Lionel Richie & Guy Sebastian Show 2011

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Seeing that our Forum has now gone for good, this makes wonderful reading (and this is NOT one of the near 300 reviews that cropped up (true) after the shows - most of which called it the "Lionel & Guy show)

Another fantastic review

Lionel Richie - Sydney 22nd March 2011.

Wednesday, 23 March 2011 10:52
Rob Manser

Heading out to the Acer Arena is always a pain in the rear - it always stuns me that Cityrail can never get their act together for major events, so arriving part way into Guy Sebastian's set, along with a huge proportion of the rest of the crowd, it was frustrating to say the least. Kicking off Lionel's show, Guy really was in fine form. From his hit chart toppers, through to new material, i really cant fault Guy's performance - really he is a headline act for that size of venue on his own, but who could pass up an opportunity to appear along side Lionel Richie - especially when its no secret that Guy is a huge fan himself, and the influence is obvious.The crowd for Lionel's Sydney date was more eclectic than i expected, with a wide variety of different punters in the crowd, from scene stealing bleach blonde dancers up front, to air guitar playing "tradies", it was a sight to behold.

Seeing an icon like Lionel take to the stage was an experience unto itself, a consummate showman, he delivered not only hit after hit - but engaged with the audience on a level unlike many of his peers. He really made you feel like you were sitting in a small showroom for a VIP experience, rather than an arena.

Hits from the Commodores years right through to his solo material, Lionel sweated out every single last drop of talent onto that stage and into the waiting arms of his adoring fans.

I lovely moment ensued when Lionel asked the Sydney crowd to participate in filming a song for Jackie Chan's "Japan" disaster initiative… we wonder where that going to show up - but an arena full of Aussies sending some love to another country was a real tear jerker of a moment.

Lionel embodies all that is great about longevity in the music business - a diverse track listing - everything from ballads to 70's disco, he has done it all, and showed in this production that he can connect with the audience no matter the material.

For me, it was great to see his body of work from Lionel's perspective… and throughout a show that had a few technical issues, he and his band just rose above it all, so the average punter wouldn't have recognised any issues (apart from Lionel himself calling out his issues with his in ears… which just added to the jovial and fun nature of the show.)

Lionel Richie is a legend, and a down right consummate performer. This tour is well worth seeing, and with Guy Sebastian thrown in - its like getting two headliners for the price. Well worth checking it out as they head around the country.

www.poprepublic.tv/reviews/live-a-e...22nd-march-2011

btw - if anyone wants a copy of the reviews, I've kept them. Much too good to let them disappear with age

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and this one

We only arrived at Acer Arena in time to catch the last four of Guy Sebastian's songs but it is crystal clear the he has well and truly cast off the shackles of being an "Australian Idol" and is now a superstar in his own right, as evidenced by the massive crowd that had arrived early to catch his set. No amount of hyperbole would be too much to describe Guy Sebastian's voice. It is, quite simply, amazing. He has power, range and feeling and while not mimicking any of the greats, he invokes memories of legends past with the soul in his voice.He rounded out his set with a version of "Amazing Grace" that showcased the voice and had the audience mesmerised then followed it up with Otis Redding's "Hard To Handle". This song has been covered by countless artists from Tom Jones to Tony Joe White and, doing possibly the most well known version, The Black Crowes. Maybe I am unfairly comparing Sebastian to The Black Crowes, as their rendition tears it up, but this was a low point of the set for me. That aside, he then finished with the hit singles "Who's That Girl?" and "Like It Like That" and the whole place was jumping. See Guy whenever you can as he is brilliant.

As well as the support act went over, the moment lights started to dim, it was obvious who the crowd were there to see. After revving themselves up with what I thought was the long forgotten Mexican Wave, the crowd then started chanting in the time honoured "LIONEL *clap*clap*clap*" tradition before he kicked off the set with "All Around The World" , getting the crowd straight up onto their feet. The banter and songs followed and the crowd --- which was made up of everyone from mid-20's R'n'B types to people 60+ out for a rare night on the town --- loved every minute of it.

I'm not a huge Lionel Richie fan but was looking forward to a few songs in particular, one of which was "Easy", but I was disappointed with the rhythm of the song was changed from the original version (I was in the minority though as the crowd lapped it up singing word for word with Lionel) but the guitar solo was spot on and that revived the song for me as the band then went into a driving gospel jam which I really liked.

Next up was "Ballerina Girl" which was one of the highlights and then he asked the whole crowd up to sing "Say You, Say Me" to be filmed and sent as a tribute to the people of Japan after their recent earthquake. One thing I must point out was the complete adoration this crowd had for Lionel Richie. When Lionel says "I want everybody to get up on your feet!" people JUMP to attention. There is no "hmmm, should we get up or stay seated for this one?" it is a matter of "whatever Lionel asks, we will obey". Now I know what it would have been like being at one of Marshall Applewhite's sermons!

