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Hampton Jazz Festival

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Review 1 for Hampton Jazz Festival

5 / 5

Jill was great!!!!!!

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

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- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Beginning to end @

Posted 09/05/2012

by mymymy40

Location:Washington,DC

Had a great time with Jill. She really did her thing....

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- Hampton @

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- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Beginning to end @

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Review 2 for Hampton Jazz Festival

5 / 5

KEM was awesome!!

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: KEM...he's wonderful, and a very talented performer. He sounds just like his songs that are played on the radio and on cds'...he is AMAZING... @

Opening act(s): RaJazz @

Posted 07/10/2012

by NoxB

It's been a while since I've been to the Jazz Festival, and Sundays' show did not disappoint.
All the performers were great. Ms Jill Scott did her thang, not fond of the new music. I would have liked for her to sing more of the more popular songs. But, I know she's and artist and needs to get her music out there to her fans, she was very entertaining.
-Dav Koz-great musician, I have never heard his music before, but will make a purchase soon. His guest performers were great also (luv Bebe Winans)
-RaJazz-never heard them before either, very good..
-Kem, stole the show...In my opinion, awesome performer....

Will come every year as long as KEM will be there. :)

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: KEM...he's wonderful, and a very talented performer. He sounds just like his songs that are played on the radio and on cds'...he is AMAZING... @

Opening act(s): RaJazz @

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Review 3 for Hampton Jazz Festival

5 / 5

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- Hampton @

, VA @

- Fri, Jun 22, 2012 @

Posted 07/08/2012

by Anonymous

Location:baltimore

The show was excellent. Charlie Wilson took us to church.

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- Hampton @

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- Fri, Jun 22, 2012 @

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Review 4 for Hampton Jazz Festival

5 / 5

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- Hampton @

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- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Posted 07/08/2012

by Anonymous

Location:baltimore

Sunday show was excellent. Each performer turned it out in their own way.

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- Hampton @

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- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

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Review 5 for Hampton Jazz Festival

4 / 5

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- Hampton @

, VA @

- Sat, Jun 23, 2012 @

Posted 07/08/2012

by Anonymous

Location:baltimore

Monica performance was terrible. Her act was depressing. She was trying to sound like Whitney Houston but couldn't do it. Monica couldn't get into her act because she ran out. of time .

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Sat, Jun 23, 2012 @

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Review 6 for Hampton Jazz Festival

5 / 5

Hampton jazz festival

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- Hampton @

, VA @

- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Kem, Kem, Kem when he said "beautiful black women"....... @

Posted 07/05/2012

by Phudd

Location:NC

This evening was one of the better, no best days. Kem and Jill Scott turned it out. Who could not love Kem with the smooth jazzy R&B vocals and the way he moves on stage can only keep any and plenty women on the edge of their seat. Jill Scott kept us moving the rest of the night thank you HJF!!!

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Kem, Kem, Kem when he said "beautiful black women"....... @

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Review 7 for Hampton Jazz Festival

5 / 5

Loved It

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Whole weekend @

Posted 07/04/2012

by 1CEM

Location:North Carolina

I attended all 3 nights and loved them all. On Sunday I went to the Comfort Zone club right down the street from the coliseum and had some more fun. I will be back next year.

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Whole weekend @

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Review 8 for Hampton Jazz Festival

3 / 5

Bring the JAZZ back to the Hampton JAZZ Fest

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton, VA @

- 06/22/2012 @

Favorite moment: Kenny G @

Opening act(s): Rajazz were awesome!!!! Hands down the best performance for an opening act. @

Posted 07/03/2012

by DMVGAgirl

Location:Washington, DC

I love concerts and had seen 95% of the artist already. I was disappointed in Charlie Wilson, he was late and didn't apologize. It was too late for him to try to do his entire show that I've seen at least 5 times. I think his ego has gotten the best of him. Don't get me wrong, I love CW but I liked him better 4 years ago...much more humbling. Natalie Cole did her thang. She was awesome! Gerald Albright and Norman Brown were the highlight of the evening. Love Jazz. Bring more Jazz!

Saturday night...most memorable and enjoable was Kenny G. Monica, although I love her voice and music, she was out of her league. Ledisi was great, missed Will Downing due to traffic....that's another story.

Sunday night RaJazz was awesome…the opening act. To be honest, they did a better job than Jill Scott closing act. Kem was good but I've seen better when he's in a smaller venue were he’s the headliner. Dave Koz and BeBe Winans performance was awesome.

