Ladysmith Black Mambazo

Amazing performance! Definitely will see them again.

I've enjoyed the music very much for years, since 1992.

My wife and I had the opportunity to attend Ladysmith Black Mambazo's show at George Washington University's Lisner Auditorium, and it was absolutely incredible. The music was uplifting, joyful, and at times very emotional, and the group did a wonderful job of connecting with the audience. I have been a fan for years, but this was the first time I had had the opportunity see them in person - having been, it definitely will not be the last!

LBM were terrific but the crowd around me was the rudest I'd ever seen. The louder the music the louder they talked.

the use of the human voice as LBM does seems so right! No screaming, no pretense - . It connotes an awe and respect of the human being is awesome. I could not hear well, however, because of the folks behind, in front and to one side talked loudly the enitre time. One repeatedly said "This so so not my thing." Who knows? It may have been an amazing presentation by LBM.

Listening to Ladysmith was inspirational and beautiful - watching their high-kicking antics was loads of fun. They are truly a world-class act.

Ladysmith Black Mambazo was billed as the headline act at the Oregon Zoo, so imagine my surprise when they actually OPENED for Los Lobos. I got there just barely in time to see them (I assumed they would take the stage later) & they didn't perform for very long. I don't really care for Los Lobos so I left not long after they started playing. To review Labysmith Black Mambazo's performance: they were AWESOME! Wonderful harmonies & they were delightful to watch.They dance & are actually quite funny too. I just wish their set was longer. If a band or performer as billed as the headliner, they should have more time & should take the stage last.

This show was purely amazing. They are a fantastic group, with great voice, and immense energy. Ladysmith were serious but funny and talented. graceful., and compassionated about their music. It was soothing to hear them at time and at other times it was a pure rush! Please got see one of their shows if you have the chance. I NEVER got bored. It was a great show for all ages, young and old.

This was our first Oregon Zoo Concert and we enjoyed how well organized things were. The sound system was great and both acts started on time.

Ladysmith Black Mobaso was everything we had expected. My wife is a fan of the group, and I surprised her. She did not know which group until they walked on stage. She was pleased. My only complaint involves those larger chairs one can buy today for $12 or $15. They should be kept behind a line toward the back as they block the view of others. A number of jerks came late and tried to set up the large chairs in front of others who were respectful and sitting on blankets or the small beach chairs. This resulted in confrontation. It easily could be solved if the larger chairs were kept behind a line toward the back. Thank you.

An unusual combo, but wonderful music, great venue and lovely evening. Fine musicians!

I've seen them about 15 years ago and they were good then and still going strong. They are to be enjoyed with your family.

I was really excited to see Ladysmith Black Mambazo... looking forward to it for months. First of all, when I look at the ticket to the event and it says "Ladysmith Black Mambazo with Los Lobos" I would think the opening act would be the smaller type "Los Lobos". I was disappointed that Los Lobos didn't open. My girlfriend and I had planned on Los Lobos opening as she had to work and wasn't going to make the 7p start time... that was too bad. Second, I think maybe I'm not a fan of the Zoo concert format. Kids were pretty much climbing all over me and all around me and parents were letting them. It seemed most people were there to see Los Lobos and didn't care too much about Ladysmith Black Mambazo as they were talking throughout...again, maybe I'm not a fan of this format. A few of Ladysmith Black Mambazo's songs went on too long, much longer than album versions, but for the most part they are great to see. They clearly love performing and it is liberating to enjoy their show.

The angelic harmonies combined with thoughtful introductions and explanations of each song made this concert experience a sublime experience. The dances they do during the songs seem to both add flourish to the music and help illustrate the lyrics. This is not a 'get up and dance to the beat' group, for the most part, although some of the songs were very upbeat and rhythmic; but they are simply wonderful to listen to and experience. I highly recommend anyone of any age or background to come and hear these beautiful guys.

This group is amazing in the way they harmonize and I do enjoy the music of Africa. To my ears the music became monotonous each song could have been a little shorter. I would have enjoyed more variety slow music, faster music etc. I would not go see this show again as a headliner unless the second bill is Los Lobos and then I would arrive late if Los Lobos takes stage second as they did last night.

Maybe I'm getting old but about 1/2 hour into the concert, I was thinking, "Another 2 hours of this? Why didn't I bring a book?". The style is inherently repetitive with the same musical phrase being sung for an entire 5 minute song while various members of the group take turns jumping up in the air with different mannerisms. Content-wise; they're an anachronism. Yes, I got the message about the 'long walk to freedom' in South Africa. But that was how many years ago? Move on! (or retire.) The best part... the concert was only about an hour long, with Los Lobos for a (longer) second act.

