The B-Street Band was actually quite good.
The lead singer, Glenn Stuart, sounded very much like the voice of the Boss,
and the band did a pretty expert job of sounding like a live version of the
E-Street Band, to boot. If you close your eyes, you might actually think that
you were seeing Bruce and the band in person.
Except for one thing, of course. The
response was surprisingly subdued. I know this was a tribute band, okay. That
did not escape me. But given that this band has been together for over three
full decades, that is an indication that they are doing something right. Also,
they were playing music by New Jersey
Yet, it was quiet. People seemed to be
waiting for the main act, the headlining group, to take the stage, and this
hardly seemed fair. Personally, I enjoyed the B-Street Band, and would be
willing to make a trip to see them again, given the opportunity.
At one point, the lead singer even acknowledged this, saying that he knew that most people were waiting for The Infernos, but they could show a little life out there. He invited people to come in front of the stage and dance, although very few actually did.
They played some standard Bruce songs, including "Dancing in the Dark", "Hungry Heart". One that rather surprised me was from the newest album, “We Take Care of Our Own”. Again, this band got it down pat. See Bruce if you get the opportunity, by all means. I saw him in may, and he was incredible, and rocked the Rock. He is coming around again, this time to the New Meadowlands Stadium, and it will be an awesome few shows.
At one point, the lead singer even acknowledged this, saying that he knew that most people were waiting for The Infernos, but they could show a little life out there. He invited people to come in front of the stage and dance, although very few actually did.
They played some standard Bruce songs, including "Dancing in the Dark", "Hungry Heart". One that rather surprised me was from the newest album, “We Take Care of Our Own”. Again, this band got it down pat. See Bruce if you get the opportunity, by all means. I saw him in may, and he was incredible, and rocked the Rock. He is coming around again, this time to the New Meadowlands Stadium, and it will be an awesome few shows.
But if you are pressed for money, or just
want to rock out to Bruce’s music before that, then this could be a good
alternative. They really are a very good group.
The Infernos Band took the stage, and I’ll be honest in saying right away that I didn’t know what to expect. I had never really heard of them before, so had no idea what I was in for.
The Infernos Band took the stage, and I’ll be honest in saying right away that I didn’t know what to expect. I had never really heard of them before, so had no idea what I was in for.
But they came out in matching outfits,
orange shirts with black pants (at least, the men in the band wore this). They
came out filled with energy, and the crowd finally came to life, giving this
band the respect that they should also have extended to the B-Street Band.
It is hard to put a finger on exactly what The Inferno was like. They are very capable musicians, and the female had a beautiful voice. They did a wide range of material, from oldies dating back to the fifties and sixties, to the most current radio hits, and everything in between. They even had Vince Torrell come out, and he had a very old style reminiscent of the days of Frank Sinatra and old style entertainment.
It is hard to put a finger on exactly what The Inferno was like. They are very capable musicians, and the female had a beautiful voice. They did a wide range of material, from oldies dating back to the fifties and sixties, to the most current radio hits, and everything in between. They even had Vince Torrell come out, and he had a very old style reminiscent of the days of Frank Sinatra and old style entertainment.
At some point, Richie Rosato, currently a
member of the Infernos Band, did some of his hits from when he was with the
Duprees. The band also covered some stuff from the show Jersey Boys.
A lot of people showed considerable
excitement, and many people not only stood up, but danced, too. When the band
announced that they were doing One Direction's "You Don’t Know You’re Beautiful”,
which they announced is currently the number one hit, there were teenage girls
in attendance that shrieked with excitement.
It was a fairly star studded evening, for
that matter, considering.
Michelle Leonardo, Miss New Jersey 2012,
was there, and she sang a piece, and showed off a pretty decent voice. She will
be competing in the Miss America pageant in January, and may even have a chance
at being voted Miss America
I was
not aware of this, but The Infernos Band had done some work earlier this year
to help out victims of that tragic earthquake in Italy that killed hundreds and was
responsible for extensive damage of buildings, including some historic sites,
in the country. That is impressive.
So, an evening of good music, and good
fun. All for free, at Bloomfield ’s Brookdale Park
If you live in the area, and are not
entirely sure what to do on a Friday evening, this might be worth checking out.
I have attended a couple of concerts here now over the last few years or so,
and have enjoyed both. It is a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere. Pick up something
from one of the local places that has excellent Mexican food, or whatever is to
your liking, and have yourself a makeshift picnic. I recommend bringing folding
chairs, but both times, we took blankets, and that should suffice.
Come and check it out!
Here are
some related links, if this article sparks some interest:
B-Street
Band Website:
The
Infernos Band Website:
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