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Great Big Sea Concert Reviews

Review 1 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

Great Big Sea never fails to impress

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Favorite moment: Too many, but when they sang Everybody Shines. That's a personal favourite! @

Opening act(s): McCarthyizm rocked!!! I like Martin Sexton. Catchy but different. :-) @

Posted 10/26/2011

by FlamestrixWindfyre

Location:Corning, NY 14830

The guys played wonderfully. There was an excellent selection of songs. Love their banter!!!

Erie Canal Harbor @

- Buffalo @

, NY @

- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Favorite moment: Too many, but when they sang Everybody Shines. That's a personal favourite! @

Opening act(s): McCarthyizm rocked!!! I like Martin Sexton. Catchy but different. :-) @

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Review 2 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

Amazing Venue for GBS!

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Favorite moment: It's difficult to pick a favorite moment at a GBS concert, but the boys' opening was fantastic with Ordinary Day. Crazy fun. @

Opening act(s): Martin Sexton and local band McCarthyizm. @

Posted 10/13/2011

by Coldplaylady88

I have never been to a concert at the Erie Canal Harbor and it's, by far, one of the coolest and scenic concert venues I have EVER been to. It was a great crowd and a beautiful night to see the boys, Martin Sexton, and local band McCarthyizm. It was very well organized, clean, and friendly! The port-a-potties were plentiful, too! Always a plus.

Erie Canal Harbor @

- Buffalo @

, NY @

- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Favorite moment: It's difficult to pick a favorite moment at a GBS concert, but the boys' opening was fantastic with Ordinary Day. Crazy fun. @

Opening act(s): Martin Sexton and local band McCarthyizm. @

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Review 3 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

Great Fun and Incredible Music

Boarding House Park @

- Lowell @

, MA @

- 08/26/2011 @

Favorite moment: Nothing But a Song @

Posted 09/13/2011

by Hoopref95

Location:Lowell, MA

Outdoors on a beautiful summer evening in Lowell, GBS rocked and serenaded a wide ranging audience. Even if you don't know this group a complete stranger will soon become a raving fan. Although they left out their biggest/only hit, Boston and St. John, they played most of the old favorites, like Mari Mac and I'm a Rover along with my new favorite song, Nothing but a Song. If you have the opportunity to see this group, just go!

Boarding House Park @

- Lowell @

, MA @

- 08/26/2011 @

Favorite moment: Nothing But a Song @

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Review 4 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

Great Big Sea rocked the Erie Canal Harbor!

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Posted 09/02/2011

by Wifey2

The best show I've been to in I don't know how long! They were simply amazing! Perfect show for my 2 sons' first concert, can't wait till they come back next year!

Erie Canal Harbor @

- Buffalo @

, NY @

- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

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Review 5 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

Great Big Sea was fantastic as always!

Erie Canal Harbor @

- Buffalo @

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Favorite moment: Sean McCann kissing Murray Foster. @

Setlist: Ordinary Day, Process Man, Tonight, Paddy Murphy, Nothing But A Song, When I'm Up , Lukey's Boat, Safe Upon the Shore, Concerning Charlie Horse, Good People, Everything Shines (w Chris Trapper), When I Am King, General Taylor, Scolding Wife, I'm A Rover, Run Runaway, Helmet Head, Consequence Free, Mari Mac, Long Life (Encore), Black Rum (Encore) @

Opening act(s): Martin Sexton, McCarthyizm @

Posted 09/02/2011

by NJPIRATE

Location:New Jersey

Another high energy GBS show, espeially so since it was their last show of a very long tour. They mentioned their hiatus for 2012 (while some members work on solo projects), with a big return in 2013 to celebrate their 20th anniversary.

The Buffalo crowd really got into it, with openers, McCarthyizm, and Martin Sexton getting things going with a responsive audience. Buffalo native Chris Trapper joined Sexton on a song, as he did with Great Big Sea on a song he wrote, ""Everything Shines".

Of course GBS kept the crowd engaged with lots of audience participation- singing, dancing, and jumping around. It was a great way to start bringing summer to an end.

