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Review 1 for B.B. King
Unreal Concert
Red Rocks Amphitheatre @
- Morrison @
, CO @
- Thu, Aug 30, 2012 @
Favorite moment: I love that B.B. King pours his heart into his work and he shows his appreciation for his fans and love for music in everything he does. @
Setlist: You are my Sunshine, Rock Me Baby, The Thrill is Gone(And about 5 others for B.B., but I can't remember which.) @
Posted 09/04/2012
by Anonymous
Location:University of Denver
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B.B. King was outstanding. He played incredibly well, sang like his heart was in it, and was an admirable presence on stage. He was instantly lovable with his virtuoso playing, powerful voice, and wearing a big smile the entire set. I felt so honoured to be within 25 feet of B.B. King. He is still such a phenomenal singer, and (while he famously stays on the pentatonic scale during most of his solos,) I am not sure if his guitar playing could get any better. He was hilarious and I had so much fun. I thought that it could have been lame given he is almost 87 years old, but he impressed me with everything he played and every song he sung. Probably the best concert I'll ever go to.
Tedeschi Trucks band is hard to say sometimes, but they were also excellent. I am not as familiar with their music, but they sure delivered. Slide guitar is not nearly as exciting for me to listen to, but other than Duane Allman, Derek Trucks is the best there is. Susan Tedeschi has an outstanding voice. I always knew that, but she really filled the room and was an excellent frontman(woman?). Her guitar playing is getting really good too. Between having no idea what their songs are and not having the most interest in softer/alternative rock, I didn't know what to expect. From the first song to their second encore, they were outstanding.
Red Rocks Amphitheatre @
- Morrison @
, CO @
- Thu, Aug 30, 2012 @
Favorite moment: I love that B.B. King pours his heart into his work and he shows his appreciation for his fans and love for music in everything he does. @
Setlist: You are my Sunshine, Rock Me Baby, The Thrill is Gone(And about 5 others for B.B., but I can't remember which.) @
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Review 2 for B.B. King
B.B. King was better than ever !!!
Hershey Theatre @
- Hershey @
, PA @
- Sat, Jan 8, 2011 @
Favorite moment: His 'grand entrance' and the first song he played~straight through, without stopping for even a second! @
Opening act(s): Lily Arnet and her bass player were fantastic~ very professional~ awesome voice! Most entertaining! @
Posted 01/11/2011
by Sanwah
Location:Mountain Top, Pennsylvania
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After seeing B.B King several times throughout the years, it was amazing to find his voice as strong as ever, his guitar playing and band still incredible~ without skipping a beat, and his humor still keeping his audience in stitches!
Hershey Theatre @
- Hershey @
, PA @
- Sat, Jan 8, 2011 @
Favorite moment: His 'grand entrance' and the first song he played~straight through, without stopping for even a second! @
Opening act(s): Lily Arnet and her bass player were fantastic~ very professional~ awesome voice! Most entertaining! @
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Review 3 for B.B. King
B.B. King - A night to remember, ALWAYS!
Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom @
- Hampton Beach @
, NH @
- Fri, Aug 28, 2009 @
Opening act(s): Fair - technically a good band, however doesn't play from the heart like a blues band should. @
Posted 08/31/2009
by Candy131313
Location:New Hampshire
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I had seen B.B. King just about 10 years ago (which was awesome), however this show was incredible. It showed his humor as well as his boundless talent for both sharing his life experiences and making that guitar sing! Watching him was so moving to me it brought a tear to my eye and a smile to my face. I love you B.B. King!
Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom @
- Hampton Beach @
, NH @
- Fri, Aug 28, 2009 @
Opening act(s): Fair - technically a good band, however doesn't play from the heart like a blues band should. @
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Review 4 for B.B. King
He is a living legend, but....
