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Review 1 for Melanie

3 / 5

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill @

- New York @

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- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Candles in the rain, no doubt about it @

Opening act(s): Nine @

Posted 05/05/2013

by FaeC

Location:NJ

Although I am glad that Melanie Is still writing Songs, I was disappointed that she didn't perform more from her early days. I brought my father, who is in his 70s, to her show as a birthday surprise. We enjoyed ourselves, but I think that I had the perception that we would be reexperiencing our memories of her music, and those were the best moments of her show for us.

We certainly can't expect an artist to be stagnant for 40 years, but perhaps she can do a show of just her oldies at some point in the future? I would have liked to have known what I was going to see before I bought the tickets.

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill @

- New York @

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- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Candles in the rain, no doubt about it @

Opening act(s): Nine @

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Review 2 for Melanie

2 / 5

too short

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill @

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- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Favorite moment: candles in the rain was great @

Posted 05/05/2013

by BillyBoy1948

Location:new york

I was very disappointed that the whole show lasted just 1 hour and at that Melanie did too much talking and not enough singing. It was great hearing her 3 big hits but overall disappointed.

BB King had another show so it probably wasnt all her fault.

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill @

- New York @

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- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Favorite moment: candles in the rain was great @

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Review 3 for Melanie

4 / 5

Melanie - Hippy Dippy Earth Mother

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill @

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- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Favorite moment: YouTube video montage of all the covers of "Brand New Key" by different people, including a pop punk band. @

Posted 05/05/2013

by khrissys

Location:Brooklyn, NY

I have loved Melanie for years, and this was my first opportunity to see her perform live. I was in awe, of course. Of course she's gotten older so maybe it was a bit of a struggle for her to reach those high notes, but her voice is still beautiful, she's still as sweet and charming as ever. I only wish she had played longer. The show went by too fast, and I was hoping to hear more of the old favorites. She played some new songs. Of course, that's what artists do, to promote their new stuff. And of course we, the audience, just want to hear the old familiar stuff! But she stuck around afterwards to do a meet and greet. She was so patient with my gushing over her, and I even got a picture with her! It was a big night for me. And she was so gracious. There was a HUGE line of people waiting to see her, and she never stopped smiling. I love this woman!

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- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Favorite moment: YouTube video montage of all the covers of "Brand New Key" by different people, including a pop punk band. @

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Review 4 for Melanie

5 / 5

Melanie was great!

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill @

- New York @

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- Sat, Apr 7, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When her son snuck up behind her and tuned her guitar, while she was playing! @

Posted 04/09/2012

by madamacoustic

Location:New Jersey

It was like being in her private living room, and being entertained. Melanie still embraces peace and love...and brings it to her audience. Loved her!

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill @

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- Sat, Apr 7, 2012 @

Favorite moment: When her son snuck up behind her and tuned her guitar, while she was playing! @

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Review 5 for Melanie

4 / 5

Melanie still part of the "Beautiful People"

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- Sat, Apr 7, 2012 @

Posted 04/09/2012

by MermaidGal

Location:New York, NY

Great show, great venue. Melanie joked with the crowd and sang pop hit "Brand New Key", but also lots of new stuff. Best moment was "Lay Down" when everyone raised their candles (from the tables) high.

She is a goddess of hippie soul.

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- Sat, Apr 7, 2012 @

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Review 6 for Melanie

4 / 5

Melanie, Legendary as Advertised

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill @

- New York @

, NY @

- Sat, Apr 7, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The first song, "Beautiful People," which was one I would have requested. Runner up: "Lay Down (Candles In The Rain)". @

Setlist: (highlights only; not in order) Beautiful People, Brand New Key, Look What They Done To My Song, Ma, Orion, Lay Down (Candles In The Rain), I Like People Who Smile @

