Sparks Tickets

Sparks anniversary concert of their third album Kimono My House was a fun affair, made complete with a full orchestra at the Ace Hotel. The ensemble of popular hits from the Mael Brother's 23 album repertoire after the intermission nicely rounded out the show and created a fun evening.

Just Ron n Russell , but truly a wonderful performance. Russell just sings at a rapid and constant high paced energy, frenetically moving about the stage, while Ron is just a craftsman on the keyboards, they played a variety of their hits. Touching on a good portion of their cd's and performing clips from the Seduction of Ingmar Bergman. Solid 1hour and a half show, glad I went.

Door was at 9; we arrived from out of town at 10, thanks to no on street parking - due to emergency police order. We only caught the final 1 1/2songs [it was my wife's birthday present...ugh]. Russel still sounded great on #1 Song In Heaven. Ron did the dance I saw him do on youtube in Germany back in 1985 (I think) for Music You Can Dance To. Club turned on lights, so there was no encore - this was the last show on their their tour and they couldn't even play an encore. Brighton music Hall wanted everyone out ASAP, just like every other money-grubbing club in Boston, so they could open the bar and celebrate Red Sox non-sense - ie, rake in even more money from another event on the same night. We were not at all surprised - after living in the Boston area for 22 years, we completely understand how it is - give us your money and get the flop out. So Sparks - 4 stars (wish they had a full band); venue - 2 stars - typical, money-grubbing Boston area outfit.

Sparks are legends, and they did not disappoint! They put on an amazing show, Russel was all over the place, and Ron did a dance and even smiled! The set was a great mix of classics (#1 Song in Heaven) and newer ones (Ingmar Bergman).

Thank you Sparks, for something rare as this It most surely was a holy night of bliss Gratitude for having thought of us We know your time is tight, and yet you thought of us.

amazing performance, amazing songs - there's nothing else like this act out there

Sparks is one of a kind. They always have been and always will be. Despite the fact that they've gotten older and they didn't have a band with them, they knocked it out of the park. I was already expecting a great show, but they surpassed my expectations. Not to mention, I was so close to the stage that I could practically touch them. I'm so grateful that they did a second leg of their tour, it was certainly something that was not to be missed! The only negative part was that we had to wait a very long time for them to actually start performing, and we couldn't sit down or anything (standing room only). But once they started, it was so worth the wait. If you are a Sparks fan, don't miss this! I know they're going to a few more cities. Do your best to get to one of the shows! You won't regret it!

Having never experienced "Sparks" before, I took my boyfriend to see the show because he's been a fan since he was a kid. I wasn't sure what to expect since there wasn't a full band, but I dug it after the first couple of songs. It's definitely an acquired taste. I would have thought they were European if I did not know they were from LA. I enjoyed it very much!

Sparks are a unique band that may not be for everyone, but the people who like them LOVE THEM. It's simple, two-person art-pop mostly sung in falsetto with clever, devious lyrics. The two brothers, Ron and Russell Mael, are certainly odd (in a Tiny Tim sort of way) but endearing and really appreciate their fans. The show in Atlanta was in the bohemian Little Five Points district at the Variety Playhouse, a seemingly perfect venue. They played their hearts out and everyone cheered them on. Several great songs from Lil Beethoven was a special treat. They admitted they had often skipped Atlanta on previous tours and were humbled by the support and vowed to return.

I have wanted to see Sparks for 34 years! It was fabulous! Ron and Russell are musical geniuses. :-)

I waited 37 years for the opportunity to see Sparks perform live. I drove over five hours to the venue. The atmosphere and anticipation was electric. Sparks fans share an acumen, an intellect, an appreciation for the amazing oeuvre and cutting edge creativity of Sparks. This makes them the warmest, most welcoming and most deserving of congregations. I was proud to be among the number that witnessed the opening night of the Revenge of Two Hands One Mouth tour. Standing near the stage and absorbing the performance gave me an even deeper appreciation, as if by appreciating Ron and Russell I was paying homage to those who have gone before them. Seriously I look at what they have done and what they have liked and what they have crafted and I think of major touchstones in the progression of show business in general and rock and roll in particular. Ron's dance is not just some silliness, it is a direct link to the very pulse of vaudeville! A unique act?, certainly, but they are genuine. When artistic integrity is present one need not choose just style or just substance. Sparks delivers both and so much more, and on so many levels. I look forward to their next project, but first I am going to enjoy two more Sparks concerts in Chicago next month. It was that good.

I looked forward to this concert for months and was not disappointed.The Mael brothers put on an excellent show. They played all of my favorite songs. The crowd loved it.Russell sounded great and Ron is a master at the keyboard