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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.
War was fabulous! We’ve been wanting to see them for a couple years but they were sold out. Now I know why! Their sound is still smooth, their voices strong and familiar. The last 30 minutes had the crowd so happy — the song “Summer” is such a smooth groove time capsule of the 70s and 80s. And once you hear the cowbell — well it’s Lowrider culture in SoCal! We will be back!
We go every year , its become a day we dont miss ... exceptional show front row ! Thanks for another great year WAR
We absolutely loved WAR! It was great reliving the 70s! Fantastic concert!
My son and I went to the War concert on May 3rd at the Los Angeles County Fair. We had a great time! The weather was perfect and the music was awesome. I recommend the LA fair concerts to everyone. With your concert tickets you can also enjoy the fairgrounds. Bring the whole family and have a treat time!!
Lonnie always gives the concert goers the music 🎶 from the soul.. his band & back up singers are fantastic!! Harmonica player was phenomenal… Lonnie is such humble person! We had 16 box seats & we had such a great 👍🏽 time. Hopefully we’ll see them again next year..
Band started shortly after 8pm they played many hits I'm familiar of though they didn't play the world is a ghetto, other than that I had a fun experience I be back at the fair later this week.
I grew up listen to War in the early 70’s. My mom would play their albums. So I’ve loved them a long time. I didn’t even know they still toured till I saw a concert on YouTube. So I tracked them down and caught a show. It was so fun. They sounded amazing! Lonnie is funny a true entertainer with still an amazing voice! The whole band was great! I’m so glad I was able to catch a live show! Real feel good time music!
Excellent Band playing the best ever tunes of the past! We had a blast enjoying the entertaining sounds of War & family fun at the L.A. County Fair!
Always a great live band to hear Great enviroment, always a pleasure to see
The Walers definitely stole the show!!! I was a little disappointed that War didn't perform their greatest hit.
The concert was great,I bought my first WAR album at 17.I'm now 65 and still have the album.They didn't play "NAPPY HEAD"which I love off the world is a Getto album.But it was an awesome show.I really hate Lee Oscar and Eric Bodan left the group. But Jordan was great. Hope I get to see the group again before I leave this planet.
Wasn’t the original members (of course)but was good
What a great opportunity to see War AND The Wailers together in a small venue! The Wailers took me back and left me feeling Irie! The band was tight, with Aston Barret (drums), Wendell Ferraro (guitar), Owen Reid (bass), Andre Lopez (keyboards), Leonard Chen (vibes) jamming and the vocals with Mitchell Brunings and Teena Barnes sizzling. War was simply amazing! With lead man, Lonnie Jordan singing, playing and acting like a young'un, War took the crowd back in time and turned in a great set. Hat's off to the band, James Zota Baker (guitar, vocals), Scott Martin (saxophone, flute), Stanley Behrens (harmonica), Sal Rodriguez (drums, percussion, vocals), David Rodriguez (percussion, vocalst), Marcos Reyes (percussion), and Trevor Huxley (bass)
My first time in the Orpheum Theater. To be there to listen to and see WAR was an absolute great time. The music brought back very memorable times of enjoying their sounds. I highly recommend if they visit your area.
I was with my sisters and daughters - we had a blast. War never disappoints!! from the 70's to now!!
We had a really good time. First time I have seen them. They have so many good songs. They didn't play some of my favorites. I think they ran out of time because they made some of their songs last a long time.
Great concert. Lots of energy. What wonderful memories.
I had a very good time and the concert was great. War gave a great experience and sang alot of good songs.
What a fun night. The band was super talented and made the night fun. Sound was very good. They played the hits and did them well. The leader Lonnie Jordon told good short stories and kept the night moving.
The concert was wonderful. I love War and will always go to their concerts.