Mel Waiters

The floor seating was terrible. The most boring show i ever been too, intermissions were too long with no type of activity. I really deserve a refund, show was so bad i left early......

This was my first concert ever...and I wish I had saved my money. We couldn't understand anything that was said on the mike because the music overpowered the words. The best part for me was the intermission; they play pre-recorded music that got everyone up and dancing. The concert started late and we never got to see Mel Waiters...and we didn't leave until after 11:00. Four hours of "what are they saying?" and "can you hear what they're singing?". Everyone around us was complaining about the bad audio system. Good thing I can dance to anything. I stayed on the floor because I refused to pay that kind of money and not say that I had gotten my money's worth of a good time. Next time I'll just party at a friend's house.

This event was very Unorganized They were letting people bring food in and we had no idea that you could bring food in Need better advertisement

Too many people on the stage... The band over-powered Mr. Bland. (sound should be turned down or Mr. Bland sound turned up)

All acts were great! The sound was off in some cases but overall it was still good.

This was an awesome concert. I love live music. The instruments were the bomb and the artists sang their hearts out.

All where great, we had a great time. looking forward too next year.

The Blues concert was wonderful. Everyone did a magnificient job.

This was the first rodeo I have ever attended and I am looking forward to next year. It was quite entertaining. I went with the musical acts in mind, but when I got there I enjoyed EVERYTHING. Can't wait 'til the next one.

I enjoyed the musical acts more so than the actual rodeo events. I dont think that I will go next year.

THIS SHOW WAS AWEFUL. I WON'T GO AGAIN. THERE IS NOT MORE TO SAY. THE SHOW WAS MORE LIKE EXCERCISE FOR THE HORSES ALL THEY DID WAS RIDE THEM IN CIRCLES

I LOVED THE SHOW. ME AND MY MOTHER WENT AN WE HAD THE BEST TIME EVER, WE WANTED TO GO BACK TO THE SECOND SHOW. I THINK THEY SHOULD COME FOR MORE THAN ONE DAY.OH AND I LOVED ALL THE PERFORMANCES. GOOD JOB REAL COWBOY ASSOCIATION WE CAN'T WAIT TILL NEXT YEAR....

Gena & Mel really put on a great show my wife and I enjoyed every second of it.

Concert was great and like the theater, just the right size for a concert.

From Tina Brown, the opening act to Mel's last song,Hole in the Wall, this show was fantastic! It was one big party. Tina opened with some classic R&B starting with Cleanu Woman getting the crowd into a party mood. By the time she closed with her new dance "The G-slide", the whole audience was dancing in the aisles. Mel Waiters started his hour long set with alot of energy. His first song " Swing out" got evryone out of their seats , only to sit again when he paid tribute to Bobby Womack and give a heartfelt, much apprecieted testimony givning thanks to Jesus for his success. By the time he closed with Hole in The Wall, the entire theatre was dancing again. This show left everyone feeling good and ready to party. The only drawback was that he only did one show. Next time, he needs to do a Friday and Saturday show. I'll be ther both nights!!!!!

Bobby Rush & Mel waiter was off the chain The HOST dressed in red was CHI town ready Jesse Jackson prayer for Bobby Blue Bland was awesome!!!!!!!! Hubby's Bday weekend he enjoyed it still talking about it.....

It was the best so far this season I really enjoy the down home blues and the entertainment. the mood was set just right it was a great night

I got 4 tickets came all the way from Iowa got an overnight hotel room and get all the way to the Arie Crown to find out that Bobby was in the hospital and we still was going to go but on the paper it said Charles Wilson and not charlie Wilson so yeah we said we wanted the refund but because we got our tickets from ticket masters I had to wait until today to call for them to tell me I might not get my money back. This some crazy S I bet I get mines back.

If it wasn't for my sister I would have requested a refund the main reason I attend this even is because do Bobby Blue Bland. I'm sorry is ill and I do wish him well.

i really enjoyed the show,hated for it to end,brought back old memories and i felt it was all for me. the crowd was good I had great seats and I am waiting on the next show.The price of the ticket were well worth it and more.

Show was outstanding. Only drawback was power hungry fire marshall and his crew of merry men.

It was an average concert to me, i was expecting to be more entertained. Shirley and Mel put on a good show, Sir Charles was a disappointment due to him appearing to be on some type of drug which hurt his performance, and Taylor and Bobby were just average. I probably won't go next year depending on which artists will be coming.

Overall this year the performances seemed to be a little rushed and the music was draining out the Performer. I liked all of the performances until it got to BBK, he especially just put me to sleep with barely speaking clearly into the mic, then again the music was drowning him out. Also last year we were able to move around and sance on the open space but this year they were much strickter. The seats that i had were pretty good but being squeezed in next to someone is a no go. They should think about having it at the Verizon theatre next year. I would give the overall experience a 4 out of 5.

