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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.
This is the first time we have seen them. They sounded spectacular. All three other times were at Jazz alley, the sound was better at Clearwater. Definitely enjoyed our time.
A really fun experience reliving the hits of yesteryear- but it is only one member of the OG War group. They are all good though lacking that little bit of something.....
Appreciated the performance by WAR on Cinco de Mayo. The crowd, not so much. Too much weed in the air and "extracurriculars" in the crowd detracted from the musical performance. Unfortunately, the crowd hurts the band's rating. How sad.
Less talking & more music. The solo's of each band member EXCELLENT
The leader of the band is great. He makes the concerts fun, appreciates the fans and says thank you. I’ve been listening to them for many years and they still sound great.
Absolutely amazing performance. Both by war and tierra legacy. Venue was great. The music and tvs were so good and clear.
War NEVER disappoints! I have had the privilege of attending a few of their concerts and will continue to do so. They always put on a great show that leaves you wanting more!
forget the memory of this show. the energy and vibe was fabulous.
The concert featuring WAR was great played all the great songs of all time.
Great show but seating chairs were very small and uncomfortable.
Seen war before but this time the funnest one yet can hardly wait till next year one bad ass group
weve seen war before but this performance was vintage from sound to vocals a classic tierra has numerous new members to keep that funky sound alive
War concert was very short The ushers were blocking most our view Other than I will look to see War again in another venue
War did not disappoint, they played all the great songs and they sounded amazing. I look forward to seeing them again and again. Brought back some great memories, I loved the concert
Great show to experience! Had a GREATTIME! They played many of their hits! Very personal concert made you fell part of-FAMILIA!
We had a blast at the War concert, every song they played you knew. That’s how many hits they’ve had.
The box seat were a little to close together. I felt like my neighbors were sitting on my lap. Good thing we got a long pretty well. But that was all that complicated our time. It was a great show.
Music was great sound was awesome crowed was in control and we all had a blast
Great entertainer. Venue was okay. The music wasn’t necessarily my preference, yet a few sounds rang familiar. For a WAR fan it’s a must see for the price!
Great weather for another great WAR concert… and Tierra Legacy was good also!!