Terrible sound
by meekel82 on 9/25/18The Meadows Casino - WashingtonEnjoyed seeing the group but the sound was terrible. It was muffled and my party couldn't understand what they were saying
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For 40 years, the music of Village People has been putting smiles on the faces of fans all around the world. Their hits have become part of the international songbook – and heard in commercials from Pepsi to Wonderful Pistachios. In fact, the iconic Y.M.C.A (along with its dance) is featured at almost every party, wedding, bar mitzvah, and sporting event.
It began in 1977 when producer/composer Jacques Morali, with business partner Henri Belolo, were recording a new album for their group, Ritchie Family, called African Queens. One of the background singers recruited for the album by arranger and conductor Horace Ott was Victor Willis who was performing in the Broadway musical The Wiz. After completing the album, Morali and Belolo again approached Willis – this time about another musical project they were planning.
“I had a dream that you sang lead vocals on an album I produced, and it went very, very big,” Morali told Willis. “I have four tracks. I can’t pay you much right now but if you agree, I’ll make you a star.” Willis agreed.
Those four tracks, San Francisco (You’ve Got Me), In Hollywood (Everyone’s a Star), Fire Island, and Village People were recorded by Willis with professional background singers and released on the debut album Village People in 1977. Essentially, Village People initially was simply Victor Willis. The album quickly rose to the top of the dance charts.
Demand for the “group” to appear in concert and on television shows like American Bandstand and Merv Griffin was great. The only problem ... there was no group! This forced Morali, Belolo and Willis to put together an actual group around Willis and quick.
Village People become an international phenomenon with the release of their second album, Macho Man. Following the release of their third album, Cruisin, they embarked on a worldwide tour. Cher, Madonna and Joan Rivers are among artists who appeared on the bill with Village People everywhere from Las Vegas to Madison Square Garden to Hollywood’s Greek Theatre. Even Michael Jackson shared billing with the group.
With hits like San Francisco/In Hollywood, Macho Man, YMCA, In the Navy and Go West, the group sold more than 100 million records worldwide and earned many awards including the American Music Award-Favorite Musical Group 1979. Village People was featured on the cover of Rolling Stone. Television appearances included a Bob Hope Special, 20/20, American Bandstand, Solid Gold, Soul Train, Midnight Special, and Don Kirshner’s Rock Concert.
Village People hits are featured in dozens of major motion pictures, including Wayne’s World II, Adams Family Values, The Nutty Professor, and Despicable Me 2. The Broadway hit Priscilla: Queen of the Desert features the Village People tune Go West. The songs are also heard in casinos around the world in “Village People Party” slot machines. In September 2008, the group received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Over the years, various renditions of Village People consistently toured the world with several replacement lead singers.
On the 40th anniversary of the group, Willis, the original lead singer, returned. With his powerful and distinctive voice, the party continues with the original “Hot Cop” back at the helm featuring a live band for a world class Village People performance and headline act.
Rating: 1 out of 5 Rating: 5 out of 5 Village people Atlantic City
by NJacmike on 5/29/18Resorts Atlantic City - Atlantic CitySaw them in ac. Sorry to say. It’s over for village people. Was not entertaining. We stayed. A good 10-15 percent walked out early. Took my kids. We love ymca. It was an experience but would not recommend.
Rating: 2 out of 5by Anonymous on 5/29/18Resorts Atlantic City - Atlantic City Show was not worth the price of the ticket. Only sang for less than an hour and only the lead singer sings. The other guys just stand behind him. They look more like strippers then entertainers. No energy in the show at all. Waste of time and money
Rating: 3 out of 5 Village People in Retirement
by BasilP on 1/9/18Golden Nugget - Lake Charles - Lake CharlesI know that the group disbanded decades ago. However, they brought back Victor Willis, an original from the 70s. He tried to pull it together, but the show lasted only 60 minutes (no curtain call). It wasn't horrible but lacked enthusiasm and connection to the audience. Not a great experience overall.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Grear New Year’s Eve party. Would do it next year.
by Anonymous on 1/5/18Seminole Casino Coconut Creek - Coconut CreekWaiting to get into the venue was a mess. Once in, the fun began. Village People lived up to expectations.
Rating: 2 out of 5 They can't sing anymore and he talks too much
by KDR11 on 1/3/18Seminole Casino Coconut Creek - Coconut CreekWhen you sell a ticket with a seat assigned there should be a seat. I would not have purchased 4 tickets standing only.
