Oleta Adams

This was a bucket list trip from Scotland to BB Kings Speakeasy NYC to see Oleta Adams perform, a very big deal as I had waited since early 80's to have the privilege. I never uttered a sound throughout. A voice that has the power to induce an emotional reaction like no other, a voice with such depth and colour every song is truly unique !!. NEVER have I heard a voice like Oleta Adams , She sang and played piano effortlessly and her band - including her husband on drums John Cushon - played an unbelievably accomplished set ( in awe Mr Cushon ) . She played a varied set list from all her albums. A beautiful soul , she gave us all a little piece of wisdom on the true meaning of love. With a sharp intake of breath from the crowd when she revealed she is now 65 yrs old...Ms Adams showed a quick sense of humour, and remarked ...."black don't crack" The only blot on the gig was the big voice from the little new yorker when she heard the opening bars of 'Get Here' ....shouted " that's my karaoke song" !!!. At the very least bad mannered and not concert etiquette! The name Oleta Adams and karaoke should never be in the same sentence !!! Next stop Holland !

No question Oleta voice is still velvet smooth! She started show with a famous gospel and that got my attention - she also sincerely thanked us fans for our presence and dedication to her music! When she sang Get Here ..we were all screaming for Joy! Her band was marvelous as well-her hubby on drums!! So glad I got there that nite as I had a small emergency that made us late. I was a little dismayed that lady next to me a heckler w /British accent - so loud that Oleta said - ok no more - always one lol - a trooper Oleta was and beautiful too!!

The show was phenomenal! How often do we have the pleasure of seeing Oleta in concert in this country. I felt blessed. Her voice is like a wonderful instrument. She is a true singer and gives you your money worth and an unforgettable experience as she sings the songs in her repertoire that are memorable. This was my first experience at BB Kings. I just love how close the stage and the service of the waiters was par excellence. I've reread y looked at the schedule for shows next month. I plan to attend a Gospel Brunch soon and have decided BB Kings as one of my go to places for a great time!!!

She was great, her muscians were great...she performed some of her new stuff and of course some of the old(including 2 of my favorites!)

She is a wonderful and gifted singer. I enjoy listening to her.

Her songs were very inspiring! Would love to see her again.

What great music, a wonderful voice and inspiring words! We saw Oleta Adams at Scullers Jazz Cub in Boston and it was wonderful, but at BB King's Blues Club, there were four musicians and three background singers and a large, enthusiastic crowd which made it very memorable. At Scullers, they used tracks which made it seem a bit disapponting hearing background voices but no singers.

Each time I see her (around ten so far) she never fails to amaze and impress.

IF ANYONE WANT TOO SEE ONE OF THE GREATEST SONGSTRESS OF LL TIME, PLEASE WITNESS OLETA ADAMS IN PERSON!!!!!!

Excellent show. She performed for approximately two hours and the show just kept getting better. Saw her the following night at another venue and she rushed through because she had another show following. Thankful there was only one show at the Birchmere which allowed her time to truly entertain. Oleta has a great voice and is very spiritual. Her segment of spiritual songs was inspiring and much-needed.

very nice intimate setting in NY ! This is the place to be close to the stars ! you can have dinner while enjoying the show - food is nice and service was very fast - we would go anytime again and will check their schedule for the next NY trip

Oleta Adams puts on a superb show, and her interaction with the audience engages us all with warmth and excitement. This is my second time seeing her at the Birchmere, and I'm still impressed. Her following is incredible, her fans, her connection with our daily experiences, and forever gratitude for her fan base. I enjoyed it immensely.

Oleta Adams still has a wonderful, rich voice, but the loud amplification in this intimate venue made it much less enjoyable. Though some may appreciate, the numerous guitar solos, I really think it detracted from the real star of the show which was Oleta. I'd suggest reducing the number of guitar solos, and increasing the focus on her voice and her lyrics with more acoustic and less amps. All the songs with only the piano were the best!

Oleta is such a beautiful person. She interacts well with the crowd and keeps you entertained. The venue is nice and intimate. The whole evening was sexy.

This was my second time attending an Oleta Adams concert at The Birchmere. The venue is cozy (but tight), plenty opportunity to meet people... make new friends and the food is VERY tasty! As for Ms. Oleta.......... I believe she continues to get better with time. She has an unduplicated voice and her personable demeanor is so warm and inviting that she quickly lures you in and right away becomes your sister, best friend, neighbor, etc. Oleta makes her audience a part of the show rather than leaving us to be nothing more than spectators. You almost feel that she is performing to "you" ONLY! I am awaiting announcements about her next appearance at The Birchmere....... I plan to be there once again!

Oleta Adams began with a touch of smooth jazz. As you groove, she went to her roots...songs of praises....and she ended with sing-along songs. Several audience members celebrated birthday, Oleta Adams sang her own rendition of Happy Birthday, moments they will always recall.

