Holy Holy Tickets

My wife and I were talked into going to this show with a friend, While I do love a great cover song, I have generally been disappointed with tribute bands and this case was really no different. When we arrived, I had no idea whether their was an opening act or not, but finally after milling about for an hour we got our answer, when a two piece band took the stage. I would come to learn that this opening act was Jessica Morgan who is Tony Visconti's daughter. Her folky style of music wasn't really my style, but her voice was good and so in spite of a few technical problems her show was decent. So after an intermission (which seemed to last much longer than was needed given that all that was done was the setlists were taped to the stage) Holy Holy took the stage. I was very familiar with Tony Visconti's career and somewhat with Woody's so knowing these two guys had been A players I had hopes they would surround themselves with some similarly talented musicians and for the most part they did, including having the aforementioned Jessica back on stage providing backing vocals. Musically this band was tight, and as I had hoped each of the musicians seemed at home on stage. HOWEVER the problem with this band was the lead singer, he started off the show sounding bad and I was hoping that he would improve as he warmed up......he never did. He constantly seemed as though he was pushing himself to feel comfortable on stage but could never quite get there. He also seemed to be trying to copy Bowie's accent and failng, but that just may have been his actual accent, but given that it would go away at times , I don't believe it was natural. Also he was clearly (for some reason) in charge of the mixing, as his vocals were way too loud to the point where when he was doing what would loosely be termed as singing you really couldn't hear the band. Another annoying thing he did was 3 times.....yes 3 times he implied that he was in Chicago and all three times a guy behind me (who i gather was as unimpressed as I was with him) would yell "No dumbass you're in Boston" and then finally once toward the very end of the show he said Boston. My other big problem with the show was the setlist, while I am not a David Bowie aficionado, I'm certainly a fan and know a great number of his songs, these guys dug deep into the catalog. While I certainly understand that they would play more of the stuff from the early days when Tony and/or Woody played with him, they were nearly halfway through their set before they played anything that I actually knew rather than the couple that I kind of recognized. While this did improve slightly toward the end of the set, there were a few what I would have considered must play songs that never showed such as Heroes, Rebel Rebel, Ashes to Ashes, Jean Jeanie, Young Americans and as much as I would have liked to hear them played, I can sort of understand them skipping over China Girl and Let's Dance as they were focusing on earlier work. The highlight of the evening was most certainly when the "vocalist" took a break and brought Jessica Morgan upfront to sing Lady Stardust, unlike him, her singing never seemed forced and I would have enjoyed the show a whole lot more if rather than opening the show she had just sung for Holy Holy rather than the prat they had trying to sing.

Just amazing!!! This was just the most extraordinary concert! The band was so talented and I got chills from some of the songs. Bowie's spirit was there, and we all sang, danced, and went home happy! LOVED LOVED LOVED this show. I wish I could see it again today.

What an incredible band. The musicianship is top notch. What a showman and vocalist Greg Greory is..Tony Visconti was David Bowies producer and Woody Woodmansey drummer from the Spiders from Mars. To see them at the Tower Theatre where Bowie recorded his album David Live was incredible.

A great show at the Tower Theatre. The lead singer was up to the enormous task and the band was spot on with their renditions of early Bowie songs. I especially like the focus on the Man Who Sold the World album. A must for true Bowie fans.

I was at the Tower Theater for Bowie's Ziggy Stardust show. The electricity in the air that night was palpable. The Holy Holy show began with the music of Beethoven's Ode to Joy that seemed to summon up the ghost of Ziggy and provided the drama for the show that followed. The band seamlessly segued into "Width of a Circle" and the concert was on. The performers showed respect of the material by playing it as it was written and the musicianship was top notch. Vocalist Glenn Gregory channeled Bowie without trying to imitate him and the lead guitarist did an admirable job of trying to fill the shoes of Mick Ronson. They played every song I wanted them to play and wisely stuck to material from Aladdin Sane and earlier. I had forgotten what a hero Bowie had been to the gay community and on the 3 song medley that included "All the Young Dudes" and "Oh! You Pretty Things" the audience went nuts. What really made this show special was the Tower Theater and it's close association with Bowie and his music.

Since it features Bowie's long-time drummer and producer/bassist, this is not a cover band. This is the closest thing to seeing David Bowie live. And they put on a really good, rocking, and emotional show.

WOW. Did that show/band transcend a Bowie Tribute band. They were OUTSTANDING. The entire experience having upgraded to the premium seats was one of the best in years. First we tried to sit in our original seats but those foldable poker table chairs could not hold us.

