Still beautiful music, but I felt snubbed!
by Evie on 5/13/24Birchmere - AlexandriaI love the Birchmere, their service, their food, the atmosphere. I have loved Oleta Adams for a long time, as well. Her voice is still beautiful, full, rich & she puts out some meaningful, deep tunes. However, I was sorely disappointed that she did not sing or play more of her old vibes. There were several calls from the audience for some of the songs she was made famous, like "Rhythm of Life,"& other songs from that period. I personally waited six months to hear her sing/play "Rhythm of Life,"as I purchased my tickets as soon as they went on sale. Another guy at our table had flown from Tennessee to see Ms. Adams & like me, he was disappointed. I even made my way to the stage exit area gate & as she was leaving, I asked her, "What happened to 'Rhythm of Life'? (Note: I have that song as my ringtone on my phone-that's how much I love that song.) I don't understand why musicians/entertainers don't want to take a trip down memory lane for many of the folks in their audience who have vivid, sweet, beautiful memories of their music of old. Do better for your fans & audience!