"Lady" and "Oh No" soon followed and both songs showcased the fact that Richie still has a great voice and people still love to her love songs. The show was then kicked up a gear and "Stuck On You" and the audience participation for this song again showed that he is the master at engaging his audience to make them feel part of the show.

The second disappointment for me was the performance of "Endless Love". For this song, Richie asked the "10,215 Sydney Dianas in the audience to sing the female part". This was a good idea that worked reasonably well but it was way too short as we only got one verse and chorus of this timeless classic. I would've much preferred that he brought Guy Sebastian out to sing the Diana Ross lines and if he'd done that, it would've lifted the roof off the joint!

We also got some of the classic Commodores numbers starting when the band broke out into an old school funk beat that was coupled with classic footage taken in the 70's and shown on the big screens. We got all the classic images and were told by Lionel that "I had a big Afro and all I had to say was 'Ooooooh' and 'Yeah' "."Three Times A Lady" slowed it down before the funk got cranked up to eleven with "Brick House" that let the brilliantly talented musicians that he's assembled take their turn in the spotlight and fire off a shredding solo. The whole band is white hot.

The biggest roar of the night came when they started "Dancing On The Ceiling" and the whole crowd then proceeded to go berserk. Not one person in the stadium was not up on their feet, singing, dancing and/or clapping along and it was impossible not to get caught up in the euphoria of the crowd. The night was drawing to an end but, after an onstage presentation of a Platinum Album from his record label for sales of his latest album, we all knew that he knew there was no way he'd get out alive if he didn't play "Hello" and "All Night Long" and so it was that the final encore started with the lilting piano strains of the former and the song sounds as good today as it did back in the day and had the whole crowd singing along. He finished up with "All Night Long" and to top it off, Guy Sebastian came out and joined him for the song they recently released as a duet for the Queensland flood and Christchurch earthquake appeals and it was like a giant party had broken to send the crowd home happy.

www.take40.com/news/22922/review---...n-at-acer-arena

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Another fantastic review

Lionel Richie - Sydney 22nd March 2011.

Wednesday, 23 March 2011 10:52
Rob Manser

Heading out to the Acer Arena is always a pain in the rear - it always stuns me that Cityrail can never get their act together for major events, so arriving part way into Guy Sebastian's set, along with a huge proportion of the rest of the crowd, it was frustrating to say the least. Kicking off Lionel's show, Guy really was in fine form. From his hit chart toppers, through to new material, i really cant fault Guy's performance - really he is a headline act for that size of venue on his own, but who could pass up an opportunity to appear along side Lionel Richie - especially when its no secret that Guy is a huge fan himself, and the influence is obvious. The crowd for Lionel's Sydney date was more eclectic than i expected, with a wide variety of different punters in the crowd, from scene stealing bleach blonde dancers up front, to air guitar playing "tradies", it was a sight to behold.

Seeing an icon like Lionel take to the stage was an experience unto itself, a consummate showman, he delivered not only hit after hit - but engaged with the audience on a level unlike many of his peers. He really made you feel like you were sitting in a small showroom for a VIP experience, rather than an arena.

Hits from the Commodores years right through to his solo material, Lionel sweated out every single last drop of talent onto that stage and into the waiting arms of his adoring fans.

I lovely moment ensued when Lionel asked the Sydney crowd to participate in filming a song for Jackie Chan's "Japan" disaster initiative… we wonder where that going to show up - but an arena full of Aussies sending some love to another country was a real tear jerker of a moment.

Lionel embodies all that is great about longevity in the music business - a diverse track listing - everything from ballads to 70's disco, he has done it all, and showed in this production that he can connect with the audience no matter the material.

For me, it was great to see his body of work from Lionel's perspective… and throughout a show that had a few technical issues, he and his band just rose above it all, so the average punter wouldn't have recognised any issues (apart from Lionel himself calling out his issues with his in ears… which just added to the jovial and fun nature of the show.)

