Glen Hansard

Amazing. At the end of the show he jumped off stage and ran to the back of he room, into the lobby and started playing a song acoustically. My life was made. Amazing and so personable. He just commands the audience. It's fantastic.

Amazing and well-run show, starting on time with the wonderful Aoife O'Donavan opening on vocals and guitar, accompanied by Glen's pianist, a beautiful 40 minute set. Glen took the stage with his nine piece band, including three horns, piano, bass, guitar, drums, cello, violin and himself on guitar, mandolin and piano. He opened at 9 PM with a touching acapella solo vocal before being joined by his band, configured in various sets and subsets, and sometimes dismissed for Glen's solo songs, and played until 11:30 PM, with nary a break before the encore, on which Aoife, and even the crew joined him on stage to sing a verse of the "The Auld Triangle", again, acapella,in Irish Pub singalong style with the audience, and this encore was followed by several more songs to close the show. It was so fun!

What a treat to see Glen and his group play his music live. Hansard's music is truly poetic and rich with meaning that we all can relate to. The performance was as good as the CDs, but with the added live energy. The drums just a tad low in the mix, but present. Glen must have broken a dozen strings over the course of the night - but, didn't miss a vocal word or beat (his tech, Nick, earned his keep this night!). The Taft is a great venue (though seating in the old hall is a bit cramped). Many surprise guests as well. Glen definitely knows how to play to an audience, bringing in Cincinnati-centric touches that appealed to the crowd. A great show!

The Glen Hansard/Lisa Hannigan concert on Friday, June 29th, was truly incredible. Glen was, as usual, earthy, soulful and just downright great. It's hard to convey in words what a Glen Hansard concert is like unless you've been. To anyone who has not experienced it, you must go see him next time around! I've been to Glen's shows many times, but this concert was my favorite. It was a real treat to see Lisa Hannigan for the first time. Her voice is almost other worldly. It was a great night filled with amazing music at the Beacon Theater last Friday.

Glen Hansard clearly enjoys what he does, including playing music with other musicians, and shared it in a meandering, wonderful show that he seemed perfectly happy to continue all night!

A great show, again. Each Hansard show is it's own animal, but they are all punctuated by some stories (my favorite part) and emotional extremes. He eared a standing ovation at this one. As usual his cover of "Astral Weeks" is crazed, intense, and amazing to watch. The band with him is clearly talented and is moved as much by music. He makes you laugh and cry and rock out along with him, and as cheesy as that sounds, his shows are truly audience enveloping. His albums don't do his live performances justice because his interplay with the audience and his passion enrich his music and make his shows an experience. This was his best, and I've seen him several times before.

He is just unbelievable! I will see him every time he comes to NYC!

Wanted to listen to him forever! It was excellent.

It was an incredible show. Glen Hansard seems to enjoy the interaction with his audience, and will respond to it very well. Have never been to a show where the Encore was almost as long as the show itself. His voice range is superb, and the sound quality was extremely accurate to the albums. We were blown away by the whole experience. We are looking forward to find out if there will be a double CD of this memorable performance. And definitely buying it! Also both acts were right on time (8pm sharp and 9pm sharp!), and we have a lot of respect for that. Didn't know pictures could be taken. Would love to have brought the camera so that a photo or two could have been uploaded... Next time for sure!

Glen performs for his fans and his love of music. He is one of the best live acts out there. His encores go for an hour and he doesn't care about fines for going past the noise curfew.

Amazing Levon tribute! Amazing to have The Frames show up....one of my top 3 shows this year and I see live music weekly.

It was an amazing, intimate, energetic and heart felt performance

Glen & his expanded new band blew my socks off. It was a great mix of old & new songs. Did not expect him to play "Revelate." Just wish the crowd had stood during it.

Glen was amazing and had the Frames and some other notable guests, but best of all was Lisa Hannigan and her band (the opening act). Knew her incredible voice from her previous work with Damien Rice, but she is also a great songwriter and has a wonderful little band.