Oleta Adams was fabulous!! She sings from her heart and soul. I can't wait for her next album.

Oleta has great stage presence. I enjoyed the show.

What a wonderful talent. Oleta is a truly gifted performer and vocalist. She connected with the audience on so many levels. She gave an amazing 2 hour performance sharing most of her new songs from the new CD!

She has the ability to bring the gift of life and vibrancy to an evening of pleasure. I have traveled to see Oleta at the Birchmere for the last 4 or 5 years. We also like that she respects her audience enough to sign the coveted CD's.

Petite woman, big voice! Marvelous singer and entertainer who nicely sets up her songs and talks to the audience in a very personal way. Dazzling smile! Well worth the price of admission.

I've seen her several times. Her gospel music especially was wonderful, but I always like hearing the older stuff too. The sound level was a bit too high, but she's great.

Oleta is one if the greatest musician, singer and song writer of our day. Her lyrics are moving and meaningful. I look forward to her return!

Oleta Adams is one of my favorite performers, and she didn't disappoint. She was very comfortable in front of the audience, and very appreciative of the support she was getting from us. I found the middle of the concert somewhat boring, but the opening, and especially the closing, songs were worth the whole concert.

Oletta is just an incredible spirit that shares her wonderful gift through her amazing music.

This was my third time seeing Oleta Adams at the Birchmere and she has topped every performance beyond expectations.

I turned up 5 mins late (as always!) and immediately thought the young warm-up act sounded really good. I quickly realised, yes you've guessed it, that it was Oleta herself looking about 40 (she's 56) and still sounding like an angel. She shared some personal stories and amusing quips as she went from one great ballad to another before finishing with her swansong; Get Here. All in all a superb performance and the audience loved it. The venue is homely and the acoustics good.

Get ready for a big statement. Nobody has a better singing voice. Oleta's many musical never fail to astound me.

What a brilliant singer and an unforgettable performance. I had been looking forward to this for some time and her voice and playing of the piano accompaniment, not to mention her backing band, never hit a bad note the entire evening. She played some new and some well known. Would have stayed on for the second show if I could!

A fan since the early 90's this was the first time for me to see her live. Oleta was so comfortable singing from behind the keyboard, which she played to perfection. Her voice has unbelievable projection and in a small venue like B.B King it all felt very personal.

Really enjoyed the venue and the variety from the band. My friends and family also made it an enjoyable experience. However, Ms. Adams didnt leave the piano so it wasnt as entertaining as it could have been. Overall it was just okay.

What an awesome Lady!! I could listen to her all night!! So glad I saw that she would be in the DC area. Have been and will be a fan for life! Love the fact that she gives God praise for her talent. Continue to bless Him and He will bless you!

Any time Oleta Adams is appearing in the DMV, I will attempt to see this phenomenal songstress. Her rendition of Get Here If You Can was absolutely beautiful. I love her down to earth spirituality which exudes in her singing. An encore was definitely needed and the night ended far too soon. One of my favorites who has remained true to her craft and her faith. Hers is an example so called Hollywood divas need to emulate.

Great show, great band. Nice selection, informal atmosphere. Professional all the way.

Opera always puts on a good show. Longtime guitarist and vocalist Jimmy Dykes was superb this time and really stepped it up, too! A great performance and a evening of fun!

Her talent, spirit, and openness made for a beautiful evening!

Even though she did'nt sing one of her signature songs (everything must change) she is still an awesome talent with a great band!

I will never miss a Oleta Adam show...She alway deliever a great performance. She has not recorded in a while now but her music, voice and stage present is so up lifting. She made us sing laugh, and encourages us in a way that only she can do. If you get a chance you must see Ms Oleta Adam

Oleta Adams is a consumate artist. I thoroughly enjoyed her show and her band was awesome too.

Oleta, Adams is just wonderful. We really enjoyed the selection of songs, and the songs from her band. I am so happy I had an opportunity to hear her again.

Great time was had by all there. Oleta Adams rocks!

As a long standing aficionado it is always pleasurable to hear an artist improve their presentations. Oleta and the musicians accompanying her strive to become better. Their success at becoming so is wonderful to experience. Lets do it again!!

ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!!-she gave a true performance along with a few "words to the wise" :) - FANTASTIC!!!

Oleta always gives a wonderful and inspiring performance!

Oleta Adams put on one of the best performances of her life at Jazz In The Woods in Overland Park, KS on June 16th. Her strong voice and steller song selection made walked listeners through her 20 year catalog of hits like "Circle of One", "Get Here" and "New York State of Mind."

I love Oleta! Her set was too tantalizingly short. What an incredible voice!

Oleta was amazing. She looked great and her voice was fabulous. After so many years gone by, she can still get a crowd on their feet. It was so nice to hear a talented singer once again. That's what I remember growing up as a young child. A sophisticated lady with a whole lot to give. Love her spirit and vibe. Great show!!!!!!!

