Boston Strong

Non stop entertainment! Perfectly executed transition from one act to another. Really enjoyed watching everyone come together for a great cause! I dont know if i will ever be part of anything like this again. Once in a life time event! Thanks !

Every part of that show was absolutely unforgettable! We danced. We laughed, and we cried. I will NEVER FORGET how special my home town really is!

The special fund raiser concert held to benefit the victims of the Boston Bombings was one of the best concerts to ever happen in & for Boston. Not only were all the acts performing with a sense of pride, profound energy, and emotion, but the audience's energy was full of love, support and excitement. Starting with Richard Blanco's beautifully written poem, the night was a time to unite as Bostonians and heal. Every single act showed such raw emotion as they saw the victims sitting in the front row. Different acts dedicated and showed their support to the City and its people in their own unique ways. I will NEVER forget that night.

This night was a night of unbelievable talent. The acts were staged quickly, with comedic entertainment between sets. I loved all the performances. Wickedly awesome!

It was amazing . So many great acts, and they were all doing it for free! And they didn't skimp, either. They could have just walked on, played one song, and left, but they didn't . I enjoyed the comedians and seeing the sports figures and the people who had been injured but were able to come. Thanks do much to the organizers of this great event!

Touching, memorable, remarkable !! One of the best concerts I have ever been to!!

Five hours of entertainment from some incredible talent, including some that are legends in music. Fantastic. All in an environment that was brought together to help those hurt in the marathon bombing, so the atmosphere was upbeat and full of "we are one". Great night.

This was an incredible event with emotional meaning. I was honored to be in the presence of the performers, fans, victims and heroes.

awesome but I was disappointed that Godsmack wasn't there even though they were billed as one of the acts. I especially LOVED the paperless ticket system. I strongly reccommend that ALL concerts be ticketless. That would put all the ticket scalpers and seconday ticket outlets out of busisness thereby allowing consumers to pay face valuse for tickets instead of the outrageous prices these unetical people and ticket outlets charge.

I figured I'd break this down into highlights and lowlights: Highlights: 1. The J. Geils Band - they were the band that had me wanting more 2. Lenny Clarke and Steven Wright - both at the top of their game 3. Boston (the band), though I wish Brad Delp was alive to be there 4. The surreal sight of the NKOTB coming out to join the Dropkick Murphys at the end of "I'm Shipping Up to Boston" 5. Carole King - I'd pay to see her perform solo. 6. The organization - I was dreading a lot of sitting around between acts, but they did an amazing job of keeping things going by having a revolving stage and comedians and guests to entertain and engage the crowd. Lowlights: 1. Paperless ticketing - I know they're trying to discourage scalping, but there's got to be a better way. The bottleneck to get in was absolutely ridiculous. Get your act together, please. 2. The jackanapes behind me who ruined almost every quiet moment (including the Boston Strong poem) by talking loudly. I know it's a cliche at concerts, but have a little respect for the artist and people around you, especially during a solemn moment. 3. Carole King rightfully pointed out that she was the only female act in the show (aside from the J. Geils Band backup singers). I can name a few Boston-related acts off the top of my head - Kay Hanley (Letters to Cleo), Kristen Hersh (Throwing Muses), Tanya Donnelly (Belly), Erin McKeown, and I'm sure others can throw some in there. (Actually, it's a shame Donna Summer passed away, because I guarantee she would have been there)

All is I can say is Thank You.. To all the legendary musicians, to all of the employees who donated 100% of their time to helping heal Boston. We have all gone through so much in last two months and was so nice to get together and sing some songs and shed some tears for Boston.

Great cause, the artists were exceptional. It was very high energy, but when James Taylor came on it was as if all of the air was let out of the building.

Boston Strong was a most amazing collaboration of varied talents with extreme generosity. Simply put, performances of first class!

