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Rating: 4.5 out of 5 based on 1472 reviews

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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.

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Rating: 4.5 out of 5 based on 1472 reviews
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  • War is classic old school at it's best

    by bbmex on 12/30/09Grove of Anaheim - AnaheimRating: 4 out of 5

    Cool to see such a great old funky band live in such a small place like the Grove. Great musicians, great songs, great night. All the veteranos were out in style. By the look of the crowd, I'd swear I was at the Santa Fe Springs (La Mirada) swap meet on a Sunday afternoon, drinking some cervezas with my homies, listening to some live R&B band get down, except these guys are the kings of old school. Between them and their opening act, The Family Stone, there were so many memorable tunes from way back, some that I have even forgot that they played. My lady was all into it, like so many other fine Latinas (viejas) there that night.

  • WAR was the best!

    by gmsunshine05 on 12/29/09Grove of Anaheim - AnaheimRating: 5 out of 5

    the family stone was great. those O.G. horn players were awesome. and WAR...well i sang and danced the whole show. i was truly on a natural high. cant wait to hear of the next show.

  • war...great concert, eat dinner first

    by annette111 on 12/28/09Grove of Anaheim - AnaheimRating: 5 out of 5

    I loved the concert! War and The Family Stone were great. Next time I will definately eat somewhere else first..even if I have to loose the $20.00 per person , It'd be worth it not to suffer the horrible food.

  • Great Energy

    by ndcoach on 12/28/09Grove of Anaheim - AnaheimRating: 5 out of 5

    BOTH bands War & Family Stone did a great job keeping everyone into a really FUN night of music MUST see concert !!!

  • PRICELESS!!!

    by VMW84 on 12/28/09Grove of Anaheim - AnaheimRating: 5 out of 5

    I BOUGHT THESE TICKETS FOR MY FIANCE. HE HAS ALWASY WANTED TO SEE WAR IN CONCERT AND SINCE IM NOT A BILLIONAIRE I WAS UNABLE TO GET THEM FOR OUR WEDDING AS MY GIFT TO MY FIANCE, SOOOO I BROUGHT MY FIANCE TO WAR! TO SEE THE GLOW, EXCITEMENT, AND SMILE ON HIS FACE WAS PRICELESS!!! I WILL FOREVER TAKE THIS MOMENT WITH ME AND CANT WAIT TO SHARE THE STORY WITH MY CHILDREN AND CHILDRENS CHILDREN. THANK YOU FOR THIS AMAZING OPPORTUNITY

  • War rocked!

    by PamtheLandBarron on 12/28/09Grove of Anaheim - AnaheimRating: 5 out of 5

    I loved hearing the music from the 70s. It sounded just as I remembered. They didn't sing all the versus of the songs but it was still a dynamic performance! I wish they would have played longer. I would highly recommend to friends and family.

  • Another great concert!

    by letsridegg on 12/28/09Grove of Anaheim - AnaheimRating: 4 out of 5

    Had a blast! Lonnie and his crew played hard and with emotion. It was a good time for all. Just wish The Grove would consider changing the seating arrangements.

  • WAR and AWB were amazing!

    by SugarBear8 on 11/9/09Los Angeles County Fair - PomonaRating: 5 out of 5

    Concert was so awesome and the entertainment was so amazing. The venue wasn't the greatest, but what can you expect from the fair.

  • Quite a Performance!!

    by Lonye on 10/23/09Atlantic City Hilton - Atlantic CityRating: 5 out of 5

    This show was excellent! The group had lots of energy, and they performed their hearts out! It was well worth the cost of the ticket!!

  • War Blew it up!

    by lynbad on 10/20/09Atlantic City Hilton - Atlantic CityRating: 5 out of 5

    Show was entertaining, amusing, and phenomenal! There's nothing better then live music & talented musicians!

  • WA: news from the front

    by scoobiedoobie on 10/20/09Atlantic City Hilton - Atlantic CityRating: 4 out of 5

    The show was well put together, individual artists stood out and yet there was a successful merge of sight and sound producing an entertaining evening for almost two hours. They clearly loved the music, performing, and appreciated their audience.

  • War was great!

    by coffeekid49 on 10/20/09Atlantic City Hilton - Atlantic CityRating: 5 out of 5

    I went to see war play in Atlantic city this past Saturday,10/17/09 and they were great! All the musicians are incredible on each of their own instruments they played.Lonny Jordan has done a great job in keeping this music ,and band going on so well as it is. I had a great time!

  • war was great

    by heavy5 on 10/19/09Atlantic City Hilton - Atlantic CityRating: 5 out of 5

    Went to the show on Sat. At the Hilton, what can I say about WAR, but unbelievable the show was great the set was perfect, had great seats to My wife Had a great time, Let's bring them to north jersey

  • by renacbound on 10/19/09Atlantic City Hilton - Atlantic CityRating: 5 out of 5

    War is an awesome group. They know how to put on a concert. The crowd was going crazy. They get better with time!! I can't wait to see them again.

  • Fantastic Show

    by Monsterclub on 10/19/09Atlantic City Hilton - Atlantic CityRating: 5 out of 5

    War still has it. The show was full of energy that affected the whole audience. They performed all of the fan's favorites brings people from their seats to boogie down old school style. Their show was well worth more than the admission price. I will definately go see them again! Please come back to atlantic City or the Philly area soon! Loved it!

  • WAR was extraordinary!

    by AlsGirl on 10/19/09Atlantic City Hilton - Atlantic CityRating: 5 out of 5

    How do you describe a group that has so much talent - extraordinary, that's how! It's so great to hear individuals with so much skill level in their area, demonstrated by their solo performances, come together consistently every time. And to top it off...Lonny Jordon is still the man!! Pancho's bass is the heart beat of the band and his recent hair donation to the Cancer Foundation should be commended. Awesome...Can't wait to see them again!

  • War was great!!

    by dsel on 10/18/09Atlantic City Hilton - Atlantic CityRating: 5 out of 5

    Great show! I wish it was longer! They song all the songs. That brings back memories. I wish it was a party.

  • Reminisence of the Good Old Days

    by CharlieRock on 10/18/09Atlantic City Hilton - Atlantic CityRating: 5 out of 5

    Great performance except for the cramp seating. Would have been nicer if there was an anchor performance.

  • War Rocked the House!!!!!

    by tcfcthunder on 9/25/09Los Angeles County Fair - PomonaRating: 5 out of 5

    I can't believe how well these two "Old School) groups still perform!!! I have seen AWB at least 20 times in my life and they are STILL AWESOME!!!!! War stole the show though. Crip, clean and sharp as hell was the instrumentation!!! They really fired up the crowd!!!

  • war and average white band

    by jarhead2 on 9/24/09Los Angeles County Fair - PomonaRating: 5 out of 5

    now AWB was super great! alway love their music, have a couple cd's...I though their performance was outstanding, should have closed instead of war..... seen war so much , but their music is better on cd's... I was looking at the group war and quit of real good performer missing in action.