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by Moonsmith on 2010-08-11Air Canada Centre - TorontoMY SECOND CONCERT OF HIS AND AGAIN IT WAS FANTASTIC, WHAT A PERFORMER.
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Michael Bublé In Concert
Michael Bublé thought he knew what love was. After all, he's sold more than 60 million albums worldwide singing about the subject. But it turns out he had a lot to learn.
The week that his last album, 2016's Nobody But Me was released, Bublé and his family went through an emotional journey that informed and changed his life.. He was understandably unsure how or if music was going to remain part of his life. "What the experience did was give me a real perspective.. It completely changed my outlook on what mattered and what was important to me."
But the desire to express himself creatively slowly came back into focus when Bublé invited his band mates over to his house, not with the intention of making music, but simply to enjoy each other's company and drink, eat pizza and play video games.
"Once we got bored with that, we started jamming and there was this wonderful click, this moment where I went, ‘Oh, yeah! I forgot how much I loved this'," Bublé recalls. "I think I just needed a little helpful reminder." The concept for the new album (pronounced Love) flowed. "Then, the only question was not ‘Am I going back to work.' It was ‘Can I do it on my terms? Can I do the songs I love with the people I love the way that I love and do it with pure joy and bliss?' And once I knew that was possible, it was a go."
Bublé's vision entailed looking at love in all its facets, both sacred and profane. "This would be my group of short stories that would be my theory of love," he says. "The good, the bad, the light, the dark, and I think that took a lot of pressure off of [Bublé's co-producers] David Foster and Jochem van der Saag and me. There was just great ease of having done our homework and knowing what the record was."
His mission became clearer as he picked the songs — or as he says, "I know it sounds so artsy-fartsy, but I think the songs chose me. It's strange how the universe will just drop things into your lap."
Bublé anchors Love with songs from The Great American Songbook, often reinventing timeless classics with dazzling new arrangements. His haunting interpretation of "My Funny Valentine" is as menacing as it is melodic. Bublé and Cécile McLorin Salvant turn "La Vie En Rose" into a poetic bi-lingual duet, while Bublé and Loren Allred put a new twist on Kris Kristofferson's "Help Me Make It Through The Night." Charlie Puth contributes backing vocals on "Love You Anymore," which the hitmaker co-wrote with frequent Bublé collaborator Johan Carlsson. The emotional centerpiece of the album is "Forever Love," a tune co-written by Bublé about his favorite role, being a dad, and the vulnerability and strength that comes with unconditional love.
Love stands as a testament to the power of music and its healing power—in this case, not just for the listener, but for Bublé too. "The truth is I needed to make this album," he says. "The truth is it was really therapeutic for me. I felt so comfortable. I mean, these songs, this genre, is the essence of me. It's where I live, it's where I've grown up... It fits me perfectly. It's so natural."
His return to the studio came with a purity of purpose and an even stronger sense of connection with his fans, whose unyielding outpouring of support lifted him and his family through the darkest times. "Going through what my family went through also gave me faith in people and humanity," he says. "I just felt really blessed in a lot of different ways— obviously with the outcome with my boy and I also felt like I had been blessed with this wonderful opportunity in my life to do something that I love that could maybe have the positive impact out in the world that the world had on us."
Making Love brought Bublé a sense of joy that, in hindsight, he realized he'd been missing on recent projects. "I never felt so free [since] I started my career when I was never worried about the results because I was so overjoyed and grateful that I could be doing it at that capacity. I just might have forgotten that joy. I don't know if I remembered well enough the real reason of why I loved it. I wish that I didn't need something so harsh to teach me such a lesson, but it is what it is."
And now, as Love goes out into the world, Bublé hopes the music reaches those who might need to hear it the most and provide comfort to those in distress. "There are people that are gonna hear these songs and they're gonna be inspired to fall in love and there are people who are gonna hear these songs and they're gonna be hurting," he says. "They're gonna be, in many ways going through tough stuff. And if one of these songs lifts them out of that, if it can carry them to another day, I think then I'm doing my job and I think I'm being responsible for the gifts I've been given."
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 2010-08-11Air Canada Centre - Toronto It was an amazing show and I would go again to see MB anytime. What an awesome show!
Rating: 5 out of 5 So much fun!
by Atsy234 on 2010-07-12Time Warner Cable Arena - CharlotteMB is an entertainer! He was engaged with with the crowd the entire show - cracking jokes (which were actually funny) and chatting between songs. He played all the favourites/hits and a few other classics. It was a very high energy show - from the opener (Naturally 7) right through to the end. He's definitely worth seeing if you are a fan...or even if you just know a few of his songs.
Rating: 5 out of 5 I love Michael!!
by Becca2605 on 2010-07-02Nationwide Arena - ColumbusThis was the best concert I have ever been to!! He is amazing live! Very funny and entertaining!