Opening act(s): None @

Posted 04/09/2012

by princesspamela

Location:Brooklyn, New York

A friend sent me a ticket to this because he's seen her 20 times. I got a ticket for another friend and we went. Melanie was wonderful. She did most of the classics I came to hear (with the notable exception of "Peace Will Come (Please Buy One)," which I would have requested had I known she wasn't doing it). Her best songs are an audience experience as much as a performance, as she encourages audience participation. The only minor fantasy I had about improvement concerned the fact that her acoustic guitar went out of tune every other song (occasioning some amusing moments where her son ran over to tune it, much to her annoyance), and she performed with her son on lead guitar and electric cello and a friend on keyboard but without percussion. She also mentioned she doesn't always have CDs to sell at her appearances. I thought, "If I were rich I'd get her a L'Arrivee guitar that would stay in tune, and become her percussionist and bring CDs to every venue." But that's what you get for seeing a legendary folk songwriter who's been around since the 60s. Hey, this is folk music. It doesn't have to be perfect. It just has to be shared.

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill @

- New York @

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- Sat, Apr 7, 2012 @

Favorite moment: The first song, "Beautiful People," which was one I would have requested. Runner up: "Lay Down (Candles In The Rain)". @

Setlist: (highlights only; not in order) Beautiful People, Brand New Key, Look What They Done To My Song, Ma, Orion, Lay Down (Candles In The Rain), I Like People Who Smile @

Opening act(s): None @

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Review 7 for Melanie

5 / 5

Melanie

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- Sat, Apr 7, 2012 @

Posted 04/09/2012

by JoJofromQueens

Location:S. Richmond Hill New York

I was in heaven being there once again too hear and see Melanie perform.. Her performance was so powerful...I love that it's just mostly her with the guitar and her son... Like old times from back in the day. A few songs has a keyboard playing which just adds too more heartfelt music.... I saw Melanie at B.B.Kings last year with no added difference.....I also was able too pick up her latest CD EVER SINCE YOU NEVER HEARD OF ME love the title but I have been a follower since the Woodstock Days... So I have been at a lot of Melanie events and hope too be seeing and hearing more of her in the New York area or close surroundings.
Wishing Melanie the best .

Jo Jo.

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- Sat, Apr 7, 2012 @

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Review 8 for Melanie

1 / 5

Melanie

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- Sat, Apr 7, 2012 @

Posted 04/09/2012

by ssh567

Location:New York

Was great to see Melanie perform again, but I doubt I'd see her again or go to BB Kings again. I rarely go to that venue and for good reason. The crowd is rude tourists who talked through the entire show, no one was policing the room telling people to keep quiet, she kept asking the tech to lower the lights and the sound was awful.

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Review 9 for Melanie

5 / 5

Melanie is in great shape

Dennis Flyer Memorial Theatre @

- Blackwood @

, NJ @

- Fri, Mar 30, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Melanie imitating the french accent of Gilbert Becaud, when she described how he advised her in the parisian Olympia back in 1968 (or was it 1969?) @

Setlist: Beautiful People, Lover of My Friend, Center of the Circle, Smile, Angel Watching, The Good Book, Tuning My Guitar, Together Alone, Hushabye, Little Bit of Me, I Tried To Die Young, Ruby Tuesday, Crazy Love, Falling Awake/Rainbow Race, Brand New Key, Lay Down, Extraordinary @

Opening act(s): Jeffrey Gaines @

Posted 04/01/2012

by albgardis

Location:East Coast USA

As fans for decades, we are following Melanie on her tours whenever she comes back to the US East Coast. This venue was a community College in New Jersy, about half an hour south of Philly.

The theater was only filled about 35% (estimated), which was sad, because Melanie was in great shape and in a good mood. Funny as always, and a bit cynical, she sang a great collection of old and new songs. She asked people for requests, and some were granted. Her son Beau, a great guitar virtuoso, was accompanying her as usual. She was singing more and talking less than the years before, so the song list is pretty long.

She played for over 2 hours and came out afterwards to meet and greet us, the fans, as she is always doing. She was kind and sweet as always. We really love her! Hopefully the next shows get better ticket sales. We will be seeing her again in a few days in another venue, in PA this time...