Lionel Richie is a legend, and a down right consummate performer. This tour is well worth seeing, and with Guy Sebastian thrown in - its like getting two headliners for the price. Well worth checking it out as they head around the country.

www.poprepublic.tv/reviews/live-a-e...22nd-march-2011


A warm Perth Evening, 6500 of your "friends" and Lionel Richie..... What a fantastic way to spend an evening. The venue was great, well organised with lots of staff to help direct you to your seats, toilets etc... Everyone seemed in a great mood. Our seats were great, first row of the grandstand with a wonderful front on view of the stage and screens, we could see even when everyone was standing up and dancing. Guy Sebastian was wonderful, he has a great voice and seems a nice guy. But we were all there for Lionel and he didn't let us down... he was amazing for his age.... great voice, charming, witty and soooo talented. Everyone around us sang all the songs, and I teared up when he sang Truly as that was my wedding song 23 years ago. My husband and I enjoyed the experience so much we would love to go to see him next time we get the opportunity. So well worth the expense..... :-)
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Seeing him come and stage for the first time.... in person... couldn't believe it....!! @
Setlist: 80's classics, some newer songs and Commodores Melodies...... @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian - wonderful

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Excellent as always and a big suprise guy sabastain was fab too. Cant wait for the next installment of lionel his play list was excellent the only thing was the concert was called Hello but the song was lost in the set. I would have like him to open with this as he did in the uk. But over all would go again for sure. He also has great crowed involvment you feel like a friend.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: of course HELLO @
Setlist: Excellent @
Opening act(s): Guy Was a fantastic suprise would see him again and i didnt like him on idol


What an amazing voice. It was a fabulous concert with him singing all the favourite and popular songs.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian - was amazing too

Bimbadgen Estate @
- Pokolbin @
- Sat 26 Mar 2011 @
Posted 14/04/2011
by SuToo
Can't recommend this at all. The venue was fantastic - a magnificent spot. Guy Sebastian was awesome - entertaining, great singing, great personality, and crystal clear sound quality. Even the sound guy who filled in until Lionel Ritchie took the stage was terrific and great to watch - and again, the sound crystal clear. Then Lionel Ritchie entered, and the sound quality dropped so dramatically we had difficulty distinguishing what he was saying and singing, even from right down the front. It was as though part of the speaker system had died out. When we, and many others, complained, we were told the technicians were trying to fix the problem. However, IT NEVER GOT FIXED! Odd, when it had been so good before.I wondered if it was a deliberate ploy to cover up the poor quality of his voice.

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The other disappointment was the amount of time he spent on stage - less than an hour and a half. Went to the Eagles concert in Sydney in December and they performed for over 3 hours in a spectacular, high-energy show with amazing sound quality. I know which one was better value for money! Would I attend another Lionel Ritchie concert? No way!


Lionel and Guy were awsome!!!
Leconfield Wines @
- McLaren Vale @
- Sun 3 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: I can't pinpoint 1 moment because I loved it all. @
Posted 14/04/2011
by purplejoan
I was excited from the very moment I woke up. It was a wonderful clear day.
The officials at the gate (and I must say we were first in line) were efficient but friendly. Having them going through my bags didn't dampen my excitement.
We had a long wait once the gates were open but the DJ was the best, he gave us all a laugh and the camera man pinpointed interesting people. It made time fly.
Guy Sebastion was the perfect lead up to Lionel. He was sensational and so humble. Lionel was, as always moving. He moved me to tears and laughter.
Overall the, way the event was run, was exceptional. We had no hassles from the moment we drove in to the moment we drove out.
I WILL BE BACK!!!
Leconfield Wines @
- McLaren Vale @
- Sun 3 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: I can't pinpoint 1 moment because I loved it all.


nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011

This was our first Lionel Richie concert,not being able to see him previously.As a fan of his music over the years we were not disappointed.The opening really got the adrenalin going and from there it was one hit after another.It was all over too soon. We really could have danced on the cieling all night long.Brilliant show.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: The electrifying opening @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian

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Lionel n Guy unreal
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Singing the final song along with Guy @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian was awesome. I would have paid the ticket price to see him alone. Australia has such amazing talent. @
Posted 13/04/2011
by Palagi
This was a fabulous concert from starting act to finishing act. Lionel Richie sang a great collection of his songs. My only critisism would be the lack of singing his new material, which was being sold on cd outside but chose to stick to the old songs from the Commodore 's and his earlir solo hits. It was a great concert to go as a family (I took my 13 yo, 12 yo and 9 yo ) and we all loved it.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Singing the final song along with Guy @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian was awesome. I would have paid the ticket price to see him alone. Australia has such amazing talent.

