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Blues-rock superstar Joe Bonamassa is one of the most celebrated performing musicians of today. As a three-time GRAMMY-nominated artist who recently achieved his 25th No. 1 album on the Billboard Blues Chart, with his latest studio album Time Clocks, marking his most raw, rocking album yet featuring his unmatched vocals and playing skills. Joe is only in his mid-40s and he’s already become a living legend with an astounding multi-genre catalogue of music. Collectively, Bonamassa has over 40 albums to date with studio and live recordings as well as collaborative albums with his side projects. A prolific writer who is always on the hunt to expand his eclectic musical horizons, Bonamassa has a limitless work ethic whether it’s in a studio, on the road, or working with other artists to spur new music. Joe Bonamassa is hands down one of today's top live musical acts with performing for sold-out crowds at the world’s most prestigious venues, his enthusiastic shows are a favorite worldwide. In fact, Metal Planet Music has said that "you don't attend or watch a Joe Bonamassa concert, you experience it!”
In recent years, he has been producing an immense number of albums for his exciting independent label KTBA Records. He’s been featured in several publications from Esquire, WSJ and Parade to Rolling Stone and American Songwriter, as well as on the covers of Guitar World, Guitar Player, Vintage Guitar, Guitarist, and Classic Rock Magazine. Bonamassa’s Non-Profit Keeping The Blues Alive has supported over 74,000 students and aims at supporting music in schools as well as helping musicians in need.
So much energy! Such great guitar work! Top notch players and a full set! Unfortunately, our expensive seats had a view that was obstructed and couldn't see backup singers or keyboardist.
Can't say enough, from when the lights went down until the end just amazing
What an amazing show. Would see him again in a heartbeat!
The show started promptly before 8PM. Loved the band and the backup singers. There were a few songs at the end I did not recognize. Is there a set list? Loved the tribute to Tom Petty. This was the fourth time I've seen Joe and nothing compares to the first time in Vancouver in the 7th row at the Orpheum! Our seats were higher this time and there was some confusion with ticket holders sitting in the wrong seat and too much traffic during first 20 minutes of set. I think there should have been a heads up that concert was starting and get people to their seats on time.
Really enjoyed the show! Joe Bonamassa is an amazing blues guitar player! I would have given it a five star rating however the sound was excessively loud to the point of deafening. I have been to a number of concerts in this venue and Joe’s concert was by far the loudest. Had seats on the ground floor center near the back. The speakers they used appeared to be large stadium speakers which produced way too much sound for this intimate venue. It was hard to hear the individual musicians with it being so loud. The noise level also drowned out the lyrics.
sooooooo good, we have never seen him , well worth the wait. please return soon
As usual Joe put on a stellar show (my 6th time to see him). I wasn't crazy about the set list as I was hoping to see more of Joe doing what he does best. He must be getting mellow as he allowed the band to be more involved and it wasn't just about him and his amazing talent.
Show started right on time. Very professional set up and performance. Very slick. Bonamassa played for 2 solid hours,no intermission.One long encore. Amazing band and back-up singers. Mid way through concert Bonamassa addressed audience and introduced his band. Only concern was that sound system a little too loud for theatre,could have been toned down slightly. Similar with strobe lights which shone straight into eyes of those seated on First Balcony. Thinking some of other concert venues may be better suited to sound and light system. Overall fantastic concert. Treat to see Bonamassa live.
The top 3 guitarists I've seen live: 1 Stevie Ray Vaughan 2 Joe Bonamassa 3 Eric Clapton In my opinion the ONLY player Bonamassa takes a backseat to in playing, tunes and performance is Stevie Ray Vaughan. He's truly an other worldly talent and performer.... Whatever it costs.... Whatever it costs to see him...PAY IT!!!! He's a once in a generation talent.
Great show from start to finish. Joe is so accomplished and his band is second to none. Great versions of all his original material and very full covers of Albert King and Led Zeppelin. Joe's solos were spectacular - including a guitar switch after a string break in the opening number. Joe is better live than on a studio album which is a pretty rare accomplishment in this era of heavily produced artists/material.
A superb performance . Our seats obscured our view of one member of the horn section, however it was the only blemish on an otherwise perfect evening
The only thing that would have made the show better was him playing longer. Amazing musicians and back up vocals. Love the full sound with brass and back up vocals. If you like blues this man will certainly grow on you.
Joe was on fire! His band excellent. Non stop blue for 2 hours. We had a blast.
Guitar mastery, rockin' singer... killer, I mean killer band!
What an amazing performance and the jubilee wa the perfect venue for this event.
4x I saw him and every time is a unique experience that we all should encounter. Cannot wait for his return!
The show was great. Joe's amazing. Saw him in Vancouver a couple years back and he never lets you down. Disappointed he didn't play "Drive" but he has so many great songs.
Our group of 8 would have REALLY enjoyed the concert except for the fact that we either had to put earplugs in or hold our ears with our fingers. The audience was not young, so we are not sure who the soundman was trying to please. The show would have been MUCH more enjoyable at a decent sound level. If you are planning on attending one of Joe Bonamass's concerts, don't forget your earplugs!!!
Great seats. Great guitarist. Could sit through that show every night
Concert was great, a bit disappointed in song list, but overall good concert. Sound guy had the backup singers so distorted that they sounded like howling cats from where we sat. They were also often louder than Joe. I'm sure they're great, but we couldn't tell.
