Venue
Van Wezel Performing Arts Center
Venue
Blue Gate Performing Arts Center
The Commodores are one of the most iconic funk and soul bands to ever bust a groove, riding the rhythm section since 1968 and remaining musical innovators to this day. In concert, Walter Orange, William “WAK” King and J.D. Nicholas take audiences on a tour through the roots of funky soul. "Machine Gun," a grooving instrumental from their debut album, feels as fresh today as the day the tracks were laid down. Orange’s instantly recognizable voice reminds everyone that she's a "Brick House," one of the band's most recognizable hit singles.
The Commodores first met at Tuskegee Institute in Alabama. Four years later, they were signed to Motown Records after opening on tour for the Jackson 5. They focused on their own unique brand of Southern funk, rising to the top with chart-toppers including “Slippery When Wet” and “Just to Be Close to You.” Now, backed by their five-piece band, The Mean Machine, The Commodores share their unique vocal stylings through even more of their number one hits, including “Three Times a Lady” and “Still,” two more of their seven songs that have topped the US R&B charts. “Nightshift” also garnered the band a Grammy award. From a performing point of view, Orange, King and Nicholas simply can’t be slowed down. They know they have soul. They were 2003 inductees in the Vocal Group Hall of Fame, and have earned an American Music Award. More than anything, however, The Commodores leave it all on stage every time they play, because they know that they are able to write their own ticket through their music.
If you get the opportunity to see any of these groups from the 60's ;70's 0r 80's do so. The Wind Center is a very good venue! It would help a hold lot if they would lower the room prices so that the average senior could afford to stay in their hotel when we come to see a show!
The Spinners were superb! The Commodores didn't let me down! Enjoyed both! But we had 3rd row seats....Which I know need to be close at that venue
The Commodores were high energy, and lots of fun. The Spinners were super classy with lots of great choreography and happy sounds along with beautiful costumes.
Spinners were pretty good but Commodores left a lot to be desired. Definitely not the same without Lionel.
Great show. Spinners were just as good if not a little better.
This was a fantastic fun concert!! Great music, knew all the songs. People were happy, singing and dancing. Brought back memories for me and my husband. I think this was one of the best concerts I've been to at Windcreek. #1 Commodores. I'm still bragging about it. So blessed!
Great concert! Been a fan of their music and energy since the 70's,.......and love it....STILL!
I was not thrilled by the Commodores. They talked too much and sang very little. I don't think they even sang a complete song. And their 'Front Man', the dud from England, is just terrible and should stick to hanging out back stage. The Spinners were much better and actually sang more than they talked. I would have rather watched them for the whole night.
I was not thrilled by the Commodores. They talked too much and sang very little. I don't think they even sang a complete song. And their 'Front Man', the dud from England, is just terrible and should stick to hanging out back stage. The Spinners were much better and actually sang more than they talked. I would have rather watched them for the whole night.
Was a fantastic and wonderful experience. I liked my seat great view and the music-vocals were amazing.Even with the passing of time vocals and band was superb.So glad I came Loved it So glad the good wholesome sound is back we need this now with the world in such disrepair. We need the time to sit back in the good old days harmony and love Keep on sharing this golden moments