Sort of a different type of event. First of all, they were the headliners, yet they performed before Los Lobos. While I liked their music it seemed to be the same type of song over and over again.

Haunting music that brings another world into view. The voices are rich and mesmerizing. I do wish there was a reader board of some sort that displayed the words and interpretation. I suspect some of their antics would have added even more depth to the performance with a better understanding of the story they were telling.

It was a magical evening. Previous obligations meant we had to come a half hour before start time, so our seats weren't pristine. It was an outdoor, spread-your-blanket-where-you-can concert, but any space was perfect in the presence of such a treasure. Unfortunately Ladysmith Black Mambazo was the opener. I say unfortunately because they only played an hour, and we could have listened to them all night. Their flawless harmonies and enchanting rhythms made it an unforgettable evening.

It's no wonder that Ladysmith Black Mazambo is always the winner of musical awards. Their harmonies keep the audience enthralled. The performance was fully worthwhile, though we must admit that the venue, The Neptune Theatre, could use some substantial updating to make it customer friendly for this kind of event.

We enjoyed every moment. Highly recommend them. So glad we went.

This was my first time seeing them, my husband who knows the group bought the tickets. I was amazed that they did not have one instrument or sound track. All they used were their voices and created such beautiful music.

Loved the show. Saw them in Sacramento 20 years ago and was so glad they came to my favorite theater in North Carolina. I only wish I could go to one show that there isn't a political comment.

LBM is one of my favorite singing groups at the top of my Pandora list. I had sen them before in Clayton, several years ago, and jumped at the chance to see them again. Their harmony is terrific; their message if important; their agile dancing is fun to see.

Love this group!! They came and did a meet and greet. Loved it.

Spectacular performance, great venue! Ladysmith is a timeless group that's just as inspirational as when I discovered them 30 years ago! Please return to North Carolina soon!

What a thrill seeing the original members of Ladysmith! Brought back great memories of seeing them perform with Paul Simon.

what a great performance by these very talented singers...I'm still trying to figure out what kind of hamstring stretches they do to be able to do those kicks while they are dating..

We had a great time. Total enjoyment and appreciate the the small intimate setting at the Parker Playhouse.

Ladysmith was totally awesome. This is our third time to see them and they are more and more enjoyable.

They are absolutely talented acapella singers. However the songs were very repetitious with the singers standing mostly in one spot singing. Maybe it was pared down for the discounted tickets of the Smart Stage Matinee? A bit underwhelming. I guess my expectations were higher, as they have recorded with Stevie Wonder and another famous artist. Maybe more of a background rhythmic sound.

Fabulous harmonies, high energy dance moves and humor combine to make this a really entertaining event.

We loved it. The singers were entertaining and had beautiful voices and songs to share. We'd recommend it to any music lover. A unique sound and we loved the dance steps too!

The energy, humor and unbelievably amazing voices made for an enchanting evening.

Loved to music, interaction, and a cappella sound.

Love Ladysmith Black Mambazo!!! Unique and marvelous! Please bring them back soon.

Very good performance but we enjoyed the original group and those older songs from several years back. Great for first time attendees, but we would not go again soon.

Fun, uplifting, and so happy! Like having your heart massaged.

Excellent show. They truly are music makes and story tellers. So glad they chose to come to Ames and hope they come again.

Not all the words were understandable, but the messages were always clear. The ranges on the bass and tenor ends were remarkable. They introduced each of their songs with some humor and some background to help us understand. Their messages of joy and freedom were inspirational.

What a beautiful experience! You can close your eyes and imagine being in SA. Warm heart, genuine smiles, toe-tapping and hand-clapping fun.

This was an absolute amazing experience - would definitely go again and again if they come back to Minneapolis.

I have seen Ladysmith twice and would go again. This group is unique.

I have been listening to this group ever since I was a child, but seeing them live was just unbelievable. They were entertaining, funny, energetic, and overwhelmingly talented! I feel so lucky that I was able to see them.

This group is so inspiring, and their music so beautiful. I wish I had taken my 10-year-old son, I think they are great for kids about that age and older. Also, there is not a bad seat in this theater, very intimate.

This is my second Ladysmith Black Mambazo concert, and it was as good as the first concert 20 years ago. Their voices are beautiful. A truly uplifting event. We had a great time as did everyone around us. Of course, you are going to want to try the leg kick after :)

LBM were wonderful, spreading their message of joy, love and beautiful music. Second time seeing them, and they had even more energy than last time. The Voena Choir was the opening act, a children's choir full of beautiful music and a unique, energetic performing style. They sang some African songs too. I'm guessing they tour together, so why don't they perform together? Oh well.

