1993 But oddly enough, the man himself seems to have mostly dropped off the radar, though it's hard to pinpoint exactly when or how it happened. Now that the guy is almost 80 years old, he's done trying to redefine music. Tour: Cloudflare Ray ID: 7b9d4937fcba2cc7 So yeah, he's got a busy family life. As if that doesn't sound scary enough, the full story is even scarier: Laura Jackson's Neil Diamond: His Life, His Music, His Passion explains that Diamond had been feeling pain in his back and numbness in his leg for quite some time beforehand, and the so-called "portion of a vertebra" was actually a tumor, compressing his spinal cord. The Live In America tour was the biggest and possibly the most ambitious tour Neil Diamond had undertaken at that time in his career, where his intention was to visit every state throughout the United states, giving fans nationwide the opportunity to see their idol live. He is one of the finest and most successful songwriters of the last forty years as well as being a multi-platinum selling recording artist and one of the most dynamic and consummate live performers of his generation. The best part about watching Neil perform live is the fact that even at his, ahem, advanced age he still gets up there and dances like he was twenty five years old and it gives me hope that at that age I might have half as much fun as he does now! 70s 80s 90s 00s. Thursday, April 18, 1996 Perth, Australia Burswood Dome 2 By what name was Neil Diamond: The 'Thank You Australia' Concert (1976) officially released in Canada in English? Diamonds voice is still strong as is his stamina with a show of over two hours. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for NOS Vintage 1996 Neil Diamond I Am I Said Pop Rock Made in USA XL Shirt at the best online prices at eBay! World Tour 1996. (10% off), Sale Price USD 164.99 It was a joy seeing the excited faces in every town and city we visited, which made the decision to present this mammoth tour worthwhile.. Friday, November 5, 1993 Hartford, Connecticut Civic Center 2 Set where you live, what language you speak, and the currency you use. Saturday, December 7, 1996 Tampa, Florida Ice Palace 1 From Neil Diamond Follow Fans Also Viewed Monster Jam See all 117 Events Beyonc Sunday, December 19, 1999 Rochester, New York Blue Cross Arena 1 The fans turned up in their droves to witness, and be part of another performance by the legendary singer at the iconic venue. Monday, June 24, 1996 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Civic Arena 2 Neil's fourth album was Brother Love's Travelling Salvation Show. 1-14. In 1987 Neil Diamond returned to the Greek Theatre to perform a sequel to his highly acclaimed Hot August Night concert of 1972, it was simply, and unimaginatively called, Hot August Night ll, however, Diamond was aware of the enormous success of the original concerts, and believed in continuing with a formula that didnt need adjusting, and true to form, it worked. 66.232.124.250 Tour: Consider for a moment just how long Neil Diamond's music has been around, and it's hard not to notice how his songs have transformed from pop hits to part of the tapestry of American life. 19:00 Saturday, June 12, 1999 Christchurch, New Zealand Westpac Events Centre 4 Show all. Have a look which song was played how often in 1993! At 76, Neil's voice was not as strong but still solid and beautiful with the depth it has always had. Friday, November 15, 1996 Norman, Oklahoma Lloyd Noble Center 1 Neil Diamond was comfortable with his position in the music industry, no longer concerned with chart success, but to continue to write music that appealed to him and his legions of fans, he wasnt in a hurry, there was nothing to prove. Ticket stub. Wednesday, December 2, 1998 Ames, Iowa Hilton Coliseum 1 No crossings out though. Regardless, Christmas only comes once a year, and this musician seems to enjoy putting out new albums every time the sleigh balls are ringing. A rare Swdish picture disc - Cherry Cherry b/w Solitary Man. Performance & security by Cloudflare. Has Neil starting printing his own currency? Friday, February 19, 1999 Glasgow, Scotland SECC 3 It was a gruelling schedule, where Neil would state -, The tour took a lot out of us physically, but it gave us so much back on an emotional level. Denim Jacket from the USA & UK 1993/94 tour. Sunday, November 17, 1996 Wichita, Kansas Kansas Coliseum 1 In 2012, he got a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Some more modern tickets from recent years - how prices have changed. Your IP: Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Barbra: The Concert (DVD, 1993) at the best online prices at eBay! We've sent you an email to confirm your subscription. This page is best viewed in an up-to-date web browser with style sheets (CSS) enabled. It was on my bucket list and I'm happy to say it was well worth it! In the 1990s, he