Paramount Theatre

Randy Rainbow was fabulous, as usual. His new “Randy for President “ tour is hilarious and engaging. What a great crowd to enjoy the show with… The Seattle LGBTQ community was out and proud as well as with their straight friends and family. I was happily surprised to see so many Gen X and baby boomers in the crowd. Randy is definitely one of the best showman, sporting amazing costumes that match his sparkling personality and pitch perfect voice. A big shout out to the back up band too… the piano player was amazing. Randy runs a well run show, definitely worth seeing again. Randy for President! 🙌🤣

Good show. Slightly bummed that more Nightsweats material didn't make it into the set, but a solid if not disappointingly subdued show. Nathaniel's vocals and playing are in peak form, as is his incredible band and backing vocalists. Unfortunately, many in the audience were itching for opportunities to get up and dance but the laser-focused, largely sedated setlist kept butts in seats for far too much of the evening. The opener, Kevin Morby, while an excellent performer and writer, should change his last name to MorBID because the content of much of his lyrics surrounded death and the most depressing subject matter imaginable. You were in Seattle, bros. Next time read the room.

Absolutely loved the opening act Dark Divine. They really brought a lot of energy to the show and I've heard some of their music before and after seeing them live not only bought the vinyl for both albums but they have been added to several of my playlists. While a few people I spoke with were kinda disappointed in VV, I wasn't. I absolutely loved him. He has that David Bowie presence, and while his sound is different from both DD and BVB, it fits well because, like Bowie VV defies a specific musical genre. And then there is BVB, and honestly, if you have never seen them live, ya gotta go at least once. They are so great live. So much energy, and Andy is just well great and yummy. I'm really glad I made the trip up to Seattle for this show. It was phenomenal.

Great venue to host an amazing act. LaMontagne is worth every penny and the 3-hour drive. Honestly, he is probably the best male vocalist I have ever seen/heard perform. We will definitely make the effort to see him again. Also.... his drummer/guitarist/pianist was crazy talented. It was a treat to see him bounce back and forth from instrument to instrument and flawlessly executing each one. I appreciate the diverseness and love seeing that, giving LaMontagne the freedom to do his thing.

Zakir Hussain has been my teacher for fifty years!! I lived across the street from him for a long time and was around him every day often all day long as a member of Diga Rhythm Band with him and Mickey Hart back in the mid 1970s. I have followed Shakti since the very beginning very closely and was even considered by Zakir as a possible conga player for the band in 1977. That didn’t happen which is fine because I didn’t think I was quite ready at that time. But I thought yesterday’s concert was one of the most amazing concerts I have ever heard in my entire life!! It was just about unbelievable that any band anywhere could be so incredibly great!! The band was totally on fire with every single note they played!! I was absolutely thrilled to be there every single second!! I am so glad that I saw this concert and so glad Zakir Husssin has been my tabla teacher all this time and that he encouraged me so much on my other percussion pursuits, especially the congas and the tabla drums. I’m so happy John McLaughlin and Zakir Hussain are still out there bringing some of the greatest music in the world to the world!!

Seal and his band were amazing! Been a fan since the early 90's and have always wanted to see him live, now checked off my bucket list. Loved his audience interaction (although we could not see from balcony when he went into the audience, it was still an amazing thing for him to get in the middle of his fans). Loved that his band, the Buggles, opened as well and the whole story behind his base player/producer who gave him his start and still together playing! Loved the set and moved/sang with the whole time. Love, love, love!!!!

PRICELESS! An absolutely fantastic show. The theater was about 3/4 full and his band performed prior to the show. One of the members was a former "YES" member. phenomenal talent in this band. then Seal made a fantastic entrance and the crowd went wild just crazy, everybody on their feet dancing. He performed some of his amazing hits then ran across the ground floor of the theater singing up close and personal. This has to be the greatest concert I have seen in my lifetime next to Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin. Thank you, Seal for a memorable evening! As I said, PRICELESS!! Alfredo

WAS quite an ordeal getting to this show, won’t go into the hell I went through, drove up to Seattle from Portland, only to regretfully miss Wolfie and friends, then be painfully seeking a good spot in the house where my ears didn’t feel like they were bleeding. This venue has so many reflective surfaces, it all just washes together into a sea of noise. Dudes seemed to be having issues on stage as well, as e were noticing tempo issues, best I could figure it was drummer trying to stay in sync with the click for the backing tracks, which could also have been an issue, as they probably didn’t really need them. Ended up leaving early just to beat the crowd and I’ve never done that …. Ever. Maybe I’m just too damn old for this. Ugh! Rock on! Still one of my favorite bands ever.

Three solid bands but only given AB, may fav band, a 4 this time as both the set list and the delivery seemed a bit tired. Mix it up a bit boys and play some of the more fan favs from your awesome catalogue. Sin After Sin far preferred over Vacation. Let's try Silent Son at a show...why not Seattle when it is cozy and near Myles' start? GODGB can be swapped with, for example, Fortress. Try Lover. Clear Horizon. Sooooo many options. Again, good show but not as great as past shows. Words Darker....that will mean a GREAT show.

The main issue, which really ruined the show for me, was the horrendous sound quality when seated in the upper mezzanine. Which is a recurring issue with this band, including the last 2 Seattle shows at The Moore Theatre. Too loud, mid range/guitars become a wall of mush, kick drum and bass too heavy, boomed, lagged and ruined the mix. Good set list, band great in the instances when you could decipher the music (only at lower volume level songs or sections), wonderful to hear Mark sing on Burn It Down! But I feel ripped off due to garbage sound quality.