Rating: 1 out of 5 Poorly Organized
by blondex on 1/3/18Seminole Casino Coconut Creek - Coconut CreekRent a doorman didn’t have a clue. Ticket holders were sent everywhere to check in. People cutting in line. Tickets said 10PM. It was closer to 10:45. Minimal about of songs and out of the event by 12:10. Expensive poorly run event. Bad experience. Afraid to attend another event.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Disco Night
by Debbyd on 6/26/17The Fox Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino - MashantucketFANTASTIC! Great concert. Everyone did an awesome job!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Great show
by LJHTC on 6/26/17The Fox Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino - MashantucketI had gotten tix then sorta regretted it. Nobody wanted to go. And I admit I thought it was gonna be cheesy. But to my surprise it was fantastic. The TRAMPS were vocally on point... rose Royce were great... sister sledge (even though Debbie was missing) was great and played a full set with a band (the only act with a band) and really to my biggest surprise the village people were Great! I saw them like 20 yrs ago and they still got it! Overall it was a really great show..3 hours of nonstop fun
Rating: 3 out of 5 worth the $20 per ticket but no more
by Jseven on 6/26/17NYCB Theatre at Westbury - WestburyThis revisit to the past only proves you can't go back again
Rating: 4 out of 5 Night at th Disco
by moondust42 on 6/25/17NYCB Theatre at Westbury - WestburyAll in all it was a great show. The only thing was I wished it had more artists. I go to the other shows and there is always so maybe other groups.
Rating: 5 out of 5 This was amazing
by Maryannee on 8/30/16Resorts Atlantic City - Atlantic CityThe venue was small and I was expecting the seats I got to be far back. I was so close to them. The whole show was fun and energetic.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Village People - great memories
by Boomer70s on 8/30/16Resorts Atlantic City - Atlantic CityThe concert was a lively, upbeat and entertaining. It brought back many memories and the current set of singers with a couple of the original performers was well done.
Rating: 4 out of 5 vIllage people review
by SteveHanks on 8/30/16Resorts Atlantic City - Atlantic Citynice..beautiful but only 1.h.15min show...is a little short ......♡.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Party with the Village People
by Ralfie on 3/18/16Anderson Theatre - MariettaYou can never get tired of the Village People. Their music will live on. I'm not sure if they have any of the original members left but with the exception of one of them, they are very entertaining. They sing all of their big hits and several other covers. Their opener, by the Brothers Johnson, Stomp was great. It was an older crowd which probably justified an afternoon show. The crowd was mostly calm for most of the show. But the Village People urged everyone to get up for the last two songs. It was nice to see the group finally willing to party. Of course YMCA was the last song and they taught us the proper way to spell out the letters.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Fantastic!
by Chicsenior on 3/16/16Anderson Theatre - MariettaThe Village People put on a fabulous show! They were energetic and performed flawlessly.
Rating: 4 out of 5 The boys still got it going on.
by Orangeskull on 3/16/16Anderson Theatre - MariettaShow was about what I expected. They sing all of your favorites and throw in a couple of oldies but goodies. The guys are full of energy and dance the entire time. Have to say I was shocked by the demographics of the fans. I'm 49 and was by far the youngest fan there. Only issue I had and its minor at best was the length of the show. 1 hour and 15 min. I got a lot in an hour but for todays ticket prices, need to have a little bit longer show. Overall very fun and these guys thanked their fans numerous times, would see them again in a heart beat.
Rating: 4 out of 5 No need to be unhappy!
by Maidenman on 11/23/15Texan Theater - Greenvillemy 2nd time to see the VP and what an experience. All the moves the hits and fun. Very enjoyable. Special VIP show with dinner meet and greet and pic. The guys were very nice. At the end of the show the Indian (original member) gave my daughter a feather. They ran through all the hits a couple of covers (doobie brothers listen to the music) played for about 1 hr 25 minutes. Fun fun fun. All performed with prerecorded music. Cool that there are still 2 original members in the band
Rating: 5 out of 5by riley111 on 11/17/15Gordie Brown Showroom at the Golden Nugget - Las Vegas Very entertaining. Just what I suspected it would be.
Rating: 5 out of 5 FUN
by doraron on 11/16/15Gordie Brown Showroom at the Golden Nugget - Las VegasThis was a great show. So much fun. Left it dancing all the way home. Would see them again and again.