This show started off great and kept the entertainment going everyone sounded great Except Aerosmith ! I enjoyed everyone's set emensly except when Aerosmith came out they really sounded off key and really slow it really didn't sound like they knew what they were doing worst performance I have seen them do and I have seen them at least 14 times they def got better for the last two songs and this didnt changs a thing about the show it was still amazing but if I was (Aerosmith) I would be slightly embarrassed about how I sounded I mean they are self proclaimed kings in this city and to sound how they did for a show of this magnitude and what this show meant I just wouldn't be satisfied . With that said this show was still unbelievable and I would do it all over again . Thanks everyone who came and played it was a great show

This was a great concert, great benefit,great players !!!!!!!!!!! Unforgettable

An unbelievable night! Best concert and experience ever! Donnie Wahlberg is the man and has so much to be proud of. All of those artists and workers who gave their time are what Boston Strong is all about. The crown was amazing! SO DISAPPOINTED though that this was not televised-what a shame! How much money could they have raised! A true explanation needs to be found. The tornado show was put on much quicker and was on TV here in Boston, that's pitiful! We as a community all suffered and everyone should have been able to see Donnie's gem and everyone should have been able to contribute! Shame on whoever didnt make it happen. #Greatday for boston but also #what a shame!

Great evening with so many different and great entertainers. loved the genre's being so varied and mixed. comedians were all funny and spaced well in the show

This event was packed with amazing people... Fans and Artists alike... The night was emotional and memorable... It was a great time for a very worthy cause... To everyone that was effected by the events that lead to this benefit... Stay strong... BOSTON STRONG!!!

This was a Super Amazing night. From the superior help with my boyfriend's wheelchair to the non-stop star- studded acts that performed from 7 pm to 1 pm,the victims and all of us supporters were over joyed ! The compassion Mark Walberg showed to the victims was so genuine. I wish this event would have never ended!

I hought the event was put together well, there was very little dwon time between them, people were nice from the ushers scanning your credit cards to the vendors selling you hot dogs. The acts were well prepared and although a few I was not familiar wiith, they were still enjoyable.

Loved the variety of performances, and appreciated the enthusiasm of the audience. Especially liked the closing two songs--Come Together and Dirty Water performed by Aerosmith, J Geils, New Kids, etc. Only downside for me was the performance by comedian Lenny Clark, whose humor I found often offensive, and racially insensitive.

Terrific night of diverse performances. Almost everyone absolutely rocked.

This may have been one of the most memorable nights of my life. The production was seamless and the smooth and often clever transitions from act to act was outstanding. The comics weren't my favorite, but the music was amazing. The pride and solidarity of the Boston community was evident and it was wonderful to be able to show our support for those injured in the attacks and cheer their strength and recoveries. There was something for every music taste, James Taylor, New Kids on the Block, Aerosmith, Jimmy Buffet - an eclectic mix that gave fans a chance to sing, dance and have a great evening. Five hours I'll never forget. Boston Strong!

This was truly a special and probably historic event. Kudos to all the artists who responded in a way that Boston should never forget. Heartfelt throughout, the artists absolutely gave one of the best, if not the best concert ever. Never thought I'd enjoy the likes of NKOTB and their surprise guests!!! Fabulous. Would love to see another concert of this type! Unforgettable.

It was by far the best concert EVA. Non stop music and dancing all night.

Amazing night celebrating Boston, strength, and character!

A memorable concert where ALL the artists poured their hearts and souls out to the audience.

This was an event that you say... Wow, I was there for this one. Surprised how great Boston sounded and that I enjoyed New Kids on the Block. Order of performers is the only thing I would have changed. Dane Cook sucked.

From the second Boston stood on stage to the unbelievable Aerosmith finali this was such a emotional and musical high. Every single group and singer reached down deep to connect the audience with the events purpose and with their beautiful music. Went with 4 girlfriends and still can't stop talking about it. I'll never see anything like it again.

Truly honored to be a guest at this event. Fantastic show and such an emotional and unforgettable night. The energy in the room was palpable and the love for the great city of Boston was STONG!

BEST CONCERT EVER!!!! I wish it didn't take a tragedy to put a concert like this together but the show was amazing.

The whole show was fantastic!! All of the artists donated their time and talents to this really important undertaking.

This concert was spectacular. We were impressed from beginning to end.

Such a great show!! NKOTB and Drop Kick's were by far the biggest hit....crowd went wild!!

Concert was unbelievable, awsome, incredible and beyond great! What a wonderful, beautiful evening.