Dennis Flyer Memorial Theatre @

- Blackwood @

, NJ @

- Fri, Mar 30, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Melanie imitating the french accent of Gilbert Becaud, when she described how he advised her in the parisian Olympia back in 1968 (or was it 1969?) @

Opening act(s): Jeffrey Gaines @

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Review 10 for Melanie

2 / 5

Melanie was Disappointing

Dennis Flyer Memorial Theatre @

- Blackwood @

, NJ @

- Fri, Mar 30, 2012 @

Favorite moment: "Beautiful People." @

Posted 04/01/2012

by AnExHippieWhoGotOld

Location:South New Jersey

I felt that her show was self indulgent. She played many deep cuts and songs from her new album. I understand that an artist tours to support a new album, but she didn't play "Look What They've Done to My Song," or "Psychotherapy." She is not Tom Petty with so many hits that she is forced to skip some of them during a show.
During the show her accompianist (her son) started playing "Look What They've Done to My Song," then stopped and shared a laugh with her mother. Well, the joke was on the audience.
If you are a die hard fan of Melanie (I'm not) you will probably enjoy the show. If you are not, don't waste your money.

Dennis Flyer Memorial Theatre @

- Blackwood @

, NJ @

- Fri, Mar 30, 2012 @

Favorite moment: "Beautiful People." @

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Review 11 for Melanie

2 / 5

Melanie is for nostalgia buffs only!

Dennis Flyer Memorial Theatre @

- Blackwood @

, NJ @

- Fri, Mar 30, 2012 @

Favorite moment: I enjoyed the backstories Melanie told about the circumstances that prompted her to write some of her songs. @

Posted 04/01/2012

by LivingLight

Melanie was a favorite of mine during my teen years. I liked her soulfulness and idealism. Those traits are still evident in the Melanie of today but unfortunately her voice has not aged well. She could not hit many notes and some of her popular songs of yesteryear were almost unrecognizable. She has new material aimed at aging boomers but the new songs lack the impact and emotional appeal of her earlier work. I will always love the Melanie of my youth and I'm grateful for the sense of closure I obtained from seeing her in concert.

Dennis Flyer Memorial Theatre @

- Blackwood @

, NJ @

- Fri, Mar 30, 2012 @

Favorite moment: I enjoyed the backstories Melanie told about the circumstances that prompted her to write some of her songs. @

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Review 12 for Melanie

5 / 5

Fantastic show!

Rhythm Room @

- Phoenix @

, AZ @

- Tue, Jan 10, 2012 @

Posted 01/13/2012

by DavFab

Location:Gilbert, AZ

GREAT TO SEE MELANIE IN PERSON. VERY ENJOYABLE EXPERIENCE.

Rhythm Room @

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- Tue, Jan 10, 2012 @

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Review 13 for Melanie

4 / 5

Melanie is still alive and well...

Rhythm Room @

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- Tue, Jan 10, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Melanie's suprised introduction by her daughter @

Posted 01/12/2012

by Anonymous

Location:Phoenix

The concert supposed to start at 8:00pm, instead much younger woman took the stage and presented mostly her songs accompanied by good, matured band and occassionally by her brother, Beau-Jarred, that exhibited impressive command of a guitar. Songs were in the style of Mealanie or Janis Joplin that perfectly fit what I have expected to hear. She was so good that I had to inquire about her name and bought Jeordie's CD. After 10:00pm the stage was cleaned up and Jeordie announced her ... mom(!). This was the favorite moment of the show, unexpected and so pleasantly received. Melanie didn't grow out of a hippie, retained her strong voice and unforgettable style that is currently imitated by Adele. Show was definitely worth the money and atmosphere of The Rhytm Room added to the positive experinece.

Rhythm Room @

- Phoenix @

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- Tue, Jan 10, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Melanie's suprised introduction by her daughter @

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Review 14 for Melanie

4 / 5

Melanie: Rock of Ages

Rhythm Room @

- Phoenix @

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- Tue, Jan 10, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Her hits, of course, but also her descriptions of how the song lyrics relate to her personal experiences and beliefs. @

Opening act(s): Her daughter, Jeordie, and son, Beau. Major talents in their own right! @

Posted 01/12/2012

by Bruto1

Can't believe I didn't appreciate Melanie more when her popularity crested more than 30 years ago. Her lyrics -- both new and old -- remain great contemporary comments on love and life. Her warm voice (despite an on-stage fight with a sore throat) and animated delivery add to her entertainment quotient. Combine this with the humorous banter between songs and it all adds up to an entertaining evening. The bonus was the participation of her son and daughter in her act -- both of whom are accomplished musicians in their own right. Rediscover Melanie and appreciate her in a way you didn't before. Or discover her for the first time and update your repertoire of ageless favorites.