My sister and I attended the festival and it was GREAT!!!!!!!!! Some artisit I've seeen before and some I hadn't. I enjoyed each and every performer. There were areas where the sound was poor, the voices were not always clear and that is an area that could be improved upon. The parking was awful, no direction, no guidance, that is another area which can be improve upon. But the Festival in itself, FABULOUS!!!!!! I also would like to recommend more lady blues singers like Denise Lasalle and MIllie Jackson.

The venue was great. The music and lineup were fantastic! We can't wait to go back next year! Great music, great time...brought back a lot of good memories from family reunions

To see so many great blues singers on one stage was amazing. I'm only 28 but I was raised on the blues and was even named after a blues singer. If you're a true fan, this is the show for you.

Sir Charles was not that great, he was too stuck on himself

The concert was great! The balcony was high up so I would recommend wearing flat shoes. It was hot in the building walking uo to the arena. Once inside the air was felt a little but not much. If you don't get there on time you will have a hard time finding your seat. The ushers weren't provided with flashlights.

This was a wonderful event! I traveled from Oklahoma and it was well worth it. I'll be back next year. Sir Charles and Mel Waiters were my favorite. The only thing I didnt like was it was so hot inside of the arena.

OMG, this was my first time in attendance but surely not my last. I had no idea how great of a show this would be. It surpassed my expectations. Everyone was amazing and not that I didn't love them all but Mel Waters and his band did it for me. But what Festival would not be grand without the Legendary Bobby Blue Bland. My first time seeing the legend and even at his age, he too was amazing with his signature growl. Yes he still has it. I had never been to the Dallas Convention Center either so over all it was a great night.

This was an excellent concert. I loved everyone that took the stage.

I really enjoyed the concert. I would love to attend more events that envolve African American performers....ie;The O'Jays; John Legend;etc,

Last row upper balcony, to much for some of the the older folks. I moved to a section one one there, facing audience. Wondered why not sell these seats? Sound was excellent.

The concert itself was good. The time limit on some of the artist was too short and the sound system was not good

It was a very nice concert. I had a very good time. I do think that some others should have replaced J Blackfoot and Bobby Blue Bland because they could barely stand up and sing. Bobby looked like he could barely breathe to get the words out. Every one else on the tour were great. There are alot of blues singers and I just feel that for next year, bring some singers that can perform and not fall out on stage.

The Music was, entirely to LOUD hard to understand what the Performers were saying half the time. J Blackfoot was great, Mel was outstanding, Sir Charles was horrible I will never pay for another ticket to see him, he did not perform well, he was disappoining to me. First time seeing Shirley she did her thing loved her, Bobby gotta love him, he lower the music so you could understand and respect his wonderful sweet voice, he really saved the day, he took it back to a old school concert. I would like to see Bobby and Mel together now that would be a concert.

J Blackfoot was great, Sir Charles was awful!!!! - he need to sign his songs the way they were wrote. I know artiest get tired of singing the same song, but to change the song so much that the crowd can't sign along - NOT GOOD. Shirley Brown was just ok, need to hear more than two songs from her, very disappointed. The Stand Up in Man was good, Mel Waiters was the BEST, Mel gave us just what we came for - good singing and the BLUES!!!!! Bobby Bland - I have much love for Bobby, he is the King of Blues but he's getting too old to perform and I was sad to see him come to the stage, very sad so we left on the second song. All the performers song 2-4 songs each, need to hear more of them - the sets were too short.

the show was very nice. all of the old performers did a wonderful job. the only thing that i did not like was the location, in my opinion it should have been in a better venue with more organization. Other than that it was a excellent show.

I enjoyed each artist. It was very entertaining. I can not wait until next year when they come back again!

The concert was indeed a great show as always. I've been going for the last few years and very glad to have seen Marvin Sease before his passing a couple of years ago. My favorite of them all is Bobby Bland. I cried when he came out on stage because he still looks good and sings great and I thank the good lord for letting him stay with us one more day. The only thing I would love to see is Floyd Taylor sing a couple of his own songs. We appreciate the fact he keeps his fathers music alive but would love to hear him sing a few songs of his own.

When Floyd Taylor came out I had to double take. He looks and sounds just like his daddy!!! He stole the show although EVERYONE of them did fantastic!

It brought back a lot of memories and I got to meet Sir Charles and talked to him in person he is so cool.

Wife and I enjoyed the entire showcase of talent that was presented to us, the audience.

I had a great time this year. I love going and will be there next year, might even travel to see them in other cities. I like the place and I like all of the artist that come every year. I had a blast for the first time that I have been going.

All the artist were great performers, very entertaining!!