Best show I have ever been to. Everythingabout the night was amazing

Great showing by a whole lotta locals and some others supporting them. Thanks for the unforgettable night

The most amazing concert I have ever attended! Excellent line up, energy and talent.

Loved the show, especially Boston, Carole King, James Taylor, Jimmy Buffett, J Geils, Lenny Clark, Steve Sweeney and Wright, NKOTB with surprise by Bell Biv Diveau and BtoM. Couldve done without Dane Clark, he made himself very unpopular by not letting his act stream - dont include him again. I only wish it had been televised, because I think more money wouldve been raised. Not sure why that was not able to occur...but I am SO glad I went- great event.

The Boston Strong concert was a well organized effort to support victims of the marathon bombings. With mostly acts from Boston both musical and comedic there was never a lull nor was there never a focus of why the event was held. Dane Cook was a low point for me. I don't find him particularly funny and appreciated the presence of Lenny Clarke and Steve Sweeney much more. I thought the best feaure of the event was the ticketless system. I think more events should be produced that way to avoid scalping.

Incredible feeling of joy and sorrow. Very passionate, very funny and awesome talent!

Words can't describe what a FANTASTIC show this was! The spirit was the most evident thing.....all volunteered their services including the Garden, Ticketmaster, crews and stars! What a credit to humanity! And the music was glorious! We were a moment in history with this special concert!!! TANK YOU ALL!

The show was great!!! From start to finish everyone was phenomenal!!!

The most memorable moments of my life bad move though on Dane cook , I'll boo him forever he should of stayed home crossing his name out on my shirt with a sharpy. Donny you did a great job.

unbelievable...versatility with comedians and music ....great combo of old/new..

This concert was the most amazing show I have ever seen and possibly will ever see. So many amazing bands that I have always wanted to see live came together to support the victims of the Marathon bombings and the feeling in the Garden was one of solidarity and strength. I loved every second of it. I wish that they could do it all over again because everyone should get to see something like this.

Amazing- It was a show of a life time! It was worth every penny..

Awesome concert. Everyone was sooo good. Wish there were more female acts though. Carole King was amazing.

The Boston Strong concert was beyond strong. This was an unforgettable mix of music that you will never get to see on the same stage at the same time. Every artist was passionate for the victims, first responders, and Boston. I go to a lot of shows and this will be one that sticks out in my mind forever. Every artist/group put on an outstanding performance and if you weren't a fan of the group before you were after thier performance. It was the "best of" each performer all packed into one ultimate variety show. One of the artists said, "we should do this every year".

This was a show put together by Don Law and the magnitude and range of artists was nothing short of magnificent. I was pleased the tickets could only be obtained at the entrance of the event with the credit card used at the time of purchase. TD Garden ticket-takers id all those using a credit card and this avoided any scalping......bravo!!! The show itself flowed from one artists to the next with great efficiency. Anyone there will tell you that the show was great and given the circumstances surrounding the reason for the event, all those involved in the planning, execution and performances should be praised for their time and efforts. Thank You for selflessly helping others.

Started on time, constrast entertainment. Gave us more than advertised. Wonderful cause and amazingly organized.

I had seen many of the performers before but when coming together for a worthy cause made them all exceptionally GREAT! I was worth eveny cent (and them some) I paid and I'd do it again!!

Never going to forget this show - hands down the BEST I've ever seen. Just wish it was a "tour" that would come back again some day.. oh well, once in a lifetime experience.

The event was run very very well. There was almost no downtime between sets. The crowd was awesome. Security was very professional. Sound was great and it was exiting to here such a diversified group or bands a d. Immediately s. great time will remember this show for a long time.

Donnie put together a great show with mostly Boston Bands. Bands played 3 or 4 of their top hits. Finale was outstanding. Hope to see it on DVD.

This show was absolutely amazing. It was brilliantly organized and a great tribute to all those affected by the Marathon bombings.

Having an opportunity to attend a show that has the amazing line up with Jim B, Carol K, Steve and gang, Peter and Joe Mc. Crazy fun, Boston bands have big hearts.

This has to be the best show I've ever seen. My seats were amazing and I especially loved the purchase options. All shows should be sold like this so that ticket companies and scalpers cannot buy tickets. Two thumbs up to TD Garden, it was super organized!

