An HONEST Review of Barry Manilow Residency Live in Las Vegas- Westgate - 11/18/2022

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  • Опубликовано: 17 ноя 2024

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  • @MartaZarragoitia
    @MartaZarragoitia 8 месяцев назад +4

    Went to see Barry Manilow at the Westgate Hotel in Las Vegas during Presidents Day weekend. He was absolutely marvelous! For our generation there are no singers like him any more. An hour and a half of pure fun and nostalgic remembrance of our 70s and 80s when we had lots of crooners and talented singers that are non-existent today. Can't wait to see his Christmas show.

  • @grimacemcdonald1
    @grimacemcdonald1 2 года назад +18

    Agreed the storytelling is such a big part of the show. It’s such a positive atmosphere with the glow sticks. I’m 43 and didnt know half the songs but it didnt matter. I loved the show

  • @jasonledlow9510
    @jasonledlow9510 2 года назад +16

    We saw Barry last weekend and he was fantastic! We saw him 14 years ago at the Hilton (same venue) and show was just as good as it was then. Great review. You hit it perfectly. Great showman. Hard to believe he is 79!

  • @Cwm368
    @Cwm368 2 года назад +12

    I've been a fan of Barry Manilow for a long time. I'm in my 30s so I heard of him when I was in third grade or so. My mother used to take me to her job occasionally and to entertain me she used to allow me to listen to the radio, I had headphones on those days lol. Anyway I would go through the stations and my faves were the adult contemporary stations on A. M. The song they played over and over was "Copacabana." Well I took a liking to the song right off the back! I've been a fan ever since. I remember being in high school and having to feel like I had to keep a secret lol. My peers liked rap and here I was listening to "Looks like we made it" haha. So for maybe 30 years I've been a fan and he's still going strong. Next year will be 50 years since his first album! It's incredible, he's such an inspiration! You can tell he really loves what he's doing and I do think it keeps him going. One of these days I'll have to catch his Vegas show or if he ever comes nearby to me, In Maryland. Barry is a true treasure and we do need to appreciate him while he's still going. There aren't many legends like himself still around!

  • @deannebenkert6700
    @deannebenkert6700 2 года назад +14

    I was there for all 3 shows last weekend - will be there next weekend for 2 Christmas shows!! Barry is by far the greatest entertainer/performer we have- he is a legend!! ALL HIS CONCERTS ARE AWESOME - seen him over 60 times!! All his concerts are 10s!!!

    • @clarewelter2207
      @clarewelter2207 Год назад +1

      Boy, do I agree with you. I have been going to Barry's concerts since the 70's. He is a Great Performer.

  • @jacquelineleubin5004
    @jacquelineleubin5004 2 года назад +11

    Seen him in London in 2014, traveled from Switzerland just to see him. Been only a fan since 2013. Of course, the shows are not the same than when you see him in videos of the 80's and 90's, but he was still great and such a funny guy (and naughty at times) and that alone makes him one of the best, if not THE best entertainer! In a Facebook fan group, I saw an old interview from early 90's, where he said that he still writes jingles but not under his name, and sometimes he gets the job and sometimes not; but it keeps his writing sharp. And oh yes, Barry is genuine, you can believe that; an old school friend of his said once in a documentary about Barry that what you see on stage is what you get off stage, he is exactly the same... I love him for that too.

  • @CarmenFlores-id8dh
    @CarmenFlores-id8dh Год назад +15

    Once you’ve seen a Barry Manilow concert, you just have to see another one. He just has that effect, and he’s always a lot of fun.

    • @TheJleliot
      @TheJleliot 11 месяцев назад

      I can say that about Donny Osmond also. If seen both. Multiple times

    • @alisonbrown2773
      @alisonbrown2773 Месяц назад

      Very true. I’ve seen him 54 times

  • @wildaboutjackwild6002
    @wildaboutjackwild6002 2 месяца назад +1

    Super accurate review of Barry's show. I saw him last night for the first time, and I was highly entertained and joyful. I didn't want it to end! Great memory for me at age 60! #SpringfieldMissouri #greatsouthernbankarena

  • @ruthwillard9216
    @ruthwillard9216 Год назад +2

    What an amazing entertainer! I've been blessed to see him live 3 times now. Twice in Vegas and once in Boston. Sometimes when you see someone live they don't sound the same as they did on their albums but Barry sounded just as wonderful as he did when I first discovered him when I was 11 years old. I can't wait to see him again!

