Michael Buble...Not Just Another Crooner

I am so...so glad I attended Michael Bulbe's concert at London's O2 Arena, accompanied by my 'main squeeze' Marie (not that I'm fortunate to have a minor squeeze!).

In truth I have been a quiet admirer of the 'Buble' for about a year. Owning a couple of his CDs I have developed an appreciation for his jazz vocals.
Of course he's also blessed with good looks, youth, style and fortune (the shit!!); but is that enough to give him all round appeal as an artist?

Even the crooner was quick to jibe that judging from the gender of his fan base, the males in the audience may have come along under duress.
So if you are turned off by 'easy listening jazz chic music' why do I still think Michael Bulbe, is a simply a must see live performer?

It could be his deceptively relaxed style? or his exceptionally talented band?. Then again, the set design and lighting displays were so fantastic, its worth seeing first hand.

While all of these aided in making the 24th July show a memorable event; Buble's personal multi-facet characteristics really stole the show.

On stage that night was not just Buble the singer, but also Buble the comic, the mischievous cheeky boy, the soft-hearted people person, the lad and the playfully foul mouthed, all rolled into one.

More importantly you got the sense this was not an act. As if in response to a call be a well known rapper, this was the "real Michael Buble standing up!". And so he was able to connect with every member of the audience, whether young, old, male or female.

Whatever the preferred musical pallet, we were taken willingly on the lyrical journey from old standards to modern ballads. There was simply nothing else to do but relax and enjoy the ride. It's these unique qualities that makes Michael Bulbe not just another good jazz vocalist, but also a great entertainer.