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 2010-04-16Key Arena - Seattle Seen him before, back in the home town.. figure we'd change it up & check him out at another venue. A mixture of singing & stand-up.. that's what makes him a great entertainer. On behalf of the 8 of us that went.. holy omg *thumbs up*
Rating: 5 out of 5by USCanadian on 2010-04-09US Airways Center - Phoenix What else would you expect from a Canadian! Outstanding show Michael. Can't wait to see you in Calgary in August!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Michael Buble is pure class!
by Amylou on 2010-04-05The E-Center of West Valley City - West Valley CityI was so impressed by this man! Not only is he amazingly talented, but he was so personable and fun. He was sincere, gracious, and made it an intimate musical evening for every one of the 10 000 attendees. His charm, humor, and class are rare among performers. Worth every penny and more!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Michael Buble Exceeds Expectations!
by MKirk on 2010-04-05KeyArena - SeattleIf you appreciate music at its finest this is the concert for you! From live instruments, outstanding musicians, a talented voice that is not digitally altered in any way, an amazing opening act, and an energetic line-up of songs, this concert makes it hard to want to see anyone else!!! Honestly, it is worth every penny!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Buble's a babe!
by bublebabe on 2010-04-05KeyArena - SeattleMichael Buble is absolutely amazing live.. the sound was great, and his voice is just breathtaking. He seems very down to earth and natural when he speaks as well.. A great performer all around. He related well with the audience and it was a great show.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Best. Performer. EVER!
by laura2412 on 2010-04-05KeyArena - SeattleMichael Buble is everything you could ask for in a performer. He sings the top songs. He makes you laugh. He insults the guys in the audience (but makes them laugh too). He has pyrotechnics. He has an awesome band. And he makes you feel like you're his buddy. He's just an overall amazing performer and there is never a dull minute in his shows! We went to the Seattle concert & he had his whole family come out - they sat right behind us and he even brought his little nephew up on stage. So cool. I really noticed the pride in his grandpa's eyes - so great to see.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Buble.... Amazing!
by Mac7 on 2010-04-05KeyArena - SeattleMichael Buble was engaging and endearing with his magnificent show at the Key Arena in Seattle. Everything from the opening act, to the set design, to the performance was flawless. Michael is very much at ease with his audience and really seems to enjoy his time on stage.
Rating: 5 out of 5 awesome, magical, and refreshing!!
by amandag on 2010-04-04KeyArena - SeattleIve seen clips of his previous show on youtube and I dreamed about seeing him live. Now that Ive seen it, he was phenomenal! sacrificing all my hard eared school money for this was worth it!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Magnificent Michael!
by JordynW on 2010-03-30Xcel Energy Center - Saint PaulThis was one of the most amazing concerts I have ever seen! Michael Buble puts on a great show! I felt like a knew him, he is so personal. His interaction with the crowd made the concert unforgettable! Truly one of the best concerts I have been to!
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 2010-03-29The Palace of Auburn Hills - Auburn Hills Fantastic show, have seen him before. What an entertainer! Love the way he interacts with his audience as well as listening to his music. Love that he did some of his old songs as well as his new music. Michael Jackson tribute was very funny! Yeh Michael!!!!!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Michael Buble
by bundy424 on 2010-03-29The Palace of Auburn Hills - Auburn HillsI took my wife for her 50th birthday! and well He is not in my kind of music category.............but after seeing this man perform and his band he was truly a EXCELLENT entertainer!! I would go see him again and again if given the chance. A truly proud Canadian and excellent singer, performer and person!! We all should be very proud of him and support him if we can. Come on guys look like a hero and take your girlfriends and wives YOU wont be disappointed either! Way to go Michael Buble and keep up the good work!!! Your an awesome Canadian Talent!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Michael Buble left me speechless
by Brittles on 2010-03-29Xcel Energy Center - Saint PaulI don't even know how to begin, from start to finish, I was in awe of his great talent. Michael is not only an absolutely amazing vocalist, but his stage presence is something that will be unforgettable. He was hilarious one second, singing Billie Jean and so soft and emotional the next singing Georgia on my mind. Not only was he fabulous, but his band was wonderful. As a huge jazz fan and jazz pianist myself, I found his band incredible, they were all extremely talented people. And his opening act, Naturally 7, was amazing also! This concert was FANTASTIC and I hope that one day I will get to see him perform live again...listening to him would never get old.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Fell in Love with Buble
by AshleyAmlin on 2010-03-29The Palace of Auburn Hills - Auburn HillsAmazing, Funny, and A great night out! Michael Buble was the best thing to do when your celebrating an anniversary.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Michael Buble was amazing!
by rpsluys on 2010-03-29The Palace of Auburn Hills - Auburn HillsMy husband and I haven't been to a concert in a long time, so we decided to purchase floor seats for this one. We were not disappointed. The concert was AMAZING! Naturally 7 was extremely talented and entertaining - definitely going to look out for the new album. Michael was incredible and anyone who was there would have to agree. He made you feel like you were watching him in a little club. He interacted well with the audience and seem to be very genuine. Overall it was fantastic and I would love to see him again - real soon!
Rating: 5 out of 5by Anonymous on 2010-03-28The Palace of Auburn Hills - Auburn Hills ONE OF THE BEST CONCERTS EVER!!!VERY ENJOYABLE, ENTERTAINING AND HEARTFELT PERFORMANCE!INTERACTION WITH THE AUDIENCE WAS TRULY PHENOMINAL. WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND ATTENDING HIS CONCERT TO ALL!! HOPE HE RETURNS SOON!!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Performance was breathtaking!
by fanfromleamington on 2010-03-28The Palace of Auburn Hills - Auburn HillsOpening Act - Naturally 7 were awesome. Michael was fantastic. A very personable show ... lots of audience interaction, great acoutics and fabulous stage! Will see him again.