  • @anntaplin4960
    @anntaplin4960 2 года назад +5

    Saving for Vegas. seen over 230 UK concerts and been to Phoenix and New York to see him. been with him since '78

  • @jackieallen6241
    @jackieallen6241 2 года назад +16

    Have loved him ever since I first heard ‘Mandy’ on radio. There’s no one else like him, I have seen him over 100 times and he is the most genuine heartfelt performer you’ll ever see. He truly loves his fans as much as they love him. He is the best entertainer I’ve ever seen. So glad you enjoyed his show.

    • @Cwm368
      @Cwm368 2 года назад +2

      @@nespressoman I know what you're hinting at and no one cares about that. People love Barry for his music and the rest no one cared about! He's a great entertainer who gives his all to his fans every damn night. That's all that matters to us! Take your negativity somewhere else. Thanks.

    • @nespressoman
      @nespressoman 2 года назад

      @@Cwm368 I’m not hinting at anything. I love his shows too but 40 years of lying to his fans is uncomfortable. I am gay too and his anti-gay comments over the years have not been nice.

    • @nespressoman
      @nespressoman 2 года назад

      @@Cwm368 Ooh dear, hostile aren’t you!

    • @Cwm368
      @Cwm368 2 года назад +2

      @@nespressoman I don't recall any anti gay comments but in any case get over it. It's not your life to live. When he came around it was not possible to be open that way and have a career. Times have changed, everyone knows that, he has mentioned that in interviews since. He lived his life openly off stage to his friends, family and his band. That is all that matters. You aren't entitled to know everyone's business just because they are famous! Get over yourself.

    • @nespressoman
      @nespressoman 2 года назад

      @@Cwm368 Of course it was possible to have a career. Elton managed quite nicely! Barry lied to his fans for 40 years. He once sang a duet on stage with Brian D’Arcy and said they “should stand back to back otherwise it would be creepy”. That is a disgusting thing for a gay man to say. Unforgivable. Stop trying to stick up for him, he was basically an arsehole. Great performer, great songs but he is very unpleasant and lied to get your money. Ker-ching. Sorry your fantasy was ruined, you are very bitter.

  • @donnalowe9334
    @donnalowe9334 2 года назад +7

    Music is frequency - we are frequency! Life is frequency - vibrations. Thank you so very much! love it!

  • @cheesedrop694
    @cheesedrop694 2 года назад +6

    I was there that night lol, it was an awesome experience.

  • @ELIASyIBARRA
    @ELIASyIBARRA Год назад +5

    Been a fan of his music forever. A gentleman through and through. Awesome review man.

  • @martindouwe6099
    @martindouwe6099 7 месяцев назад +1

    Great review man.. We in Europe did not get many chances to see him here. You guys are soo lucky to see him whenever you want in Vegas. I have to get back again to see him one more time

  • @stephenhanft1226
    @stephenhanft1226 Год назад +2

    Barry is one of my all-time favorites. When he came onto the music scene in the 1970's, Frank Sinatra said "He's next". Rolling Stone Magazine called him The Showman Of Our Generation. I agree. He puts on a great show and performs all of his classics that his fans came to hear.

  • @sharonparton4939
    @sharonparton4939 Год назад +1

    I just met Barry in November what a Dream come true, love all his Shows and he is one in a Million!! There is no other!! Been a Fan for Years!!

  • @christinesoto1137
    @christinesoto1137 2 года назад +6

    Love Barry! Its been awhile but 100% Barry is a Legend! For those of you who spent $1000 for Adele shame on you. GREAT showman.

  • @traceysmith8400
    @traceysmith8400 2 года назад +4

    I make my twice yearly trip from the UK to Vegas to see this amazing guy and he never disappoints. It always amazes me how he gets the non fans engaged in his show with his sheer force of energy. I've never sat next to anyone who has been to a Barry concert who hasn't been entertained. There's a reason he keeps winning the best Vegas entertainer award, he's a legend!

  • @theresaewald7596
    @theresaewald7596 2 месяца назад +1

    I know that it kind of speaks for itself that the band, singers, and of course Barry, must have all been in great form for you to have given this great review, but you didn't mention any of that! His voice, his piano playing, his supporting cast, and his band are pretty darn important to his show and to the entertainment value. Would have liked to see some shout outs for all of that.