Dream come true - Lionel Richie and Guy Sebastian
Rochford Winery - A Day on the Green @
- Melbourne @
- 02/04/2011 @
Favourite moment: ALL NIGHT LONG - last song finale - very special! @
Posted 12/04/2011
by Songbirdbabe
Having two of my favourite artists performing on the same stage on the same night was awesomely AMAZING!! It was a wonderful girl’s weekend trip to Melbourne to attend this concert night.
Guy Sebastian came out to huge applause and performed his little buns off – what an amazing and gifted artist – that voice just gets better and better and I loved the funky dance moves. He had the audience spell bound when he sang Amazing Grace as a tribute to the flood and earthquake victims around the world. Not a dry eye on the green!
Lionel Richie was just so enjoyable to watch. He wanted people to party hard and we did! Loved all his hit songs – the time just went so quickly because he totally captivated his audience the whole time he was on stage. Lionel gave an energetic and polished concert performance – I totally loved him!!
The last song was ALL NIGHT LONG and I adored how Lionel invited Guy back on stage. They performed beautifully together and I love Lionel and the way he showed such respect for a young artist like Guy and you could see that Guy was just on cloud nine. A special moment for me and a great finish to an amazing day of music, food and wine!
This outdoor concert format was a new thing for me and I have to say I adored the whole outdoor concept and can’t wait to do it again very soon.
Rochford Winery - A Day on the Green @
- Melbourne @
- 02/04/2011 @
Favourite moment: ALL NIGHT LONG - last song finale - very special! @
Opening act(s): Lowrider - I enjoyed them while we were waiting.



Lionel Richie was the BEST!!!!
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: All of it - @
Posted 12/04/2011
by newlionelfan
The Lionel Richie was the BEST concert I have been to! We took our teenage kids and they also thought he was amazing! I have always loved his music but to see him live was truly amazing. Fantastic!!!
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: All of it –


Lionel was awesome
Leconfield Wines @
- McLaren Vale @
- Sun 3 Apr 2011 @
Opening act(s): Lowrider and Guy @
Posted 11/04/2011
by cushy
Perfect weather, perfect setting, awesome concert! Lowrider was an blusey sort of band which ease the crowd into the day followed by an amazing, funny dj. Guy came on got the crowd on their feet and warmed them up for Lionel followed again by the dj. Lionel came on entertained the crowd, had them on their feet for 1 1/2 hours, had us involved the whole time. Best concert ive been to since PINK. Cant wait till next year
Leconfield Wines @
- McLaren Vale @
- Sun 3 Apr 2011 @
Opening act(s): Lowrider and Guy

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Lionel Richie was amazing
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: When he walked onto the stage @
Opening act(s): He sang, All Around the World, then HELLO @
Posted 11/04/2011
by Supremegirl
I travelled from Brisbane to Perth to see Lionel Richie as we were overseas when he was on in Brisbane, would I do it again? You bet !!!!
He was everything and more that I hoped he would be on stage.
Every song he sang was AMAZING
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: When he walked onto the stage @
Opening act(s): He sang, All Around the World, then HELLO


nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: lionel @
Posted 11/04/2011
by Anonymous
overall good show seat were disappointing as we could not dance way to close
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: lionel

nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: When he sung Hello, but again not full length @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian, was not too bad either @
Posted 11/04/2011
by Kitten11
was awesome to see, venue seating was a bit uninspiring despite the high dollars spent to be on the "Full Viewing" ground level.
Lionel was in fine form, not all songs were sung at length, just half on average.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: When he sung Hello, but again not full length @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian, was not too bad either

Bimbadgen Estate @
- Pokolbin @
- Sat 26 Mar 2011 @
Posted 10/04/2011
by Anonymous
Really enjoyed Lionel Richie. The only thing that was disappointing was that the marquee was away from the actual stage. Would of preferred to see The acts before Lionel and hear there music from our Marquee. Went to Elton John last year at T2 winery And could see the stage from our marquee. When Elton came on we were also seated in the front.
Other then that the food was great and the pre- entertainment was good would of prefered to see and hear from Marquee.

Lionel has the energy of a 30 year old!
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: The finale @
Posted 09/04/2011
by hampster
From start to finish he wowed us with his charm, personality and of course, his amazing singing voice.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: The finale

Lionel was on fire!
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Dancing to Brick House @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian @
Posted 09/04/2011
by Dyer
Had a fab a fab night. Guy Sebastian warmed up the audience ready for Lionel who proved to be the superstar that he is, fully engaging with the audience. He was great!!
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Dancing to Brick House @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian

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AWESOME
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Duet with Guy & Lionel - All Night Long. Showed the graciouness of the 2 men. @
Setlist: Don't know what this means. @
Opening act(s): Loved Guy. So enjoyed Amazing Grace tribute. @
Posted 09/04/2011
by geminiss
Great performances from Ritchie & Sebastian making the show a double delight.
Lionel sure gave value for money.
Incredible musicians in both backing groups.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Duet with Guy & Lionel - All Night Long. Showed the graciouness of the 2 men. @
Setlist: Don't know what this means. @
Opening act(s): Loved Guy. So enjoyed Amazing Grace tribute.

