Steel Pulse

Both Jah Works and Steel Pulse were phenomenal! They both put on a great show!

Great venue! I enjoyed the lounge where they had a band performing prior to the concert. Show was great ! Acoustics were very good.

The music was on point all night long. I was dancing and having such a great time. Two of the best reggae bands, couldn't ask for more. I had so much fun!

My experience at this show was very disappointing. 2 of Steel Pulses members were unable to fly from Europe and while that was purely bad luck a reggae band without their bass player and one of 2 backup singers, especially a band like this who's signature sound revolves around vocals and drum and bass, just isn't representative of the music the group is known for. I think this show should have been re-scheduled. The other issue for me was the very poor sound quality. Even though the volume was intense the main vocal was buried in the mix and there was never a time that I could make out any of the lyrics. All in all my whole experience was not pleasant.

The concert was very good. One of the two original members was unable to make it because he was stuck in England. But they did a very good job without him. The warm up group played to long. Would recommend them to everyone.

The production was very un-professional...from the opener to the actual performance of Steel Pulse..the opener lingered for over 1-1/2 hours which was a Really bad performance..if one can even call it that. ..Steel Pulse did ot begin thier performance untilo well after 10 PM, and was done by minutes after 11, with poor sound quality throughtout. I was very dissapointed...to say the least.

They played all of their old favorites! Opened with Rally Round, and Rollerskates! The crowd singing along drowned out David Hinds vocals, but...that's to be expected when fans are out in numbers...singing along. Energized show...really enjoyed it.

All i have to say, the music was crisp, the people were nice, wish we had a bigger venue, but what an awesome concert!

I love that band.... the venue is good but very hot. The sound was terrific and the music and vibes great but it was a very short performance.

Awesome ! WICKED! I love Steel Pulse. They sound great and what a great show! small venue, intimate and perfect!

Overall the concert was great! Music was amazing. Only problem I had was how they controlled the bottom. Way too many people!

I have been a fan for the last 25 years and I was blown away by how great the band still sounds. David Hinds voice has not changed

They rocked out! Great venue and great performance. Revolution just needed to fix the lead mic it was kinda low and muffled.

The venue has great light and sound systems. It was their best show ive ever seen !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! They best come back again ! 4th Dimension , the local opening act was also great, seem them around town , totally worth checking out , great vibes.

I have seen steel pulse about 15 times ,I heard my fisrt reggae song in 1977 it was Bob Marley and the Wailers doing Jammin. I was hooked from then on I am now 63 years old and still loving my reggae more than ever. when I first heard EARTH CRISIS Steel pulse became the most traveled reggae group, at least once or twice a year I could see them. The most memorable time was when they were invited to the White house for the inaugural dinner and Bill Clinton jamming whith them.

I thought the show was amazing....they came out and were alive the whole time. They didnt stop once, and they sounded really good! This was my first time seeing them and I would most def see them again. They are awesome live...worth the money!

The music was amazing and the energy was positive. It is rather crowded and smokey, but the show was worth it.

Steel Pulse was AMAZING. Opening band was not the best, or what we expected. The wait was a bit longer than I would have liked but was all worth it when they got on stage!

I could see these guys again and again. Awesome show with fortune youth and the wailers!

The Wailers were wonderful and Steel Pulse kept the place dancing. This was the complete reggae show. The Fortunate Youth were enthusiastic with traditional music. The Wailers were the BOMB. If they had been playing on Sunday, I would have bought tickets to the next night.

What a great show! All 3 bands did not disappoint, would highly recommend!

Had an awesome time Saturday night. Everyone was dancing

Has wonderful time with friends & the concert !! Steel Pulse was great!!!

I came all the way from Colorado to see these geniuses play. They were amazing but the venue was so small tht I couldn't see the majority of the members. That upset me, if I knew how small the venue was I would I hve gotten there earlier. Besides, Steel Pulse requires a bigger venue, you need to dance to their music!!!

High energy show Great Venue Great sound Good people

The show was absolutely amazing, would definitely go again next time they come to town. The only negative thing I can say is that there was too many people, like they sold out too many tickets, culture room was too small and I felt claustrophobic.

