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Watching Samara Joy perform is watching the living history of a performer who is only getting better with every day that passes. Anytime she comes to a venue near us we will be there.
Venue was intimate and lovely. Show was incredible. Made for a magical evening.
Her performance, band, and songs were impeccable. Her band loves her and she loves her band and it was showcased in the musicianship, arrangements, and love of music they put on display. She is so humble, down to earth, and a joy to listen to. She was working them high heels as well. They were on point.
First the positive. The venue at Humphreys was perfect. Samara has an incredible vocal range and is inspiring even with some of the mediocre tunes she sang. Her five piece band was outstanding but a little overwhelming in volume on several songs. She did engage with the audience but seemed very mechanical and just going through the motions. The highlight of the whole evening was her encore song which came after about five minutes of applause and about one third of the audience having left! Their loss. The song was vibrant and she sang and performed it with maximum energy and enthusiasm. Where was that in the previous one hour and twenty minute set? The audience roared approval but unfortunately that was the end. Most people I spoke to after the concert were as disappointed as I was. I hope she gets her groove back that was demonstrated in her first two albums.
The Moore theatre hosted Samara Joy this past Monday night. She brought the house down!!! She got standing ovations song after song! Her voice is truly amazing considering how young she is. Her range is phenomenal! Wherever she is playing, you MUST go see her?
such an incredible talent. so hard to believe how young she is. look forward to seeing her many more times in person!
Samara Joy is a phenomenal talent. She always gives an amazing show. Even though it was cold she was great!
We were often left speechless by her effortless display of vocal wizardry. Her band’s renditions were uniquely curated and showcased their individual and collective creativity and mastery of the arts. Magical, truly magical.
Great venue, wonderful acoustics, timeless music sung with a contemporary flavor. A young singer destined for greatness!
Samara is an absolute joy to listen to! Her tribute in song to an era gone-by is soul-stirring. Her authenticity & genuine love of the classic sounds of the great composers shines through. Wonderful performance!
Samara Joy is a phenomenal artist. If you have never seen her live and are thinking about it, DO IT. You will not be disappointed. She has a musical precision that is unmatches. She (and the band) are outstanding!
This was an excellent concert, and she shows that she's here for the long run, with legit talent and credentials. She has excellent range; her lower register is reminiscent of Sarah Vaughn, lush and smooth. Her diction and breath control give her complete mastery over complex lyrics, rhythms, and dynamics. She also has great stage presence, relaxed, humble, no divatude or gimmickry. Her playlist included a number of "non-standard"standards of the vocal repertoire, with songs by Golson, SunRa, Ellington, Jobim, Billie Holiday, and Monk, including an a capella intro to a Monk tune, and she scatted through "No More Blues". Her septet was excellent, tight, with creative, melodic solos.
This was a date a night for my wife and I and I don't think I could have chosen a better musical experience at the time because she really loves live performance that have a personal feel such as Samara delivered with her performance.
Samara Joy is a genuine treasure!! I will not miss an opportunity to see her when she is in the area. At 25 she has only just begun and her talent is Phenomenal!! Love Martin Marietta also. Facility and staff were excellent.
Incredible control, range and performance!!! I could listen all night!
This artist is exceptional. I just love her music. I highly recommend her show to many jazz music lovers.
Fantastic set list and an exceptionally talented band. Aside for a brief interlude, her musical set was non stop with very complex and re-imagined songs. Samara effortlessly navigates song that were previously done by the greatest in Jazz and yet she makes them her own!
Awesome experience!!! Friendly staff and Amazing concert!!
Staff was very helpful. Samara Joy is very grounded and mature for her age. Very impressed with the range of her voice. It is unbelievable. She has an old soul. She puts on a great show.
🎤✨ My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed listening to artist Samara Joy! With your eyes closed, you’re instantly transported back to an era of classic jazz, reminiscent of legends like Sarah Vaughan and Etta James. Her youthful appearance belies the wisdom and experience in her voice. We had an amazing time and were thrilled to see her live — it was an even better experience our second time at The Aretha in this new season of 2025! The parking was better for this concert—only $20! Urban Orchestra opened up for Samara Joy & did a fantastic job. classically trained youth , showcasing exceptional talent from Detroit. However, I must mention that the DJ in between the headliner and the opening orchestra wasn't great. It felt like she was playing for herself, with no mic or spotlight, and the song choices didn’t get the audience moving as much as you'd hope during those interludes. I hate to say it, but we need DJ Steady Rock back at The Aretha! #SamaraJoy #LiveMusic #Jazz #AmazingExperience
