Ain’t no party like an EB party, cause . . . .

The Coliseum Austin, February 25

Music Hall at Fair Park Dallas, February 26

With Lyfe Jennings and Jon B.

Arena Theatre Houston, February 27

Eric Benet lit up stages and fans across Texas, as excited audiences breathed in the R&B virtuoso’s velvet tones.

The Performances, The Audience, The TrueEBs

A True Eric Benet Fan’s Austin Recap

 

Hello, fellow TrueEBs and EB fans. This will be a brief recap from the February 25^th show in Austin, TX. I was visiting my aunt, and rented a car. She didn’t know where the venue, the Coliseum, was so I got a GPS to help me find it.

This was my first time ever driving in Texas. Whenever I went anywhere before, my aunts or cousin would drive me. I had wished that I could have told my mom.

Wouldn’t it be just my luck that the GPS didn’t know where it was either. Fortunately, my cell phone navigation is more reliable, but it took me on the toll roads. Not cool. So I got there about 7:30ish. The venue was supposed to open by 8:00 for a 9:00 show. They were late. We were standing out in the cold, yes I said cold! – even though it was Texas, for more than 40 min.

Finally, I got inside. I was shown to my seat. I noticed that there were 3 bars, so I got a drink. I went back to my seat, just chillin until the show started. TrueEB Chair, Patrina and I were texting each other about where we were and what we were doing.

Lyfe Jennings came out around 9:25. It seemed that many in the crowd liked him. I recognized his last song, “Must Be Nice”. Then there was a little wait time.

We heard Eric’s recorded verbal intro that says that he doesn’t do music. Music does him. Then he came out singing “Love Don’t Love Me” Jessica Jolia and Jonathan Richmond were there with him.

From memory, here’s EB’s set list. He sang “When You Think of Me”, “Chocolate Legs”, “Spend My Life With You”, “Sometimes I Cry”, “I Wanna Be Loved”, “News For You”(which he dedicated to the late Maurice White), “You’re the Only One”, and of course he ended with “Georgy Porgy”.

Eric invited the audience to come to the front of the stage and dance. As he sat on the edge of the stage, people gave him their phones and he took selfies of himself for them. They were so pleased.

Earlier, Eric had asked if he could get some scotch. Someone shouted that there wasn’t any. Then he asked for a beer. Eventually, someone brought him 2 drinks to the stage. Eric asked if there was any Bill Cosby in it. He was assured that there wasn’t. When the show was over. The audience encouraged Jonathan to get the other drink that Eric left. Jonathan also asked the Bill Cosby question.

Patrina passed out TrueEB bracelets to people who were standing around. I noticed that we both wore our metal TrueEB bracelets, fashioned by TrueEB Aileen.

Patrina spoke to Will, the stage manager, who led us backstage. At first we waited while Eric and Lyfe Jennings were talking. Then we went into the dressing room.

Eric was so warm and welcoming. He gave us big hugs, and was glad to see us. We took pictures. Eric showed us pictures and videos of his 3 girls. He’s such a proud papa. He was gracious, as always.

I hadn’t seen Eric since June. This my first show since my mother died. It was really good to see him. He gives the greatest hugs. It was a good night.

True Eric Benet Fan Danielle

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Then Dallas

Music is the Word

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A True Eric Benet Fan’s Appreciation of the Dallas Musical Adventure

It’s been a long time since we’ve hung out, TrueEBs. So even though I wasn’t going to make the show I wanted to at least have a bite and some laughs with my fellow TrueEBs Sonya, Kathy Tebf, Patrina, Sharon, and Gabriell. It was so nice to see you guys and meet Patrina. Thanks for the laughs and generosity. Thanks for the hug Pauletta.

It was my daughter Alexis’ first concert and opportunity to meet Eric Benet. She was so excited to tell him she’s listened to his music since she was 3 (for a 13 year old that’s a long time 😋) and that’s just when she remembers singing to Eric’s music he has musically been there throughout her life from the beginning 😄.

Even though we weren’t taking individual pictures Eric as always graciously posed with Alexis to capture the moment for her and engage her in small conversation.

I couldn’t have been prouder of both of them; not all entertainers will take the time to do that, especially when they are performing after night after night. I made sure she knew this was rare.

She has been so selfless helping me as we battle illness. It was so nice to see her smiling in a moment that was all about her. She always wanted to meet a celebrity. Thank you Eric Benet for making her night!

It was a good show and this time it was a different perspective. Instead of singing in the car with Alexis we were singing together in concert. It was sweet to see her singing “Chocolate Legs,” “Sometimes I Cry,” “Spend My Life With You,” “I Wanna Be Loved,” “You’re the Only One”. She knew the words, but between Leatha and me, let’s face it. the child didn’t have a chance.

She’s downloaded all his songs. It’s official. Eric made a new fan Friday night. Hopefully it won’t be 2-3 years until he comes back to Texas.

Jon B and Lyfe Jennings performed before Eric. I’ve not seen them in concert before it was a nice treat.

Friday’s Dallas Texas Show was truly sensational.

True Eric Benet Fan Comula

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But we’re not finished

Then there’s Houston!

Eric on Periscope for your musical drop of fresh, cool water.

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