Lionel is legendary
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: When he dedicated "We are the world " to MJ @
Posted 09/04/2011
by melr03
Great to see Lionel live. You just don't realise just how many of his songs you know and that you can sing along too. "All night long" is the best song to dance too.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: When he dedicated "We are the world " to MJ

Lionel Richie was "SENSATIONAL"
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: The whole night was a favourite moment. @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian, fantastic a great opening act. Guy and Lionel a class act. @
Posted 08/04/2011
by Vicca
Lionel Richie, a true entertainer, professional and the crowd just enjoyed every moment.
Definately worth the money. Honestly, to think he is 61 years old is unbelieveable.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: The whole night was a favourite moment. @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian, fantastic a great opening act. Guy and Lionel a class act.

Lionel was unforgettable
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Everything @
Opening act(s): Amazing @
Posted 08/04/2011
by Beanie
Well organised, fantastic sound, great performer, great back up band and guy sebastian was fantastic
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Everything @
Opening act(s): Amazing



lionel and guy were absolutely amazing
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: all of it @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian @
Posted 08/04/2011
by jean125
What a great night . Guy Sebastian just the best lead in act, so entertaining and then Lionel who was every bit as good as when I saw him at Sandleford Winery 3 years ago. Cant wait for his next visit to Australia.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: all of it @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian

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Rochford Wines @
- Coldstream @
- Sat 2 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: No one in particular @
Posted 08/04/2011
by Peabo
Lionel was amazing. Age doesn't seem to have stopped him and his voice is as good as ever. Venue was great, the only thing I was disappointed with was that we live a long way away and did not want to go to the earlier events, and were told that Lionel was on later than he was so missed a fair few of his songs. Never mind, what we saw I will never forget and he said he is coming back next year. So hope that is true!
Rochford Wines @
- Coldstream @
- Sat 2 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: No one in particular

Commodore Classics relived!
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Guy provided a haunting 'Amazing Grace" when playing tribute to the victims of floods and earthquakes of 2011. @
Posted 08/04/2011
by Kazzer
For me, the night's special memories came from Lionel's renditiions of the favourite Commodore tracks - "Easy", "Sail on' and "Three times a lady". Lionel quite rightly pointed out he had been there for our collective dates, engagements, weddings and celebrations in our lives - so true in our case. He was entertaining between songs and created a great rapport. It was difficult not to sing along the whole evening
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Guy provided a haunting 'Amazing Grace" when playing tribute to the victims of floods and earthquakes of 2011.



Lionel Richie was outasight
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: when someone knock my full warm beer over and jumping in the way every time i tried to get a photo of lionel just joking great all the way @
Setlist: as was planned to his concert tour why change it @
Opening act(s): Very good entertainer but wouldn,t buy any of his cd,s hard to handle song he did when you,ve heard otis redding sing it you can,t compare besides that he was very good but stick to his own style . @
Posted 08/04/2011
by Soulmanpete
the only thing that was wrong was warm watered down beer food which gave us regular visits to the toilet the next day seat and view was terrible and staff forever asking wheres your ticket no dance area other than that it was great could not fault any of the act lionel was just like the concert in paris 2007 spot on
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: when someone knock my full warm beer over and jumping in the way every time i tried to get a photo of lionel just joking great all the way @
Setlist: as was planned to his concert tour why change it @
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Best concert I have been to.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: All the songs were my favourites @
Posted 08/04/2011
by Gillian
Fantastic concert. Great voice. Better than CD's.
Great venue. Lionel had great banter between songs. Very likeable guy and better looking in real life. Crowd was also entertain ing . Playing up to the camera's.
Guy Subastian was also excellent.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: All the songs were my favourites

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Lionel Richie was fantastic
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Whole concert @
Setlist: Hello, Endless Love etc @
Posted 08/04/2011
by GMB123
Amazing concert, sang all his famous hits. Can't wait to see him again!!!
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Whole concert @
Setlist: Hello, Endless Love etc

Lionel & Guy - What a nightQ
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: When he did endless love and everyone sang to him. @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian, a true entertainer and a briliant support person. - Would go and see him if he does his own show. @
Posted 08/04/2011

by Nigevix
The show was absolutely brilliant, you forget how many songs Lionel Richie has released and his voice was just as amazing as it was back then. I love the release of all night long with Guy Sebastian, a great song and a worthy cause for the earthquake victims, you all have to buy this version from iTunes.
Fantastic tribute to Michael Jackson. Venue was set up great and was an intimate crowd.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: When he did endless love and everyone sang to him. @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian, a true entertainer and a briliant support person. - Would go and see him if he does his own show.


nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: all @
Opening act(s): great @
Posted 08/04/2011
by Anonymous
fantastic music we had a great night lional richie incrediable
would have liked an area to have a smoke I know thats bad but no pass out crap
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: all @
Opening act(s): great

Lionel Ritchie was amazing!!!!
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Posted 08/04/2011
by Anonymous
Lionel maybe 61yo, but he can still entertain everyone. He knows how to put on a show and interact with the audience. Thoroughly enjoyed the evening, better than my expectations. I didn't know he was so funny!!!!!

