Up up & away annual Valentine concert
by MacValentine on 2/15/17Orleans Showroom - Las VegasMarilyn & Billy are awesome as ever, I can't get enough of this dynamic duo.
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Marilyn & Billy are awesome as ever, I can't get enough of this dynamic duo.
My husband and I are life long fans of R&B from the 60s and 70s. We traveled from Seattle to see this show. The musical performance itself was easily 5 stars. Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis Jr. sang their hearts out and we felt fortunate to have seen them in person. The only part of the show that fell short of our expectations was at the end when there was a slide show depicting the civil rights struggle for African Americans. I myself am African American and found it hard to see the moral equivalency of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and the acts of Michael Brown (images of both were shown). Turning around during the show I saw the faces of a predominately white audience with uncomfortable expressions...and I don't blame them. It felt a bit awkward and politically charged in my opinion. We came for the music not the political messaging. I do not believe that the performers had ill intention. Perhaps a better approach would be to let the audience know it's black history month and this part of the show pays homage to those who have sacrificed so much on our behalf. Also, I personally would leave out the slides of Trayvon Martin and Michael Brown whose deaths may have been tragic but who were by no means role models.
This married couple still are excellent singers. Their band and three back-up singers also were excellent.
This was a wonderful show (A 5 star) until they got into politics and civil rights. I go to shows to be entertained and get away from all this political stuff. I just wish entertainers would stick to their craft!
I saw the original 5th dimension in Las Vegas in the late 60's. They were great. I saw these two at the Cerritos Performing Arts Center 10 years ago. They were unbelievable. Last week they were terrible. They forgot that most people want to hear the songs that they made unforgettable. They are not the Beatles. Why sing 4 of their songs?(poorly). They are not Richard Harris. Why butcher his greatest song. Finally, I did not pay to be lectured about Black History. I expected more from two such great performers. I will always love their songs but will never go to see them again.
This show was outstanding. To think that 50 years ago, Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr. were in their prime and now continue to sing exactly as if we were hearing them for the first time. PERFECTION. I loved every single second of the performance. Each, in their own right, can sing solo and they did. Adding a backup group to their great song standards just made it a wonderful evening. I admire their stamina as they performed for over an hour and a half. They both enjoy performing and it is contagious in the room. Recommend Highly to see them perform.
Legends! Marilyn and Billy in Vegas,Holla!! Great show. Wonderful evening. When these fine folks come to town, go see them!!
Seeing the magnitude and the longevity of Marilyn and Billy, with the addition the “New” Dimensions to the ensemble. I was surprised I got a seat at the American Theater. How can you rate an all-star performance? Their voices, elegance and stage presentation, was truly amazing and I pray that supporters young and old will continue to recognize their wealth of their talents and pack the venues.
Marilyn, Billy, and their back-ups sang and played for 1 hour and a half straight - no breaks. I was impressed and loved every beautiful minute.
What a great show this was. Old school class and charm with a completely contemporary sound and look. The crowd gave them several standing ovations. They both still sound amazing. The Trop needs to bring them back soon!
Great Show!!...Their Talent and love of Entertaining comes thru in so many ways...I hope to see them again...
I was surprised that they were still doing shows or that they were still in the business. I was curious to see them and I love the oldies. I was pleasantly surprised . Their voices have held up, especially Marilyn's, such a high range with those notes. A little grayer , but who isn't, LOL! They have new backup, The new Dimension and their voices blended in nicely with Marilyn's and Billy's. I enjoyed the show very much, sad to see it end.
What a great concert! Their voices were outrageous. Great seats, and like the venue. Had a wonderful evening. Next dimension backup singer did a great job and really tight band. Also added old photos of past group events. Really nice touch. Loved hearing all those 5th Dimension favorites!
An Amazing show! Full of energy, many of there hit songs plus tributes to other stars! Did a good length show with intermission.. Highlight for me was Marilyn's singing of One Less Bell To Answer! Both Marilyn and Billy's voices were still Very Strong. Would go again tomorrow!!
Show started 25 minutes late but it was up up and away from there. A 90 minute walk down memory lane with two still powerful voices. Expected Marilyn to be excellent and she was butwas blown aaway by the power and smoothness of Billys voice at 77 years old. Keep Rocking
They look amazing and sound incredible. Very entertaining. If you know their music the show is great.
Being a major 5th Dimension fan I was excited that after waiting for years Marilyn and Billy finally came to New York. I have to say the show was fantastic. They both sound great and did all the hits except "if I Could Reach You " which I should of yelled out between songs. The band was very good and being in the business for so long they really know how to entertain. They performed other songs and had a great repoire with the audience. A nice part was their telling the audience their background and what they did since leaving the 5th Dimension. A major highlight was their arrangement of "Mccarther Park" which was amazing and worth the price of the show alone! Go see them!
We had a wonderful time - Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr . were in superior form! The whole show was a delight - great music and pacing. The back up singers and band were wonderful too. The Wilbur provided the perfect setting for this tremendous performance
They were Fantastic!! Started on time and gave us an amazing 2 1/2 hour show! Many songs brought a tear to my eye and some were so soulful, it sent a shiver up my back. Loved, Loved, Loved them - Highly recommend!!!!
Marilyn and Billy sounded great and looked even better. The show was very enjoyable and worth the ticket. My only complaint was the second half songs were a little slow and sad. Would have rather they sung more songs from their era. But they were great in looks and sound. I would see them again!