A couple of years back, original Spiders From Mars drummer, Woody Woodmansey, contacted Tony Visconti, David Bowie's long-time producer and friend. Woody wanted to do a show of the album "The Man Who Sold The World," and Visconti was the original bass player. It seems Bowie had wanted to tour the LP at the time of release, but it never came to fruition. At this time, except for the singer, Woody and Tony were the only surviving members of the band. Bowie gave them his blessing, but not his vocals, and the two formed a band they named Holy Holy (which was an out-take from the TMWSTW era, released as a single at some point). Most rock stars will tell you that TMWSTW is a seminal record that they have listened to most of their lives. It is a very impressive record that Bowie wrote when he was 22-years-old, and has held-up all these decades. Any Bowie fan, of any stripe, can gush on and on about it. Woody and Tony assembled a very impressive band, did a number of shows in Europe and regrouped to decide what to do. Since the show was greeted with such critical acclaim, they brought it to the USA last January. It opened in New York on Bowie's birthday, just two days before his shocking death. The band decided to trudge on, and they completed that first tour. This night's show at Tower Theatre, was the third show of the second US tour. I have seen it 4 times now and it gets better with each show. The ticket price is amazingly affordable for this day and age, and the performances are way above the norm: superior, brilliant. The band plays the LP from first note to last, with Glenn Gregory (Heaven 17) leading the vocals. The band stays true to the original production, and they rock the house. When they finish playing The Man Who Sold The World LP, they embark on a whirlwind of Bowie songs from the Spiders era: Lady Stardust, Moonage Daydream, Changes, All the Young Dudes, Watch That Man, etc. (See the set list.) It's like a greatest hits record played live on stage. If you know the LP, you should see this show. if you are a David Bowie fan, you should see this show. If you are a rock musician who wants a peek at the foundations of 70s rock, you should see this show. This show is totally worth seeing.

I have seen Holy Holy perform several times and they are incredible. One of the best performances I have ever seen. Don't miss them!!

Excellent! A memorable and moving tribute to the genius of David Bowie.

1/21 – Bowie Tribute Holy Holy @ Wilbur Theater Boston: Original Bowie Bassist Tony Visconti and drummer Woody Woodmansey put together this crack band to cover Bowie’s “The Man Who Sold The World” because ‘the band broke up before they had a chance to tour it’. No-one knew how sick David was and that he would pass in the middle of the tour. As well as being a tribute to David, former guitarist Mick Ronson and bassist Trevor Bolder were also honored. Set 1 was Bowie’s “The Man Who Sold The World” start-to-finish and the 2nd set was a bit more free-wheeling, but stuck to Bowie’s early 70’s output (Hunky Dory, Ziggy Stardust). It was a surprise how many of those songs are familiar –even after 40 years. Fine band, well-rehearsed and sharp and great sound.

For me this concert was special as I was very taken by David Bowie in the early 70's when Ziggy Stardust first came out. I was in college at the time and the album was totally unreal, friends and I would listen to it along with Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon" as well as Jimi Hendrix et al. Bowie was truly special, his persona was very welcoming to a (then closeted) gay man that I was, he opened doors that had long been locked shut. The show featured Glenn Gregory, who I don't believe most of the Boston audience knew or understood. Not only did he sing in a voice that was truly close to Bowie's, he was animated and audience-friendly throughout the show. Most reviewers focused on the two original members of Bowie's band, drummer Woody and bassist Tony Visconti. But the show would have been nothing without Gregory's vocals, he is well known in the UK as the lead singer of punk band Heaven 17. Thanks for a great show including Visconti's daughter, a great time was had by all including myself!

hope they come again doing a different album, every show sold out bar boston

I've been a Bowie follower and fan since 1973. He is my muse - my teacher - my inspiration. His death has devastated me and many. HOLY HOLY are fantastic and the closest I will ever be to Bowie. These are his actual musicians. Seeing Tony and Woody play his music and knowing they were the original members of Bowie's band makes it magical. Woody is the last living member of The Spiders From Mars. Tony has played and produced many of David's albums - he's amazing. Glen's vocals and ranges powerful and superb - Glen was vocals for Heaven 17. The entire band were talented and powerful. WHAT A NIGHT of singing, dancing, and tears. Magical. A MUST SEE for all Bowie fans - a rare experience.

Not being a fan of tribute bands I was hesitant about buying tickets for Holy Holy. Because David Bowie's death stirred up so many memories and emotions, I felt that seeing this show might be a good way to bring some closure. Wow am I glad I decided to go! The whole evening was a celebration of David Bowie's life and a reminder I think to everyone in the audience just how important his music is. Diamond Dogs was my first real concert at age 14 at Cleveland's Public Auditorium and some of the excitement of that first encounter with Bowie was reawakened this past Thursday night at the Wilbur Theatre in Boston by Holy Holy. Instead of being some cringe worthy re-enactment of glam Bowie, the band simply poured their hearts and soul into the music. The down home simplicity of it all gave it a feeling of being with friends of Bowie all through the night . Everyone on the stage and in the audience left with a smile on their face !

i never heard of holy holy when i bought these tickets a couple of months ago but i figured it would be a good way to hear bowie's music live since david was not touring anymore.well after david's passing i looked on youtube for holy holy.what i found on youtube is what i saw at the show,a tight group of performers playing the music amazingly well and sincerely having a good time playing it.i have seen david bowie live 7 times and it was only on the "reality" tour did david look to be enjoying it as much as holy holy looked on this tour.if you can see this show go see it.

With the sudden passing of our beloved Bowie, this venue offered a well delivered slice of what Bowie lovers needed--a way to mourn one of the greatest single artists of our time. Centered on the somewhat obscure Man Who Sold the World LP, the band delivered with energy, poise and OUTSTANDING vocals. After a highly competent set from that LP, the band moved into favorites from Hunky Dory, Ziggy Stardust era. Would love to see again anywhere in the world!

This show was absolutely awesome! The talent was outstanding. We would go again i na heartbeat.

Never got to see Bowie live but Holy Holy did a great job.

Great show. Former associates of David Bowie performing his The Man Who Sold the World album in its entirety, plus other Bowie classics. Great tight band made the songs sound like the original versions, which is no small feat. Emotional show considering David Bowie had just passed away 6 days previously.