Air Supply

It is incredibly hard to believe that Air Supply is celebrating their 40th Anniversary this year, and I've been a fan pretty much the entirety of that time. What would be even harder for most people to believe is that they are better than ever. One of the greatest gifts anyone can give themselves is the opportunity to see these guys live. Any misnomers of a band reminiscent of the lush, syrupy ballads of the early and mid-80's are quickly eradicated. These guys rock. Certainly, there are the plethora of amazing hit songs: "Lost in Love," "All Out of Love," "Making Love Out of Nothing At All," "Even The Nights Art Better," "Sweet Dreams," "Just As I Am," "The One That You Love," "Every Woman In The World," and "Here I Am." However, with each of these memorable classics, something new and exciting is presented in the live concert. Top it off with new songs that run the gamut from simple, tear-inducing acoustics to electrifying dance beats, and the crowd is entertained from start to finish.

Air Supply has been criticized and even ridiculed by many music lovers for many years, but there is no question in my mind that none of such criticisms have come from anyone who has actually seen the band in concert.

Original members Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock prove beyond a shadow of a doubt that they not only still have it, but that (like fine wine and true love) they have only matured and gotten better with age. Plus, they are the most genuine, kind-hearted individuals I have ever met. Add to this the powerful modern musicianship of the other four guys in the band, and the event known as an Air Supply concert becomes nothing short of magical.

Thus was my experience at Thunder Valley Casino & Resort in Lincoln, CA on Friday, January 30, 2014.

Nearly forty years of writing, performing and evolving and the Australian duo of Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock make it look like a walk in the park. Despite countless accompanying musicians joining and leaving the band throughout the years, Russell and Hitchcock have battled on to keep their dream alive. Air Supply first came together in 1975 and 39 years later it is clear why they have remained on the music scene for such a long time. Together, the duo have sold more than 100 million copies of their 18 studio albums, 2 live albums, 12 compilation albums and 27 singles. It is, therefore, not surprising that in 2013 the pair were drafted into the Australian Recording Industry Association’s Hall of Fame. Seeing Air Supply perform live in 2013, it was impossible not to sense the sheer passion emanating from the duo that had clearly driven them through all of these years. The mixture of different people enjoying the show was like nothing I’ve ever seen before, from die-hard followers that have loved them since the 70s to young adults who grew up listening to their parents’ favourite band. Russell and Hitchcock’s charisma on stage as they interacted with the crowd, telling funny anecdotes or posing for cameras, is unmatched by the young and contemporary artists of our present time. As the sea of fans sung each and every word of “All Out Of Love” along with the legendary duo above them as they ended the concert, I can only guess that not one person wanted the song to end.

Air Supply are a soft rock duo formed in 1975. They have had numerous hit songs including ‘All Out of Love’, ‘The One That You Love’, ‘Even The Nights Are Better’ and ‘Making Love Out of Nothing At All’. The duo have continued to tour and produce music into the 2000s therefore I was able to see them at one of their recent US dates. There was a real mix of people in the audience singing along and swaying to Air Supply’s most classic songs such as ‘Lost In Love’ and ‘Just As I Am’. The soft rock melodies and mellow beats entranced the crowd. The catchy lyrics of the duo were being shouted back to the duo on stage as they enjoyed playing live once again. Russell Hitchcock’s vocals and Graham Russell’s guitar were still on point. My favourite moments were hearing ‘Just As I Am’ played live because it’s such an elevating song especially with the guitar solos and vocals filling the room. I also really enjoyed Air Supply’s latest single ‘Desert, Sea, Sky’ which has been remixed by Wideboys to create a hit dance track. Despite the generic difference this was still enjoyed by the audience who were enthused with a new energy for the encore by the tracks lively beats and up-tempo electronic melodies. I’m delighted that I was able to see Air Supply live and that they are still producing music. Everyone enjoyed the night.

Absolutely awesome as usual!! Paid extra to sit in second row but then they walked through the crowd and lots of people went to the front and stayed there. But it was ok because I went up and was able to touch Russell's hand!! He is always so nice and gives everyone a chance to interact! I was surprised at how.many people had never been to an Air Supply before!! I went every year to kings island in the 80's to see them. And I've seen them every other place in the area! This is the third time I was up close! They're Awesome!!

Any band that can keep playing since 1975 deserves respect. I always wanted to see them growing up but either I didn't have the money or the time. Now that I have I will tell you they still got it just like they did in the early 80s when I got into there music. I brought back memories for me when I was... Probably 12 13 years old when they where on fire touring everywhere.. I would definitely recommend going to see them if you can. They love there fans and they show it... Worth your time definitely.

I saw Air Supply in February in Palm Springs - loved the show and was introduced to their newest song "I Adore You" and totally fell in love with it. My son was getting married in May and we played that song at their wedding and I discovered they were performing at The Orleans where we regularly stay when visiting Las Vegas, so I immediately booked a flight and a week stay there and booked tickets to watch their performance. We were not disappointed. Totally loved them. Thank you.

I've always been an Air Supply fan ,but I never expected them to be as good as they were .I sing in a band ,and always wished I had a voice even 1/2 as good as Hitchcock. When he spoke ,he sounded a little raspy ,but when he sang he hit every note. That made it even more amazing. Have to say ,I've seen many concerts but this one was in the top 3. Hope the Sands casino brings them back again.

I really enjoyed the show. This is my second time watching it. It brings back memories. And it reminds me that, love is the greatest part of life and we must learn how to forgive no matter what the situation you’re in. It’s the hardest thing to do as a human, and that we should remember that God is love. Which reminds me of John 3:16, of the New Testament in the Bible.

I saw Air Supply in Morristown, New Jersey on February 29, 2020. I have always been a huge fan but this was the first time I saw them live. Excellent Show! Russell Hitchcock and Graham Russell were on par with their voices. They both sound exactly like my 1983 greatest hits tape! Just wonderful! I am looking forward to seeing them again!

The guys were great but the sound was terrible. It sounded like a speaker was faulty. I saw them at the Palais , that was much better. Also ,the security on the night with their nuclear powered flash lights warning anyone holding up their camera phones caught anyone withing a 55
Metre radius in the beam which was really distracting