Upon arriving to the Beacon Theater, I noticed that there was someone playing in the LOBBY! To my surprise, Glen had decided to grab some of his bandmates and busk in the lobby before the show! Fans were blown away by his passion and dedication. You can really tell this man loves what he does. After a few songs, he went backstage to prepare for the show. Lisa Hannigan (who formerly toured with Damien Rice) was a great opener and after her set, Glen played for close to two hours. Upon ending his encore, he walked his whole band through the crowd, through the lobby, and then out the doors of the Beacon to start an impromptu parade on the streets outside! Truly incredible moment.

Amazing amazing amazing amazing!! Glen and Lisa were incredible / one of the best shows ive ever been to

Glen Hansard's show was amazing. His ability to connect his songs to the individual's emotion is astounding and his delivery playing live is like noone else. I would recommend this show to everyone!

Well not a total surprise but Glen's show was brilliant. His dimeanor was precious and kept me smiling and sometimes welling up inside with the passion he evoked. Read a recent review of his show by a newspaper and they called him "quiet force"...PERFECT. LOVED LOVED LOVED THE SHOW. He was a breath of fresh air with his performance style.

Something about Glen on stage is absolutely mesmerizing. His passion for music is evident on stage through his stories, his playing, and the vibe that radiates through the theatre. He's not to be missed live.

The love of music was so evident. The whole evening was amazing. It felt like a party. Everyone was in top form. The opening act Lisa Hannigan could have been the main act. She was great. But I wouldn't have wanted to miss Glen Hansard. Where does he get his energy.

Glen Hansard is an incredible performer! He tells a story with each song and takes you along for the ride. The show was near perfect -- tunes from his new album, Swell Season, Once, The Frames, some Van Morrison, and even an Irish aire. Great, great night!

Such a great show. He's at the top of his career and was so happy to play The Beacon. He and the band were just amazing. They just wouldn't end. Seeing them all in their element, playing so passionately, giving all they had, it was inspiring. I left knowing I had just seen something great. He is a must see!

Having now seen Glen Hansard perform as on opening act for Damien Rice, headlining as one half of the Swell Season and now as a solo artist, I can say that his love of performing has only grown with time and he gives just as much now as he did before all the international acclaim and Oscars. It was a truly magical night and I'm so happy I was able to be a part of it.

I've seen Glen play many times and this gig was on another level. Incredible.

Best show ever! 3-1/2 hours and Glen Hansard was fantastic! HIs band was great. His guest, Lisa, was great. He sang his heart and soul out and even asked us to sing with him at times and it was moving, beautiful and joyous and a wonderful way to start off my upcoming birthday! Thank you, Beacon. You are a beautiful hall and I will definitely come back.

Couldnt have asked for a better show.. every song was great and the encore finishing in the lobby really topped it off.. Thanks for a great night and an even better experience.

One of the top concerts I have been in my life! Glen Hansard and the entire band were great!

Unbelievable performer and great set list. Just the right amount of Frames, Swell Season, solo work and covers. Can't wait for the next NYC show!

Amazing! Great venue, great musician! Glen Hansard is ridiculously talented!

A fantastic artist, he really connects with his audience!

This was a really great night. The first stop on Glen's North American tour to promote his first solo album, Rhythm and Repose. I knew it would be an excellent evening and certainly was not disppointed. Glen has a way with the audience and it was all smiles all night. Seriously, he's a very talented man, but the Dublin accent alone has American audiences eating out of the palm of his hand. I'm pretty sure he could say anything and people would fall all over themselves. Not that I can blame them. I am guilty of the same. The songs Glen played were a mix of tunes from the new album and also songs from the Swell Season. No Frames songs this time. It was nice to see all the Frames lads with Glen on this tour. There was an excellent Van Morrison cover of Astral Weeks. Glen's guitar playing on this was out of this world! Holy hell. How their were any strings left after that, I'll never know. Also at the line "would you kiss-a my eyes" there was a resounding "YES!" from a female in the balcony which got a great big laugh from Glen and the audience. To watch him play that one song alone was worth the price of admission in my opinion. Special appearance by Javier Mas was also a real treat! I would reccommend Glen, The Frames, Swell Season, whatever incarnation you want to call it. You won't be disappointed.

