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Review 1 for Michael Franks
Michael Franks, Excellent jazz singer/songwriter.
House of Blues Dallas @
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- Sun, Dec 2, 2012 @
Favorite moment: "When Sly Calls" ...... don't you dare touch that phone! @
Setlist: I can't remember the set list, however he covered most every one of my favorite songs. @
Opening act(s): N/A @
Posted 12/04/2012
by ssmithlg
Location:DFW Texas Area
Michael's distinctive and soothing voice coupled with his unique lyrics and jazzy musical stylings were a treat to my ears as well an uplift to my spirit.
The band was composed of very accomplished jazz players that when given "the nod" to solo did not dissappoint. The concert went from about 90 minutes to 2 hours with two encores.
Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves.
PS. The house sound system was very well balanced both from a volume and tonal aspect.
The band was composed of very accomplished jazz players that when given "the nod" to solo did not dissappoint. The concert went from about 90 minutes to 2 hours with two encores.
Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves.
PS. The house sound system was very well balanced both from a volume and tonal aspect.
House of Blues Dallas @
- Dallas @
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- Sun, Dec 2, 2012 @
Favorite moment: "When Sly Calls" ...... don't you dare touch that phone! @
Setlist: I can't remember the set list, however he covered most every one of my favorite songs. @
Opening act(s): N/A @
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Review 2 for Michael Franks
Michael Franks lived up to expectations
House of Blues Dallas @
- Dallas @
, TX @
- Sun, Dec 2, 2012 @
Favorite moment: When he sang, "Sunday Morning Here With You" @
Posted 12/04/2012
by DallasFanReview
Location:Dallas
When it comes to Jazz, Michael is my favorite. He performed many of the audience favorites, but didn't sing Holiday Music from the Concert Title. I was totally satisfied, though. I love the standards.
House of Blues Dallas @
- Dallas @
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- Sun, Dec 2, 2012 @
Favorite moment: When he sang, "Sunday Morning Here With You" @
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Review 3 for Michael Franks
Michael Franks eternally young
House of Blues Dallas @
- Dallas @
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- Sun, Dec 2, 2012 @
Posted 12/04/2012
by SaxLover57
Location:Dallas
A wonderful evening, wish it could have lasted another hour!! Great band and his voice sounds supple and strong. Loved the concert.
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- Dallas @
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- Sun, Dec 2, 2012 @
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Review 4 for Michael Franks
Michael Franks remains a genius!
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- Sun, Dec 2, 2012 @
Posted 12/04/2012
by Rougeau
Location:House of Blues Dallas
His voice never changes and he continues to wow the crowd! My wife and I loved the show!!!
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- Dallas @
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- Sun, Dec 2, 2012 @
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Review 5 for Michael Franks
Music at its best!
Birchmere @
- Alexandria @
, VA @
- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Posted 11/25/2012
by VWilli
I was recently introduced to Michael Franks' music through my husband who's been a fan for many years. Mr. Franks' opening note made me an instant fan! It was amazing to hear an artist sound just like his album - if not better! No studio music. This was clearly music at its best! I'll definitely be in line to see him each time he frequents the DC area.
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- Alexandria @
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
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Review 6 for Michael Franks
Still the Master
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- Alexandria @
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Favorite moment: 'Baseball' and 'Rainy Night in Tokyo' @
Posted 11/19/2012
by Joee111
Location:Easton Md
Seen Michael Franks many times and quite 'frankly' had issues with the quality of his voice the last time I saw him. This Birchmere show dispelled any concerns - he was spot on with all of his song choices and performed a truly exceptional show. Great set, great band, nothing more to say than great show.
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Favorite moment: 'Baseball' and 'Rainy Night in Tokyo' @
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Review 7 for Michael Franks
Michael Franks will always be a favorite
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- Alexandria @
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Favorite moment: My son declaring how smooth Michael's voice is @
Opening act(s): N/A @
Posted 11/19/2012
by MadLad
Great show! charles and the rest of the band were fabulous! End of the show came too soon! will definitely catch Mike again!
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- Alexandria @
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Favorite moment: My son declaring how smooth Michael's voice is @
Opening act(s): N/A @
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Review 8 for Michael Franks
We're all getting older
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Posted 11/19/2012
by Maura5
Location:Reston, VA
Top 1000 Contributor
It was a nice night to be out & about. The concert was packed with loyal fans who truly enjoyed themselves. Michael Franks' unique style was pleasant to experience in person but his voice was a little weak. He seemed to rely heavily on his band mates to carry the concert. I admire these 'old guys' *(& gals) who get back out on the road to deliver to their fans but sometimes I wonder if's time for some of them to rest on their Grammys. The sets were pretty short but fan favs were performed, which I guess redeems a lot of performance sins. Once was enough.