  • @kathyshearing6395
    @kathyshearing6395 2 года назад +3

    A real entertainer his shows are phenomenal. Been a fan since 1980 love his concerts UK love him. Been to see him in Vegas too. Can't agree with your score it's always 10 out of 10 ❗

  • @gregmcveigh9966
    @gregmcveigh9966 2 года назад +4

    Good observation about residencies from these older artists. I think some of that started with Branson where older performers - country, mostly - who were burned out from the road could still hold a show.

  • @strallent
    @strallent Год назад +2

    He is awesome! Need to see one of his concerts soon before he retires! I already missed to see a Frank Sinatra concert!

  • @roberttyminski4464
    @roberttyminski4464 8 месяцев назад +1

    Hey Joe 1 year later from your post. Saw Barry Manilow last night and you are absolutely right ! He put on a great show...all the things you said. He is a sweet guy, an entertainer, fun, touching, nice custom jackets. Got everyone standing and dancing and waving those glow sticks. Loved the whole thing. His nose is still bigger than Brooklyn. Old time Vegas show! Go see him folks!

    • @JoeInVegasReviews
      @JoeInVegasReviews  8 месяцев назад

      😂😂 I'm glad you liked it it's a great show I've seen it a couple times since my review. It holds up it's a Timeless show. And I can't imagine he's going to be doing that much longer. Thanks for listening thanks for commenting and if you're not a subscriber I hope you'll consider subscribing

  • @TERUBOTSU
    @TERUBOTSU 11 месяцев назад +1

    Saw him for the first time 30 years ago in Park City, Utah when we're each given a stalk of red rose to throw at Barry, the matador! Then, 20 years ago in Singapore, I was picked from the audience to sing with him on stage. Next year, I'll be seeing him for the 3rd time and my darling daughter bought me the Platinum Experience for the London show. Woohoo, can't wait!

  • @kevinbedell4408
    @kevinbedell4408 Год назад +4

    He's 80 years old & He still works his butt of,He challenges himself with big arrangements, big endings. His latest concert at Radio City Music Hall in N.Y.C was a 10!!

  • @TheJleliot
    @TheJleliot 11 месяцев назад +1

    First time i saw Barry was at The Greek theater in LA in the early 80,s. Barry and Donny i can see over and over again

  • @sylviamelvin9047
    @sylviamelvin9047 Год назад +1

    Barry is saved because of my prayers!! Praise the Lord!!👍👍👍

  • @alisonbrown2773
    @alisonbrown2773 Месяц назад +1

    I’ve seen Barry 54 times in England. Always fabulous

  • @return2sender852
    @return2sender852 Год назад +3

    He's a very nice person. I've met him many times and a fantastic entertainer

  • @MartinBlack-n5t
    @MartinBlack-n5t Год назад +1

    Barry is just from another planet simply out of this world I have seen him numerous times in london and the states in my book the greatest entertainer there is. Be well and perform for as long as possible

  • @beatlessteve1010
    @beatlessteve1010 Год назад +2

    You are kind of hard on the "elderly" folks ..my favorite Barry Manilow experience is when he appeared on The Midnight Special singing a song ...' Could It Be Magic'

  • @SpeakeasyRay
    @SpeakeasyRay Год назад +1

    We just saw him in November and were blown away, just hit after hit after hit with a fantastic 13-piece band. Still has his voice and his range and puts on a great show - so much so that we're going back in February to see him again in better seats.

  • @christinalloyd7920
    @christinalloyd7920 Год назад +1

    Thank you so very much for this open and honest review of Mr. Barry Manilow. I have always felt he is just one of the original showmen. And you are right, the music and love from the people is just two of the elements that keeps him going. Plus his great love of music. I have loved him since i was 14-15yrs old. I will be 61 in January. I have had the opportunity to see him twice. One time was at the GERSHWIN THEATRE in NYC. How I WISH I could see him again! I am kinda jealous of him. He's in his 70's and can move around like this. Me, my knees are killing me and about to possibly have surgery. So, he's doing way better than me. LOL!! Hopefully, when the weather gets better and I can walk, I will be able to see him again. So glad, again, you had the opportunity to see his, "Wonderfully Cheezy Performance" (lol) of fun and loving show.

