Awesome Live
by Mitch on 2/2/24I saw Goo Goo Dolls two times last Summer and they are even better live now than they’ve ever been! I would see them if you haven’t. I hope they tour in 2024.
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GOO GOO DOLLS IN CONCERT:
Backed by a catalog of hits and a pile of platinum records, these Buffalo alt-rockers continue to repay the fans that built them with epic showmanship and tireless performances. Though they’ve ruled the pop-rock charts since the mid-90s, they were born in the punk rock trenches and never skimp on energy or spectacle when they're live on stage. Back on the road in 2014 in support of their tenth studio album Magnetic, the Dolls will be joined by Daughtry and the Plain White T's, making for one heck of an all-star rock lineup.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Formed in upstate New York, the Goo Goo Dolls toiled in Northeast punk and college rock anonymity for nearly a decade before achieving breakthrough success with 1995's A Boy Named Goo. Featuring catchy '90s alt-rock staples like “Name” and “Naked," the album went double-platinum, thrusting them to national attention. 1998 follow-up Dizzy Up the Girl was an even bigger hit, catapulting the band to international superstardom with No. 1 smash "Iris," which garnered several Grammy nominations including Song of the Year. Since then, the band has continued to record and tour to critical acclaim, hitting the road once again in 2014 in support of their tenth studio album Magnetic.
FANS WHO BOUGHT TICKETS SAY:
"I cannot say how much I love the Goo Goo Dolls! This concert was just as good as the previous concerts I have attended. Johnny looked as sexy as ever and the band can still rock out after all these years. I will never get tired of attending their concerts.”
"This is my 3rd time seeing the Goo Goo Dolls & they are incredible live. I love them!"
“This was the best I have ever seen the GGDs. There was so much energy and you could see how much they enjoyed playing. This was hit after hit of great music!"
I saw Goo Goo Dolls two times last Summer and they are even better live now than they’ve ever been! I would see them if you haven’t. I hope they tour in 2024.
As an avid concert goer, I prefer the smaller, more intimate venues, but with the capabilities to bring the big show experience. That’s why White River Amphitheatre is a favorite place to see a favorite band! Goo Goo Dolls continue to bring us new music, but they treat every show as if it’s the first show you made it to and the last show you’ll see. So they will play the nostalgic tunes they’ve played thousands of times with the same conviction as their new hits. If you ever question whether or not to see this band, always go see the Goo!
Band is just as fabulous live; may be better than their recordings. We finally got to a live concert together - it was worth every penny. Could tell John was ill - so dedicated - but still did awesome on vocals (thanks for not letting fans down). ..Robby still our favorite funny man (G says: still have the guitar pick you gave me at our Samsung Xmas party, thanks!).
The Goo Goo Dolls bring it every single time! They have mastered musicanship, vocal chops, and crowd engagement. This band exudes the expertise of seasoned performers combined with the energy and stamina of much younger bands. While I would prefer harder, deeper cuts, their concerts thrill long-term and casual fans alike. If you're on the fence, just go!
What a perfect night! The concert was at the Vetter Stone Amphitheater. The weather was beautiful. Fitz and the Tantrums were the opening act. They had so much energy and l wish they could have played longer. This is the second time I have seen GGD. They played nonstop for 90 minutes. I've been a fan since 1990 and they keep getting better!
Very good show especially the warm up band very good leading to the main band The venue however needs to remind people to be respectful of others I could not see part of the show and considered leaving because I could only see the band on a TV screen which I could have seen in my own home other then that it was a great show
They performed up to par. Love their music. Only draw back. They didnt play my favorite song, which is their number 2 hit. Bummer
I've been to shows where the artist just went next, next, next goodnight everyone, and some that milled around but GGD had just the right amount of audience interaction. The set list was great they played the hits, a little new stuff and one's that made you go oh yeah I remember this. Most importantly they played like they cared. I would definitely go again.
I laughed, I screamed, I cried. This was the best concert I’ve attended. The energy from GGD, and the people around me was phenomenal. My heart is happy forever. Nothing bad to say about this one!
I saw the Goo Goo dolls last year for free at the Virginia Beach oceanfront, so I was questioning whether to see them again at a paid venue. I'm glad I did. The show was even better this time at the Portsmouth Pavilion! And I seemed to really hear the lyrics of many of the songs like never before, and really found them relatable and inspiring! I couldn't believe all the guitars! I counted 38 of them sitting in racks on the side of the stage. He changed them out frequently during the concert. Never saw that before. All around, a fabulous concert!