Lional a great showman
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Hello is it me your looking for @
Setlist: Commodores and Lionals Greatest hits @
Opening act(s): Guy Sabastion @
Posted 08/04/2011
by boomshakalaka
The entire evening was amzing, had a great time, met some great people. Guy opened well and Lional was entertaining, all songs were really great, it sounded great and the seats we had were great. I cant fault the night, looking forward to seeing him next time
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Hello is it me your looking for @
Setlist: Commodores and Lionals Greatest hits @
Opening act(s): Guy Sabastion

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Lionel Richie was absolutely amazing.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: His dedication to Lyn Barnett, singing Three Times a Lady. Wonderful! @
Setlist: Hello, All Night Long, Dancing on the Ceiling, Penny Lover, Sail On, Still. Three Time a Lady. @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian was really good. He has a really good voice and his dance moves and high energy was a highlight. @
Posted 08/04/2011
by Rampers
Top 100 Contributor
Lionel Richie is the ultimate entertainer. His body of songs speak for themselves with
each one holding a special memory. His high energy concert certainly did not show his
age and his voice is still fantastic. It was a real treat to be able to see such a quality
showman with a real personality.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: His dedication to Lyn Barnett, singing Three Times a Lady. Wonderful! @
Setlist: Hello, All Night Long, Dancing on the Ceiling, Penny Lover, Sail On, Still. Three Time a Lady. @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian was really good. He has a really good voice and his dance moves and high energy was a highlight.



Lionel was great
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: the whole show was great @
Opening act(s): Guy was excellent @
Posted 08/04/2011
by MAREE7
Was Exciting and great ,money well spent and the songs he sang made me remember The past and where I was at that time
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: the whole show was great @
Opening act(s): Guy was excellent


Lionel Richie was amazing
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Every song! @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian - would like to see more of him. Great voice, moves well and engages the audience @
Posted 07/04/2011
by treeza
Top 1000 Contributor
Best concert. Saw him 3years ago at Sandalford.
He was even better this time. Builds great rapport with an audience and is
vey natural and engaging. Hi voice hasn't changed over the years, its just
the same - wonderful.
No complaints about concert only about lack of anywhere to sit and eat your
your food. Trying to juggle wine/food was lousy. There was plenty of room to
have tables and chairs set up in various places.
At Sandalford at least you could
sit on the grass and eat and there was not much room to sit at your seat and eat as they were tied together with cable ties and they were very close
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Every song! @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian - would like to see more of him. Great voice, moves well and engages the audience

Lionel Ritchie - consumate professional!!
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Setlist: Hello, Endless Love, All night Long, Dancing on the Ceiling, @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian...fabulous entertainer. @
Posted 07/04/2011
by LizP
A brilliant evening out with my partner, with an amazing performer! Lionel was witty and engaging throughout his performance, however I much prefered the Sandleford venue, where he played 3 years ago than NIB Stadium, for both ease of location and facilities offered.There was an issue with acoustics with feedback noise bouncing off the stadium behind us. A little off putting, but otherwise all had a very enjoyable evening.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Setlist: Hello, Endless Love, All night Long, Dancing on the Ceiling, @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian...fabulous entertainer.

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Lionel Ritchie soooo entertaining
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: When he sang "Stuck On You" would have to be my favorite, bought a tear to my eye @
Posted 07/04/2011
by Suziep
Top 1000 Contributor
Didn't know what to expect my first lionel concert ever loved every minute so very entertaining I wanted to see more, he worked the crowd and they loved it, so my energy and the memories of the songs all came back to me
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: When he sang "Stuck On You" would have to be my favorite, bought a tear to my eye

Lionel Richie Top Notch
Rochford Wines @
- Coldstream @
- Sat 2 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Dancing on the Ceiling All Night Long @
Posted 07/04/2011
by MrMusic
What a great day, clouds were rolling in but the rain stayed away. Lionel Richie hasn't lost it at all. Must say Guy Sebastian handles himself very well live. Lowrider weren't too bad either. Only downer was the food court not much on variety.
Rochford Wines @
- Coldstream @
- Sat 2 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Dancing on the Ceiling All Night Long



Lionel made me dance on the ceiling....
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: EVERYTHING!! @
Opening act(s): Guy was a hit.. the ladies loved him. @
Posted 07/04/2011
by LoZZP
Since I was young I have been a massive fan of Lionel...... Being a little girl dancing the night away on my parents lounge room floor.
His performance, his stage manner, his interaction with the crowd was unforgettable.
He doesn’t look a day older and sings like he isn’t...
The venue was great. Outside, spacious and never too long for a drink or toilet break.
I VERY MUCH hope Lionel is back next year because I wouldn’t miss it for the world.. xx
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: EVERYTHING!! @
Opening act(s): Guy was a hit.. the ladies loved him.


nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Posted 07/04/2011
by SEVE
It was a very entertaining evening. Lionel is an excellent performer and has an unbelievable stage personality. The act by Guy Sebastian was also of a very high standard.