Oleta Adams voice and performance seem to be timeless!

Oleta is engaged, open, believable and nothing to figure out. The real deal and dig the band especially the Sax player.

Oleta Adams and her band put on a great show! She still sounds great, and is such a warm and personable performer!

The most amazing experience...Oleta was incredible...her voice is moving; her words are inspiring...not just in her songs that she sings and writes, but what she has to say to her audience. We had tickets to the first show; but were so blown away that we had to stay for the second.

Oleta Adams was absolutely amazing!! She sounds just as great as her cds.

Great set! They played for almost 2 hours, demonstrating exceptional musicianship.

loved the concert - loved the venue - the food was not great though.

I seldom attend an event where the artist provides so much of their craft with the audience. This show started on time and went on for nearly 2 hours. The Birchmere setting is a great venue.

Very good concert, I wish she had sang longer. And she looked great, didn't know 58 could look so good!

Great concert! Loved every second of it. We will definitely see her again at her next concert. What a voice!

We started the evening talking to Oleta's PR agent, who was sitting at our table. When she started to sing her well known melodies it was amazing. Such a voice - such a sense of rhythm. In the Netherlands, where we are from, she can fill a room of 5.000 easily. More appreciation is needed for artists like Oleta - a real voice instead of a voice over......

Traveled from Atlanta to see Oleta Adams at BBKings. I love her. I love the venue. Can't wait to do it all again.

OLETA ADAMS has every ingredient of a mega-star but at heart is a humble soul, an entertainer who delivers! There is a coherent \u2018kindness within Oleta that shines through when she performs, from the heart. To be in the presence of this entertainer is to feel humble. Her velvet voice never strains, her delivery is honest, and her \u2018work imbibes herself, her backup vocals, her band and her audience. Oleta is always appreciative of her audience having seen her perform to packed concert halls, supper clubs and in very intimate settings, one always leaves feeling convinced that she was singing just to YOU! I wish super-stardom for Oleta for she is incredible and deserving but in the same token, I hope that she never gets that BIG that she just \u2018sings as opposed to \u2018works . A mega-star now and forever in my opinion, I will never miss a performance by the incredibly talented OLETA ADAMS. If you see her billed to perform near you, don t question simply \u2018Get There !

The performance in the B.B. King Blues Club and Grill was awesome. Oleta is so close and makes you feel almost like being her friend. Her voice is unbelievable and so are her songs. We loved it! We hope to see her again in a small setting like this. BTW: the wine was super too!!!

All of my expectations were exceeded on this evening. She connected with all of her audience members from the very moment she stepped onto the stage. Oleta's earthiness, charm and grace were evident and pivotal to her success that night. The new CD is phenomenal, I haven't stopped listening to it to this day. It has infected me so well that I have to hear it at least 3 times a day. I have recommended her to family and friends. Oh and by the way, the venue was very warm and comforting. I brought two guests along and we just had a fantastic time.

Having "discovered" Oleta when Tears for Fears released Sowing the Seeds and seeing her on the subsequent tour of 1990 it has been a real privilege to see her twice at BB Kings after all these years. BB's is always an intimate setting and Oleta brings the house down with her stellar vocals. With a new CD released entitled "Let's Stay Here" Oleta returns with well crafted lyrics and soaring vocals. The next time she makes a stop at Manhattan's BB Kings plan on attending.

oleta gave one thousand percent of herself...in effort, in tone, in audience rapport, in soul, in energy, in message....you name it, she delivered. we actually were in the SECOND show of the nite, and she actually was still graciously meeting her fans in line after the first show till about 3 minutes before she had to walk on stage for show two, at which point she immediately established her normal warm, funny, sincere rapport with the packed crowd, and proceeded to sing all styles, pushing the use of her voice unbounded for our benefit. you would never know that she traveled, gave more than one show, or anything else that might tire her out or detract from her focus----she gifted us with her totally unique and glorious voice and personality from beginning to end. oh, and, by the way: this is NOT a publicity tour just to advertise her new album...every concert is varied and personal. anyone who goes to hear her already loves her to bits, and just can' t get enough of her soulful, heartfelt, personal messages of love. anyone who is lucky enough to hear her, whether live or recorded, has been blessed!

I so enjoy her concerts. Her rich voice is one of a kind! I see her every time she comes to town.

I had the pleasure of being introduced to good music by my parents. Ms. Adams was one of these artists. I rediscovered her when I got older and was able to truly enjoy her artistry. And art is the only way to describe her performance. The amazing tone of her voice was even better than her recordings. I was seated behind her so I saw every piano stroke. Truly an honor. I would recommend seeing her if you have the opportunity. I know I will the next time she is in the area.

