The experience was a good one
by Marc on 9/1/25The Plaza Theatre Performing Arts Center - El PasoRating: 4 out of 5Music was great except it gave the impression of a comedy act.

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WAR IN CONCERT:
Chicano funk icons War rolled their way to fame in the early '70s with classic hits like "Low Rider" and "Why Can't We Be Friends?", and they've kept fans dancing ever since with their groovy, socially conscious jams. The group's roster has changed over the years, but founding member Leroy "Lonnie" Jordan has remained a constant, and his familiar voice and jazzy keyboard licks continue to drive the band's fun-loving sets. The multi-ethnic lineup he's assembled stays true to the band's message of harmony and brotherhood, and their 2014 studio debut together – the first new War album in 20 years – proved they've got the musical chemistry to carry on the band's hallowed legacy. In concert they strike up the same funky, feel-good vibe that fueled War's rise to success in the '70s, and their party-starting blend of rubbery basslines, Latin percussion, and scorching saxophone always gets ticket buyers moving their feet.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
War formed in 1969 when famed producer Jerry Goldstein brought together former Animals singer Eric Burdon and a group of Long Beach, CA funk players he discovered at a North Hollywood club. The group started performing throughout Southern California as Eric Burdon and War, and in 1970 they released their debut album Eric Burdon Declares "War." Their first single "Spill the Wine" was a Top 3 hit on Billboard's Hot 100, making them stars overnight and leading to extensive touring. War was quickly hailed as one of the best live bands in the business, but Burdon left the group to pursue other projects a year later. Despite the sudden departure of their frontman, the best was yet to come for War – they dominated the R&B charts in the '70s with a string of No. 1 albums including The World is a Ghetto (1972), Deliver the Word (1973), and Why Can't We Be Friends (1975). The band remained a funk force to be reckoned with throughout the '80s and '90s, and in 2008 Burdon reunited with the group for the first time in 37 years for a one-off show at London's Royal Albert Hall. Since then founding member Lonnie Jordan has kept the music alive with a talented new lineup that made their studio debut on 2014's Evolutionary and continues to burn it up on tour.
Music was great except it gave the impression of a comedy act.
It was no surprise to see people dancing at their seats because the aisles were packed. The band was fantastic. Harmonies were spot on. Instrumentals were spot on. When you hear your favorite songs and they give you goosebumps, you know you're in the right place at that moment!
They took me back down memory lane, awesome time Great! Great! Great! Great !Band, are they the original members. Lost of fun and wonderful entertainment.
These guys sound better than they ever had and that says a lot because they always sounded great. Wonderful evening and hoping to see them again. Drummer Salvador is awesome but then again everyone one really is. Special thank you to Lonnie Jordan for giving us the chance to relive that wonderful time we had in the 70’s again.
These guy's still have it, after all these years. Outstanding, we enjoyed the entire performance. Really fun evening. Go see "WAR"
I’ve been to so many War concerts since I was a teenager I’m 69 now and have never been let down they’re still going strong. The energy level was amazing I enjoyed this one almost the best. It’s hard to say which one I liked better never have I been let down.
We were celebrating my sons 22nd birthday...great seats from Vet tix and purchased one front row ticket. Afterwards we got players card and won 360 dollars on 20 dollars....thank you for a wonderful evening....aloha
Great show! Will see them a sixth next time, when I have a chance
I took my best friend to see WAR, letting her know that I had first seen them when I was not yet 17 in Stockton, California. My first concert. This show in Graton was just as great as I remembered, that was 1976
Band was excellent. Sounded very good. I've been to many concerts. This one ranked up there.
Great music by seasoned musicians. Brought back memories from the 70's. Lonnie Johnson still sounds the same and has tremendous energy.
War puts on an outstanding performance and interaction with the crowd. One of the best if not the best concerts I’ve been to. Thank You Lonnie and the entire band. You guys were awesome!
A very enjoyable evening with friends. So great to enjoy the music from long ago, and the musicians who brought it to life. Very entertaining and musical. Cannot believe they are still so talented. Especially enjoyed the Afro Cuban. Latin rhythms so expertly displayed.. Would go again.
High energy! Great showmanship from Lonnie Jordan, who knows how to engage an audience. Fine band with world-class musicians. The War sound is so distinctive with many rich and memorable tunes. If you're hesitating, just do it. a joyful experience.
hey it wasn't WAR's fault but the crowd that night at OLG stage may have been down because of the weather as they barely moved.
Absolutely phenomenal and beyond description. Venue was amazing and accessible
Very nostalgic night. The bands were spot on and the crowd was into the whole vibe...
War was great on many levels. However, the Pomona Fair Grounds seating was too close for comfort. They placed all folding chairs on the floor, attached by zip ties, which forced us all to crunch shoulders with each other. I wont go back to the PFG again for concerts now that I know.
The performance was really great! I would definitely see another concert by War. The seating was terrible. We were seated on bleachers. We had to just guess where our seats should be since there were no individual seats. It was not worth the money we paid. If I had know before I bought the tickets that I would be seated like that, I would not have made the purchase. I felt cheated.
I had a good time reminiscing with the great music of War.