  • @n2dgroove
    @n2dgroove Год назад

    I have loved Barry since the mid-70s. Seen him multiple times over the years and just won tix to go see him tape his NBC holiday special a couple of weeks ago. It was amazing!

  • @AngelHeart1111
    @AngelHeart1111 Год назад +1

    Barry Manilow is simply the BEST. One heck of an Entertainer, saw him many times and will go every time he comes around. The show is lively, love his stories, and the atmosphere and energy is SUPERB.

  • @elsiebaxter8094
    @elsiebaxter8094 Год назад +1

    I saw him in May and he was awesome! Such a musical genius…

  • @JCScowling39
    @JCScowling39 Год назад +1

    I seen him in '93. He's an incredible performer :)

  • @singbluesusan
    @singbluesusan Год назад

    I have seen Barry 1 time in Huntsville Alabama my first concert ever in 1989. Then 4 time in Nashville Tennessee. Awesome shows every one of them! I am a die hard!

  • @normy1471
    @normy1471 2 года назад +3

    I saw him in Detroit and Toronto years ago at his shows.

  • @rmyers1020
    @rmyers1020 9 месяцев назад +1

    That's what is so great about James Taylor. Before every song, he tells a story of how he wrote it.

  • @dottiee1596
    @dottiee1596 7 месяцев назад +1

    2024 Amazing Show, what an Icon. While Barry was getting older, so were we!😂😂 show and encore lasts 60 minutes

  • @laurastone6578
    @laurastone6578 Год назад +3

    Very apt comment…”they know if they stop, then that would be the end for them”.

  • @beatlessteve1010
    @beatlessteve1010 Год назад +2

    Neil Sadaka...Barry Manilow...Tony Bennett (up until he passed RIP)..and the great Paul McCartney probably many more.

  • @TortillaGrounds08
    @TortillaGrounds08 Год назад +2

    I wish he did "Weekend in new England"

  • @hillaryabrams
    @hillaryabrams Год назад +1

    Fabulous in Atlanta!!! And seeing him April 20. 6 times

  • @elcajon6313
    @elcajon6313 Год назад +1

    We love you Bary! ❤❤❤❤

  • @kevinbedell4408
    @kevinbedell4408 Год назад +1

    Great review!But I would give the show 9
    .5!He's 80 years old & He still works his assistants

  • @marsy_mcmarsface
    @marsy_mcmarsface Год назад +1

    Barry performs on a slightly elevated platform which is placed on top of the stage that Elvis performed on :)
    I am seeing him live in Charlotte in two weeks.

  • @johngates450
    @johngates450 6 месяцев назад +1

    Going to Vegas in June to see Barry with my daughter! ...Were pumbed!

  • @praline4157
    @praline4157 Год назад +1

    I would love to see his show.

    • @clarewelter2207
      @clarewelter2207 Год назад +1

      I hope I get to Vegas to see Barry one of these days.

  • @Belma_franco
    @Belma_franco Год назад +1

    I love Barry manilow..

  • @ericklaffka9512
    @ericklaffka9512 Год назад +1

    I know show time is 7pm but do you know if he comes out on time?..we are flying in that afternoon and want to see if I can make it to the hotel and then the show

  • @thomasandersen2938
    @thomasandersen2938 Год назад +1

    Have you done review engelbert or Wayne newton

    • @JoeInVegasReviews
      @JoeInVegasReviews  Год назад

      Funny you mention that I have seen Wayne a few times but before I started doing the reviews. As of now I have plans to go tonight to Wayne unless something changes

  • @LarryWilder-ut6lt
    @LarryWilder-ut6lt Год назад

    He also wrote McDonalds, Dr. Pepper, KFC, check out his very special medley on RUclips

  • @rachelplummer7774
    @rachelplummer7774 Год назад +1

    What would you say are the best seats for this venue?

    • @JoeInVegasReviews
      @JoeInVegasReviews  Год назад +1

      I honestly couldn't tell you what the best seats are but I can tell you it's a really small venue and I don't think there's a bad seat in the house. We were dead center in the last row and it was perfect. I'm sure if you are dead center closer up it's better I saw they were these VIP sections to the right and left of the stage that looked pretty good too

    • @SpeakeasyRay
      @SpeakeasyRay Год назад +1

      We were in the balcony and it was a great view - it's an intimate place. If you want to do the show on the cheaper side, you won't be disappointed. Can't wait to go back with seats on the floor.