Absolutely fantastic show. They had the crowd rocking the entire night. I will definitely be seeing steel pulse whenever they come back to my city! If you have the opportunity to see them live, please do! You won't regret it!

I been dying to see them ,One of my favorite groups and I can't wait to see again!

it was iriiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiieeeeeeee

Steel pulse has maintained their original sound after all these years. People at this venue are friendly and it's an intimate cool concert joint, overall with good parking and a nice lounge area.

I love how most Reggae acts last about 1/2 as long as a typical show, but the music is so good, I wouldn't miss it. Steel Pulse sounds as good as they did when I saw them back in the early 90s. Studio quality sound. I wish they hit Philly more often. A good opener would have made this night 5 star.

1 word...FANTASTIC! After 40 years of making music Steel Pulse have not missed a beat.

Steel Pulse performed hits from 70s up through 2015. Would have liked to hear and see Ku Klux Klan and Put Your Hoodies On which weren't done. Otherwise great choice for setlist.

I don't know why they aren't in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, yet. Marley is there. The two opening bands were enjoyable, but the main attraction was well above what I had anticipated. Just such a great pick-me-up performance, yet prompted me to more soul searching about what I really want to do with my life. Yes, it's a bit of an atrocity to see young white folks inhaling through vaporizers, drinking and bounching up and down to some of the protest songs because if they really understood the music they'd understand it was a conveyance of messages about what is wrong in the world today (as well as 40 years ago). Music with meaning.

I only give 1 star for Steel Pulse but 5 for The Wailers! We have seen SP many many times this had to be the most disappointing show we have ever been too. I wish that the Wailers would have come out again to redeem the night!

Tribal Seeds and the Wailers is a must see if you love reggae. They sound amazing and they are very old fashioned like unlike the modern reggae you hear nowadays which I love. They sound even better live and you can all tell they love what they do which makes the experience even more awesome and authentic. One negative thing was that we were late because it took a couple hours to find parking because the fair was so busy.

We usually love to see Steel Pulse but not sure we'd see them again. They seemed to be playing all new or unknown songs. I'd say maybe 3 songs had people up & dancing. Not sure how they just kept playing when people were either sitting or leaving. VERY disappointing.

I have seen Steel Pulse numerous times and it is amazing each time! This time I was privledged to meet the original members of the band and get pictures and autographs of both David and Selwyn.

This was an Epic Show for all I recommend it highly.

OC Sherrifs should not be present inside of the concert event. I can understand having the OC Sherrifs outside on standby, but not inside while the concert is session.

my third time going to see this amazing grup, and they are getting better and better

I really enjoyed Steel Pulse. My first time really listening to their music and I really enjoyed myself. The Wailers were pretty good also sang a lot of songs I actually knew.

The concert was absolutely amazing! They jammed and put on an unforgettable show. As expected, there was lots of marijuana in the air. Overall we enjoyed every song and the entire concert. We hope to see them again next year.

Steel Pulse was great! We really enjoyed their set. We danced for the whole concert and everyone there was happy and dancing.

The Wailers were so fantastic! Steel Pulse was awesome! I couldn't sit down the whole time! Movin', groovin', making friends. I had an absolutely amazing evening in this outdoor venue. Good times!

the concert was actually the best so far I love reggae me and my husband partied hard .

What a great concert both the Wailers and Steel Pulse were incredible,

Blessing & Iration. Great Show! Whole Show!.. Selah..

Steel Pulse are geniuses...bottom line. I am and will always be a fan and a supporter for life. Can't wait to see them again.

My wife and I had an amazing evening that we will never forget. Steel Pulse was excellent and they sounded great. We will be back the next time they're in town....

Seriously, if you are reading these reviews to make a decision weather to see these guys or not.don't walk, run to get tickets. The sound was perfect, band was very interactive with the audience and they were very generous with playing all of their smash hits. True showmanship at its best.

Great show. Highly recommend to any one that loves great reggae!