Another amazing evening spent with Glen Hansard and the boys from the Frames. LOVE LOVE LOVE the energy and passion - straight from the gut - Glen gives at each and every one of his shows.

Been wanting to see Glen Hansard live ever since seeing Once over a decade ago. Figured the musical performance would be fabulous but didn't expect the amazing storytelling. Would see him anytime again.

This was my third time seeing Mr. Hansard. Every show is different and great. No horn section this time, but was still amazing.

Glen Hansard was absolutely amazing in concert. His voice is gorgeous and so powerful. He is charming and funny and so likable. He played for about 2.5 hours which is longer than just about any artist I have ever seen - he really puts on a great show.

I LOVE Glen Hansard. There, I said it. I think he is a brilliant songwriter, a master arranger, and a composer of the utmost skill. His concerts, whether they be a busking trip on the side of a store in Ireland, or in a concert hall in Las Vegas, are filled with comedy, high emotion, and moments of sheer brilliance. This was my fifth time seeing him in the last twenty years. I've seen his shows before his Oscar, and after. I've seen the shows before the Tony, and After. He's great at picking out some high quality, gut wrenching beauty when electing the opening acts. This show wasn't as energetic as shows in the past. I would have given it a full 5 stars- but he's mid tour, and seemed a bit low key from the other events. A five star Hansard has people gasping, women in tears, men with jaws dropped, and even strangers stopping dead in their tracks wondering who this guy is who doesn't need a microphone to get his life spread out on his tunes. I've seen the 5 star Glen at least 3 times- and really can't compare him to anyone else when he hits that apex. What can you say about a guy who just has tones and notes, rhythm and chords as blood and flesh? He's it. The real deal. He IS the music. That's what makes him stand out. He isn't "oh look at me, pretty songwriter who can make young girls swoon". He is "TAKE this life and WEAR it!". That's the kind of show he gives. THAT's the kind of musician he is. THAT is the reason to go see him, even if he is on a low energy show and even if he holds back his strongest tones. Glen does NOT disappoint. See him. See him as soon as you're able.. see him.. because even if you're eyes are cemented shut, his music is going to drill into you as if it were there to save your life. He is THAT good.

This was my 4th time seeing Glen Hansard live and he more than lived up to my expectations. He played both old and new tunes so there was a great variety for everyone. I love how he often tells a short bit going into most of the songs too. If you know Glen's music you have to see him on tour and even if you don't know it well, you will still be entertained by his talent. It's worth every penny and minute you spend with him and his crew. He's got quite a gift.

From start to finish, always an incredible performance. Having Colm open was the icing on the cake.

Glen continues to pour his passion into the live concerts - even if your first time hearing him, you'll certainly leave the venue in love. Whether you love the music genre or not, his passion for his art and his delivery will make you a believer!

This is my 4th time seeing Glenn and this was the smallest venue. As always, he was outstanding. Glenn has a way of captivating an audience no matter how large or small. If you love great music this is a must-see show.

Absolutely amazing. Glen put on a concert that was unforgettable and magical. He captivated me. It was the best concert I have hands down ever seen! I will follow him wherever he plays in MI!

We saw him in Ann Arbor, MI. My wife is a big fan and I went along with her. We both thought it was the best show we've ever attended. Glen Hansard is a great performer. We can't wait to see him again.

Glen Hansard was absolutely phenomenal. I've dreamed of seeing him for years and would pay good money to see him again! He's so personable, and even in the back row it was an awesome experience. I will always have an undying love for Glen. Bottom Line: Glen Hansard can have my babies.

Perfect venue for Glen. This was 4th time seeing him in concert and have never been disappointed ! U of M home football game made things a little crowded, but definitely worth it. Amazing backup crew with him too, all so talented!