Richie - not just a Performer but an Entertainer
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian was just the best. what a fine performer and roll model. I was surprised at how much I enjoyed his act ... @
Posted 07/04/2011
by pb22
Top 1000 Contributor
I really enjoyed this concert, although it was less a concert and more like a Las Vegas show than your usual concert, complete with that glitzy Vegas sound, lights and presentation. Richie certainly knew how to get the audience involved and a few more entertainers could do well to learn a few lessons from this. It doesn't matter how good a muso you are, if the audience thinks they are just and "add-on" to you then their enjoyment factor is greatly reduced.
Congratulations Lionel for keeping me entertained - after all, that's what I paid my money for ...
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian was just the best. what a fine performer and roll model. I was surprised at how much I enjoyed his act ...

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Lionel the legend.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: 3 encores..and the engagment with the crowd throughout. @
Opening act(s): Guy sebastian. @
Posted 07/04/2011
by Batzy
What a refreshing change to experiance an artist who doesnt fill a stage full of half naked backing dancers, silly effects to woo the croud, Lionel simply walked on stage, engaged in the audience from the first song to the last. everyone was standing, dancing & singing throughout.
if you judge a concert by the peoples smiles as they left, this concert left perth smiling ear to ear and wanting more.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: 3 encores..and the engagment with the crowd throughout. @
Opening act(s): Guy sebastian.

Lionel is the man!
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Dancing on the ceiling @
Setlist: Around the World, Ballerina girl, Brick House, Hello,
dancing on the ceiling, All night long @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastion - a good MC but cheese central otherwise especially when compared to the grand daddy of cool. @
Posted 07/04/2011


Lionel Richie - wowed the audience
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: When he sang Ballerina Girl, took me back to when I met my husband @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian was good and my daughter especially enjoyed seeing him @
Posted 07/04/2011
by haystack
My daugther who is 14 came with me as this was a Birthday Present. From the moment the concert started we didn't stop clapping and tapping our feet and enjoyed every moment. Lionel played all the old favourites and all of mine. My daugther especially enjoyed when he came back on and sang Dancing on the Ceiling. He was still as good as when I saw him years ago at the NEC in Birmingham UK
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: When he sang Ballerina Girl, took me back to when I met my husband @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian was good and my daughter especially enjoyed seeing him

Lionel Richie was amazinggg!!!
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Still, Truly, We are the World, Hello and All Night Long. @
Posted 07/04/2011
by Kristen11
Lionel's concert was incredible. He sang so many hits and the stage and lighting were superb. Guy Sebastian was a class act to start the show and a consummate entertainer in his own right. I have nothing but praise for the entire show and I will definitely come back to see Lionel if he returns next year...
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Still, Truly, We are the World, Hello and All Night Long.


Lionel Ritchie was Fantastic
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Endless Love @
Posted 07/04/2011
by KPDW
What a great night. All those memories came flooding back. Truly enjoyed ourselves and danced our socks off........thankyou Lionel for me not having a voice for the last three days.....I sang my heart out!!
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Endless Love

Up close and personal
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Dialogue with the audience @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian and the band were great performers. A great warm up, good to see him up there with lionel later on. @
Posted 07/04/2011
by Tammo
After joining the cues for food and beer, we made it to our fantastic seats directly in front of the stage. Not too close, yet close enought to see Guy and Lionel "in the flesh". The band members and the array of instruments used were magnificent and supported Lionel to provide a memorable experience. All the old songs and some of Guy's newer ones completed my expectations. Top show!!
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Dialogue with the audience @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian and the band were great performers. A great warm up, good to see him up there with lionel later on.

[prinia]

Lional Richie Rocks
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: The audience singing "Hello" to Lionel @
Opening act(s): Totally impressed by Guy Sebastian - pitch perfect voice, great stage presence and boy can he move! @
Posted 07/04/2011
by Kindeyes1
Lionel Richie at the age of 62 rocked NIB stadium on Wednesday night.
From the moment he sang 'hello' from back stage (with the crowd signing righ tback to him) up to the 'all night long' finale, he had the whole crowd in the palm of his hand.
True Hollywood style - huge audience participation, lots of oohs and aahs and laughs, lots of laughs. An amazingly warm and fuzzy evening.......... if only it could be bottled!
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: The audience singing "Hello" to Lionel @
Opening act(s): Totally impressed by Guy Sebastian - pitch perfect voice, great stage presence and boy can he move!

