Utah Concert Review

December 4, 2022

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Moulin Rouge! The Musical •December 2, 2022• Eccles Theater

Reviewed by Kevin Rolfe

When Broadway at the Eccles announced their 2022-23 season and Moulin Rouge! The Musical was listed as one of the shows, I was beyond excited. Like many of you, I’m a fan of the 2001 Baz Lurhman film starring Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor. I had heard great things about the stage version but I had seen very little of the production. I try really hard not to listen to the cast recording until I’ve seen the production. And I try to avoid watching too much video footage. I really want to go in as fresh as possible.

December 3, 2022

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac• The Worlds Finest Fleetwood Mac Tribute Concert•November 12, 2022• Maverik Center

Reviewed and Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

RIP Christine McVie

I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Christine McVie, iconic member of Fleetwood Mac. Her songs and persona were so understated compared to the other band members. Whenever I hear one of her songs, I always think, “I really like her songs. They’re so underrated.”. And they are. Utah Concert Review never had the chance to cover a Fleetwood Mac concert or Christine McVie. I would have loved the opportunity. Recently we did have the opportunity to review Rumors of Fleetwood Mac, a tribute band that Mick Fleetwood himself endorses. At that concert when the Christine songs were performed I again thought, “I love her songs”. This is my review of that night. Rest in Peace, “Songbird”. You are greatly missed.

Rumors of Fleetwood Mac

November 30, 2022

The Backseat Lovers

The Backseat Lovers• November 22 & 23, 2022• Capitol Theatre

Reviewed by Josilyn Wakkuri Lybbert & Kevin Rolfe

Night 1 Photographed by Josilyn Wakkuri Lybbert

Night 2 Photographed by Kevin Rolfe

Night 1

When I got to the stunning Capitol Theater a little after 6 pm on Tuesday, November 22nd, there was already a line forming down the sidewalk for the Utah native Backseat Lovers’ first of two sold out shows there! Despite the chilly temperature, everyone in line was cheery, swapping music recommendations and other concert stories. Most people I spoke to had seen the band at least once before and were so excited to see them again!

November 28, 2022

Trans Siberian Orchestra 2022

Trans Siberian Orchestra• November 22, 2022• Vivint Arena

Reviewed by Kevin Rolfe

Trans-Siberian Orchestra is celebrating over two decades of Christmas concerts, but from the looks of things, there are no signs of slowing down anytime soon. It feels like a Christmas tradition here in Utah to see TSO. For several years they show up at Vivint Arena right around Thanksgiving to usher in the holiday season. I have seen TSO in concert a number of times, and of course, people always tell me this show is a must see. Like many of you, I’ve heard their song “Christmas Eve (Sarajevo 12/24)” every year during the holiday season in commercials, at neighbor’s homes when they’ve synced their lights to music, or on various holiday playlists. But even after seeing them live, I’m never sure what I’m in store for. The lasers, the pyrotechnics, the amazing vocals, and the soaring guitars are always just a little different and surprising.

November 23, 2022

Post Modern Jukebox

Postmodern Jukebox November 10, 2022 Noorda Center

Reviewed by Kevin Rolfe

It has been recommended to me that I see Postmodern Jukebox for years. People who know me know that I love great voices. They also know that I’m a sucker for a good cover song. So my friends have told me time and time again that PMJ as they’re often called, would be a perfect fit for me. They were not wrong. From start to finish Postmodern Jukebox had my full attention.

November 21, 2022

Jake Scott

Jake Scott w/ Rosie & Brynn Cartelli• November 14, 2022• The Union

Reviewed and Photographed by Josilyn Wakkuri Lybbert

Jake Scott brought his Lavender Tour to The Union Event Center in Salt Lake City on Friday, November 14th. Openers Brynn Cartelli and Rosie joined Jake on the tour as well!

November 18, 2022

Lucius

Lucius w/ Abraham Alexander• November 12, 2022• The Commonwealth Room

Reviewed and Photographed by Alisha Gregson

On Saturday, November 12th, the band Lucius brought their Feels Like Second Nature tour to Salt Lake City. They put on an unforgettable concert for a sold-out audience at the Commonwealth Room. This was only my second time attending a concert at the Commonwealth Room. But it has quickly become one of my favorite venues in the area. I enjoy its intimate atmosphere and have been impressed with many of the artists I have seen on their concert schedule.

November 11, 2022

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November 11, 2022

PARAMORE ANNOUNCES LONG AWAITED NORTH AMERICA ARENA TOUR

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November 10, 2022

Milk Carton Kids

Milk Carton Kids w/ Katie Pruitt• November 4, 2022• The Commonwealth Room

There’s something special about being in a room with hundreds of people, silently listening to music. It’s rare. Well, it feels rare. I feel like there are always some people who just can’t help but strike up a conversation. Even though the musicians they paid good money for are standing on the stage in front of them. But on November 4, 2022, the audience at The Commonwealth Room was ghost town silent. The only sound to be heard was the music of the folk duo, The Milk Carton Kids.