Von Braun Center @
- Huntsville @
, Al @
Favorite moment: The Thrill is Gone @
Setlist: hmmm @
Opening act(s): Some cheesy Stevie Ray Vaughn wanna-be @
Posted 05/17/2013
by Anonymous
I hate to give B.B. King a bad review because he is truly a walking, breathing piece of American history. I love him. However, this is a CONCERT REVIEW and I have to say that it was not very good. I thought the opening act, Blues Revolution, was very "cheesy" and the guy was a poor Stevie Ray Vaughn rip off (and NO ONE needs to try to be Stevie Ray- they will fail). B.B. King came out on stage after his band played without him for a long time - I was getting worried - and sat in his chair. I was SO excited that I was in tears, but then I was let down. B.B. King proceeded to play a couple of songs, but spent the majority of the concert talking to the front row. I am sure that was a treat for them, but the rest of the audience listened to one side of a conversation for most of the night. It got old quick and I was upset. We traveled several hours for the show and it was a let down.
Von Braun Center @
- Huntsville @
, Al @
Favorite moment: The Thrill is Gone @
Setlist: hmmm @
Opening act(s): Some cheesy Stevie Ray Vaughn wanna-be @
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Review 5 for B.B. King
BB King and Jonathan Boogie Long are amazing!
The Forum @
- Harrisburg @
, PA @
- Fri, Apr 19, 2013 @
Favorite moment: When B.B. sees a child in the audience, he invites him up to shake hands. So endearing. @
Opening act(s): Jonathan Boogie Long and his band have a great future ahead. @
Posted 05/02/2013
by MaineFolks
Location:Rural Maine
B.B. was so in tune with the audience. He is wonderful. His opening act, Jonathan Boogie Long gave one of the best performances I have ever witnessed. Great venue ( love that ceiling at The Forum) with helpful ushers.
The Forum @
- Harrisburg @
, PA @
- Fri, Apr 19, 2013 @
Favorite moment: When B.B. sees a child in the audience, he invites him up to shake hands. So endearing. @
Opening act(s): Jonathan Boogie Long and his band have a great future ahead. @
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Review 6 for B.B. King
DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Center @
- Durham @
, NC @
- Sun, Apr 21, 2013 @
Opening act(s): Unusually good for opening acts @
Posted 05/01/2013
by BluesRgood
Robert Cray was great and worked hard to present his music.
DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Center @
- Durham @
, NC @
- Sun, Apr 21, 2013 @
Opening act(s): Unusually good for opening acts @
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Review 7 for B.B. King
Listening Back 2013
Gold Strike Casino @
- Tunica Resorts @
, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Favorite moment: When a Lady walked on stage to give him a Kiss @
Posted 05/01/2013
by 1babyluv
It was just a joy to see BB walk out on stage, take his sit and pickup Lucille;
We totally enjoyed to show. He may not have played a whole bunch of songs; but we have to remember that BB is well over "80" and just to hear him sing anything in my book was awesome :)
We totally enjoyed to show. He may not have played a whole bunch of songs; but we have to remember that BB is well over "80" and just to hear him sing anything in my book was awesome :)
Gold Strike Casino @
- Tunica Resorts @
, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Favorite moment: When a Lady walked on stage to give him a Kiss @
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Review 8 for B.B. King
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- Tunica Resorts @
, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Favorite moment: His singing @
Opening act(s): Great, from louisiana, wish I had caught the guys name. Wow! @
Posted 04/30/2013
by EMSTN
Location:Tunica mississippi
B.B. King is a legend. He is, however, 87. After reading some scathingly negative reviews, I was still eager to attend. My purpose was strictly to SEE B.B. King. Yes, the performance was lacking if you thought he would have the stamina for an actual concert. He did perform a bit, and his voice is still strong and moving. Yes, he did spend a lot of time talking to the audience in the front rows, but you could see a bit of the rascal in him, and at 87 it's great to see his spirit is as strong as his voice. I am happy I went.
Gold Strike Casino @
- Tunica Resorts @
, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Favorite moment: His singing @
Opening act(s): Great, from louisiana, wish I had caught the guys name. Wow! @
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Review 9 for B.B. King
Gold Strike Casino @
- Tunica Resorts @
, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Opening act(s): open act was good @
Posted 04/30/2013
by Anonymous
He had a very strong voice for his age. Very disappointed because he did not sing any of the songs that made him famous. It was more instustmental and talking than singing.
