Broadway to Barbados show impresses

After being away from the entertainment calendar on the island for some time, Neil Berg's Broadway to Barbados came back to the Frank Collymore Hall on Tuesday with a bang, bringing to patrons one of the most energetic ensembles of international musicians ever seen here on the island. 

Though that may sound like the dictionary definition of hyperbole, words simply cannot explain how amazing and well put together the cast of musicians were during the evening's show. As Neil Berg and his crew of performers took patrons on the joyous musical ride, making stops from the 60's era of classic Rock and Roll, all the way to the contemporary interpretations found in the 2000's, all eyes and ears were enchanted by their mesmerising versions of the most popular hits from yesteryear. 

One can not praise the band however without first starting with Neil Berg. His impressive memory within the sheer volume of musical hits is envious for most. With him recounting all of the intimate details behind bands such the Rolling Stones, The Eagles, Led Zeppelin and others, patrons received a better understanding on what made the earlier hits so great at those select times in history. It was clear from the onset that Berg was not simply going to bring great music to the stage, but bring us along on the journey with him to fully bask in great music that shaped the world. 

Five special singers featured during the night; Danny Zoli, Miss Yaya, Brook Wood, Joey Calveri and Jarran Muse. 

Each of these singers had their own unique energy and flare during the night, with all of them having powerful voices that meshed well with each other. 

Though it's hard to choose, patrons definitely had favourites during the night. Danny Zoli is known for his uniquely pitched voice, but his authentic old school Rock and Roll control over his vocals was fantastic. 

Joey Calveri was born to sing Rock and Roll. His Freddie Mercury-style of stage presence along with his Elvis Presley-inspired vocals delivered a vivid and raw expression of what embodies the purest form of Rock and Roll. 

This concert was organised by the Broadway to Barbados Charitable Trust in support of raising much needed funds for the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. With the sold-out crowd seen on the very first night of the show, members of the board expect to see great numbers monetary wise at the end of the show's run. 

Neil Berg's Broadway to Barbados 2020: 50 Years of Rock and Roll, is an experience that all fans of Rock and Roll, and great music on a whole, must see live. (SB)