Great Show as always
by Mikie on 3/20/24The Vogel at Count Basie Center for the Arts - Red BankHe always being energy to the show, this is my 8th time seeing him in NJ
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Ohio Theatre - Playhouse Square
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The Clyde Theatre-IN
BONEY JAMES IN CONCERT:
Legendary sax man Boney James is a model of stamina and endurance, consistently wowing fans with his nonpareil virtuosity and herculean performances. Taking the stage with his trusty Selmer Mark VI saxophone, James eschews the placidity of smooth jazz in favor of a bombastic playing style, and whether he's leading call and response with his band or tearing through an epic solo he never fails to bring the house down. Billboard named him their No. 3 Contemporary Jazz Artist of the Decade, and fans lucky enough to catch him on his upcoming tour will be left with no questions as to why.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Massachusetts-born James Oppenheim, a.k.a. Boney James, began playing clarinet at age eight, switching to saxophone two years later. In his teens, he was introduced to Motown and jazz saxophonist Grover Washington Jr., leading him to join a fusion band when his family moved him to Los Angeles at age 14. Following stints as a session player for acts like the Isley Brothers and Teena Marie and a featured role playing in Morris Day's band, James released his solo debut album Trust in 1992. Since then, he has released more than a dozen albums, selling more than three million records worldwide and earning a number of accolades including a Soul Train Award and two NAACP Image Awards. Back on the road, he'll draw from his decade-spanning catalog to deliver fans an unforgettable night of virtuoso sax playing.
FANS WHO BOUGHT TICKETS SAY:
"Unbelievable! A non-stop wonderful show for almost 2 hours. Boney seems almost unreal in how long he can hold a note. Don't miss this!"
"Boney James is a great performer. He came off of the stage and danced with the audience, and he played to both sides of the stage. He sounded great and his band was fantastic."
"Boney James did what Boney does. He rocked the place. Great concert. Would go again next week if they played."
He always being energy to the show, this is my 8th time seeing him in NJ
We had a great time, the acustics were wonderful as were our seats. It would have been great if the event were longer...
Great night, great seats just wish the show was a little longer. I see Boney whenever he is anywhere in NJ....
Boney James and his band put on an awesome show in Redbank. The venue was intimate and personal. There was no sitting still...just jamming to the music! Can't wait to see them again.
Boney did not disappoint, he and his fellows musicians performed with the expertise and excitement we’ve come to expect from this musician. Never a dull moment and much to remember!
Drove to Detroit to see Boney James & it was worth every penny. He & his band showed out. This was my 15th time seeing him. As the title says, he never fails to bring a phenomenal show. If Boney comes anywhere in Michigan I’m going to see him. If you have seen him yet, do yourself a favor & go
Boney James was amazing!!, He put on an absolute Amazing performance.
I had a great time. Boney James and the band put on A great show
Boney James did not disappoint! The legendary jazzman’s performance was the icing-on-the-cake finale for the New Orleans Jazz Festival ‘23. They could not have chosen a better performer to close out the two week-long event in style. Boney’s performance was, as usual, stellar! If he comes back to the Big Easy, I’ll be there front and center.
Great concert. Loved how he came back out and I had a great time. Staff was great; very helpful. Love to come again. I enjoyed myself tremendously.