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Jessie Reyez in Concert
Combining unapologetic lyrics with in-your-face vocals, Toronto-born singer-songwriter Jessie Reyez is one of pop's brashest personalities. Reyez played guitar as a child and realized she was a music writer while in high school. In 2014 she collaborated with Chicago-based MC King Louie on his Canada-saluting track "Living in the Sky." In 2016 she broke through on her own with "Figures," a stark post-breakup track paired with a gripping video that showcased Reyez's raw feeling. "Evoking emotion from people is always a byproduct," Reyez told Genius. "It's not like I aimed to do that, but it's a beautiful byproduct that happens to come from certain songs."
Now, as a recipient of a JUNO award, 2018 Breakthrough Artist of the Year, she could say her subsequent catalog has been an object lesson in releasing that byproduct. Her debut EP, 2017's 'Kiddo,' was steeped in feeling while also showing off her musical range and the delirious "Shutter Island" pairs her yowl with macabre carnival music, while "Great One" shows off her softer side, its plush synths allowing her to luxuriate in existential questions like "What is life? What is love? What is time? What is choice?" The harrowing 'Kiddo' track "Gatekeeper," accompanied by a short film that she cowrote, turned a #MeToo-worthy experience from years ago that almost led to her quitting the music business into an artistic triumph.
While gearing up for the release of her second EP, 'Being Human in Public,' Reyez has kept busy with guest appearances and relentless touring. Her reworking of "Figures," performed with fellow Canadian Daniel Caesar at the 2018 JUNO Awards, added a dramatic twist to the song's heartbroken narrative; her turn as Eminem's foil on the controversial MC's 2018 track "Nice Guy" shows how she can hold her own against music's biggest names; and her performances at festivals like Lollapalooza and Afropunk have electrified huge crowds. Reyez's rise is proof that pure feeling can be a powerful connector.
The performance was excellent I now patiently wait for her to come back like a R&B singer in a white sweater standing in the rain in the early 2000s. The opening acts were really good too.
I love Jessie! The venue was pretty cool. Would definitely come to another show here, my only complaint was the stairs, but I think I saw a sign for the elevator. I would also get there when the doors open.
Finding parking actually wasn't too bad. Getting is was super quick and easy. The staff was cool. I wish they had more staff for the merch line. It was a little slow. Jessie was awesome! Loved every minute of it! She sounded so amazing! Really happy that general admission upstairs has seating if you don't want to do standing room on the floor. Overall, it was 10/10! I would see her again for sure!
Everything was amazing. I loved how energized she was!
The performance was amazing and the energy in the venue was so beautiful. Jessie is a great performer and very down to earth!
Jessie gave an awesome performance. Can't believe I got see finally see her!! She was engaging and energetic. I hope she comes back to a bigger venue. It was a sold out show so HOB was packed!
Loved the show and she is an amazing performer. The only one bad comment that I have is that you couldn't see her when you were standing in the back and she will sit down. I am not a big fan when artists sit for a whole song and the platform is not high enough.
Jessie is amazing. The way she connects with the crowd is like no other. Hope she comes back.
Thought Jessie Reyez was as great. My only issues were with the place. The place was just so packed it was impossible to get a good view. the base was so loud that the subwoofers actually sounded terrible. Her mic could have been on louder because it was really hard to hear her
Jessie is a rare gem! Her poetry and music saved my life!
Everything was amazing. Jessie’s performance was spectacular and the venue’s employees were very welcoming. I felt secure and safe as well! Great Job on behalf of the entire house of blues crew
She is very down to earth, and lighthearted during her performances. She'll make a whole room smile, laugh, stand-up and cry all in one show. She such a humble person and you walk away feeling like you know after the shows over. She closed out Orlando, heard us cheering for an encore and came right back out for four more songs. She that type of artist and I enjoyed her House of Blues session immensely. I will see her again when she goes on her next tour.
I got the VIP tickets for the show and I wish I could go back in time to do the concert over again. Literally made my year. Only thing I would suggest is offering a meet and greet, having VIP have its own designated spot, possibly having chair available as well. Concerning the venue, the drinks were way over priced and I think they should've put the AC on cooler. Shout out to the bartender though, because he did give free waters when asked. Jessie's concert is literally so affordable, I wouldn't mind spending more if it meant if I went to the bathroom I could still come back to my same spot or I could actually meet her.
This show was so beautiful & Jessie was so fun & interactive! She brought her true self to that stage & made sure everyone else was okay at all times & she made us laugh & had us just be ourselves. It was amazing.
She is so amazing live. Her voice, her energy, when she speaks. Her music has helped me through life and seeing her perform just made me feel so complete. I love how engaged she is with the audience and took the time to reach out to all groups and made me feel very included.
The two openers were just as good as Jessie and they kept the crowd hyped and energized then the light shows are spot on
From beginning to end, her show was beautiful and intimate. Her openers showed her love and rode that energy all night. 10/10 would go to every show if we could. After just having a baby and loosing a couple family members, this really balanced the highs with the lows for us.
Just from start to finish amazing! Enjoyed the whole venue. Plus nothing bad happened.
I was introduced to Jessie by a friend about 6 years ago and I was obsessed. I went to her Silver Spring concert and it was such a good time!! Not only were her vocals great but her chemistry with the audience is amazing. She really does love her fans and it shows through the way she is on stage 10/10 would go again
Jessie Reyes is a whole vibe. I saw her at House of Blues Orlando, and she was amazing! If you don’t like a sing-along show, don’t go!