I try to see these guys as often as I can (ever since my first show in the early '80s). I'm glad I didn't miss them at the Canyon club because it was better than Doheyne Days. It felt like they were playing for their home town at the Canyon. All their hits were played in their entirety (I never was a fan of the greatest hits tribute amalgamation songs with bits and pieces teased together). "Stepping Out" is a favorite of mine and they didn't let me down with this version. I still think the version they did in'89 was the best when the entire band slowed the beat down to nothing and slowly picked it back up... every one went crazy including me!! The Sax player killed it, but can we ever expect to get a big horn section again?

Opening Band Natures Child was amazing! Steel Pulse was also amazing! I hope Virginia Beach brings back both of the bands next Year! The 5th street stage sounded amazing!! Best Concert Sound and Performance wise I've ever seen at 5th Street stage! Hope Steel Pulse comes back next year!

This was the fourth time I have seen SOJA and it was probably the best they have sounded. They are one of my favorite band and every time I see them live I like them more.

These bands were both AMAZING!!! Great show, excellent sound...did a great variety of songs past to present...full of energy and very respectful to the fans. Best show I've ever been to in any genre. After playing they all came out and interacted with the fans...

Steel Pulse never disappoints, I have seen them maybe 12 times and they always put on one of the best shows I have ever been too. There is no better joy on Earth than to see such beautiful talent perform live and Steel Pulse is that for me! They make the world a better place!!! "CAN"T TOUCH RASTA".....one LOVE. Thank you for doing what you do...

I've been a Steel Pulse fan for many years but I took 2 people with me who had never heard of them and they had the time of their lives at the show. This is the second time I've seen them in concert and it was awesome. Everyone was dancing and having such a great time. I will never miss another Steel Pulse show so long as I can help it. Those guys are great.

Again Steel Pulse and The Wailers deliver a concert in top form. They performed them famous unforgetable melodys that still have me chanting. Big up and mad respect!! One Love...

Best concert I have ever been to, one of my favorite bands. I had a great time.

Open sesame, here comes Rasta man Abracadabra me seh, catch me if you can..... This is the second time I have seen SP live and this show was full of energy. Philly was groovin. I love this band and hope to see them again soon...

Steel Pulse has been my favorite reggae band since I discovered them in 1985. I go to their concerts at least once a year and they still sound as amazing as they did 24 years ago.

Wow...what a show. Steel Pulse does it again...I have seen them more than 10 times and each time they put on a great show. House of Blues is a great venue...small and intimate with great views from every angle.

Wha gwan brothers and sisters! These guys still kick out the Jams! I always enjoy the sweet melodies coming out of them. If you enjoy Reggae or want to try a show, these guys are one of the best sounding acts you could take in. They played up a string of oldies for the fan packed crowd, alot of the True Democracy album one of my favorites. I would stop singing and dancing on occaission just to listen to the crowd singing along with most all of the Steel Pulse set. The crowd was thoroughly into the bright and punchy sounds coming from the band.

Awesome...super fun time! danced all night to the reggae sound

Would love to see them again in the near future! Great energy, sounds just like the album after all these years! Wonderful show!!

The show started 2 hours late! The show was just ok, they didn't perform couple of their more popular songs. I've seen them before and this show was mediocre

An awesome concert and a wonderful crowd of fans, excellent vendors and cool OC sheriff Deps.

The venue and the event coordinators were awesome. Music was super good and super chill. It was a very fun and satisfying show. Thank you so much !

So much fun- always a good time at the Pacific Amphitheater!

Was so excited to see these groups only to listen to what sounded like muffled lyrics.The sound crew never adjusted the mic for lead singer of Common zKings and was really disappointed.

An amazing show all around. The vibe was fun and Music was fantastic!

The Wailers were soooo much better, I would see them again

Will definitely see them again . The Wailers were also amazing. Had a great night!

I was excited for this concert the venue is awesome, the weather was great and so was the music. The only are for improvement was that the music muted out the Steel Pulse and The Wailer singers so we could not hear them as well as we would have liked.

