Opened by Thundertree.

Reviewer Jim Gillespie, a student at the U, reported that the seven-piece group with two lead singers had an instant rapport with the audience. Apparently the world was not aware of the charms of Minnie Ripperton: “Most of the time the girl sang along in a screamingly high pitched voice, at times creating the effect some groups obtain by using an electronic instrument called the theremin. Her range was amazing and she added much to the total sound of the music.” Songs performed included:

• Sunshine of Your Love
• Ruby Tuesday
• Stormy Monday Blues
• Soul Man

Gillespie was impressed with local band Thundertree, remarking that they were better in person than on their record, they played several interesting original songs, and their version of “16 Tons” was “really stunning.” In the Insider, Will Shapira’s review noted that Ripperton’s voice was “super-shrill” last year at the Labor Temple, but that it had improved its sound and were much more musical, listenable, and professional. Minnie’s two-year-old son Marc impressed Shapira with his drumming and high-fiving skills.