    • @roberttyminski4464
      @roberttyminski4464 8 месяцев назад

      I was on the top balcony...the very last row. Any higher and I would have been shaking hands with God. Had a direct site line to center stage. Saw the entire show. So to answer the question...there are no bad seats in the house. Enjoy the show....well worth it!!

  • @joeorlando94
    @joeorlando94 Год назад +1

    Where do you buy tickets for all these shows? Ticketmaster? Or are there cheaper alternatives?

    • @JoeInVegasReviews
      @JoeInVegasReviews  Год назад

      Every show is different. I do get a lot of comps. I Do go direct to Ticketmaster or AXS. But I also like to play the secondary markets and gamble a little bit and wait till a few hours before the show. My favorites are StubHub and SeatGeek

    • @joeorlando94
      @joeorlando94 Год назад +1

      @@JoeInVegasReviews Are you local to Vegas? I’ll be flying across the country for a visit, so I’ll probably get tickets through Ticketmaster (ugh) early. Not a gambler, so I won’t be getting anything for free.

    • @JoeInVegasReviews
      @JoeInVegasReviews  Год назад

      @@joeorlando94 yes I'm a local for this show I ended up buying directly through Ticketmaster. Barry Manilow is not the kind of show that has a ton of people buying and selling and changing plans. It's an older crowd most people who are buying tickets for this end up going to the show. What I would do if I were you it's up to you but tickets on the balcony are cheap and honestly the last like six rows on the floor were empty. I would buy tickets in the balcony and if you don't like the seats I would just sneak down to the floor and sit in the back no one will bother you. But that's your call :-)

    • @joeorlando94
      @joeorlando94 Год назад +1

      @@JoeInVegasReviews Good idea. I figure we have to go see Barry now. We’ve been going to a lot of concerts in the past year or 2. We call it the “before they die tour”. Rick Springfield is still awesome and will be there at the Strat. 38 Special is awesome and will be in Vegas - saw them 3 times in the last 2 years. Any suggestions for Cirque du Soleil shows or others? I saw “O” maybe 11 years ago. Awesome. Wondering about the limited view seats.

    • @JoeInVegasReviews
      @JoeInVegasReviews  Год назад

      @@joeorlando94 Beatles love show 100% I'm actually going tonight for like the 15th time lol its the only show I've ever given a 10/10 to. It's perfect! And there's not a bad seat in that theater. You don't need to pay top dollar to sit in the front.

  • @rickr442
    @rickr442 Год назад +1

    I’m recently appreciating his music. I think he’s starting to fade just a tad, and the plastic surgeon was not his friend, but hey, he’s EIGHTY! He gets a pass…

  • @MrVolcomclassic
    @MrVolcomclassic Год назад +2

    The man, the myth, the legend

  • @karengeisler6795
    @karengeisler6795 2 года назад +3

    It is the same stage as Elvis

    • @JoeInVegasReviews
      @JoeInVegasReviews  2 года назад

      Awesome. Thanks

    • @patriciagilson8255
      @patriciagilson8255 2 года назад +2

      And is closing in on breaking Elvis's record of the number of shows performed there

    • @ApricotRse
      @ApricotRse Год назад +2

      @@JoeInVegasReviews Not only is it the same stage as Elvis, but Barry is on pace and expected to break Elvis' long standing record of performances at that venue sometime this fall. Sadly, some diehard Elvis fans aren't happy about it but everyone should give Barry his due. Did you know that he also has an original musical for which he composed the music, called "Harmony", scheduled to open on Broadway in November? Not bad for a guy who will celebrate his 80th birthday on June 17th.

  • @BuddySacksreviewsmusicals
    @BuddySacksreviewsmusicals 10 месяцев назад +1

    I met someone who promoted him to he was so mean and rude to South African staff

  • @krisebbeler36
    @krisebbeler36 Год назад

    Yeah... YOU...could stop with the “F WORD .”

  • @mandymanilow65
    @mandymanilow65 Месяц назад +1

    Nobody like Barry singing Gould it be Magic come on