Rhythm Room @

- Phoenix @

, AZ @

- Tue, Jan 10, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Her hits, of course, but also her descriptions of how the song lyrics relate to her personal experiences and beliefs. @

Opening act(s): Her daughter, Jeordie, and son, Beau. Major talents in their own right! @

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Review 15 for Melanie

5 / 5

An awesome evening

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, Apr 22, 2011 @

Posted 04/28/2011

by BrooklynGal305

Location:Brooklyn, NY

Melanie's voice sounds great and it was so much fun to share an evening with her! Her lyrics are beautiful and heartbreaking, her voice still haunting, her guitar as powerful as ever. My one complaint is that there was an act following hers and we did not know that the evening would be so short. I wish she could have performed a few more songs. We love you Melanie! Come back soon!!!!

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill @

- New York @

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- Fri, Apr 22, 2011 @

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Review 16 for Melanie

5 / 5

What An Incredible Evening!!!

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill @

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- Fri, Apr 22, 2011 @

Posted 04/26/2011

by Anonymous

Melanie! What can I say? She's still got an incredible voice, and a presence that brings Divine Love and Light into everything she does. Melanie didn't "put on" a show. She brought herself in front of an adoring crowd of loyal fans that have followed her all these years for a reason: she's kept her music and it's message of love and togetherness pure and real.

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill @

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- Fri, Apr 22, 2011 @

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Review 17 for Melanie

4 / 5

Melanie is still awesome!!!

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, Apr 22, 2011 @

Favorite moment: Leftover Wine @

Opening act(s): none @

Posted 04/24/2011

by peggyo1

Location:Long Island NY

Melanie is as good now as she was back when. This show Beau (her son) played well. Sometimes his spanish calypso type playing gets a little too much, but not this show he was great and she was awesome

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill @

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- Fri, Apr 22, 2011 @

Favorite moment: Leftover Wine @

Opening act(s): none @

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Review 18 for Melanie

5 / 5

Melanie

Rhythm Room @

- Phoenix @

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- Sat, Nov 13, 2010 @

Favorite moment: She sang All my favorites-hard to pick just one moment! @

Opening act(s): Jeordie(her daughter) is always great. @

Posted 11/15/2010

by Anonymous

Location:Phoenix

It was an amazing night. Both Melanie And her son and daughter were awesome.

Rhythm Room @

- Phoenix @

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- Sat, Nov 13, 2010 @

Favorite moment: She sang All my favorites-hard to pick just one moment! @

Opening act(s): Jeordie(her daughter) is always great. @

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Review 19 for Melanie

1 / 5

Melanie was bad

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- Sat, Nov 13, 2010 @

Posted 11/15/2010

by bert11

tiquilla is still her best friend. Didn't even sing a song all the way through. It was very sad, I wish I hadn't gone to the show and kept the pleasant memories I used to have about her and her singing.

Rhythm Room @

- Phoenix @

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- Sat, Nov 13, 2010 @

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Review 20 for Melanie

5 / 5

Great show

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- Phoenix @

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- Sat, Nov 13, 2010 @

Favorite moment: Beau Jared playing the guitar over his head. @

Opening act(s): Beau Jared, Jeordie @

Posted 11/15/2010

by YasgurLady

Location:Phoenix, AZ

I've seen Melanie's show many times. I can't wait to see her again. She is a fantastic performer.

Rhythm Room @

- Phoenix @

, AZ @

- Sat, Nov 13, 2010 @

Favorite moment: Beau Jared playing the guitar over his head. @

Opening act(s): Beau Jared, Jeordie @

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