My husband and I had a great time. Fortunate Youth was awesome, It was our first time hearing about this band but they were great. What can I say about The Wailers.....They were exceptional. Steel Pulse stole the show. Couldn't have asked for a better evening. It was magical.

Always a blast at this great venue.... Love it every time....

The show ended way to early before 10:30 Never been to a concert that ended that early

Steel Pulse YES! I always see steel pulse when I see them playing, always full of positive energy and always setting the iris vibes mood among the people. 40 years this band has been together and I have enjoyed every last second. MUST SEE!

The band was awesome! This was my second time seeing them and will do it again and again if the chance.

Ageless reggae band performed as expected. Rocked the OC fair w/ irie and tight rastafari grooves.

Second time seeing steel pulse at the pacific amphitheater and somehow this group of living legends continues to get better and better. Happy 40th guys you are amazing!

I love these guys! I come out to see them every year at the OC Fair and every year they put out a great show! I love the vibe and the music is fantastic!!

Best show I've seen of theirs! Would definitely like to see them again at Pacific Amphitheatre.

Both Steel Pulse and the Wailers took the stadium that night. I went to B52's and English Beat night before and that show didnt hold a candle to this one

There is only one problem with this show - it comes to an end! Everything was so great (sound, arrangements, set list, etc...) that I was kind of hoping it would just go onandonandon! No such luck. Go go go and bring your friends!

Wicked vibes. Great venue and great show. Highly recommended

Steel Pulse show was amazing, and should have received much more attention by its audience than it did. I am not talking about the thousand plus avid fans who congregated in the dance pit at BBKings to dance and rejoice in Steel Pulse classic reggae syncopated drum and base lines, and lead singer David Hinds' pitch-perfect voice. They all had a good time with 3 or 4 (I stopped counting) encores. What totally pissed me off were the crowd seated (or so they should have) at the BBKing's higher level tables (reserved for dining and drinking, not just drinking at the bar). These people came for reasons unknown to me. Who cares about your internet search for a sushi restaurant, Mr. Loud at the next table, while David Hinds graced us with a solo acoustic guitar version of Bob Marley's JAH Live? Why the constant jumping up from the table in front of me to greet your friends and thus not being aware you are blocking my view? The audiences have changed. Where as I am used to go to Reggae concerts for the music, to listen, dance and participate in the cultural exchange of Jamaica, Reggae, Roots and Culture, nowadays I see more and more Spring Breakers coming to Reggae shows to be entertained by themselves and their friends, to get drunk and become unruly and loud and disrespectful of others, who paid equal money to listen to the music and not to listen to themselves.

Nice tight smooth drivin riddims. Positivity, joy 4 all.

We used to watch Steel Pulse back in the day. They come from the same home town as I do. Pity it was nowhere near as lively as back then. No passion. Just coming out and playing through their greatest hits without any enthusiasm. People will always show up for a named reggae band, but only once. We left half way through.

Great! Glorious!! Respect! Better and Better than ever!!

Amazing awesome show. Standing room only, one hit after another. The place was rockin. Would have been the show of the year, but after a big set finale, they came back with some subdued newer tunes and kind of lost the crowd.

The show was amazing. One of the best I've been in my life. The Venue was also pretty nice. I definitely recommend it.

How can they get better and better as the years go on? I don't know, but they do! Such energy and the sound is just fantastic. All of the favorite songs-everything you hope for and expect and more! Great energy from them and the audience was just loving it. I can't say enough!

Excellent concert played a lot of their old tunes mixed in with excellent new ones...cant wait to catch them again... cheers

The night was filled with more than just the rockin' tunes. There was love and that 'ol sweet smell, everywhere!

I took my nieces and daugther to a reggae concert for the first time. They are iration fans. We enjoyed the atmosphere and awesome show that both bands put on. I would love to see another concert at this location. Most reggae concerts I attend are not seated so it was a little different.

First time going to The Pacific Amphitheatre and it was a great first time experience. Beer was cold, food was delicious, and more importantly no DRAMA! The people were friendly and the workers were very helpful. Overall a great show, great venue and great performances.

Iration was very good. Good stage presence. Steel Pulse was professional.

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