Gold Strike Casino @
- Tunica Resorts @
, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Opening act(s): open act was good @
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Review 10 for B.B. King
BB King in huntsville
Von Braun Center Concert Hall @
- Huntsville @
, AL @
- Fri, Apr 26, 2013 @
Opening act(s): Blues Revolution @
Posted 04/29/2013
by reviewer1925
I really enjoyed the opening act "Blues Revolution". Their lead guy is definitely talented and rips up the guitar. BB king's band was also excellent as was expected. BB, well, he is 87 years old, so for that I have to give it to him. He spent a lot of time talking to the audience about whatever, and even continued to ramble on (he was actually enjoying the moment I think), after the lights came on. He hit a few good notes, and a few good licks on the guitar, and probably missed a few as well. His band played with out him for the first 30 minutes or so. BB just did a few songs. At one point he sang an audience member happy birthday, and interacted with the people in the front quit a bit. It wasn't anything to blow you away, but I was entertained.
Von Braun Center Concert Hall @
- Huntsville @
, AL @
- Fri, Apr 26, 2013 @
Opening act(s): Blues Revolution @
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Review 11 for B.B. King
Feeling the love
Von Braun Center Concert Hall @
- Huntsville @
, AL @
- Fri, Apr 26, 2013 @
Opening act(s): Jonathan "Boogie" Long @
Posted 04/29/2013
by RIC0
Location:Huntsville, AL
The King is alive and doing well. This man is amazing, I only wish the performance had lasted longer. The opening band, Jonathan "Boogie" Long was spectacular as well!
Von Braun Center Concert Hall @
- Huntsville @
, AL @
- Fri, Apr 26, 2013 @
Opening act(s): Jonathan "Boogie" Long @
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Review 12 for B.B. King
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, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Posted 04/29/2013
by Von124
Location:Arkansas
BB was on stage approximately 30 min and only sang about one or two lines of several songs, he talked most of the time.
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, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
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Review 13 for B.B. King
I wasted my $ !!!
Von Braun Center Concert Hall @
- Huntsville @
, AL @
- Fri, Apr 26, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The excitement before it started. @
Setlist: none @
Opening act(s): some long frizzy haired guy in a purple suit that was very rude when I saw him in the hallway. @
Posted 04/29/2013
by Anonymous
Location:Albertville
The center had us park very far from where we were to enter even though there were spots close. Nobody seemed to know where to go. The sound inside was horrible. When he came out *assisted* he sat on the edge of the stage and talked most of the time ! Heard 1 song and then more talking. When he was about to start the 4th sing along of " you are my sunshine" we got up and walked out. If he's going to still have concerts......He should lower his price. He had a hard time raising his arms. Still love him but I will stick to his older videos ! I was SO excited to see him on my brthday, ended up very disappointed :(
Von Braun Center Concert Hall @
- Huntsville @
, AL @
- Fri, Apr 26, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The excitement before it started. @
Setlist: none @
Opening act(s): some long frizzy haired guy in a purple suit that was very rude when I saw him in the hallway. @
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Review 14 for B.B. King
B.B. King is amazing!!
Von Braun Center Concert Hall @
- Huntsville @
, AL @
- Fri, Apr 26, 2013 @
Favorite moment: He sang happy birthday to a man in the front row. @
Posted 04/29/2013
by RobynLb
Location:Madison, AL
This is my second time seeing B.B. King in concert and I'm so glad I got the chance. It is amazing seeing a living legend play right in front of you and the stories he tells are so funny. An all around great show!
Von Braun Center Concert Hall @
- Huntsville @
, AL @
- Fri, Apr 26, 2013 @
Favorite moment: He sang happy birthday to a man in the front row. @
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Review 15 for B.B. King
bb king
Gold Strike Casino @
- Tunica Resorts @
, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Favorite moment: BB SINGING THE THRILL IS GONE BUT WHAT HAPPEN TO SWEET SIXTEEN AND YOU MADE YOUR MOVE TOO SOON @
Opening act(s): VERY GOOD @
Posted 04/29/2013
by sldt
Location:MEMPHIS
the band was good but BB KING needs to send more time singing than talking.