Ladysmith Black Mambazo was wonderful. A joyous celebration of music and life.Great music performed with enthusiasm and perfect harmonies. They easily convey their joy of making music and story telling to the audience. Well done after so many years.

Ladysmith Black Mambazo was fantastic the voice command and the dancing was simply amazing ::)))) IWe really enjoyrd them. There are 2 issues-1-They need to vary the songs they all sounded alike. The performance was to short around 45 minutes. Sweet Honey In The Rock-they were TERRIBLE and we left after 2 songs

This was my third time seeing LBM and they continue to be awesome! The next generation has the same enthusiasm, warmth and compassion as their father. They seem to be having fun. But, SHITR seemed to phone it in, and the 'it' was not at all what I was expected. Gone are the African clothing, the spiritual acapela harmonizing. Instead it was jazz standards like "Operator" with a bass guitar?? Very disappointing.

Great venue, very clean, awesome lineup!! The music was fabulous by Ladysmith & Sean Blackman. I wasn't terribly fond on Sweet Honey but my mom enjoyed them immensely!

The performers were great. The sound system was lousy. Muddy sound.

A memorable treat to get to watch Ladysmith Black Mambazo 25 years after I first watched them in concert. It is an impressive group that innovates and rejuvenates with an entertaining mix of vocal melody and athletic moves. The group displayed a good sense of humour and team connectivity.

There is no doubt why this group has been together so long - they're amazing!! go see them. you won't regret it

I took my wife to the concert as a part of her surprise trip to New York, celebrating our 35 years of marriage. She was not familiar with these artists and my fun was in watching her face go from reserve to joy as the concert went on. See this group at any opportunity.

Great mix of music, dance and humor. Enjoyed every minute.

My Wife and I have seen them before. We heard they were performing and we made sure we got our tickets.

Wonderful opening acts, beautiful soulful music. I have loved this group since I was a teenager - what they stand for and what they represent is timeless. Highly recommend this show!

Having been born and raised in South Africa, and in the same age group as the original LBM I have followed their music for the past 50 years and seen them wherever and whenever possible. Version 2.1 did great credit to the originators and maintained that sound, verve, charm and enthusiasm that just cannot be imitated by anyone who does not have South African roots. It is a language, an accent, a twinkle and a polite cheekiness that is unique in this world and, keeps "The Country in this Man" - even though I left around 35 years ago.

It was good. Could of been a lot more of dancing. The singers could of incorporate more varieties in music styles.

Previously heard them without much amplification and they were great. In VPAC they were all heavily miked and the harmonizing was horrible, very uneven. The best sounds were when they were away from the mikes, but this only occurred in short sequences.

This concert was a joyful continuation of Ladysmith's excellent love offerings to the world of music. We all miss Joseph, but his sons are carrying on the tradition with tremendous panache, grace, and good humor. This is a "not to miss" event whenever they come. From the first chord, their voices fill the venue with depth and carry us to South Africa. A joy.

You might think you have heard this group from their albums, and their work with Paul Simon. But until you see them in person, you have not experienced their inspirational magic.

Very good concert. We thoroughly enjoyed it. The Carolina Theater is the best place for a concert--acoustics are great.

Already looking forward to the next performance. I absolutely love these guys! This was my third time seeing them in person. I missed seeing Mr. Joseph Shabalala but his sons did not disappointment.

The one time The Program mentioned Ladysmith the miss spelled Mombazo I loved the entire program

I was soooo excited coming in to this show because I have wanted to see Ladysmith perform in person for over two decades! The overall energy of this group is electric and they started with one of Joseph Shabalala's sons in front and continued through the show with other members, some also Joseph's sons, coming up front to take the lead. They performed many songs, old and new, with enthusiasm and love for South African music and each other. They really are a very unique group! When watching videos, they all tend to blend in performance, but in person each individual stands out with their own personality and purpose. All along I kept thinking Joseph was going to make a grand entrance during the next song, but by intermission I was not nearly as optimistic. It wasn't until halfway through the 2nd half that they announced that Joseph was not able to be there due to his health. I was crushed because I've never seen him in person and I was really looking forward to it. I was also very sad that he is not able to be out with these men doing what he loves. Prayers to Joseph! I hope he is back out entertaining fans soon! If he had seen this performance, I know he would have been so very proud! They give their all to make people smile. I sure hope they will come back again next year so we can once again enjoy all of their smiling faces and massive amounts of expressive moves!

It was so wonderful seeing these guys at the Bardavon again! What a performance! They truly emit peace love & harmony within their impeccable harmonies and amazing dance skills! I had a pema-grin on my face all throughout the show! What a fabulous way to spend a wintery afternoon. Thank you Lady Smith!!!

Have been seeing them every year since the Graceland Album. They still pack the same punch!!!

