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Wolf Trap Filene Center
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James Taylor in Concert
James Taylor is the archetypal singer/songwriter, who helped create the template for the troubadour style that dominated the 1970s. And when he brings his blend of folk, pop, rock, and soul influences to the stage, it's like a part of history is unfolding before the crowd, with enough tuneful energy to generate some major good-time vibes. The five-time Grammy-winning, multi-platinum songsmith offered up tracks like "Fire and Rain" and "You've Got a Friend" to the collective pop-cultural consciousness in the '70s, and they've stayed there ever since. Of course, he's continued to make compelling music for many decades, and his shows are a grab bag of transfixing new tunes and beloved classics. Taylor's 2018 tour with his All-Star Band (not to be confused with Ringo Starr's similarly named group) also shows how much a crew of world-class players can bring to a classic catalog. Some of the most renowned musicians on the planet lend their talents to the band, including drumming god Steve Gadd, hotshot jazz pianist Kevin Hays, legendary saxman Lou Marini, and more.
James Taylor Background
James Taylor was born in Boston, but moved to North Carolina a few years later, and the bucolic settings of his childhood eventually informed the pastoral side of his songwriting in a major way. He learned guitar in his adolescence, soaking up folk and blues influences before hitting the coffeehouse circuit in the '60s. Before too long he was in Greenwich Village fronting a band called The Flying Machine, but he soon emerged as a solo singer/songwriter. His 1970 album ‘Sweet Baby James' became a game-changer for the whole '70s music scene. Alongside the likes of Carole King and Joni Mitchell, Taylor epitomized the thoughtful, acoustic-based ballad style that came to dominate the era, and ubiquitous hits like "Fire and Rain" and "Country Road" were central to that style. In later years Taylor showed his versatility by scoring smash singles with covers of R&B tunes like Marvin Gaye's "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)" and Jimmy Jones' '50s hit "Handyman," and Taylor has never stopped finding fresh ways to bring his work to the huge audience that's been addicted to his music for decades.
James Taylor 2021 Tour Dates
May 14, 2021 - Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, LA
May 17, 2021 - Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, TX
May 21, 2021 - ExtraMile Arena in Boise, ID
May 23, 2021 - Tacoma Dome in Tacoma, WA
May 24, 2021 - Moda Center in Portland, OR
May 26, 2021 - Chase Center in San Francisco, CA
May 28, 2021 - Chase Center in Anaheim, CA
June 9, 2021 - United Center in Chicago, IL
June 11, 2021 - Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls, OH
June 12, 2021 - DTE Energy Music Theatre in Detroit, MI
June 14, 2021 - WSU Nutter Center in Dayton, OH
June 15, 2021 - Charleston Coliseum in Charleston, WV
June 17, 2021 - PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA
June 25, 2021 - KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, KY
June 26, 2021 - FedExForum in Memphis, TN
June 28, 2021 - Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN
July 1, 2021 - Giant Center in Hershey, PA
July 2, 2021 - Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel, NY
July 7, 2021 - PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, NJ
July 9, 2021 - BB&T Pavilion in Camden, NJ
July 10, 2021 - Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh, NY
September 12, 2021 - Mile One Centre in St. Johns, NL
September 15, 2021 - Scotiabank Centre in Halifax, NS
September 16, 2021 - Avenir Centre in Moncton, NB
September 18, 2021 - Centre Bell in Montreal, QC
September 19, 2021 - Canadian Tire Center in Ottawa, ON
September 21, 2021 - Budweiser Gardens in London, ON
September 22, 2021 - Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON
September 26, 2021 - Bell MTS Place in Winnipeg, MB
September 28, 2021 - Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB
September 29, 2021 - Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB
October 1, 2021 - Save On Foods Memorial Centre in Victoria, BC
October 2, 2021 - Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC
Such a great concert! All the songs and great musicians in support of a master troubadour. James Taylor sings meaningful lyrics and doesn’t feel the need to scream at you or pump up the sound so loud you go home deaf. If you want to feel mellow and happy nothing beats James Taylor live.