Now to Jill Scott. I love Jill Scott and have seen her at least 4 times. She's usually a lot better depending on the crowd and venue, but I didn't enjoy her show at all. Not sure what's going on with her but I know she can do better.

This was my first time going to HJF and maybe the last. I drove from DC and booked a room in Suffolk. It was further away, but I managed to beat all of the traffic by staying in the opposite direction of all the traffic. I was only on I64 for 5 mins….I took I664 and there was no traffic going into Hampton area. However, the traffic leading to the Coliseum is horrible. But, folks seemed patient and there weren't any incidents that I'm aware of. The food at the venue needs improving.

Some advice, ladies dress comfortable, walking from the parking lot to the Coliseum can be treacherous with heels on. Just wear some cute flat sandals and a long sundress and you will be fine. I tend to get cold however, it was really warm in there to me. The sound was not great, but it wasn't so terrible like most have complained about.

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton, VA @

- 06/22/2012 @

Favorite moment: Kenny G @

Opening act(s): Rajazz were awesome!!!! Hands down the best performance for an opening act. @

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Review 9 for Hampton Jazz Festival

4 / 5

Jill Scott was Jill

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- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Posted 07/01/2012

by PolyGrad

The whole lineup was great. Really enjoyed all of the acts.

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- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

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Review 10 for Hampton Jazz Festival

5 / 5

Hampton JazzFestival was Unforgettable!!

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- Hampton @

, VA @

- Fri, Jun 22, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Natalie Cole @

Posted 06/30/2012

by newjarulz

Location:Washington D.C. Metro Area

Unforgettable is what is was -- Natalie Cole was just Unforgettable.

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

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- Fri, Jun 22, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Natalie Cole @

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Review 11 for Hampton Jazz Festival

5 / 5

Hampton JazzFestival was Awesome!!

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- Hampton @

, VA @

- Sat, Jun 23, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Entire show was fabulous. @

Posted 06/30/2012

by newjarulz

Location:Washington D.C. Metro Area

One word--AWESOME!! I cannot wait until 2013. Loved every minute of the show.

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

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- Sat, Jun 23, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Entire show was fabulous. @

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Review 12 for Hampton Jazz Festival

5 / 5

Hampton Jazz Festival - Fabulous Lineup!

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- Hampton @

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- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Jill Scott and KEM! @

Posted 06/30/2012

by newjarulz

Location:Washington D.C. Metro Area

Great show; the lineup was very impressive and gave the audience their all. Cannot wait until 2013.

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

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- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Jill Scott and KEM! @

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Review 13 for Hampton Jazz Festival

4 / 5

JazzFest 2012

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

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- Fri, Jun 22, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Charlie Wilson light show @

Posted 06/29/2012

by attrooper

Location:Raleigh, NC

Enjoyed the show I attended 6/22. Gerald Albright and Norman Brown were great, Natalie Cole was classy and of course Uncle Charlie was mister showmanship.
Missed first artist Alex Boyd
The only cpmplaint I have is that the setup time between acts were too long without some type of entertainment, i.e a DJ or maybe an emcee or comedian.

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Fri, Jun 22, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Charlie Wilson light show @

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Review 14 for Hampton Jazz Festival

5 / 5

Natalie Cole is truly unforgettable

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Fri, Jun 22, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Natalie Cole singing I'm Catching Hell. @

Setlist: Sophisticated Lady, Annie Mae, I've Got Love On My Mind, Tell Me All About It, La Costa, Miss You Like Crazy, Unforgettable, Inseparable, Catching Hell, This Will Be, Our Love, When Love Comes To Town @

Posted 06/29/2012

by ColeFan1

Location:Chesapeake, VA

From Sophisticated Lady to Our Love, Natalie was great. Catching Hell, Mr. Melody, I Got Love on My Mind and This Will Be still sound great.The change of pace, Tell Me All About It, La Costa and Unforgettable added flavor to the show. She is truly a legend.

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Fri, Jun 22, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Natalie Cole singing I'm Catching Hell. @

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Review 15 for Hampton Jazz Festival

5 / 5

Natalie Cole was so "UNFORGETTABLE"!