Loved everything about this concert - the energy of the crowd was unforgettable, and the artists were spectacular. How often do you see James Taylor and Jimmy Buffett sing a duet after Carole King and James Taylor finish their duet, and later see Steven Tyler and Jimmy Buffett sharing a mic!

The bands of my day were definitely in great form. Exactly as I remember. The event admission and seating etc was extremely well organized. All my energy was focused on enjoying the show. The one negative I have is that the lineup did not flow well. Show lost momentum. Great cause though!!!

We had a great time .Everything moved along without delays.Having the turntable for the stage made the turnaround time pass quickly.The comedians had us laughing non stop.I can't really say I had a favorite act because all of them were so good.It was just a truly an enjoyable night.Thanks.

Boston Strong served us a potpourri of amazing talent, emotional heart tugging, laughter, and a deep sense of Boston family. All performers on their game and beyond-they performed, played, spoke to us, to the victims. A wonderful House Party full of love & incredible talent.

Concert was fabulous, except ran long and had to leave just after Aerosmith went on due to the T schedule. Last train to south shore leaves Downtown Crossing at 12:30a. Had to leave North Station at 12a to make sure u made the connection. Aerosmith went on at 11:50p. Isn't there a way to have the T run later when u have these large scale events that u know won't stay on schedule? Also the event should have been televised at least in NE missed out on a lot of donations.

Glad the Band Boston opened the Concert....Missed Brad though.....Great experience....Had to leave before Aerosmith and Finale to catch a commuter train.....Would have been nice if Commuter rail could have let us know before hand they were going to hold the trains...could not reenter...bummer.......But glad I was there and a part of the benefit.....God Bless Music and the people who make it happen!

It was the most unforgettable, unbelievable shows I have ever seen! It was a once in a lifetime opportunity and I am so fortunate that I was able to experience it.

when boston kicked it off i was blown away, the lead singer they got now was fantastic, brad delp would be proud. lenny clarke was so funny talking about being locked up in your houses for 16 hours and then the perpetrator was found in less than 10 minutes when the governor lifted the ban for people to come out of there houses. was so funny. i do think steven wright could have been up there a little longer, and having everyone come out on stage at the end was a fascinating thing to see all those talents on one stage was mind blowing.

What an unbelievable night! I want to thank each and every person who had a hand in putting on this unforgettable event!

Incredible, powerful show! They should have passed out tissues for the opening act. A female victim who had her 2 saviors at her side. Tickets were incredibly difficult to get, but I was able to get my 2 tickets. I am SO GLAD I was able to partake in this event. Great musicians who donated their time to such a worthy cause. Bless them all. I loved that the New kids on the block gave their Bruins shirts to the victims in the front row. Boston, J. Geils Band, Drop Kick Murphy's, JT and Carole King.. Aerosmith, the comedians, Patriots.... everyone who participated! FANTASTIC! every moment of it!!!! Bless the Victims.... we are Boston Strong!!!!

All bands were amazing!!! They all pulled together for a great cause!!

Greatest concert I ever saw (and I have seen a lot). Boston opened up with an amazing set. Carole King rocked the house. Boston, Aerosmith, J. Geils, Jimmy Buffett, NKOTB, Dropkick Murphy's, Carol King, etc.

Show was amazing. Exactly what I was hoping it would be

Boston to open the show was rockin! Never really been a country fan but Jason Aldean was surprisingly great. James Taylor and Jimmy Buffet rounded out the show nicely and Aerosmith to end was a treat.

Every Act sounded great. I was happy to be apart of such a Great cause. Boston will always be the best city in the world. We are like Family. We are rude to each other and fight amongst ourselves a lot But If some outsider comes in and tries to mess with anyone of us we band together and fight as one.

