Bonnie Raitt Previews Tanglewood Performance in Berkshire Magazine
Raitt reflects on musical journey and eagerly previews her August 31 Tanglewood performance
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Berkshire Magazine Spotlight
Grammy-winning blues singer Bonnie Raitt is featured in the May/June 2025 Summer cultural issue of Berkshire Magazine, where she offers readers a behind-the-scenes look at her upcoming August 31 show at the Tanglewood Music Festival in Lenox, Massachusetts. The magazine excerpt, available via the link in her bio, gives fans an early taste of what to expect when she takes the stage on the festival’s iconic lawn.
In the interview, Raitt discusses her enduring love for live performance, her relationship with classical and folk traditions, and how Tanglewood’s open-air setting brings a unique energy to her blues-rock repertoire. Berkshire Magazine editors highlight her reflections on balancing deep-rooted slide-guitar techniques with contemporary songwriting.
Anticipating Tanglewood
Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, has hosted folk and rock legends for decades. On August 31, Raitt will perform alongside her longtime touring band, blending chart-toppers like “Something to Talk About” and “I Can’t Make You Love Me” with fresh material from her latest studio sessions. Festivalgoers can expect a mix of soulful ballads, foot-stomping blues numbers, and Raitt’s signature bottleneck guitar licks under the Berkshire hills.
Advance tickets went on sale in January, and limited lawn passes remain. In their capsule review, Berkshire Magazine recommends grabbing a copy on Massachusetts newsstands this month to read the full preview and secure seats for what promises to be one of the season’s standout performances.
A Legacy Of Blues And Roots
Born in Burbank, California, in 1949, Raitt broke onto the scene in the early 1970s with her self-titled debut. Over a career spanning five decades, she’s earned ten Grammy Awards and become an ambassador for American roots music. Her blend of Delta blues, R&B, and singer-songwriter craft has influenced generations of guitarists and vocalists.
Her breakthrough came with the 1989 album Nick of Time, which topped the Billboard 200 and collected three Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year. Hits like “I Can’t Make You Love Me” (1991) and “Love Sneakin’ Up On You” (1994) solidified her status as both a chart presence and a critical favorite.
Global Run And Summer Shows
Raitt’s summer schedule has taken her from Europe back to the U.S. Earlier this spring, she wrapped a string of UK and Ireland dates. In an Instagram post on March 2025, her team wrote:
“Thanks to @guardian and their readers for submitting some interesting questions for Bonnie. Check out her answers at the link in bio.
Bonnie and the band’s #UK, #Ireland, The #Netherlands, #Norway, #Denmark, #Germany and #Belgium tour begins 1 June, Ulster Hall, #Belfast.”
https://www.instagram.com/p/DJrQ0oKuDur/
That run marked the first leg of her international outing, which will conclude in mid-June. From there, Raitt returns stateside for festival appearances including Newport Folk, Calgary Blues, and finally Tanglewood.
Looking Ahead
With decades of songwriting under her belt and an electric band behind her, Raitt’s Tanglewood set is shaping up to be a career highlight. As Berkshire Magazine notes, she continues to push her musical boundaries while honoring the blues traditions that shaped her. For readers in Massachusetts, picking up the current issue ensures both a ticket to the interview and a guide to securing seats for what promises to be a memorable night under the Berkshire sky.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering Raitt’s catalog for the first time, her Tanglewood show this summer offers a perfect blend of nostalgia and new discoveries. Keep an eye on festival announcements and grab your copies of Berkshire Magazine before they sell out.
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