I consider myself an avid concert goer - I go to approximately 15-20 concerts a year, not including festivals that I am able to fit in. Admittedly most of these are Hanson concerts. If Hanson has a show within a 6 hour drive, I'm usually there. When they announce a tour, I pick a new area of the states I haven't yet seen, and see 3-4 shows there as well. Bottom line, I have seen my fair share of Hanson shows.
When I found out they were playing the Danforth Music Hall this year, I purchased not just tickets for me and my husband, but extras as well - because I was hoping to get a few new ppl to try out a Hanson show - see what they have been missing. I ended up bringing two friends who hadn't seen a Hanson show since 1997 and a friend that has been to a few shows with me over the years, along with my husband. This was my hometown show - and I was certain it would not disappoint.
And well, Toronto really came through.
The crowd was electric. The venue was wonderful (aside from the lack of restrooms lol).
But most importantly Hanson brought it.
They played a nice mix of their old favourites along with songs off their new album Anthem. They played a flawless set and I couldn't have been prouder to be a fan.
At one point, my friend turned to me and said - "I finally understand you! I can't wait to see their next show!" I brought her there, but Hanson did the rest. Their energy and harmonies carried through and impressed not just the hardcore fans, but those seeing them for the first time in 16 years.
The only problem is... I can't wait for the next show!