O.A.R. 

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• O.A.R. is one of my all time favorite bands! I have so many good memories from their music that I could go on and on about! Unfortunately I have only seen them once but it was a night I will never forget; January 27, 2007 at Madison Square Garden.

  I am not usually a fan of huge venues like this, as I usually feel like smaller venues are more intimate and it’s a more emotional experience, but this was one of the best nights of my life. O.A.R. hit so many of their classics that night including my all time favorite “That Was A Crazy Game Of Poker” as their last song before the encore. The energy was incredible and the entire concert just had an overall feel great type of attitude to it.

  As a musician, hearing Marc Roberge’s voice is like tasting chocolate for the first time. I can only wish I could have vocal abilities like that. Their music is generally just so uplifting and healthy.

  If you are a fan of rock, you need to check this band out. As I said before, you just can’t listen to O.A.R. without feeling incredible. I give this concert a 10/10 experience and thinking about it now, I am upset I haven’t been able to go to another O.A.R. show.

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  By Anonymous

• O.A.R are a great example of a cult phenomena as the American rock band may not have scored any real major commerciality in the US yet they have been consistently releasing solid material since their debut LP 'The Wanderer' in 1997. This commitment to quality rock has seen the band to attain a devoted fan base who continue to support them on their new releases and consistently sell out their tours.

  Lesser known in the UK, the band still pulls a sizeable crowd to their gigs in the capital as they have a similar level of cult status with the British audience. The crowd sings along proudly to favourites such as 'Hey Girl' and 'Lay Down'. A solid live band, they sound pitch perfect and allow their instruments to command the attention of the crowds.

  Playing an extensive set reaching from different points in their long career, the audience are responsive to airing of new tracks and applaud enthusiastically. The mass scream-along to the well known 'Shattered (Turn the Car Around)' leaves the band smiling graciously and a gratitude to the adoring fans.

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  by sean-ward

• Great venue to see OAR, James Bay and Train. It appeared that during the beginning of James Bay's set that there were not enough speakers to fully fill the space, but they figured out how to fix that audio by the end of the show. James Bay - Let it Go brought chills. He is so so great live - and even more talented of a live performer than he is a recorded artist. Extremely talented guitar player, and integrated rock with his adaption of Creedence Clearwater Revival's 'Proud Mary.' The night ended with Train - they were... AMAZING. Patrick Monahan has such a stage presence and was nothing but smiles the entire night. The set list was so on point, and even included an appearance from Matt Nathanson. They finished with Hey Soul Sista and Drops of Jupiter.

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  by katey-kanata

• O.A.R. Never fails live. If you've never seen a live show before, they are a great band to start with. They always play the classics you came to hear and also have a great mix of new songs they throw in. They are a great jam band and they will make you love the sound of saxophones and trombones. This is my 5th time seeing them and I'll probably see them until they retire.

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  by Marveto

• Absolutely fantastic show from start to finish. The highlight was “Crazy Game of Poker” which we never dreamed they’d play. The lead singer of the Huntertones singing “Peace” was another nice touch. Can’t tell you how long we’ve waited to see an OAR headliner show and it didn’t disappoint!

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  by melissa-5

• Solid show, they played well, mixed it up a bunch, had great energy and solid guests. Best they've sounded in years and played a new venue that was great. Highly recommend seeing them if you haven't before or keep on going if you're a lifelong fan like I am.

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  by peter-derry

• This was an amazing concert and an historic venue. Not only was O.A.R. phenomenal, Brynn Elliott and The Allen Stone band also killed. The two opening bands were a pleasant surprise. O.A.R. is a MUST SEE band.

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  by chaplain11

• LoveO.A.R.! They were awesome as usual! Seen them numerous times! Don't care to much for Ravina! Second time seeing them there way to hard to see them! Wished they would go back to Northerly Island!

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  by laura-alexiou

• Great show as always from the Maryland boys! Setlist was full of old favorites with newer songs peppered in too. All around amazing night. Can not wait for the love album to be released.

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  by jwgroves6

• They were awesome! Had great energy for a rainy day. I was very sad that they had to be cut short because of the rain. They also played all my favorite songs.

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  by annadoskey