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- Buffalo @

, NY @

- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Favorite moment: Sean McCann kissing Murray Foster. @

Opening act(s): Martin Sexton, McCarthyizm @

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Review 6 for Great Big Sea

4 / 5

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Posted 08/30/2011

by Anonymous

great weather, awesome veue and one wild kitchen party!

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Review 7 for Great Big Sea

4 / 5

Great Big Sea

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- Buffalo @

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Favorite moment: When the Great Big Sea came on! @

Opening act(s): Martin Sexton was awful. I didn't enjoy him at all. @

Posted 08/30/2011

by Grammypie

I thought the Great Big Sea was awesome as always, but the wait for them was rediculous! We were there from 6pm until 9:30pm before the Great Big Sea even came on. Martin Sexton was awful! I had taken my grandson who is 9 and although he enjoyed the Great Big Sea it was way after midnight when we got home and that is very late for him. I think from now on they should start the concert much earlier than they did this time.

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Favorite moment: When the Great Big Sea came on! @

Opening act(s): Martin Sexton was awful. I didn't enjoy him at all. @

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Review 8 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

Great fun and energy

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- Buffalo @

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Favorite moment: When the three guys in kilts in front of me started dancing. Not only were they wearing
"skirts" :) they were dancing together too!! @

Posted 08/30/2011

by njbad

Location:city

I haven't seen Great Big Sea in 10 years, Although I remembered loving them at Thursday in the Square, I'd forgotten exactly why. But once they started, and the crowd started singing and dancing - the smiles and positive energy were infectious: everyone sang, pumped their fists in all the right places and had smiles plastered to their faces. I brought two friends who didn't know their music, and said they had a fantastic time and loved the music.

It was nice to see a large venue where everyone was getting along: I didn't hear any fighting or witness any. Can't wait to see them next year!!

Erie Canal Harbor @

- Buffalo @

, NY @

- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Favorite moment: When the three guys in kilts in front of me started dancing. Not only were they wearing
"skirts" :) they were dancing together too!! @

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Review 9 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

Great Big Sea was Great Big and Amazing !

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Opening act(s): MacCarthyism, Martin Sexton @

Posted 08/30/2011

by babalonia

Location:buffalo

Saturday night's show at Buffalo Place Rocks the Harbor with Great Big Sea was one of the best concerts I've had the pleasure to see. It was my first time at "the harbor" and my first time seeing GBS... and I wasn't sure what to expect. Buffalo Place was clean, wonderfully stocked with food, security people and well lit "potties". Besides the entertainment that we came to see... we were blessed with a magnificent sunset that was highlighted against the Naval Park.
The show opened with McCarthyism... which was a very much welcome surprise. I thought that they were very good and very entertaining. I"m looking forward to seeing them around town some more. The special guest.. Martin Sexton, had a wonderful voice, but over all... was a little let down. I think he would have been better suited to a james taylor or john mayer concert. He did give his all to the audience though and I would be glad to give him a second listen.
Great Big Sea was totally amazing. They came out ready to play... and that they did! The interaction that they showed right off the bat with the audience stayed thru the night, and the way that they interacted with each other was right there too. They had a nice mix of "get up off your duff and dance" music and slower songs that touched your heart...with more songs being the "get up off your duff and dance" variety !! I'll admit, I have a soft spot for Alan Doyle, one of the key singers for the group... and he did not let down. He was personable, animated and comical... thanking Alice Cooper for opening for them the night before on that very stage! The other members of GBS (Murray, Sean and Bob) shared their voices and amazing musical talent all through the evening. I think that a highlight for me was when they did "Safe Upon the Shore". I was aware of GBS's celtic sound... but I wasn't aware of how wonderfully that they harmonize together without the aid or need of any instruments. It was a glorious sound that still replays in my mind.
I am looking forward to my next visit with the boys from Great Big Sea and I am recomending their shows to everyone. It is a not to miss event that is a must see for all ages. Thank you Buffalo Place and Great Big Sea for a night that I will always remember!