and his wife of 30 years divorced. NEIL DIAMOND CENTRAL WEBSITE - http://www.neildiamondcentral.com/"I have the best seat in the house. Neil has saved his A-game weapon for a huge finale of 'Sweet Caroline', perhaps his most iconic hit. None of this means he can't still put out new music whenever he feels like it, it just means he's taken a step back from the industry as a whole and now has the opportunity to bask in his achievements. Please find attached a picture of a neil diamond ticket from 1981 in Tucson Az. (15% off), Sale Price USD 17.99 Sadly, there remains no cure for Parkinson's. ", Though it would be nice to end on a positive note, sadly, real life doesn't care about the tune. Friday, August 28, 1992 Worcester, Massachusetts Centrum 3 Free shipping for many products! Tuesday, November 3, 1998 Madison, Wisconsin Kohl Center 1 And he hasn't gotten full of himself or forgotten his fans: "My thanks goes out to my loyal and devoted audiences around the world. This concert from the Sydne Read allNeil Diamond is an American legend. Unfortunately there are no concert dates for Neil Diamond scheduled in 2023. Wednesday, July 31, 1996 Seattle, Washington Key Arena 2 Neil Diamond is truly a wonderful performer and this concert was no exceptionThe fact that he is 76 years young and still performing almost non-stop for 2 hours is amazing! I've avoided getting too hot; I've avoided overexposure, staying away from television for a long time has been part of it." Saturday, November 30, 1996 Lafayette, Louisiana Cajundome 1 Neil also composed a new song Back In L.A. talking of the joy of touring but also of coming home again, it was a fun upbeat number of life on the road, it appeared Neil was on fine form. Wednesday, February 10, 1999 Dublin, Ireland The Point 6 Great show, great voice. Friday, December 3, 1993 Chicago, Illinois Chicago Stadium 3 Thursday, March 4, 1993 Roanoke, Virginia Roanoke Civic Center 1 This was the time Diamond was entrenched in the safe middle of the road, cabaret period of his career, with his future successes 12 Songs, and. America 02. The audience was so enthusiastic-you could tell he is beloved by his fans and also could tell he loves his fans. Given the spate of musical legends dying in the past few years I am making a conscious effort to see some of those that I have never seen before. Etsys 100% renewable electricity commitment includes the electricity used by the data centers that host Etsy.com, the Sell on Etsy app, and the Etsy app, as well as the electricity that powers Etsys global offices and employees working remotely from home in the US. Get the best seats available when tickets go on sale in your city! 1999 Saturday, October 31, 1998 Milwaukee, Wisconsin Milwaukee Arena 2 USD 166.03, USD 188.67 After a tragic diagnosis of Parkinson's disease led Neil Diamond to cancel the remainder of his 50th anniversary tour in 2018, as well as announcing his retirement, it seemed that the famed singer was done performing. Diese Diskografie ist eine bersicht ber die musikalischen Werke des US-amerikanischen Singer-Songwriters Neil Diamond. You only have to take one look at the passionate manner in which he delivers hits such as 'Cracklin' Rosie' to understand that Neil Diamond would not be content with a simple retirement. One of these performances was recorded and released as Hot August Night, a double album which many consider his finest work. This is a true vintage pass not a modern reproduction. (15% off), Keep collections to yourself or inspire other shoppers! Filmed at the Aquarius Theatre, Los Angeles, 1988, in front of a selectaudience, Diamond performs his greatest hits, or so says the title of the ensuing Video/DVD, which is something of a misnomer, as there are many notable omissions, all hair splitting aside, this is a good show. Thursday 19th October. (20% off), Sale Price USD 33.96 By continuing past this page, you agree to our. All rights reserved. Or anywhere. Wednesday, November 11, 1998 Buffalo, New York Marine Midland Arena 1 Saturday, August 28, 1999 Billings, Montana Metrapark 1 1991 Tuesday, December 17, 1991 Fort Worth, Texas Tarrant County Convention Center 2 Saturday, December 21, 1991 Houston, Texas The Summit 2 1992 Tuesday, February 4, 1992 Cleveland, Ohio The Coliseum 2 Friday, February 7, 1992 Dayton, Ohio Ervin J. Nutter Center 2 Monday, February 10, 1992 Auburn Hills . Tuesday, December 21, 1999 Worcester, Massachusetts Centrum 1 Join 432,895 fans getting concert alerts for this artist. Size: 3.25 in x 4.75 in. Friday, December 6, 1996 Orlando, Florida Orlando Arena 1 Written-By - Carole King, Gerry Goffin. Saturday, May 11, 1996 Manchester, England Nynex Arena 2 Error: please enter city or zip code or click "See All Cities" below. Whilst the album and content was an impressive package, there seemed to be something amiss with the sound mix, where some would comment that Neil sounds