John Mellencamp and band were great, but he audience was not so great. Everything John started to share a good story... there were a few goofballs (Mr. Mellencamp referred to them as "M***F***ers", that thought it would be cute to shout out "We love you John", or something similar. It wasn't cute. They interrupted the artist, and pissed him and your fellow concertgoers off. People, stop trying to have a conversation with the artist during their performance. They want to give a good show for everyone. Not have a conversation with you.

This was truly one of the most incredible visual performance experiences I’ve ever had. The venue was the first time I attended a concert and I’ll absolutely be attending more. Tove lo never disappoints and she more than delivered the assignment… she annihilated it. I feel the term religious experience is over used but it absolutely applies to last night. Huge shout out to slayyter for slayying the fucking opening. My merch was incredible too! If you haven’t bought tickets I recommend you do for other shows on this tour. The best tour I’ve seen her do (and I’ve been to all)

This was my second time seeing JB, the last being in Spokane in 2012. Both times I have seen him I have been super impressed with what a consummate professional he is as a band leader. The show was to start at 8 pm. At about 7:56 the PA started playing "The Waiting" by Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, at concert level volume. That song is exactly 4 minutes long and the second it ended the lights came up and the band was in full swing. It was exactly the same way when I saw him 10 years ago. Of course none of that means anything if the music isn't up to par, which was never in doubt. Just an incredible stage full of musicians, including Reese Wynans of Double Trouble fame. Beautiful and talented backup singers, tastefully singing and swaying to the music. No histrionics at all just perfectly arranged song after song with a couple of comical one or two minute stories. In all they played over two hours and ended the show (before the encore) with a really cool medley of ZZ Top, Led Zeppelin and some other songs with iconic riffs that truly showcased JB and the bands virtuosity and versatility. I wish I would have bought tickets for both shows.

I wanted to love it so badly, and while they rocked really hard and played well, it was a very different experience from the S-K shows I went to back in the day. It was a little noisy and the synth/keys were up too loud IMO. They played a lot of 'new' stuff that I didn't know and a lot of the older songs were sped up just a little too fast for my liking. I also really missed Janet. All in all it was a great show. Full of energy!!!

As always, Lake Street Dive put on a fabulous show! Their musicianship was on full display. James' guitar has been a welcome addition in the last year, and his licks varied from tasty to blistering. From Rhodes to synth, Akie's keyboards often drive the arrangements, and his fabulous vocals shine, especially on his "Same Old News" duet with Rachael. Drummers who can sing always amaze me, and Mike remains one of the best around; his harmonies are always spot on, and his lead vocals on "Seventeen" did not disappoint! And what can I say about Rachael? She is one of my favorite vocalists on the planet, with a rich contralto that demonstrates her extensive jazz training, and a magnetism that effortlessly draws in the entire audience. And, finally, Bridget, whose flawless harmonies fill out the top end, but whose unbelievable bass playing is probably the most unique feature of Lake Street Dive. I mean, what other indie/pop band has an upright bass?!? Her playing ranges from subtle, syncopated jazz to thumping rock, her tone is impeccable, and her solos are always crowd favorites. All in all, it was a wonderful evening in a beautiful venue with outstanding music! Who could ask for more?

Probably the best concert I have ever been to. Classical crossover music is so underrated it’s criminal. The theater was PACKED and it was definitely well-deserved. Their show is amazing! They are innovative, dynamic, and unique. These talented gentlemen compliment each other so well. Violin, viola, keyboard, drums, DJ, with excellent vocals. The lights were also amazing. What more can you ask for? If they are coming to your town GO SEE THEM!!! It’s well worth the time and money spent.

I wanted to love it so badly, and while they rocked really hard and played well, it was a very different experience from the S-K shows I went to back in the day. It was a little noisy and the synth/keys were up too loud IMO. They played a lot of 'new' stuff that I didn't know and a lot of the older songs were sped up just a little too fast for my liking. I also really missed Janet. All in all it was a great show. Full of energy!!!

Such an amazing show last night. Slash and Myles Kennedy are two of the best at doing what they do. The energy was through the roof and did not let up all night. This is my 3rd time seeing Myles this year. He never disappoints in his vocals or his ability to engage with the crowd. Definitely one of the best front men of all time. Slash absolutely killed his guitars all night. He never let up and kept the crowd wanting more. They are a great one two punch of rock . See them if you can.

5SOS always puts on a great, fun, party of a concert. They are becoming better frontsmen and enthusiastic on stage. It is kinda awesome to see the transformation. Why it isn't 5 stars is because of the venue. Honestly too small for them and cramped. There were lines running through the whole theater for merchandise tables. Could have been because that theater is not made for this kind of show... It took me about 30 minutes just to enter the venue after the doors opened. It did not ruin the night for me though. Will be seeing them again.

I've seen DCFC at least a dozen times and they have never been this tight. From start to finish every note was right on. Almost a little too much polish, I have to say. They played a handful of songs from the upcoming album. I liked the last one but the first two were unmemorable. In comparison to the Decemberists show two nights before, Death Cab seem to be moving away from the quirkiness that defined then years ago. The old songs still rock, though.