This is eh, probably my fourth or fifth time attending an Oleta Adams concert when she's in the area. This performance was as memorable as the first. She always gives it all she's got and makes the show so personable and enjoyable for all. She is a gem who loves and appreciates her fans and you witness that through her up close and personal moments after the show. As for the venue, it's cozy and easy to access. I actually travel from Maryland to the Birchmere without much hesitation or complaint of the distance. I appreciate general admission seating if you get there early enough you get a great seat! The wait staff was fast, friendly, and efficient. Had a great time overall that night. I would definitely attend other events there.

I've seen Oleta perform live twice before. This third experience did not disappoint. The venue was larger than I expected but when the show opened it felt as though we were in a tiny, intimate space. Oleta gave us everything, some old and some new, all wonderful! She was so witty and engaging through each song and story. A great night out!!

An absolutely wonderful evening. Oleta Adams' rich contralto voice resonated throughout the hall. She was amazing. Sang for just over 2 1/2 hours. She was personable with her audience - making it more of a music fest more than just a concert. Birchmere is a great venue for this type of event.

Oleta Adams is a true master. Gifted, grateful, an amazing voice and talent. Love her energy , music and band. Would go anywhere to see her.

Ok show hit songs plus 2 songs were great,rest of jazz songs lost me.

I really enjoyed this show, although she sung many new songs versus the old favorites.

The concert was personal, soulful and rich. Ms Adams was poured her heart on the stage and spoke truth. Someone was in my seat when I arrived at the table. In order to not be disruptive. I sat in another seat at the table which didn t give me the view I paid for.

As always beautiful and captivating when you go see Oleta Adams you want to see Oleta Adams I enjoyed her husband in the band that should have been pushed back further off the stage she should have been the center of attention

Always one of my favorite performers! Oleta Adams has a soothing, classic, sounding voice. A contralto with soprano range. I never tire of listening to her. I am waiting with baited breath for the new release she has coming. I hope she continues to bless the world with her gift.

This woman and her band are just phenomenal! They are truly a great combination and complement each other so well and who she is as an artist! She is truly an UNSUNG gifted artist who shamefully didn't receive her due in the music industry! Amazing POWERFUL voice! It's not just her singing, but she also says some very thought provoking words that relates to the happenings of the craziness in this world! That's what I liked the most. She isn't just humorous or just singing songs, she is sending a powerful message within the song! I thank God for her! I will go see her each year that I can.

Oleta owned BB Kings. I've seen her a handful of times and she never disappoints. I remember when she was introduced by Tears for Fears. Wish they'd do another album together

Cool spot. Nice to have parking, food is decent, and Oleta was fabulous. Of course I would have loved a longer show, but alas...

So, there's not to many artist I would want to see live however, Oleta Adams was the exception! Living in Atlanta, I never got an opportunity to see her live but always would here from others that she tours alot around D.C./Virginia. So I was on the next flight to her next performance on 11/06/15. Glad I finally got the chane to see her live!!! Words cant describe the richness and depth of her voice and the emotions you receives. Checked one off my bucket list.

Oleta puts her heart and soul into her performance. She sang all my favorite songs from her "Circle of One" album. The last song she performed "Everything Must Change" was especially moving to her and the audience. Would see her again if she ever comes back to B.B. Kings.

I have always been a fan of Oleta but when I heard her this past weekend, my love for her is greater. She is a classic!!!

It was a great show - her songs and voice are beautiful and she has a great personality and sense of humor, which personalizes her show.

Fabulous show and terrific venue. Food was good.....just needed to have more servers

I hadn't seen her live in 20+ years, and was just blown away by how strong and beautifully-developed her voice was. Great intimate venue; I can't believe that with all of the concerts and shows I've been to in my life that I hadn't been here--I'll certainly get back soon. If I have one complaint, it's that the show was a bit short, but I'm not sure if that's the performer's choice or the club's.

Great show, great sound. I would have expected an encore song, however, the lights came on immediately and no attempt was made for the band and singer to return.

Oleta was awesome ,wow what a beautiful person with an amazing gift from God. May you continue to sing and continue to use your voice which the lord had bless u with. Every time she comes to the DMV,she gives her all and then some more. I love you Oleta. It is such a beautiful thing to see a husband and wife,work together. You know God is there in the mist with them. Continue to keep God in your circle and he will continue to bless this beautiful lady with that beautiful, beautiful voice. Your songs,just take me to that special place.

Oleta Adams, singing with her husband on the drums and two strong guitarists, put on a lovely concert from her piano bench. She combined a mix of singing and ad libbing that was satisfying. She presents herself as an open-hearted, compassionate person. She didn't leave out her two biggest hits, "Circle of One" and "Get Here." It's fun to sit at tables and munch on bar food at the Birchmere (my first time there.) Open seating so people with the best seats got there very early when the doors opened.