like he is in a sound vortex, I never got that impression myself, but I did think that it didnt capture every nuance of sound like the original Hot August Night'album. Related Buy Meta Added by Mathieu Managed by Bastien Highlights Originals 96 Covers 127 Tuesday, August 20, 1996 Anaheim, California Arrowhead Pond 2 Either way, the music of Jewish folk singer Neil Diamond is about as American as apple pie more American, actually, since Diamond was born in Brooklyn and since the earliest recipe for apple pie actually comes from England. Sunday, November 8, 1998 Columbus, Ohio Schottenstein Center 1 Etsy is powered by 100% renewable electricity. From the New Musical Express and Radio Mirror relating to Neil from 1966- about 1974. Public collections can be seen by the public, including other shoppers, and may show up in recommendations and other places. No, Diamond, who turned 77 Wednesday, isn't done with music. Luckily for his loyal fan base both old and new, the veteran singer/songwriter shows no sign of slowing down. Neil Diamond is an American legend. (20% off), Sale Price USD 85.00 He's made his mark. All nitpicking aside, Hot August Night ll is another impressive addition to Neil Diamonds live career, and proves that despite the ever changing music trends, Neil Diamond remained a continuing constant, still able to fill arenas and sell albums like no other artist. Please find attached a picture of a neil diamond ticket from 1981 in Tucson Az. Wednesday, February 24, 1999 Newcastle, England Telewest Arena 2 Touring Australia October & November 2015 . This ride has been 'so good, so good, so good' thanks to you.". Original Price USD 188.67 Seattle Center Coliseum's concert list along with photos, videos, and setlists of their past concerts & performances. Some of his biggest early successes as a songwriter came from writing for The Monkees, most notably their mega-hit Im a Believer. No big deal, right? The 2008 summer tour will deliver a familiar yet unique fan experience featuring amazing production, innovative stage design and, of course, an unparalleled set list of Diamonds most beloved hits. Neil Diamond Memorabilia, Beatles Autograph, Original Autographed Signed LPs Records, Elvis Autographed Photo, The Listeners The flip side is theres a price premium for that privilege. Sellers looking to grow their business and reach more interested buyers can use Etsys advertising platform to promote their items. However, Diamond has done his best to keep ahead of the disease's progression by staying active, staying social, taking his medications, and continuing to engage in the art he's passionate about. Original Price USD 18.46 Here is the intrepid bear watching Neil in Glasgow. Also at this time Neil had released two albums prior to the tour, the Lovescape album, and his Up On The Roof ', (Songs From The Brill Building) album, and was keen to showcase these on the tour. Neil Diamond Concerts 1990s. When asked at the gala how he was doing, Diamond replied, "I'm feeling great. "Give me your tired, your poor, Friday, November 19, 1993 Landover, Maryland USAir Arena 1 I can see everybody. It is the sort of happy go lucky music that you can't help but tap your foot to and dance. The Playbill for Neil's first ever shows in Las Vegas. Sure, that rapper Will Smith ended up becoming one of the biggest movie stars in the world, but on the other hand, nobody ever (wants to) remember From Justin to Kelly. This type of data sharing may be considered a sale of information under California privacy laws. Wednesday, December 9, 1998 Charleston, West Virginia Civic Coliseum 1 Thursday, February 18, 1993 Orlando, Florida Orlando Arena 3 The original lyric reads: Now life has killed the dream I dreamed, whereasNeil sang: But life cant kill the dream I dreamed. 1-13. Sheet Music for the song which Neil made a hit in 1966. Artists > D > Diamond, Neil > Tour Statistics. All rights reserved. He is one of the finest and most successful songwriters of the last forty years as well as being a multi-platinum selling recording artist and one of the most dynamic and consummate live performers of his generation. This night was the perfect comeback vehicle for Diamond, as the event itself benefited the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, and during the same gala, he was honored with an award that celebrated his long and influential career. Neil Diamond is 6 feet tall, although his onstage presence may make him seem larger than life. Friday, May 28, 1999 Perth, Australia Burswood Dome 2 Find information on all of Neil Diamonds upcoming concerts, tour dates and ticket information for 2023-2024. Friday, November 26, 1993 Dayton, Ohio Ervin J. Nutter Center 2 Tuesday, July 16, 1996 Fargo, North Dakota Fargodome 1 This is a rare item, a set of Neil Diamond playing cards circa 1976. Tuesday, October 1, 1996 Landover, Maryland USAir Arena 1 Neil Diamond