Still rocking
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Singing hello and kissing my wife at the same time @
Posted 07/04/2011
by Vampiro
That was very very exating and he still rocking plus very frienly atmosphera that concert was mi wife present thanks guys to make it the best present ever cheers mate
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Singing hello and kissing my wife at the same time



nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: all @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian another fantastic act - will definately see him again @
Posted 07/04/2011
by Forbesy
Top 100 Contributor
It was a night to remember - from the moment he said " hello " i wanted to party "all night long" - he seems like a really genuine guy - fantastic
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: all @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian another fantastic act - will definately see him again

Review 49 for Lionel Richie

fantastic as always
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: dancing on the ceiling @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian was fantastic, what an amazing voice, even better was that he was dressed in full tartan and looked like Sheldon @
Posted 07/04/2011
by sprout82
this was a concert that was never meant to disapoint. it was amazing from begining to end. saw him a few years back and he was brilliant then and brilliant now. what a fantastic entertainer.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: dancing on the ceiling @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian was fantastic, what an amazing voice, even better was that he was dressed in full tartan and looked like Sheldon


lionel ritchie
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: all of it @
Posted 07/04/2011
by whaka
what an awesome event cant wait for lionel to come back again he is fantastic and guy sebastian wow amazing what a talented guy BEST NIGHT OUT IN SUCH A LONG TIME
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: all of it



A feel good concert!
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Watching the crowd react to his songs. @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian is great. He certainly warmed up the crowd and having seen him go through Australian Idol and now be on stage with a Legend - I felt proud for him. @
Posted 07/04/2011
by jon6565
What's not to like about Lionel Richie? I lived with his hits through the 80's and 90's and every song he played was a hit in my mind. A fantastic night and a great crowd.
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Watching the crowd react to his songs. @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian is great. He certainly warmed up the crowd and having seen him go through Australian Idol and now be on stage with a Legend - I felt proud for him.

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Lionel Richie
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Wow, hard to pick just one, 'we are the world' 'hello' 'ballerina girl' all commodores numbers - in fact every song was great and sung well @
Setlist: all of it really, sorry not to be more helpful - but it truly was 'all great' @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian, really, what is there to say.....................his voice is head and shoulders above others of his generation, every word was clear and understandable. What a talented young man. @
Posted 07/04/2011
by Madeleine55
More of an experience than just a 'show'
The lighting was spectacular
The sound was amazing
Of course, Guy Sebastian was in top form
as the warm up act.
For an older gentleman, Mr Richie bounced across the stage
from side to side, I was surprised by his energy.
All in all, in the final moments, he said "I will see you next year"
As I brought the tickets as a surprise for my husband who is a Lionel Richie
nutcase, I wasnt expecting to enjoy the show as much as I did.
We will be back next year, if Mr Richie is able to make it to Australia
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Wow, hard to pick just one, 'we are the world' 'hello' 'ballerina girl' all commodores numbers - in fact every song was great and sung well @
Setlist: all of it really, sorry not to be more helpful - but it truly was 'all great' @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian, really, what is there to say.....................his voice is head and shoulders above others of his generation, every word was clear and understandable. What a talented young man.

Lionel Richie Amazing
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Loved it All @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian Very good @
Posted 07/04/2011
by therocket
The mood was set with Guy Sebastian, Then Lionel Richie came on and took on a trip down memory lane, Hello, 3 times a lady , brick house the list went on endless love with the audience , awesome. then to finish up with a tribute twith the song he co wrote withMichael Jackson - we are the world just finished off a great night
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Loved it All @
Opening act(s): Guy Sebastian Very good



Lionel n Guy entertained us
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Singing endless love with lionel @
Opening act(s): Fantastic @
Posted 07/04/2011
by Fuzzball
Guy performed really well. Lionel sang all his hits and was very engaging with the crowd
nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Favourite moment: Singing endless love with lionel @
Opening act(s): Fantastic


nib Stadium @
- Perth @
- Wed 6 Apr 2011 @
Posted 07/04/2011
by Anonymous
best night , especially since we were given different seating when the ones i booked were given away. thanks for putting us in a great seat.

AMAZING
Bimbadgen Estate @
- Pokolbin @
- Sat 26 Mar 2011 @
Favourite moment: The dj at the start is great to watch, this is my second a day on the green and i love just watching him very entertaining @
Opening act(s): lowrider and guy sebastian @
Posted 07/04/2011
by Kellie87