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Fri, Jun 22, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Natalie Cole and her father (in video) singing "Unforgettable" @

Setlist: Outstanding @

Opening act(s): Alex Boyd was great ~ will be checking out his music. Has a "Robin Thicke"/"BeeGees" vibe. @

Posted 06/29/2012

by ChelleKae

Location:Frederick, MD

We were able to secure tickets for Friday night only! Let me tell you ~ Alex Boyd, Gerald Albright, Norman Brown, Natalie Cole and "Uncle" Charlie Wilson did not disappoint us!
They brought the thunder~ storm! Great performances from all of them.
We have plans to attend at least two nights next year! Absolutely LOVE Tidewater area and Hampton Jazz Festival!

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Fri, Jun 22, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Natalie Cole and her father (in video) singing "Unforgettable" @

Setlist: Outstanding @

Opening act(s): Alex Boyd was great ~ will be checking out his music. Has a "Robin Thicke"/"BeeGees" vibe. @

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Review 16 for Hampton Jazz Festival

5 / 5

UNFORGETTABLE

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- Hampton @

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- 06/22/2012 @

Posted 06/29/2012

by nlvjjr

Location:Richmond

The shows were great. The sound system was bad. But when you got talent it does not matter. All of the acts blew me away. Job well done.

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- 06/22/2012 @

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Review 17 for Hampton Jazz Festival

4 / 5

Started Slow but got Better

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- Hampton @

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- Fri, Jun 22, 2012 @

Posted 06/29/2012

by BigBrotherBrooks

The opening act Alex Boyd (never heard of him) was weak… I really can’t put my finger on his music, wasn’t rock, wasn’t R&B, wasn’t jazz… just sounds…
So the show started off kind of weak. But that changed when Gerald Albright and Norman Brown hit the stage. They brought it, a lot of energy and a great sound. Natalie Cole was very good as well. When she sang ‘Unforgettable” with video accompaniment of her father, the video failed a minute into the song. She stopped and had few words for the person responsible. At one point she said to the crowd, “somebody getting fired tonight”. Of course the crowd laughed. They got it together and continued on.
Uncle Charlie… Where do I start? First let me say I have always liked the Gap Band music and even some of his music too. The stage ‘production’ just seemed a little over the top. Nobody really wants to see Uncle C. running around like a teenager (that was the opinion in my section). We came to hear the music. As a man thank you for the four young lady dancers, gorgeous but, that was enough. He could have let them do what they do and he just sang the songs. But no… he’s running around, sweating like a pig had to change clothes very couple songs. It was just too much ‘Hollywood’. Even the band members looked like a ‘punk’ crayon box with their yellow, hot pink and turquoise suits…
About half way thru his set we headed for the door… and we were not alone. But some of those folks may have just wanted to get out of the parking lot.

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Fri, Jun 22, 2012 @

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Review 18 for Hampton Jazz Festival

4 / 5

Nice show

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Sat, Jun 23, 2012 @

Opening act(s): Will Downing (Monica should have been 1st) @

Posted 06/29/2012

by BigBrotherBrooks

The show was very good. The only thing I would have changed would have been the order… Will Downing and Ledisi were great. Monica should have been the opening act in my humble opinion. She just didn’t seem that polished to me… Maybe it was just a bad day we all have those from time to time.
I am not a fan of Kenny G’s so we left before he came on stage. And based on the number of people leaving when we did, they felt the same way too.

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Sat, Jun 23, 2012 @

Opening act(s): Will Downing (Monica should have been 1st) @

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Review 19 for Hampton Jazz Festival

5 / 5

The Best for Last

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- Hampton @

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- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Opening act(s): RaJazz, outstanding sister on the sax!! @

Posted 06/29/2012

by BigBrotherBrooks

As usual the Sunday show is always the best. From the opening act to Jill Scott’s last song the lineup was on point. This was my first time seeing Rajazz and Dave Koz and they did not disappoint.

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Opening act(s): RaJazz, outstanding sister on the sax!! @

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Review 20 for Hampton Jazz Festival

5 / 5

Jill Scott and Kem were phenomonal

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Every moment @

Opening act(s): Dave Koz and Bebe Winans @

Posted 06/28/2012

by SupamannLuva

Location:Washington, DC

Both artists were amazing, they gave the audience more than we could've asked for. I also enjoyed the set by Dave Koz and Bebe Winans, who have become two of my favorites after seeing them perform.
If you never been to Hampton Jazz Festival then you'll never know the intimacy and passion that goes on there every year. I would encourage you to go and be amazed.

Hampton Coliseum @

- Hampton @

, VA @

- Sun, Jun 24, 2012 @

Favorite moment: Every moment @

Opening act(s): Dave Koz and Bebe Winans @

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