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Pat Benetar, born, Patricia Mae Andrzejwski, is originally from Greenpoint, Brooklyn in New York City. With a passion for music and theatre early on in life at the age of eight, Benetar began singing lessons, singing in every school production that she could. She later had the opportunity to enrol at one of the best arts schools in the world, Julliard, but decided that she didn’t want to embark on that particular career path, so studied Health Education instead. Through a couple of twists and turns, and entering a talent competition where she sang a rock song and won, she found herself recording commercial jingles for Pepsi, which is where she finally got noticed and went on to record the huge hit album, “In the Heat of the Night” which was released in 1979, and reached #12 in the US. It was only the catalyst of what would turn into a 30 plus year career, seeing her sell upwards of 30 million albums to date, becoming a huge international success, releasing 30 plus singles, fifteen of them being top 40, and maintaining such a stellar reputation to this day.
Her career doesn’t stop at music as her song “We Belong” was part of a $20 million campaign for Sheraton Hotels, and is now a commercial spokeswoman for the Energizer company.
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Back in the eighties, there was a market for music that struck a balance between rock and pop, especially in terms of female performers; for those who found Joan Jett a bit much and Kim Wilde a little too soft, Pat Benatar - Patricia Mae Andrzejewski, to give her her birth name - was there to fill the gap. The sheer scale of her commercial viability, too, was proven beyond doubt by no fewer than five platinum records throughout that decade; they spawned some hit singles, too, in the shape of the likes of ‘Hit Me with Your Best Shot’, ‘Love Is a Battlefield’ and ‘Invincible’. Perhaps more impressive still, though, is the fact that Benatar - now sixty-one - has never stopped touring, lining up dates almost every year since she began her career. That continues to this day, with her most recent shows - in celebration of thirty-five years in the business - seeing her play with Cheap Trick and Rick Springfield. It’s been some years, though, since she brought her irrepressibly-energetic band over the pond to the UK; perhaps she doesn’t have the same kind of following over here, but for now, British fans are likely going to have to make do with extensive YouTube footage of recent shows - if she does make it over, expect it to be as part of an all-star eighties lineup in big venues rather than out and out solo gigs.
Joeg_67
When you think of one of the most pivotal women in music, Pat Benatar MUST come to mind. I mean, c’mon, “Love Is A Battlefield” is the anthem of all real life love anthems. She is an 80s icon, and even now is still belting out some of the greatest songs of all time. Just like I can thank my parents for raising me with Pat Benatar, I can also thank them for the opportunity to have seen her live; and what a pleasure it was. The setup of the show was perfect, with the band coming in first and starting to tune up their instruments, all the while the lights were low, but making the stage very visible. The crowd’s anticipation erupting into a “we want Pat” chant, which turns into an ear blowing cheer when the band starts to play “Treat Me Right.” Pat was on the stage; lights were set in red, adding to the kickbutt-ness that is Pat Benatar. The show included a good amount of communication with Pat and the audience, as well as Neil, the guitar player. For some songs, like “We Belong,” she briefly talked about where the song came from, as well as thanking the audience. Her voice was still just as strong as all of her studio versions, still leading the anthems of love and life. Truly a performance by an icon.
Ellinoinsta
She was great. Almost 60 years old but she didn't sing i need a lover that won't drive me crazy like when i saw her in raleigh north carolina in a little basement bar in a small strip mall dressed in her little leppard skin tights 2 days before i heard her on the radio for the first time back in 1980 I think. She was a treat then and still is. David Medway. I got fred turner and randy bachman back together about 9 years ago and saw them at penns peak. See he's playing in atlantic city with the guess who soon got a free ticket for me?
david-medway
My disdain for my parents' favorite "oldies" station abruptly ceased when Benatar's "Hit Me With Your Best Shot" graced my ears at age 9. 10 years later, my dream came true when I saw her in concert for my birthday. Though Benatar was reluctant to play "Hit Me With Your Best Shot," her passion pervaded the rest of her chart toppers - especially while hitting all the VERY high notes. She performs with great energy next to her beloved Spyder. Their chemistry definitely enhances the show.
Carmela9109
One word....Amazing. They remember their fans....and really play to the crowd!!! Neil's guitar playing is spot on!!! John Waite and Neil played Led Zepplin together at the end of John's set....killer!!
Cslove
Awesome Singer. Besides the drunk lady who couldn't stand up straight Pat Benatar and her husband were awesome.
Really could not hear here while she talked but overall a good show. And it rained.
sooner7290
Pat Benatar was one the best show that ive seen all year.I give her my standing ovation over and over again. I would see her and every year shes in los angeles . Props to her .....
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