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Rating: 4.3 out of 5 based on 372 reviews

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THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER IN CONCERT:

Big Apple jazz fusionists and a cappella masters The Manhattan Transfer have been putting their one-of-a-kind spin on vocal music since the late '70s, and they continue to wow in concert with swinging sets full of playful covers and funky originals. After the passing of singer and founding member Tim Hauser in 2014, booming bass/baritone Trist Curless of LA-based a cappella group m-pact stepped in to fill his shoes – and he's a perfect fit. In concert the band is an electrifying embodiment of their upbeat downtown sound, bopping around while they deliver their pitch-perfect vocals and encouraging fans to clap along to the jazzy rhythms of their ace drummer. The group's signature guy-girl vocal interplay sounds fresher than ever, and ticket buyers lucky enough to see them work their magic will be humming favorites like "The Boy from New York City" and "Route 66" all the way home.

BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:

The Manhattan Transfer was formed in 1969 by Tim Hauser and an early lineup that appeared on the group's 1971 debut album Jukin'. Hauser parted ways with the band's first incarnation a few years later, and in 1975 he and a new roster released The Manhattan Transfer's self-titled sophomore album. The record was a critical and commercial success, cracking the Top 40 on the Billboard 200 and earning the group their first hit with the song "Operator." A string of popular singles followed in the late '70s and early '80s including "Chanson D'Amour" and "Twilight Zone/Twilight Tone," and in 1982 The Manhattan Transfer became the first group to win Grammys in both the popular and jazz categories ("The Boy From New York City" won Best Pop Performance and "Until I Met You" took home Best Jazz Performance). The Grammy buzz continued in 1985 when their eighth album Vocalese earned 12 nominations, nearly beating Michael Jackson's Thriller for most nominations ever received by a single album. The group maintained a prolific release schedule throughout the '80s and '90s, and in 1998 they were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame. Hauser and company released six albums during the '00s including An Acapella Christmas and The Chick Corea Songbook, but in 2014 Hauser passed away from a heart attack. Singer Trist Curless stepped in to take his place shortly afterward, and the new lineup continues to honor the band's hallowed vocal legacy with rousing performances on tour.

Reviews

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 based on 372 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Stellar Show

    by Dennis on 4/15/23Jesse Auditorium - Columbia

    Great show from The Manhattan Transfer once again!

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Never again

    by For real on 4/3/23The Space at Westbury Theater - Westbury

    Hugely disappointing. After a short but funny stand up by Bobby Collins, the room darkened and we sat in the audience with NO announcement or explanation as to what was going on for about 40 minutes (maybe longer). Totally unprofessional on the part of the organizers. When they finally restarted the show, heckling from the audience was met with resistance using the fact that it was a benefit concert. Don’t know what that has to do with being left in the dark for an extended period of time. MT came on but it was too little, too late. They were ok but spent too much time on very old material

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    50 years of song and going strong

    by Lori K. on 4/2/23The Space at Westbury Theater - Westbury

    You never know what 50 years will do to the voice or the spirit or the tightness of a group. The Manhattan Transfer were not just good they were great. Instead of the so many tired acts that are just out there for the paycheck, riding on a reputation, 50 years of experience with the MT has given them an ease, a joy, a total command of the material and choreography that was still fresh and delightful. You could feel the relaxed way with themselves and the music. Their material was varied and fun, their harmonies and scat and absolute commitment to the evening was a gift—they are still the real deal. Unfortunately I found the opening act off putting, even insulting. He played to his idea of the cliche older white middle class Long Island audience. I get that there was a demographic but people 50 to even 80 today are vital and interested in what’s new, vs listening to jokes about all we can’t do now that we’re a Medicare crowd… it left me cold vs warming me up and I was only hoping the MT would pleasantly surprise, and boy did they.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Manhattan Transfer - Best Occapella!

    by Bill F. - Oyster Bay, NY on 4/2/23The Space at Westbury Theater - Westbury

    For their 50th year together show, Manhattan Transfer is still very awesome! As the night went on, it was like they were in their 40's . . . lots of vocal calisthenics or as they would say "Vocalese." Their band is also extremely talented, and all were a joy to listen to. There was no overpowering sound, crazy lighting, smoke, etc. Thoroughly enjoyed it!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Manhattan Transfer concert for Long Island Cares

    by Di on 4/2/23The Space at Westbury Theater - Westbury

    The Group was fabulous. Totally enjoyed their performance. First saw them perform on New Year’s Eve 1983. Still blown away.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great

    by susie on 1/17/23Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker - Ft Lauderdale

    It was unreal. Saw them last year but this show was super better and loved the orchestra.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    They're still amazing!

    by Joyfu on 1/17/23Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker - Ft Lauderdale

    I saw Manhattan Transfer in the summer 1989 in New York City when I was 23. I saw them January 2023 and introduced them to my 20 year old daughter. She loved them. I loved them as much now as I did 34 years ago!!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Precisely Reminiscent!

    by PK on 1/17/23Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker - Ft Lauderdale

    If you loved the MT when they first emerged, you will love this show with their crazy good and complex harmonies and energy that is still off the charts. Did not disappoint AT ALL!

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Oldies

    by Jls on 1/17/23Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker - Ft Lauderdale

    Overall, I enjoyed that in Transfer. It was refreshing to see three of the group members original. You don’t see that anymore when you go to venues and groups that have been around since the 60s and 70s they’re all new faces. So that was refreshing, and they were all able to hold the tunes and give a great performance.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fantabulous !

    by Syd on 1/16/23Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker - Ft Lauderdale

    Always loved this group and they haven’t lost it. They sound just as good if not better than in the past. They are all amazing.To not have lost their beautiful voices and talent 50 years later is so special for them. We enjoyed every minute of the show.