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Review 9 for Michael Franks
Michael Franks was outstanding!!!!
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- Alexandria @
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Favorite moment: When he sung "Raining Night in Tokyo" and singing "When Sly Calls". @
Posted 11/18/2012
by Carolmil
Location:Live in Maryland
The Birchmere has a crowd of people who come together to hear good music. With Michael Franks, it was an outstanding, amazing night. As a fan of Michael Franks, this was my first time at his concert and he sounded greater, even better than his CD. His voice is so great! He is a kind and a nice man! His band was great and was not louder than the person singing. The selections with Ms. Veronica Dunn's voice was so smooth and they blended so well together in tune. If anyone enjoys smooth jazz and gets an opportunity, please see Michael Franks. Been a fan of his for a while but he gets better in time with his songs. Even after his performance, he met with people who waited to see if he would come out and meet us and he took the time to listen and hear what we were saying. Each and everyone person who waited he met them. True fan of Michael Franks!! So real!!!!
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- Alexandria @
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Favorite moment: When he sung "Raining Night in Tokyo" and singing "When Sly Calls". @
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Review 10 for Michael Franks
Seeing is Believing
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- Alexandria @
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Favorite moment: Solo Song @
Opening act(s): None @
Posted 11/18/2012
by OldFranksFan
Location:Richmond Va
I have to quailfy this revirew by saying this was my first time to the Birchmere. Many of my friends frequented this place when I was younger and raved. Were can you go and get, drinks, meal and up close enteratinment these days. The ticklets were reasonable, the seating, although dinner style was comfortable. Even if there were'nt drinks, conversation, seeing you favorite artist up close makes you easily forget about any chair discomfort. Levels of volume and accuracy of sound spot on for this concert. Waited too long to see Michael Franks. Great show, fabulous musicians and backup vocalist. And Mike; came across like the first day I heard him many years ago. Yes we're getting older, but his talent is evergreen. He is very gracious and shares his musicians with the audience letting them showcase their talent. They were impressive. After the show, we waited a lilttle and got to meet him, talk and get an autograph. No rush, no overpowering crowds, no cat calls from the audience, just sit back, take it in, enjoy and aplaud your masters. I can see why Michael would choose The Birchmere. If you are in within three hours, it's worth the drive, especially if you want to see the greats without big screen monitors , thousands of people and poor acoustics. I'll be there again, sooner than later.
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Favorite moment: Solo Song @
Opening act(s): None @
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Review 11 for Michael Franks
I was wowed!
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Favorite moment: Everything @
Opening act(s): None @
Posted 11/18/2012
by crazyforBuble
Location:Florida
Top 250 Contributor
I have always wanted to see Michael Franks but he has never performed in South Florida, so since I was visiting the Virginia area, I checked to see if he would be in town. I was pleasantly surprised. He was everything I thought he would be. I just wished he would have sung for hours and hours. The venue was amazing, it was really funky.
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- Alexandria @
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Favorite moment: Everything @
Opening act(s): None @
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Review 12 for Michael Franks
Excellent
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- Alexandria @
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Setlist: Almost all the favorites...Lady Wants to Know, Popsicle Toes, Eggplant... @
Opening act(s): N/A @
Posted 11/18/2012
by Anonymous
Location:Washington DC
Have been listening to Michael for many, many years and this was the first time to see him live. Disappointed that he didn't play guitar at all but the live performance exceeded expectations. The professionalism of the entire ensemble was impressive. Each of the musicians (bass, drums, keyboards and vocals) had turn to display exceptional talent and virtuosity.
Birchmere @
- Alexandria @
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Setlist: Almost all the favorites...Lady Wants to Know, Popsicle Toes, Eggplant... @
Opening act(s): N/A @
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Review 13 for Michael Franks
Michael Franks is timeless!!!
Birchmere @
- Alexandria @
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Favorite moment: When he did a shout out to his very 1 st fan that wrote him many many years ago and she flew in from Kansas! @
Setlist: Popsicle toes, when I give my love to u,night in tokyo @
Posted 11/18/2012
by Anonymous
Location:WDC
What can I say... His voice is freakin amazing! I was pleasantly surprised that his voice was so clear and it sound just as good " live" as on cd! Standing room only at the Birchmere. Venue ok. But Michael Franks was so worth it. His band was irreplaceable. And his vocalist " VERONICA NUNN" she held it down! They are inseparable!
Birchmere @
- Alexandria @
, VA @
- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Favorite moment: When he did a shout out to his very 1 st fan that wrote him many many years ago and she flew in from Kansas! @
Setlist: Popsicle toes, when I give my love to u,night in tokyo @
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Review 14 for Michael Franks
Michael franks was awesome as usual!