Glen commanded the attention of the audience and engaged us throughout the show! His stage presence was warm and entertaining. The quality of the music and set list was top notch. He was accompanied by piano, violin, bass, mandolin, and ukulele. His voice was strong and his guitar playing was over the top!

What a great show. My first time seeing him and it didn't disappoint. He's a fantastic stage presence and a great storyteller. I've also never been at a concert where everyone was paying such close attention. No one around me had their cell phones out during the opening act or during Glen's set. Everyone was quiet and listening to every not and every word. If you are a fan of the singing songwriter stuff, he's perfect for you.

Incredible show, incredible energy. I have seen Glen Hansard perform a number of times, and he never disappoints. He is a talented and passionate performer.

If you have the change to see Glen Hansard in concert, you should absolutely go! From the moment he started the show... he was enthralling to watch. He and the band were spot on with each note of every song. Glen's wit and tenderness shined through as he told stories between songs. A true professional who loves his craft. If you get the chance... GO SEE HIM!!!

Wow! just about says it all. I absolutely loved this show! Glen and his band were fantastic. The 2-1/2 hours went by so fast and I didn't want it to end. Thanks Glen for a phenomenal evening.

Glen performed for 3 hours with no intermission - a very personal performance with anecdotes thrown in between beautiful music. Joe Purdy, the opening act, reminded me of a newer, younger, version of Bob Dylan.

Amazing concert! Encore for 30 minutes. Loved every second.

Hansard and ensemble were absolutely fresh, creative and fabulous. He's an extraordinary talent and seemingly great, down to earth guy. I'd see him anywhere; including the dated Orpheum. No A/C, really expensive food/drinks and uncomfortable seats. Must have been a great venue for silent pictures.

For 2 hours, 45 minutes, Glen had the energy and enthusiasm of a musician half his age. He is simply the best and everyone left

I've seen Glen a number of times and he never disappoints. always a heartfelt show every time. sings with such emotion always!

I've seen Glen in DC, now in Boston. Amazing show all around! His music is powerful and the delivery even more. My only regret is not finding his music sooner.

Great performance from Glen! He sang for like two and a half hours and came back for a long encore, he was cool. About the venue, the Orpheum theatre has no air conditioning,which is ok sometimes but it was very warm. I feel they could have chosen a better venue for the concert. Also, $12 for a beer? Seriously? Not cool. Also, the Orpheum theater could invest in new seats because they are bad. Good concert though.

Went to the show at the Orpheum Theatre in Boston and it was my first time seeing Glen Hansard. What a talent this guy is! He sings with such emotion and the stories he tells in between songs is great! I would highly recommend going to his show!

The storytelling, music, and surprise guests made for a fantastic show!

Hansard was funny, charming, witty, timely in his story telling, and the music was incredible. He was joined on stage during the (long) encore by Jake Clemons, Clarence's son, now of the E Street Band, so that bad it even more special.

It's was an incredible evening. One we'll never forget.

Venue was perfect, opening act and Glen Hansard sounded superb. Concert was transcendent, best show we've seen in ages.

Glen Hansard is always a must see live. A true peformer, he puts on a wonderful show.

This was my second show, Glen has never disappointed. This was the best gig I have ever been. He is fantastic and unforgettable! Can't wait for his next show!

Phenomenal show! His passion is undeniable and makes for an incredible evening. His backing band was equally as good. My wife - the person who first introduced me to Glen and the film Once - got sick the afternoon of the show so I called my father to join me for the concert. He had little-to-no prior knowledge of Glen but walked out a fan. Glen's setlist was great, too. He covered decades of music, mixing in a fantastic cover of Van Morrison's "Astral Weeks" with his own new material and popular stuff from the Once soundtrack. He also covered different genres and tempos that made for an overall great show.