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Opening act(s): MacCarthyism, Martin Sexton @

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Review 10 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

Bring it Every Night!

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Posted 08/29/2011

by Anonymous

The boys from Newfoundland never seem to have an off night. I have seen them live at least 12 times over the years and every time is high energy fun! The venue was great and the weather was perfect. Crowd was enthusiastic and well behaved. Can't wait for the next tour!

Erie Canal Harbor @

- Buffalo @

, NY @

- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

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Review 11 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

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Posted 08/29/2011

by Anonymous

Great Band...Great Venue. We brought our chairs and had a wonderful night. Everyone was great from the vendors to those serving the beer and wine.

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

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Review 12 for Great Big Sea

4 / 5

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Posted 08/29/2011

by Anonymous

Great concert, great venue and the prices were very affordable-- so lots of people can enjoy the waterfront, etc without it costing a small fortune; hopefully Buffalo has LOTS MORE concerts/shows next year at the Erie Canal Harbor!

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Review 13 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

Another Great Big Concert

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Opening act(s): Mc Carthyism @

Posted 08/29/2011

by MichaelG2020

Location:Buffalo NY

I've seen GBS 8 times and have never had a bad time. It seems more and more people are coming as I cannot remember such a crowd for them before. It's sad to hear that they will be off for a year and a half, we will miss them.

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Opening act(s): Mc Carthyism @

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Review 14 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

Great Big Sea Fabulous!

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- Buffalo @

, NY @

- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Favorite moment: The whole show! Hard to pick one. @

Setlist: Paddy Murphy! Donkey Riding @

Posted 08/29/2011

by SoBuffloGal49

Location:Buffalo, NY

Simply amazing! Their music is the best in that field! Nobody can compare! Please, please bring them back next year! I LOVED them! They are so incredibly talented and put on the best show! It was a perfect summer evening..Great Big Sea rockin the harbor!

Erie Canal Harbor @

- Buffalo @

, NY @

- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Favorite moment: The whole show! Hard to pick one. @

Setlist: Paddy Murphy! Donkey Riding @

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Review 15 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

Great Big Sea - Fabulous Evening!

Erie Canal Harbor @

- Buffalo @

, NY @

- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Favorite moment: The opening set - the crowd was wild and the band was hot. @

Opening act(s): McCarthyizm, Martin Sexton @

Posted 08/29/2011

by Anonymous

Location:Buffalo NY

Buffalo Rocks the Harbor and Great Big Sea - an unforgettable combination. The opening acts were not "openers" - they were headliners, too. What a terrific evening. Great weather, great music, great fans!

Erie Canal Harbor @

- Buffalo @

, NY @

- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Favorite moment: The opening set - the crowd was wild and the band was hot. @

Opening act(s): McCarthyizm, Martin Sexton @

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Review 16 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

Great Big Sea was Spectacular!

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- Buffalo @

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Posted 08/29/2011

by BackPack2011

Location:Buffalo, NY

1st time seing Great Big Sea in concert and I was pleasantly surprised! I must admit - I haven't followed this band in the past but I now have a new appreciation for their music! The energy of the band as well as the upbeat tempo is inceredible. I don't think anyone sat during this concert, you were always on your feet. No way you can leave one of their concerts in a bad mood! Can't wait to see them again. They have a new follower!

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

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Review 17 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

GBS tore it up!

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Posted 08/29/2011

by BFLOPat

I've been to many GBS shows, this one was definately up there. Absolutely amazing!

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- Buffalo @

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

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Review 18 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

GBS!!!

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Posted 08/29/2011

by zadeli

Location:lancaster

Quite possibly one of the best shows they've ever played.

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

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Review 19 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

Mr

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Posted 08/29/2011

by Anonymous

Great Big Sea was awesome as always.

Couldn't stand Martin Sexton and was ecstatic when he ended.

McCarythism was brilliant.

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- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

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Review 20 for Great Big Sea

5 / 5

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Posted 08/29/2011

by Anonymous

The Boy's did a fabulous job.. Can't wait for them to come back to Buffalo.. GREAT SHOW

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