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- Alexandria @
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Posted 11/18/2012
by Anonymous
After all these years his performance has not changed. It was a great nite with awesome music!
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
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Review 15 for Michael Franks
Michael Franks is still amazing!
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Favorite moment: Mr. Blue @
Posted 11/18/2012
by sushilover10k
I have loved Michael and his band for years. The qualities that make his voice so wonderful haven't seemed to decline much at all, if any, over the years. The music was at its top notch level as usual. I will continue to see Michael as long as he is touring.
Birchmere @
- Alexandria @
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- Fri, Nov 16, 2012 @
Favorite moment: Mr. Blue @
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Review 16 for Michael Franks
Michael Franks LIVE still delivers!
Access Showroom at Aliante Casino & Hotel @
- North Las Vegas @
, NV @
- Fri, Oct 19, 2012 @
Favorite moment: His recent rendition of Popsicle Toes for his closing set. @
Posted 11/02/2012
by TeeheeInk
Location:New Mexico
His performance in Vegas was just as smooth and mellow as the first time I saw him 30 years ago. Fans arrived late which delayed the start so it didn't last as long as we would have liked, an hour and 20 mins. The Aliante staff said at his last performance he stayed till the last fan got a signature or photo but I understood he had a flight to catch. Will definitely put him our my performance alert calendar.
Access Showroom at Aliante Casino & Hotel @
- North Las Vegas @
, NV @
- Fri, Oct 19, 2012 @
Favorite moment: His recent rendition of Popsicle Toes for his closing set. @
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Review 17 for Michael Franks
Michael Franks at Aliante Casino & Hotel
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- North Las Vegas @
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- Fri, Oct 19, 2012 @
Favorite moment: When Sly Calls was the highlight song for me. @
Posted 10/22/2012
by Anonymous
Location:Summerlin, Las Vegas
I still can not believe that he is still on the tour. The show was nice and I enjoyed it a lot. Been a fan of MF since I was in high school, it was such a treat to see him live.
Access Showroom at Aliante Casino & Hotel @
- North Las Vegas @
, NV @
- Fri, Oct 19, 2012 @
Favorite moment: When Sly Calls was the highlight song for me. @
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Review 18 for Michael Franks
Michael Franks concert of a lifetime!
Access Showroom at Aliante Casino & Hotel @
- North Las Vegas @
, NV @
- Fri, Oct 19, 2012 @
Favorite moment: Popsicle Toes of course! @
Opening act(s): none @
Posted 10/22/2012
by Anonymous
Location:Los Angeles
I have listened to Micheal Franks since the 1970's and he never ceases to amaze me with every album he releases.
His poetry is unmatched and his play on words is amazing.
His sultry voice is still flawless!! This concert was everything I had hoped for and more. His songs took me to another place as I closed my eyes and listened with a smile on my face!
The band members were lively and so talented. His female vocalist added beautiful harmonies and blended so well to make songs sound fuller.
Wish I could have had a Kodak moment with him ; )
Thank you MIchael for touring again and I look forward to another concert soon! Even if I have to drive 5 hours again to see you!!!
If you havent' seen him.. make it a bucket list want!!!!!
Access Showroom at Aliante Casino & Hotel @
- North Las Vegas @
, NV @
- Fri, Oct 19, 2012 @
Favorite moment: Popsicle Toes of course! @
Opening act(s): none @
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Review 19 for Michael Franks
He was incredible!
Access Showroom at Aliante Casino & Hotel @
- North Las Vegas @
, NV @
- Fri, Oct 19, 2012 @
Favorite moment: Popsicle Toes @
Opening act(s): none @
Posted 10/21/2012
by ECMan
Location:Carson City, NV
first 3rd of the show featured Eggplant. Middle 3rd was sluggish in part because I didn't know the tunes, but it was boring. Last 3rd included his greatest songs ever, including Monkey see Monkey Do and finishing with Popsicle Toes! Stellar uploaded to u tube
Access Showroom at Aliante Casino & Hotel @
- North Las Vegas @
, NV @
- Fri, Oct 19, 2012 @
Favorite moment: Popsicle Toes @
Opening act(s): none @
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Review 20 for Michael Franks
GREAT SHOW
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- North Las Vegas @
, NV @
- Fri, Oct 19, 2012 @
Favorite moment: When he played Monk's New Tune @
Posted 10/21/2012
by 2forfranks
Location:Henderson NV
This guy is great, his voice sounded amazing, nice small venue, very talented band members, He played lots of his greats and one or two new songs. We drove from the other side of town for this show and it was well worth the 70 miles we put in to get there and home.
Access Showroom at Aliante Casino & Hotel @
- North Las Vegas @
, NV @
- Fri, Oct 19, 2012 @
Favorite moment: When he played Monk's New Tune @
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