Loved the show!!
by C. Jaye on 6/5/24The Union - Salt Lake CityRating: 5 out of 5They were so worth the wait!!! I've been waiting to see them since the '80s!

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ECHO & THE BUNNYMEN IN CONCERT:
Formed in the late-'70s wake of punk's first wave, Echo & the Bunnymen forged a unique fusion of post-punk, new wave, and neo-psychedelia that established them as pioneers of a new direction in British rock. Today the band's moody, sophisticated sound is as compelling as ever, and their spellbinding live shows are the perfect place to experience it in the flesh. Whether brooding frontman Ian McCulloch is belting out classics from seminal 1984 album Ocean Rain or performing new material from 2014's Meteorites, Echo & the Bunnymen never fail to mesmerize with muscular musicianship and intense performances on their unforgettable tours.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Echo & the Bunnymen formed in Liverpool in 1978, taking their name from a list of nonsensical monikers suggested by a friend. The band made their debut in 1979 with "The Pictures on My Wall", released on the now-legendary Mute Records imprint. Their 1980 album debut Crocodiles was a critical and commercial success, cracking the UK Top 20 and setting the stage for the success of sophomore album Heaven Up Here, which reached the Top 10 in 1981. Their chart run continued in 1983 with third album Porcupine, the vessel for hit singles "The Back of Love" and "The Cutter" and predecessor to the band's landmark 1984 album Ocean Rain, widely considered by critics as the pinnacle of their '80s output. After taking a hiatus between 1993-1996 the band reformed with a vengeance, scoring another Top 10 hit with "Nothing Lasts Forever" and delivering a powerful series of performances on tour. With their 12th studio album Meteorites hitting shelves in 2104, Echo & the Bunnymen have fans eagerly awaiting their next live shows. Previously, Echo & the Bunnymen has sold out venues to capacity, like The Fillmore (Minneapolis) and Fox Theater (Oakland).
FANS WHO BOUGHT TICKETS SAY:
"Amazing show. Ian's voice has not changed a bit. The band sounds the same as the first time I heard them. Bravo!"
"The Bunnymen did amazing renditions of their albums. The improvisation on Crocodiles brought back many great live memories of Bunnymen past shows."
"It was an amazing show. The band sounded incredible and Ian was very much a dynamic presence. Two complete albums were played, along with encores, so it was definitely a show to remember."
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They were so worth the wait!!! I've been waiting to see them since the '80s!
I last saw the bunnymen in 1987. This show in 2024 was fantastic. Their music is so much better live!
Good music and show. Just one thing. No one could seem to understand the lead singer when he spoke to the audience.
The music rocked as usual and the performance enjoyable if you can set aside Ian's eccentricities and boorish behavior. The street parking required at this venue is always a pain. On this occasion, the street outside the venue was completely blocked from one direction to foot traffic and caused an extra 15-minute walk around the block. The venue should have the consideration to get a message out to concert-goers to warn them about this so they can expect it and adjust their plans.
This was a great show at a good small venue. Opening band was good. Echo and the Bunnymen were outstanding, sounding as good as ever. Opened with newer stuff that was a little harder then the eighties music. Last part of the set was all the classic 80's songs they are known for. Will definitely see them again next tour. Want to mention the Union is a great small venue, with a great crowd and excellent staff.
This was my fourth time catching Echo & The Bunnymen live. They never disappoint! If you ever have the opportunity to see them play, do not hesitate. Their music is magical.
I think the band has got a very definitive set list which they play very well....I traveled 5+ hours to see them in Detroit over memorial day weekend and felt it was worth it
Early entry was a great idea if the groups started at a decent time. First group started nearly an hour and a half after the doors open. Opening band was horrible. Other than one member the rest sat in chairs while playing. After that there was nearly an hour waiting for the main band. Watching guitar techs tune instruments time after time stalling. Finally the band shows. Plays around 6 songs and leaves for a ten minute break that really was more like 30. Thank Goodness they did sound great. The only thing to save the evening!
The Filmore is a beautiful venue. The staff got us in there quickly and to our seats in the mezzanine. The warm up band was very strange, like music from scary movies, which, I'm sure some people liked, but the genre had nothing to do with the main act. Echo and the bunnymen were good as a band, but Ian was not on top of his game. His voice was off and even cut out at times. They came out late, played for 25 minutes, then took a 30 minute break. Many people left at that time. The lighting was all from behind the band with no front spotlights. Kind of strange looking at silhouettes the entire show. I hope Ian gets better soon.
First of all, they said the doors open at 7 but the show didn't start until after 930. Next, they played for thirty minutes and then took a twenty minute break. The audio was horrible throughout. Singing and speaking. Just horrible. Finally, they performed the whole show in the dark! The audience spent more time in the spotlight then the group. Nothing like having lights shone in your eyes when trying watch a performance! I would NOT recommend seeing Echo and the Bunnymen. Even if someone else paid for your ticket!
Very disappointing show. Not worth the money. So sad!
We left. He was drunk and struggling to get the lyrics out.
too much smoke on stage. We could not see anyone but the guitarist. Ian was very sick and we all knew it so I appreciate him trying to push through. I waited a longtime to actually see them. I have not had a chance over many years so this was great and a little disappointing at the same time. Hope I can see then when Ian is well.
The opening act was comically bad, but we didn't pay to see them, so it is what it is. We did, however, pay to SEE Echo and the Bunnymen, who apparently preferred NOT to be seen. The only lighting they had was their special effects lights, no spotlights, so the band members remained in the dark. I can sit in my own living room and listen to music in the dark. Add in the hour wait between the opening act and the main event, plus another half hour break between sets, and a setlist that left the best songs until the very end of the concert, and it ended up being the most boring concert I've ever been to. We left early. Waste of time and money.
The darkness was so entirely annoying. This had to be the weirdest show that I’ve ever been to. It didn’t help detract from his poor, gravely, shattered voice. It was sad. Getting old can suck. Drinking doesn’t help. The band was great.
The warm up band was so bazaar and the music was out of the world, but in a bad way. With Echo, Every person on stage was in the dark the whole concert. Could not see anyone’s face. There was an intermission after 6 songs?? They did sound good though.
The singer was clearly under the weather and they took an intermission after only 5 songs. They did return to play. I think the show was roughly 75 minutes of them playing.
The band was tight all night, but Ian was way off. The extended break between sets was unnecessarily long. Great setlist and, overall, a fun night.
I've seen this band probably five times. I'll have to say this was not my best outing. I'm not too sure if he was intoxicated or just generally out of it. Missing a lot of words. Had to sit on a chair for 50% of the concert. Just not a good venue
I’ve been a fan since the 80s and seen them about a dozen times over the years but all those cigarettes have taken a toll, Ian’s voice is totally shot, all hoarse and croaky. Time to pack it in, I won’t be going to see them again. Sorry but true.