Real name Neil Leslie Diamond Born January 24, 1941 Country United States IPI 00008145801 60 works 00040658786 114 works Affiliation SESAC Comments Singer, songwriter and occasional actor. It could have been a gradual evolution away from the Las Vegas style that Diamond had adopted in the middle years, where in later years he would revert to singing his songs rather than the often criticised talk-singing, or hard singing that Neil adopted at that time, that is not to say the fayre on offer is not good, but I believe Neil learned how to sing again under the guidance of Rick Rubin, which was evident in his later Live shows, particularly his hugely acclaimed 50th Anniversary World Tour. Tuesday, September 1, 1992 Albany, New York Knickerbocker Arena 2 Sure, he posts the occasional photo or two sometimes even personal pictures of his lovable dogs but it's rare. to track Neil Diamond and get concert alerts when they play near you. I joined the RN as an Artificer Apprentice in 1993. Setlists. Neil Diamond was great! Wednesday, December 8, 1999 Indianapolis, Indiana Conseco Fieldhouse 1 Original Price USD 199.99 Regardless, this lack of a heavy social media presence might explain why he might seem "absent" compared to all the other Twitter-crazed celebs out there. This is followed by the lovely Hello Again after which Neil addresses the audience and recounts when he first played at the venue, stating, I first played at the Aquarius Theatre in December 1966, where a reviewer said, Diamond beat a strategic retreat from the stage, and I did, but you know, after twenty years practice, I dont have to beat a strategic retreat anymore, I can stay up here, and people sit and listen, its a nice feeling. He then continues with a warm and sincere Heartlight its a wonderful moment as we see Neil as the smooth, classy and charismatic performer that he is, he then performs 'Jungletime' from the Beautiful Noise album, which is a fabulous performance, displaying all the dramatic poses and movements that is so evidently Neil Diamond. Get access to preferred seating to see Neil Diamond from some of the best seats in the house! Keep in mind that anyone can view public collectionsthey may also appear in recommendations and other places. Saturday, June 27, 1992 Dublin, Ireland Croke Park 2 When it comes down to it, Neil Diamond is a family man, and that role comes first in his life. Neil Diamonds immense standing as a live performer. Friday, September 25, 1992 San Diego, California Sports Arena 3 You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Yikes! In 2017, he put out a 50th anniversary collection. To be fair, it's hard for musicians to successfully make the jump into acting. There was also a runway leading to the centre of the stage, which would allow Neil to stand up front for the more poignant songs. US. US. Saturday, November 23, 1996 Houston, Texas The Summit 1 Thursday, August 8, 1996 Reno, Nevada Lawlor Events Center 1 Monday, March 15, 1993 Norman, Oklahoma Lloyd Noble Center 1 Thursday, December 16, 1993 Inglewood, California The Forum 5 Sunday, May 16, 1993 Atlanta, Georgia Omni 2 Sunday, March 1, 1992 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Civic Arena 2 He was gracious to the crowd who so warmly welcomed him. . After a tragic diagnosis of Parkinson's disease led Neil Diamond to cancel the remainder of his 50th anniversary tour in 2018, as well as announcing his retirement, it seemed that the famed singer was done performing. Saturday, August 3, 1996 Spokane, Washington Spokane Arena 1 He attended New York University on a fencing scholarship and his ultimate life ambition was a career in medicine, motivated by a desire to discover the cure to cancer after his Grandmother passed away from the disease. USD 140.56, USD 234.27 Poster. ", My country 'tis of thee, sweet land of liberty. Claude-Michel Schoenbergs Broadway smash Les Miserables, based upon the novel by Victor Hugo, the song I Dreamed A Dream reflected the deep poverty and misery ofthe Parisian underclass, it was a beautiful and poignant narrative of those times just after the French Revolution, what was remarkable about Diamonds rendition was a slight change to the end lyric, other than changing the gender pronouns, the lyrics were essentially the same as the original until the last line. For example, the New York Times writes that back in 1972, he announced he was going to be taking a sabbatical from concerts for a few years. (50% off), Sale Price USD 38.50 The Top 10 concert tours of 1992: U2 -- $67 million (73 . Friday, October 23, 1998 Fort Worth, Texas Fort Worth Convention Center 1 Wednesday, July 3, 1996 South Bend, Indiana Joyce Center 1 Friday, November 20, 1998 Montreal, Quebec, Canada Molson Centre 1 Please check your entry (city name only or zip code) or click the "See All Cities" link below. Friday, October 23, 1992 Vancouver, B.C., Canada Pacific Coliseum 1