My first concert was in 1978. Boston at the old Boston Garden. It was like I was 16 y.o. all over again. Remembered every word to every song. Same with J. Geils. Same with Aerosmith. Seeing them live brought back those days. They sounded just as strong, if not stronger (and sober!!) Never really was a NKOTB fan, as I was almost in my 30's when they started. However, I'm now a fan! Great job. True Parrotthead here, so I was a bit disappointed Jimmy Buffett only did 3 songs. However, it wasn't HIS show, so it made sense. James Taylor and Carole King were ok. I think they should have gone on earlier in the night. The crowd was pumped up, and they dropped the mood a bit. Love country, so Jason Aldean rocked it also. I could have done without Lenny Clarke, Steve Sweeney, and of course Dane Cooke. Each were tasteless in their own sense - there's no way Law Enforcement should have been the brunt of any jokes on this night. THEY were the reason we were kept as safe as we could have been. They were not necessary to make the event successful. There was something for everyone at the show. Although the reason for the show should never have happened, it was fantastic that something like this could be done. It should have been televised. It would have raised so much money for the OneFund. Poor decision on that end.

Boston Strong was nothing more than the best concert I have ever been to. The music acts and comedians were fabulous. Just such a great mix of different styles that you just would never get anywhere. God Bless all the acts who performed and made Boston Strong The Best Show Ever!

Words cannot adequately express how good this concert was! This was a once in a lifetime concert that was for a great cause, I would like to thank everyone involved with putting this show on for your time and effort to help others in need. Thank You!

Had a great time!!! Was definitely worth every penny. Very moving moments. A lot of great performers and surprise guests.

This concert was so old school, it was great! As a Boston native, the connection we feel with one of our own is strong. We connect to musicians, entertainers, sports players - that is why the performers worked together to get the night together and why they all seemed to have such a great time ... but it's because everyone that was there wanted to be there, to be there for all Bostonians! The finale was a once in a lifetime moment. For a concert to last over 5 hours ... amazing! My thoughts will always be with the victims and their families and those, like myself who were so close to the finish line, strength and positive energy.

Excellent concert. Wonderful, yet emotional performances. Would buy VIP if I were to do it again.

This concert was amazing! I wish that the Garden would always have entry be with credit card and ID. I'm sure it made it much easier to get tickets without scalpers being able to buy the majority of them. The only issue with this concert was that James Taylor and Carole King should have been told they had a time limit instead of thinking it was "their" concert and playing way too long. This caused us to have to leave a bit early as I wasn't sure (and no one at the Garden was sure) if the time of the last train leaving had been extended.

Hopefuly there will no longer be a need for any type of benefit concet, theres has been enough death and destruction in America lately. That said, this concert was outstanding. All Boston based bands played, played well and really brought the crowd and the city together to heal. I could have done with less boy band and more rock, but the New Kids showed heart and emotion. Dane Cook, needs to be left off of any stage, while a Boston boy, he brought nothing to the stage and I guess nothing to the folks at home with his demands that his set not be streamed...no big loss. This is the first concert where everyone knew all or most of the songs, sang their hearts out and only sat for Cook's performance. A magical night.

Matty opened up the show and I just had goose bumps. He described how Boston has so much LOVE and we are family. It's amazing and makes me so happy to come from such a beautiful place! The show was absolutely AMAZING!! Music from every generation. NKOTB had everyone on there feet! AWESOME job BOSTON!! Another plus was having the ticketless event, no scalpers. Kept ticket prices down. There is no other way could I have ever seen Aerosmith or Boston. What an amazing event. Thank you.

Great show by the musicians. New Kids On The Block were the best because they were so personable and there for the victims. Dane Cook and Steve Wright could have been dropped .

I thought the concert was beyond my expectations. I laughed, I sang and I cried...Everyone who put their hardwork into the concert should get a well deserved standing ovation.

All of the bands and comics were amazing. I would give this event 10 stars if that option was available.

This was an unforgettable night. So many great acts and so much love and support for the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings.

Where else can you see top name acts and give to an incredible cause! The only downfall was that it was only 5 1/2 hours long! It would have been great if even more acts were there and played for longer than the approximately 25 to 30 minutes each! Great time. Great show. Great cause.

Awesome show. Loved showing support. A big THANKS to Ticketmaster for releasing blocks of tickets at different times to enable those not able to log in on 1st day of ticket sales.

to much talking,not enough rock,was a snooze fest for alot of show

Only con...............James Taylor and Carole King should have done one song EACH, and only one song together. Their act seemed to drag on and and as you know, everyone was waiting to "Dream on"...................