intricate, minimal R&B fills and iconic funky rhythms originally composed by Memphis soul legend Teenie Hodges. The 2008 live sets blended classic secular hits like "Let's Stay Together" and "Love and Happiness" alongside newer Lay It Down tracks. 

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.

BarberIn 2010, guitarist Dustin Barber toured internationally as a member of Al Green and his band, performing at major festivals and venues such as the North Sea Jazz Festival and the Vienna Jazz Festival.Tour Details

• Role: Guitarist for Al Green's touring band/Enterprise Orchestra. 
• Notable 2010 Performances:
  • North Sea Jazz Festival in the Netherlands (July 2010).
  • Vienna Jazz Festival in Austria (July 2010).
  • Festival appearances and U.S. dates including Outside Lands in San Francisco and the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. 

Dustin "Dusty" Barber toured extensively as a lead guitarist for soul legend Al Green. [1, 2]Because Al Green did not embark on a formal, named album tour in 2011—relying instead on select festival appearances and independent dates—specific archival records detailing every single performance lineup can be limited. However, Barber was a core member of Green's backing band during this era. [1, 2, 3]If you are looking to track down precise concert lineups or specific bootleg recordings from 2011, consider exploring these resources:

• Archived Setlists: Review Al Green's 2011 Setlist.fm History to locate the exact dates, venues, and festival lineups from that year.
• Musician Portfolios: Check the CST Entertainment Band Profile or Dustin Barber's official professional pages for direct updates on his global touring history with Al Green. [1, 2, 3]

During his 2012 U.S. Tour, soul legend Al Green toured with Dustin Barber as his lead guitarist. Barber served as a core member of the Al Green Orchestra, supplying the iconic R&B and gospel grooves behind Green's legendary performances across North America before the singer took an extended seven-year hiatus from touring. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]Major 2012 Shows & Festival LineupsDustin Barber performed alongside Al Green across various prominent theaters, festivals, and casino residencies during this cycle: [1, 2]

• New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival (April 29, 2012)
• Universal Studios Summer Concert Series — Orlando, FL (June 30, 2012)
• Denver Botanic Gardens Summer Series — Denver, CO (July 23, 2012)
• Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts — Vienna, VA (Summer 2012)
• McMenamins Edgefield Amphitheater — Troutdale, OR (August 28, 2012) [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Typical 2012 SetlistWhile backing Al Green, Barber's guitar work was central to classic tracks, transitions, and extended live improvisations. A standard performance checklist featured: [1, 2]

1. "I Can't Stop"
2. "I Can't Get Next to You"
3. "Everything's Gonna Be Alright"
4. "Let's Stay Together"
5. "How Can You Mend a Broken Heart?"
6. "Take Me to the River"
7. "Tired of Being Alone"
8. "I'm Still in Love With You"
9. "Simply Beautiful"
10. "Love and Happiness" [1]

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