JT never fails to put on a great show. The folks in the band were top notch. I was dreading going to USANA; however, I was pleasantly surprised. The sound was really good, the video screens were good, and the crowds were not unrealistic. Parked off the grounds so I did not have to put up with the parking nightmare.
Last week, my wife and I went to the James Taylor concert, which was fantastic. While we enjoyed the event inside, we encountered challenges at the entrance. My wife, battling cancer and using an electric wheelchair, struggled with the tough gravel. The ADA parking was located north of the ticketing booth, while the main entrance for security was on the south side. When attempting to navigate the gravel, the wheelchair nearly tipped over, creating a distressing situation. Despite having fast lane passes, just before the gates opened, the fast lane was relocated to the south entrance. After not being able to work through the gravel, security kindly guided us through the gate on the north side. Despite the positive changes within the venue, we hope that UFirst will consider enhancing the experience for ADA visitors, I know we are few in the number of tickets but I truly hope for changes, after all my wife really wants to go more concerts.
I'm not a big concert goer, but my date loved it! We took blankets and bundled up on the grass and enjoyed good music. It was a good time. I enjoyed it and my date really liked it.
He really surprised me. He actually was really fun to watch. Good concert.
James Taylor was perfect as usual. The traffic and parking at this venue is heinous.
James Taylor is wonderful. This isn't a review of his performance. It is a review of the recent changes to the venue made by its new owners. Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre does not allow any seating to be brought in for lawn attendees. This is a change from when it was called USANA when you could bring in stadium seats or anything lower than 5 inches. All this so they can sell their $20-a-pop lawn seats that are at least 10 inches high. Sitting on the ground in front of someone who has shelled out the extra money for a chair negates being able to see the stage. Big thumbs down for nonsensical rules that are designed to get you to spend more money.
James Taylor still has the beautiful voice he started with!! Great Concert loved by all in attendance. He is someone to see as many times as you can.!!
JT was great! He mixed humor and sentiment all throughout the musically captivating show. I highly recommend seeing him if you have the opportunity!
James Taylor still has the great voice were accustomed to hearing on the radio stations, he's well worth the attending.
Thoroughly enjoyed first class performance by James Taylor who still has it and his all star supporting singers and musicians.
James is one and only singer that makes me happy all the time.The Hollywood Bowl is the perfect scenario for his music. The band incredible as usual
I’ve seen James Taylor several times through the years, and he just keeps getting better and better! I adore him and fall more in love with him every time I see him! Do yourself a favor and get tickets for JT ASAP!
The Hollywood great place to see a concert. James Taylor was great. Love the stories and his sense of humor. Concession prices are extremely high. No choice for size of popcorn and I hate the kiosk ordering.
Like your favorite slippers, James Taylor brings his music to soothe your soul. What’s not to like? He sounds great and he band of backup singers are spectacular. It was fun to see his son singing with his Dad.
Enjoyed the show tremendously! Loved the 2nd half when he sang his old greatest hits.
Had the time of our lives. Great concert!! Parking/shuttle was super easy (but I should’ve read the fine print). Our seats were great and James Taylor put on an amazing show!!
I have to say this was the greatest performance with his All-Star band. This is the second time we have seen him and it never fails to amaze us how much better he gets every time. Can’t wait to see him again. It’s always a delight and a pleasure to see him, perform all his greatest hits, he’s one of a kind And the greatest of all times thank you for all you do.
James Taylor played great music. He has a great personality and introduced all of his backups and band members. If you have a shuttle in your area, take it. Parking was terrible and very expensive.
We’ve seen Sweet Baby James several times and just love him! (At least twice at the Bowl.) His songs, his personality, his dry wit. He seems to really enjoy what he does. The back-up singers and musicians were amazing!
