Marsha Ambrosius: The Voice of a Songstress Performs at SOBS (RECAP)

Usually people are skeptical about attending a music concert on a Tuesday night because of school or work. But, there was an exception for Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, Marsha Ambrosius, who hit the SOBs stage in New York City on March 5th. The show was presented by Noizy Cricket management and media promoter, DDotomen.

Ambrosius was definitely an artist that fans were excited to see that night. She is known for her outstanding voice, beauty, her lovely English accent, her early days as a member of the group Floetry, and her incredible songwriting skills. Ambrosius wrote songs for the late Michael Jackson, Jamie Foxx, Nas, Common, Alicia Keys, Outkast, Justin Timberlake, and many more.

There's one word to describe the venue's audience capacity: pandemonium. Guys, girls, couples, and media professionals waited patiently on Varick Street since 8pm to see Ambrosius. Fans purchased their tickets and RSVP'd early because the concert was sold out of course. It was first come, first served, ticket or not.

But before Ambrosius stepped on stage to interact with her hungry fans, the DJ kept fans occupied by playing some of R&B's biggest hits from Total's "Can't You See," BBD's "Poison," Sunshine Anderson's "Heard it All Before," tp Miguel's "Adorn." The show was behind schedule to three opening acts, Charlie Red, Avery Wilson from NBC's hit show, The Voice, and New Zealand's up and coming singer, songwriter, and producer, Janine and the Mixtape. The opening act segment was like the television show, Showtime at the Apollo. All the acts sang for the audience, but based on the audience's feedback, Wilson captivated the audience with his voice, delivery, good looks, and energy. Wilson covered three songs from other artists and one original he composed. It was truly a dream come true for Avery Wilson because he performed at SOBs, a venue where music artists are discovered when they're first starting out.

Around a quarter to eleven, Ambrosius made her grand entrance on stage and fans screamed immensely from the top of their lungs. She performed her popular hits, "Late Nights, Early Mornings," "Far Away," "Say Yes," "Hope She Cheats on You with a Basketball Player," "Take Care," and "Gettin' Late." Ambrosius also performed Michael Jackson's song, "Butterflies," since she co-wrote the song and other songs from heavy hit makers, Chaka Khan and Mary J. Blige. Even though Ambrosius is a talented performer, she is also a comedian and a vibrant person. Fans were entertained by Marsha's full of life demeanor when she sang a cappella and revealed the songwriting process behind certain songs. Her songs are truthful and she wanted her fans to know she has remained true to herself.

Ambrosius also talked about her upcoming sophomore album, Friends & Lovers. From the new project, she performed two new songs, "Friends and Lovers" and "Where Are My Shoes?". The hit single off the album is "Cold War." The song is so profound because sometimes intimate relationship are at a crossroads when things get tough or the couple doesn't see eye to eye.

Ambrosius says the Friends and Lovers album is "autobiographical" and she was going through "some deep sh*t" when she wrote those songs. "It was so many emotions," she adds. She also named the album, Friends and Lovers, because she asked the audience how many of us can be friends with the opposite sex when they dated and had sex with each other? We all know once we interact with the opposite sex intimately, it changes the dynamics of the relationship. Well the response from the audience was 50/50 because it's a difficult question to answer.

Fans wanted Ambrosius to continue performing, but time was running around. She ended with the Grammy nominated song, "Far Away." She thanked everyone for coming out and supporting her. Her

Ambrosius is planning a tour so everyone should look out for that. Her performance was phenomenal because her voice is powerful, she's real, down to earth, and comical. The world is expecting great things from Marsha Ambrosius and falling behind is not an option because her musical talents speaks for itself.

Marsha Ambrosius has been captivating audiences around the world with her soulful and passionate singing for years. Last week she brought her incredible talent to SOB’s in New York City, as part of a two-night residency. Those lucky enough to attend were treated to an unforgettable performance that showcased why Marsha is considered one of the premier vocalists of our time.

The night began with a sold-out crowd excitedly awaiting the arrival of their favorite singer. As soon as she stepped on stage, it was clear that Marsha had come to give them something special. She opened with songs from her debut album “Late Nights & Early Mornings” including “Far Away” and “Hope She Cheats On You (With A Basketball Player).” Her powerful voice filled the air while the audience cheered along making sure each song received all due appreciation.

There was no doubt about it, this was going to be a night like no other. Despite having already released five studio albums by this point, Marsha still managed to surprise everyone with new material off her upcoming project “Nyla” which just dropped last month. The fans could not contain their excitement as they heard some never before performed tracks such as “Luh Ya”, taking their experience with Marsha Ambrosius up another notch!

Performance Review

On February 22nd, 2020 singer Marsha Ambrosius brought her soulful sound to SOBs in New York City. The evening was a celebration of the power of music as an emotional outlet for self-expression and healing.

The show opened with “Luh Ya” from her newest album Nyla, setting the tone for the night. Backed by an all-female band, she ran through fan favorites such as “Hope She Cheats On You (With A Basketball Player)” and new classics like “Say Yes”. Her vocal range was impressive as she effortlessly transitioned between high notes and low ones alike.

There were moments of tenderness too—Marsha dedicated some songs to friends who have passed away or are going through tough times—which only highlighted how powerful her voice can be when it comes to conveying emotion. Throughout the night, fans were waving their hands in admiration and singing along with every song. By the end of the night, everyone left feeling uplifted after experiencing this incredible performance from one of R&B’s most talented voices.

Audience Reactions

The audience at Marsha Ambrosius’s show was filled with fans who have been following her career for years, as well as those who were attending their first of her concerts. Their reactions to the performance varied from singing along to every word to standing in awe and admiration.

Many described it as an emotional rollercoaster—from moments of pure joy listening to upbeat tracks like ‘Say Yes’ to heartfelt tributes that moved everyone in attendance. Many concert-goers shared how they felt inspired by Marsha’s powerful vocals and messages of hope throughout the night.

No matter what emotion they experienced during the evening, one thing remained clear: this was a special experience that left a lasting impression on all those in attendance.

Conclusion

I was in awe of Marsha Ambrosius’ performance at SOBs. Her powerful voice and passionate lyrics had the entire crowd singing along with her every word. From her soulful ballads to her upbeat anthems, everyone was captivated by her presence. I felt a connection between myself and the artist as if she were singing directly to me.

The energy in the room was palpable; it was electric. Every song left us wanting more and when it came time for her encore we all sang out together: “We want you back!” She graciously obliged and returned to perform one final number that sent chills down my spine. It was truly a magical experience that reminded me why I love music so much – because it can bring people from all walks of life together in celebration of something special.

Marsha Ambrosius is not only an incredibly talented musician but also an exceptionally gifted vocalist who has perfected her craft over many years of hard work and dedication. She truly put on an unforgettable show that night, leaving us all inspired and ready for more.