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Darlene Love on Tour
A singer of some of the biggest hits in the history of American popular music, Darlene Love can now claim to have a name that's as familiar as her voice. Her appearance in the Oscar-winning 2013 documentary 20 Feet From Stardom helped launch an extraordinary new phase in her five-decade career. Since the late 1950s, she has sung lead on hits such as the Crystals' "He's a Rebel" and "He's Sure the Boy I Love" and backup on classics like the Ronettes' "Baby, I Love You." Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, the Beach Boys and Sam Cooke were just a few of the artists who benefited greatly from her power and versatility as a vocalist. Through the ‘80s and ‘90s, famous fans like Steven Van Zandt, Bette Midler and David Letterman would give Love more chances to take center stage. But it wasn't until the success of 20 Feet From Stardom that Love truly received the recognition she long deserved. Now a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Love and her nine-piece backing band show audiences all that she can do with energetic performances of songs from throughout her career.
Darlene Love in Concert
The woman originally known as Darlene Wright was a teenager in Los Angeles when she began her music career. She caught the ear of Phil Spector while singing in a girl group called the Blossoms and became a prominent singer in the producer's array of talents. Besides singing lead vocals on "He's a Rebel" and other hits by the Crystals, she'd be prominently featured in songs by fellow Spector acts the Ronettes. She also performed "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)" on the iconic 1963 holiday album A Christmas Gift for You From Phil Spector. Her voice would appear on hits by artists as diverse as Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley and Shelley Fabares.
After taking time to raise her family, she returned to music in the ‘80s. Highlights from this time include performing in the Broadway musical Leader of the Pack and joining U2 for the Irish band's 1987 version of "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)." Her career as an actress also took flight after she made the first of four appearances in the Lethal Weapon movie franchise.
In 2011, she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Two years later, she gained wider recognition when she appeared in 20 Feet From Stardom, the Oscar-winning documentary about some of music's most underappreciated vocalists. The attention led to the 2015 release of Introducing Darlene Love, her very first solo album after nearly 50 years in music.
Darlene was AMAZING! I rarely use that word but it fits here! Her voice is better than ever and she has an energetic and lovable stage presence.I was moved by her attitude of gratitude! I have been a fan of Darlene Love since my childhood-before I even knew it was her singing!
Excellent show. Darlene never lets us down. She sings from her heart and soul. WE missed her singing A NIGHT OF PEACE. You are a class act Darlene and your show brings a strong spiritual sense to our holiday every year. KUDOS to Seth Glassman and his orchestra.
Darlene Love was absolutely wonderful ! What a show! She hasn"t lost a beat even though the night of the show was her 70th birthday!!! She looks great, she sounds great and the orchestra was terrific!! Her guest on the show was her own sister, Edna Wright and the HoneyCone who had their own string of hits . Of course the finale was "Christmas, Baby Please Come Home" ! Awesome show . I'm very glad I went.
This was my second time seeing Darlene...if possible, even better than last year. All the classics are there and then some...getting to see her sing some extras..."Ain't No Mountain High Enough"..."You're all I Need to get By"..."I know where I've been" from hairspray...there's NOTHING you don't get. She's is an amazing treasure who should not be missed! The greatest voice of our time which through the years has only gotten stronger and better.
First time seeing her, GREAT SHOW can't wait until next year.
Been seeing Darlene's Christmas show for a number of years and they just get better and better. She always has a surprise or two for us. It felt like family. Even at --yrs old she blows the others away. I go to hear the Specter era stuff but most of her performance is non Specter and spectacular. Darlene is love! We even got to see and hear her sister strut her stuff. As Letterman says, " Christmas doesn't begin until Darlene sings Christmas ( Baby Please Come Home".
She is a testament to a person who never gave up. Her voice is still fantastic. Her command of the stage and the audience is absolutely terriffic. Darlene remains one of the greatest singers, ever!
We attend this concert every year and Darlene just keeps getting better and better - if that's possible. She's very entertaining and can still belt out her songs as if she were many years younger. It wouldn't be like the holiday season without attending her concert. We're also looking forward to her annual pre-Christmas appearance on David Letterman - always a stand and cheer moment.
Darlene Love doesn't miss a beat - she is as great now as she was years ago - always puts together a show worth seeing
ms love started out off key, but tone and strength improved in second half of show. Band, esp percussion and organ/piano outstanding. Bringing on her sister was wonderful and she also rocked. Darlene's duet w gentleman in chorus was marred by poor amplification. Also want to note that we had especially rude people seated nearby who were drunk (liquor inn lobby bar) who were allowed to take their drinks to their balcony seats; had to ask them repeatedly to stop loud singing, clapping, cat calling, etc.
This was our second year in a row seeing Darlene Love's "Love for the Holidays" concert. It was non-stop entertainment, singalong, dancing in the aisles, FUN! We will keep going as long as she keeps singing. If you get a chance to see this "Hall of Fame" artist, do it!
Excellent Show including her sister's performance! This show always puts us in the Holiday mood and it keeps getting better every year!
WOW! 73 years old. I couldn't believe she would be that good. Look up recent footage on youtube, and if you can catch one of her shows, do it. As for the venue, again, top drawer. Great food and great seats providing you get there when the doors open.
i have seen her show every year for the past 3 years, and she is always so entertaining. also always love the surprise visits, Sissy Houston, LALA!!!! and her sister!!!!
I've seen Darlene in concert about a dozen times and she never fails to thrill her audience. Her voice is as strong as ever and she has never looked better. She simply makes you feel good.
Darlene Love sings like her life depends on it. Every note will blow you away in a way you never thought possible before. If you want to see true gut-wrenching talent and hear great music that the whole family can enjoy, Rock'n'Roll Hall-of-Famer Darlene Love is the way to go. Her show is a mixture of music, memories, and even some comedy. You won't be disappointed.
i knew she had a powerhouse voice and have never seen her live before. however i was blown away by every aspect of her performance-vocally moving and very generous personality. she really connects with the audience and everything she does is for her fans. not at dishonest moment. her special guest was her younger sister from the 70's soul group honey cone. she sang her hits and some more and joined her sister for a rockin duet. it was a christmas concert and mercifully she sang few xmas songs but put a great spin on all of them
a great show,with a good mix of christmas songs and originals. i really missed not having today i met the boy i,m going to marry, but the show still was great. i saw ronnie spector last year and rated the shows equal.
Darlene is living proof that you get better with age. She totally rocked it. Looking forward to next year.
I can't begin to tell you how amazing Darlene Love live was. She is a gift from the Lord above. Thank you Darlene for gracing us with your talent! <3
