D’Angelo and The Vanguard
Michael Eugene Archer, aka D’Angelo, was the man to see at Roo this year. He donned his custom Minarik Diablo guitar during a twilight set, and from the moment he and the Vanguard broke into the first song, “Ain’t That Easy” (the opening track from 2014’s Black Messiah)—that was it. He proved it: He’s the man. Period. Plus, his band included Jesse Johnson of The Time on guitar and Pino Palladino on bass. What?!!
Gallery: Bonnaroo 2015
Guitar highlights from the farm, which may be the most eclectic musical experience out there.
By Tessa Jeffers,
Tessa Jeffers
Tessa's career in journalism has taken her from the Midwest to the Middle East and back. In addition to writing about music for publications like SPIN, Tessa has worked as an arts editor and investigative news reporter. She currently lives in Music City, Tennessee.