Cory Wong Tickets

As a long-standing follower of the Cory Wong band from back rooms of breweries in Minneapolis, to venues all over the US, I was utterly disappointed by the pure lack of space given to the band by whoever mic’s the kick drums. For each quarter note of performance, I missed at least five sixteenth notes due to the sonic assault that is the kick drum reverb/sustain. I saw a bass player on stage, but even though I moved more than 300 feet left/right/front/back, I did not hear any bass guitar playing over the sonic boom that was every trap drummer’s dream tone. It worked for La Lom, the opening band, because the kick drum and upright bass played in sync, like a classic jazz/walking bass sound where the kick drum and bass play the same rhythm. When The Wongnotes took the stage, I was horrified to hear that nothing changed, and many many notes played by professional musicians would be covered by a booming resonance that never really let the audience understand what to do with their hands while their feet shuffled side to side at a reasonable quarter note pace. I paid a lot of money for this concert ticket, and heard approximately 1/4 of the notes I intended to hear. Oh well, I’ll chock this one up as a loss, but funk bands who work hard on their Synchronicity deserve better.

Top quality musicians, top quality music. I would go to his concerts every week if possible

Last night, the Observatory in San Diego's North Park, was transformed into a pulsating hub of musical energy as Cory Wong and his band took the stage. From the moment the lights dimmed, it was clear that we were in for an unforgettable experience. 1. Entertaining Vibes: The band’s charisma was infectious. Cory Wong himself radiated joy, moving effortlessly between rhythm guitar and captivating solos. His infectious smile and playful banter with the audience set the tone for the evening. Wong’s stage presence was magnetic, drawing us all into the groove. 2. Musicianship at Its Finest: The musicianship on display was nothing short of mind-blowing. Each member of the band was a virtuoso in their own right. The tightest horn section I’ve ever witnessed added layers of soulful melodies, punctuating the rhythm with precision. The instrumentalists weaved intricate patterns, creating a sonic tapestry that left us spellbound. 3. The Animated Drummer: The drummer, oh, the drummer! His powerful groove reverberated through the venue. His sticks danced across the drum kit, and he seemed to channel the heartbeat of the music itself. His animated performance was a visual delight—I couldn’t tear my eyes away. It was like watching a master painter create a masterpiece stroke by stroke. 4. Cory Wong: The Rhythm Guitar Wizard: And then there was Cory Wong. The man is more than a rhythm guitarist; he’s a wizard. His fingers moved effortlessly across the strings, conjuring up funky rhythms that made our hips sway involuntarily. Wong’s rhythm work was the backbone of the entire performance, holding everything together with finesse. 5. Stellar Solos: But wait, there’s more! Wong’s solo moments were pure magic. His fingers danced up and down the fretboard, exploring scales and bending notes. Whether it was a soulful ballad or a high-energy funk jam, Wong’s solos were a testament to his mastery of the instrument. The crowd erupted in applause after each breathtaking run. 6. Featured Vocalist Monica Martin: Although it was a bit hard to hear her, she is a talent in her own right. Beautiful and elegant, her sweet and soulful voice added a nice dimension to the show. In summary, Cory Wong and his band delivered a night of musical ecstasy. They transported us to a place where worries melted away, and all that mattered was the rhythm, the melody, and the sheer joy of being alive. If Cory Wong is playing near you, do yourself a favor—grab a ticket and let the music take you on a journey. 🎸🎵✨

Cory put on a fantastic show. The entire band was amazing, particularly the horn section!

Cory Wong put on an epic show! Great tunes, world class musicians! Highly recommend seeing him and his band live!

A barrage of the highest level of musicianship and musicality possible. Every player is as good as any player I've ever seen. And all of the songs are amazing. This is a band I will see every chance I get.

Highest level of musicianship + infectious energy + incredibly tight band + masters playing freely at their craft + press conference + the EWI you didn’t know you were missing out on = wong time.

The music was awesome! But the Mezzanine level acoustics at the Paramount did not serve the tight precision provided by the band very well. Volume was higher than needed and was a bit washed out particularly with the bass and voice. Seemed like the sound for the final 2 encore sounds was improved? YouTube beat out live for this concert. Maybe ground floor sound was better?

The show was a last. Overtone on stage played together so well. The light-hearted nature and humor was delightful! I would definitely see them again!

Band great. Energy, focus, tight, dynamic. Sound (in upper mezzanine) quite bad. (Ushers restricted sampling other sections). Main problem was hyper dominant subwoofers, primarily kick drum, overrode all low end (virtually no bass guitar definition), muddied the mids (vocals, horns, keys), and unbalanced with highs (eg upper horns & keys, guitar). VERY disappointed in sound quality for such a nice venue. I liked novel highlight of “press conference” show debrief preceding the 2 song encore. (Also one of the segments you could actually hear well.) On- stage videographer frequent distraction.