It was quite refreshing to experience a taste of my hometown of South Africa. Once again Ladysmith Black Mambazo brought in a uniquely African sound to the USA. Good music and great fun.

Ladysmith Black Mambaza had a great show. I thoroughly enjoyed them and would love to see them again. They are so good and talented. It is hard to put into words just how much I enjoyed their show. If you get a chance to see them, by all means go!

Ladysmith Black Mambazo is a concert not to be missed. The entire performance was outstanding.

High energy, and big fun, LBM put on a great performance. They sang amazing a-capella, coupled with fun antics. Will see them again!

I expected a wonderful joyous event and indeed it was ! These 10 men have amAzing voices and were great entertainers. They injected humor, dance steps and fantastic harmony. Their triumph over oppressive politics in S. Africa is so heartwarming. I went by myself since no friends were available to go but I didn't need any company. LBM was quite enough !!

I thought the show was great. They are an energetic group, and you just feel good listening to them and watching them. The intermission was way too long though--20 minutes. I was just getting into the groove and felt like the long intermission sort of derailed some of my enthusiasm. That said--the artistry and genuine love for their music is apparent and that is worth going to see them again.

The music, the voices, and the narrative was unforgettable. A great experience and one I will never forget.

Loved the music, dancing, humor, and the enthusiasm and joy they exhibited. Fabulous performance.

Great Performance, the talent of these men is simply amazing.

Loved it. Well worth the 3 hour drive - I would go again. Excellent representation of South African culture and talent. A great mix of traditional music, great voices, dancing and personality. Perfect entertainment. Looking forward to the next one.

I truly enjoyed this event, so much talent within this group, would recommend to any one.

I was introduced to the music of Ladysmith Black Mambazo perhaps 20 years ago while living in France, and loved the soothing harmonies and rhythm. What amazed me at this concert was how their voices sounded as one voice, the blending was done so well. Was an evening well spent!

I didn't understand most words sung by Black Mambazo; but like a great opera that transcends language, their music penetrates the heart and sours your soul to a beautiful place.

It was engaging, entertaining, yet powerful. I'm going to take the words of another friend who went along with me and referred to this event as "quiet ecstasy." It was awesome!

As always these men put on a great show. I would have liked to have them introduced, especially as far as family relationships go. But it is amazing to see Mr. Joseph kick as high as he does at his age! It gives one great hope!! I hope Ladysmith Black Mambazo continue to return to the Triangle area, they are fantastic ambassadors of a very beautiful country.

This was a memorable event - full of spirit, humor and the signature layering of sweet harmonies. Unbelievable. Loved them and left feeling floating on air!

The group had amazing singing skills and awesome audience interaction.

The group was just outstanding. I enjoyed the venue as well. Not only were the songs and the rythmn entertaining but the groups entire performance was full of life and enegry.

I left the show feeling happy and empowered because their message was "peace, love and harmony", which was felt throughout the show. They were extremely dynamic! It was especially fun to see each member of the group get his time to shine- either through a solo performance or dance move.

Incredible harmonies, unique music style you won't hear outside of native culture otherwise.

Amazing voices and great dances. I have listened to them all my life so it was very surreal to see them them live!

They say that they come to spread love and peace and happiness--they truly deliver. The richness of their voices the heartfelt delivery, the wry humor all contribute to a really wonderful experience.

Outstanding concert! The harmonies, the humor, the dance! I really enjoyed this show and would go back again!

My 6yo daughter and i drove all the way from KC for this performance, and it was well worth the trip! LBM was a educational and enriching experience for her as well as an uplifting one for me!

Ladysmith Black Mambazo held the audience at rapt attention as nine men with microphones produced one beautiful song after another. The harmonies and rhythms were precise and the songs ranged from funny to touching. A tremendous evening of entertainment. HIghly recommended.

This wonderful group is truly a great ambassador for South Africa. The talent is the best and the program was extremely well presented. I would gladly sit through another performance any day.

Excellent concert-great gentlemen-go see them!!!!!

After first hearing Ladysmith Black Mambazo on the Graceland CD and listening to their CD's too, it was a joy to see them in concert. What a fun group of singers! Thanks!

Myself and my guest were captivated by the performance. Thank you so much.

This is the third or fourth time I've seen Ladysmith Black Mombazo. The last time I saw them there were MAYBE 100 people in the audience. The group came onstage, sang and left. What a difference a few years makes! This concert was SPECTACULAR! Ladysmith has evolved into a real EVENT, as opposed to just some a cappela singers. Stunning show, gorgeous and WONDERFUL venue (I'd never been before)...I'll remember this concert for years to come! Thank you thank you thank you Ladysmith!

Great venue, wonderful experience. Totally positive.