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The legendary Jacksons hit Australian shores earlier this month for the Sydney Summer Series, a concert held at the Domain featuring some of the worlds biggest acts, including Sounds of the Supremes, Sister Sledge, Village People, The Pointer Sisters and Kool & the Gang. I am a huge fan of the Jacksons and have dreamed of seeing them perform live one day so I am extremely happy I was able to do that. The last time the group were in Australia was back in 2013 for their reunion show, the Unity Tour. They are not here often so I'm sure a lot of other fans were eager to see them like I was.
Here is a quick review of their performance.
The Jacksons set began with a montage of highlights from their long careers on a large screen. There were throwback images of them performing as youngsters and moments from recent concerts and tours. Jackie, Tito, Jermaine and Marlon were met with screams, cheers and thunderous applause as they took to the stage and started singing their 1981 hit song, Can You Feel It, one of my favourites! The brothers also performed chart toppers ABC, Blame It on the Boogie, I'll Be There and other hits which made them so successful from 1964 till now. All the songs chosen in the set list showcased each of their strengths as individuals and their styling as a group. The four men had great chemistry and it was nice to see the interactions between them. With their synchronized, powerful and creative dance moves, it is hard to believe that they are all over 60-years-old! After fifty years of touring, you'd think they may want to retire or take a break for a while but they are showing no signs of slowing down. This group has youthful energy. They took control of the audience with ease, ensuring that everyone was up on their feet dancing and including them in their performance by holding out their microphones and asking them to sing, which everyone did. They acknowledged their brother Michael by having videos of him performing on the screen behind them and giving him a shout out during the set. The Jacksons definitely created a party atmosphere, it was a spectacular way to end the night. They thanked Sydney for coming out to see them and the support and the cheers continued long after they left the stage. Everyone was on a high after the concert. As we were walking back to the train station, people were singing the Jacksons songs.
The organisers of the Sydney Summer Series promised a good time and they didn't disappoint. All the acts were amazing and I hope the Jacksons will return to Australia again soon! If you ever get the opportunity to see the Jacksons, please take it. I guarantee you will have the time of your life!
V xoxo
The legendary Jacksons hit Australian shores earlier this month for the Sydney Summer Series, a concert held at the Domain featuring some of the worlds biggest acts, including Sounds of the Supremes, Sister Sledge, Village People, The Pointer Sisters and Kool & the Gang. I am a huge fan of the Jacksons and have dreamed of seeing them perform live one day so I am extremely happy I was able to do that. The last time the group were in Australia was back in 2013 for their reunion show, the Unity Tour. They are not here often so I'm sure a lot of other fans were eager to see them like I was.
Photo: @sydneysummerseries Instagram
The thousands of people gathered in the Domain braved the heat and enjoyed watching incredible bands from all genres and decades and dancing along to mega hits such as We Are Family by Sister Sledge and YMCA by The Village People. During the half hour break between Kool & the Gang and The Jacksons, the last act, everyone stood up and looked for the best vantage point they could possibly get to see them. Here is a quick review of their performance.
The Jacksons set began with a montage of highlights from their long careers on a large screen. There were throwback images of them performing as youngsters and moments from recent concerts and tours. Jackie, Tito, Jermaine and Marlon were met with screams, cheers and thunderous applause as they took to the stage and started singing their 1981 hit song, Can You Feel It, one of my favourites! The brothers also performed chart toppers ABC, Blame It on the Boogie, I'll Be There and other hits which made them so successful from 1964 till now. All the songs chosen in the set list showcased each of their strengths as individuals and their styling as a group. The four men had great chemistry and it was nice to see the interactions between them. With their synchronized, powerful and creative dance moves, it is hard to believe that they are all over 60-years-old! After fifty years of touring, you'd think they may want to retire or take a break for a while but they are showing no signs of slowing down. This group has youthful energy. They took control of the audience with ease, ensuring that everyone was up on their feet dancing and including them in their performance by holding out their microphones and asking them to sing, which everyone did. They acknowledged their brother Michael by having videos of him performing on the screen behind them and giving him a shout out during the set. The Jacksons definitely created a party atmosphere, it was a spectacular way to end the night. They thanked Sydney for coming out to see them and the support and the cheers continued long after they left the stage. Everyone was on a high after the concert. As we were walking back to the train station, people were singing the Jacksons songs.
Photo: @thejacksons Instagram
V xoxo
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