If you want to hear real talent with no help from bombastic theatrics, and sometimes, no help from microphones at all, Glen Hansard is the man! I know I'll never be disappointed when I go to a Glen Hansard concert, even if I don't know half the songs he sings. :) He brings so much energy to his performances, even the newer, mellower songs have a quiet intensity like the first song of the night, a non-mic'd version of "Grace Beneath the Pines". For this performance in Minneapolis, I noticed he didn't drink water once in his 2-hour setlist. (That's pretty amazing!) He just kept going and going and going, never flailing in his energy.

Glen Hansard is in incredible live performer. This was my 3rd time seeing him live and he never disappoints, leaving his heart and soul on the stage every single time.

Glen Hansard is an amazing artist and performer. He always presents amazing shows, but the Disney Concert Hall is so beautiful, it made this a very special night. Love, love, love, love Glen Hansard :-)

My husband and I loved the show. Glen sounded great. His band was awesome as well. Glen gave so much of himself, and at the same time is a very humble man, we loved it, and he and his band performed for a long time. It doesn't get any better!

I wanted to see Glen since "Once" hit the theaters, this was it. It was worth the wait and Glen did not disappoint one bit. He and his bsnd played for 2.5 hrs straight and every song, every story - Glen gave it his all. The show ranks up there with the best shows ever.

Glen Hansard with the Lost Brothers put on an unforgettable show at the Civic Theatre in New Orleans.

We traveled all the way from California to see Glen Hansard perform in New Orleans, he didn't disappoint. It was a great venue and an incredible performance. He really engages the crowd. We actually ran into him at the from of the venue and he was very nice and spoke with us. We had a blast!!!

He played 25 songs with great passion. He told great anecdotes throughout his show. Great quality and hard work to achieve audience satisfaction!

The Hollywood Bowl is an amazing venue. I've always enjoyed it, and it guarantees an awesome evening even if the musical acts don't cut it. Iron & Wine was amazing. I could've done without the second band. Glad to see that they had a lot of fans in the audience and they had a lot of energy, just not my style. Glen Hansard was great. Such a great guy with tons of pain in his music.

What a great performance by Glenn and the band. Great energy from start to finish. Can't find a much better place than the fox theater for a show.

years ago when Glen's movie Once came out, I feel in love with it. That movie led me to find his personal album and his band with Marketa (who I also love). This concert throughly met my expectations. Loved every minute of it.

Glen Hansard has ALL the goods. Remarkable songwriting abilities. Masterful playing skills and technique. A voice with unique power, range, and emotiveness. Witty and personable banter in a live venue. An outstanding backing band (not sure how many of these talented musicians he's be able to take with him for the whole tour. String and brass were a welcome bonus.) Hansard is one of those rare performers who completely tears down the fourth wall and makes it his mission to give everything he has in terms of music, story, and humor, and he does this with a sense of undiluted joy and earnestness that is refreshingly infectious. Only weak spot was the opening act, whose names I don't think we ever actually got. They seemed unprepared, and the music was rather staid. A concert with Glen Hansard will stick to the ribs for days after.

What a charming, generous, authentic performer! Two and a half hours of non-stop music. One of the best concerts ever!

We really enjoyed Glen's concert at the Oakland, CA Fox Theater on 3/12/18. The facility is wonderful for acoustics and ambience. Glen put on a great show, just over 2.5 hours of music; no warmup act. The band was excellent; 12 members total with violins, cello, trombone, trumpets, guitars, percussion and keyboards. We had a rockin' good time. This was our sixth time seeing Glen and we're ready to go again when he comes back to the San Francisco/Oakland area. Do yourself a favor and see him if you can. You won't be sorry.

Incredible show!! Love him!! So much energy throughout the whole show.

Saw Glen Hansard on his first night of his 2018 American tour, backed by a 12 piece band....strings and horns included. It was phenomenal. If you have a chance to go...GO!

Became a fan of Glen' s music after stumbling upon the film "Once" a few years ago. The concert was superb. Opened with "This Gift. And then played every one of his very best songs. Ironically, the weakest song in his repertoire was "Falling Slowly." He's probably tired of playing that song . He reached into Van's play book and did rip roaring version of "Gloria." My wife, who is not a fan, thoroughly enjoyed the concert and said she would be willing to see him again. That is the ultimate compliment.

