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Could not hear any of Norman's guitar...fire all the roadies and sound crew on that night...no excuse good enough for the poor quality. Eric Rocked the house and Patti should just retire.
Stormin' Norman was everything I expected and more. Eric Darius was incredible on the sax, and Patti made me want to get up and dance. Excellent show!
This event was okay. I'd definitely recommend it to other people but that doesn't excuse the fact that 80 percent of the show was disturbed by trying to figure out the constant sound problems. I couldn't hear Norman Brown's guitar as clearly as I have been able to hear guitars in past concerts at Chene Park. One of my favorite moments was when the man who played the saxophone played and especially when he went out into the auidience. It was like we all went wild. Even though there was a lot of technical difficulty, it never got in the way of the overall atmosphere that Norman Brown and his band created for the audience. I can't wait to go to the next concert at Chene Park; they're GREAT!
Norman Brown has alway been one of my favorite entertainers. I rate him right up there with George Benson (well at least a close second). Adding Eric Darius, whom I rate right along with the great sax masters (especially the late Art Porter), was a perfect fit. These guys really know how to work the stage and engage their audience. Every song is upbeat and NEW school, jazz with a new flavor. So sad that Wayman Tisdale passed but Patty Austin (Classy Patty or the second coming of "The Baby" for those of you who don't know of whom I reference, Nancy Wilson) stepped right up to the plate and hit a home run with her vocal renditions. Anyway what I really enjoyed is their performances together. Unlike other concerts where you're really worn out before the head act comes on, they melded into a complete jam session
This was an awesome show! Norman was hot and his friends, Patti Austin, Eric Darius and keyboardist Gail Johnson made the session great. Grooved the entire evening. However, my husband was waiting for "Pops Cool Groove" which was not played, the only dissapointment of the night.
At first I thought it was going to be another concert because I never seen Norman Brown before. But he played and played, I mean he played the music that a person my age (54) can appreciate and listen to over and over again. I will see him again when he comes to town. Also my wife loved his music. Thank you Norman Brown.
For at least Normans first 3 or 4 songs he is up there just play his heart out and you can not hear a thing he is playing. They finally figured it out but why did it take so long. I have seen many concerts at Chene Park with great sound but this sound set up did not do justice to the main players. If all you want to hear is drums, keyboard, and bass guitar.....this is for you. Eric Darius was more like he was one of the band members instead of a key player. His sound was constantly drowned out and often not the main sound you heard. No punch to this great sax player which once again was the poor sound techs. I really should get my money back. Very disappointed.
I love Norman Brown and I enjoyed those who accompanied him this year. However, I wish he would have played more of his music! He's so humble and gracious to share his staged so generously.
I also enjoyed the sax player! I'm not good with names, sorry. Patti Austin is beautiful for 59 and she sounds as good as she did 20 years ago! It was so wonderful to see so many people come together and have a great time! From the parking lot to the stage, it was incredible! thanks Detroit and V98.7!