Gold Strike Casino @
- Tunica Resorts @
, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Favorite moment: BB SINGING THE THRILL IS GONE BUT WHAT HAPPEN TO SWEET SIXTEEN AND YOU MADE YOUR MOVE TOO SOON @
Opening act(s): VERY GOOD @
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Review 16 for B.B. King
BB King is truly the king.
Von Braun Center Concert Hall @
- Huntsville @
, AL @
- Fri, Apr 26, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The Thrill is Gone. @
Posted 04/29/2013
by JEGreenjr
Location:Huntsville, AL
The last time I saw BB was 7-8 years ago and BB hasn't slowed down a bit. He puts on an incredible show.
Von Braun Center Concert Hall @
- Huntsville @
, AL @
- Fri, Apr 26, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The Thrill is Gone. @
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Review 17 for B.B. King
BB King is KING!
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- Tunica Resorts @
, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The humor that Mr. King added to his setlist. @
Setlist: I enjoyed the setlist as it was prepared and presented...however, I wished that he would have played "Don't Make Your Move Too Soon." @
Opening act(s): I enjoyed the young man....unfortunately, I can't think of his name right now...but he served as an 'appropriate' opening for Mr. King. @
Posted 04/29/2013
by DecemberLove
Location:Batesville, MS
The concert was GREAT! However, I might be a little bias...I am a fan of the blues and BB King. Quite honestly, Mr. King could have walked onto the stage with Lucille in hand, sat in a chair and just smiled. I would have been overjoyed just by witnessing the presence of Blues GREATNESS.
At 87yrs young, Mr. King has a hand for the guitar and an eye for the ladies :-)....along with an obvious GREAT sense of humor! As a matter of fact...if the guitar thing hadn't worked out...he could have been a comedian...his timing and facial expressions measured up to that of a seasoned comedian.
To Mr. KIng...you were blessed with a talent and I THANK YOU for sharing it!
Gold Strike Casino @
- Tunica Resorts @
, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The humor that Mr. King added to his setlist. @
Setlist: I enjoyed the setlist as it was prepared and presented...however, I wished that he would have played "Don't Make Your Move Too Soon." @
Opening act(s): I enjoyed the young man....unfortunately, I can't think of his name right now...but he served as an 'appropriate' opening for Mr. King. @
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Review 18 for B.B. King
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, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Favorite moment: When he sang"the thrill is gone"! @
Posted 04/29/2013
by bayoumetogirl
Location:Tunica
Absolutely awesome!!! He is remarkable!! Wish would have sang more songs but what he did sing was mesmerizing!!!
Gold Strike Casino @
- Tunica Resorts @
, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Favorite moment: When he sang"the thrill is gone"! @
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Review 19 for B.B. King
Interaction with crowd unforgettable !!!
Gold Strike Casino @
- Tunica Resorts @
, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The entire show !!! @
Opening act(s): Jonathan Boogie Long @
Posted 04/29/2013
by vrodguy2003
Location:Jackson,Tn
Have seen BB King numerous times over the years. He remains at age 87 the wonderfully gifted "Blues Master " and personality I have known from the beginning. May the Lord continue to Bless and keep him !!!
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- Tunica Resorts @
, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Favorite moment: The entire show !!! @
Opening act(s): Jonathan Boogie Long @
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Review 20 for B.B. King
BB is 87
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- Tunica Resorts @
, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Favorite moment: B.B.'s singing voice @
Opening act(s): Great! @
Posted 04/29/2013
by EMSTN
Location:Tunica mississippi
I had never seen BB King before and went just to see him. At 87 his voice and spirit are still strong. His persona is projected through his conversation and when he smiled, I felt the trip to see him was worth it. Unfortunately, his playing was minimal and slightly more of vocals. But, hey at 87, and after reading scathingly negative reviews, I went anyway just to pay tribute to an icon. It seemed his band was a little uncomfortable when his conversation went on too long. They were each very talented musicians and would have liked to have heard more from them. As I said, go to pay tribute, there will never be another B.B. King.
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- Tunica Resorts @
, MS @
- Sat, Apr 27, 2013 @
Favorite moment: B.B.'s singing voice @
Opening act(s): Great! @
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