Review coming - Tony Orlando concert in Northfield, Ohio
I had the pleasure of interviewing Tony when I worked in radio in Sterling, Illinois. That interview was one of the highlights of my career in media. It truly stuck with me as it was genuine and heartfelt. He cares about people and his audience. It shows in his performances. I have seen him a few time before I moved to Ohio. The Wild Rose Casino in Clinton Iowa, was the first, memorable show. One of his shows at the Wild Rose had me standing and watching with Leon Spinks. I also went to the Grand Victoria Casino in Elgin, Illinois. He and the band were playing performing their Chistmas show. It was in the lobby of the casino and so darn accessible, it was as if they were in your living room. That night, Tony was ill, but he still showed up and performed. Meanwhile, Sterling, Illinois is the hometown to many of Cole brothers' relatives, who are part of the Lefty brothers Band (Tony's bad). I will be seeing them as well. Kerry and Tracy Cole are superb musicians and having them in Tony's band, is great. I will be reporting on the show and meeting up with Tony and the Cole brothers as well. More later...