He just gets better with age. I first saw Glen Hansard in Dublin, circa 1984 busking on Grafton Street. Puts on a great show and seems to relish being where he is now.

Words can't describe how unreal this man is!! His passion, his talent and his music is top notch. I can't wait till the next time I get to see him!

Glen Hansard as usual put on a fabulous show. He as as passionate about his craft as anyone out there. The venue is great besides the fact that it was incredibly hot in the balcony.

This was one of the most entertaining shows I have ever been to. The music and banter were both excellent. After three hours, Glen looked like he could keep singing and playing all night! A true performer! The venue was cozy and just right for a more intimate feel. We had a wonderful time!

Glen never dissapoints!!! Do miss the band though, but did enjoy when he brought out his mini ensemble.

Glen Hansard remains one of the best concert performers I have ever seen. His heart, talent, humor, and love for his art and admirers, and talent are felt in every note and word. Perfect.

Glen Hansard is a troubadour - he brings passion, warmth, and pure musicianship to every performance. This was my 4th time seeing him perform, and I'll be there the next time he comes, too!

Glen Hansard never fails to invoke emotions and people singing along. His lyrics reflect our existence, and his Irish humor makes it a little easier going down. I did miss his "Polish friend" however.

Quite possibly the best concert I have ever seen. If you enjoy Glen Hansard, this is a concert you should not miss! Great story teller and fantastic musician, a master in his own right. He is a true talent.

yet another amazing show from glen hansard, a man i would pay money to watch read the phone book. he is the ultimate passionate performer, and he gives his all at every single performance he gives. this show was really interesting because the band he was touring with contained several different string instruments, but no horns and no drums. it was really cool to hear him play some of the same songs but with really different arrangements than i've heard before. glen is an amazing story teller, and he is so generous in his efforts to connect to the audience that you just can't help but engage with him. be it in sing alongs or just end of song applause, the crowd was clearly in to it and responding to the energy he was putting out there. i've seen him perform about 25 different times now, in multiple cities and even a few different countries. though each audience and each venue is different, the constant is an insanely great performance that leaves you with a restored faith in humanity, and a deep sense of satisfaction at having heard some kick ass music.

Glen was awesome this is the second time I've seen him, he was I had to leave early due to an emergency I left and it was almost 3 hours of him singing it was awesome

I've seen Glen perform four times now, and this show was a special treat. He was backed by a 9-piece band and the energy from all on stage was amazing. The venue (DAR) suited the tone of the show perfectly. Per usual, he engaged with the audience and played a blend of old and new. Highly recommend!

I try to see Glen whenever he is in the area. He is a genuine, down to earth guy that puts on an amazing, non-stop show. Next time he is in town, do not miss it.

Glen was amazing live! A wonderful artist and funny guy. Each member of his band was extremely talented and that made for an incredible musical experience.

Richard Thompson was phenomenal, as always, but so self-effacing and almost acting like the crowd didn't know him, which is probably true. By contrast, Glen Hansard's lyrics are a pile of mush. His language suffers badly in the light of Thompson's brilliant songs. All his manufactured emotion, as well, rang hollow. We walked out on the set and found a beer garden.

I've been to over 100 concerts before but this was hands down best ever. So much passion and energy. I felt numb afterwards and actually teared up. Wow... pray he comes to the area again.

Glen is amazing. He's a storyteller - whether he's sharing an actual story or telling a story through his music. His passion and his sense of humor get me every time I see him. I also loved that he had his strings section and brass section with him, as he did not have them the last time I saw him. I would prefer to see him in a smaller venue, though. And I think he would prefer to play smaller venues, too.

Fantastic performance and all around show! Main point: The music is VERY good, great band! And Hansard connect with the audience in a way that I've never seen before. What a great show!

Great show. We got a lot more than we expected and the venue was also top notch.