The Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour: SPEECHLESS
Before I start this review let me just say that Sean “Puff Daddy” Combs is a legend. He is my generation’s Berry Gordy, and Bad Boy served as the soundtrack for the better part of my High School career. So you know when Bad Boy comes to town THEY ARE GOING TO SHOW UP AND SHOW OUT!
Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs performs during The Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour at The Palace of Auburn Hills. (Marissa Pierce/Phashion Phish)
Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs performs during The Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour at The Palace of Auburn Hills. (Marissa Pierce/Phashion Phish)
The Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour is a walk down memory lane for some, an introduction for a few, and a good time for everybody. And, as they celebrate their 20th Anniversary it’s also a reminder (but how could you forget???) that Bad Boy has ALL OF THE HITS!
From start to finish the entire audience was DANCING, and I’m not talking about a two-step here or there. The Palace of Auburn Hills on this night was ROCKING and filled with pure joy; and I must say that’s not something you always see at a concert.
Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs performs during The Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour at The Palace of Auburn Hills. (Marissa Pierce/Phashion Phish)
Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs performs during The Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour at The Palace of Auburn Hills. (Marissa Pierce/Phashion Phish)
For one night only, we got to see Puff Daddy, Lil’ Kim, 112, Faith Evans, Carl Thomas, Total, The Lox, Ma$e, French Montana, and Black Rob. Like, SERIOUSLY?!?!?! We also got the chance to see the next generation as Puff Daddy's sons, Justin and Christian (King Combs) joined him on stage.
The audience holds up lighters and phones during "I'll be Missing You" as a tribute to the Notorious B.I.G and people we've lost. (Marissa Pierce/Phashion Phish)
The show was non-stop hit after hit, after hit, AFTER HIT!!! They performed many of our favorites including "Victory", "It's All About the Benjamins", "Been Around the World", "Lighters Up", "Quiet Storm", "No Time", "Kissing You", "Can’t You See", "Emotional", "I Wish", "Summer Rain", "Soon as I Get Home", "Gets No Love", "Wild Out", "We Gon' Make It", "Whoa!", "Pop That", "Ain't Worried About Nothin'", "Only You", "Peaches & Cream", "I’ll be Missing You", AND "Mo’ Money Mo’ Problems". And that's not the entire set list!
The Bad Boy Family also pulled out all of the stops when it came to the attire for the tour! We can't forget the important role fashion plays in the foundation of Bad Boy; from the furs to shiny suits (which I LOVE), fashion is just as important as the music. For the tour there was leather, custom furs with trains, and Bad Boy jerseys. They also sported Bad Boy Vs. Everybody t-shirts that were available at the Reunion Tour Pop Up Shop.
The show also featured an awesome stage set-up that allowed for crowd interaction and great views, and pyrotechnics! No concert is complete without fireworks, although this show was a living breathing one all on its own.
Also, shout to to Puff Daddy for having reasonably priced souvenirs! At $5 for a lanyard and $10 for a tour book (and some of those have been going for $50 lately!) in addition to t-shirts, jackets, and hats; there was something for everyone and every budget!
Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs and Faith Evans perform during The Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour at The Palace of Auburn Hills. (Marissa Pierce/Phashion Phish)
Faith Evans performs during The Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour at The Palace of Auburn Hills. (Marissa Pierce/Phashion Phish)
Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs and the Bad Boy Family perform during The Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour at The Palace of Auburn Hills. (Marissa Pierce/Phashion Phish)
If this show is coming to your city, a city near you . . . you know what? Distance doesn't even matter; just go to The Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour, whether you have to go by plane, train, or automobile! It’s a show you don’t want to miss! You will want to say you were there! Check for tour dates here!
Marissa Pierce
Jane of All Trades, Phashion Phish
Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs and the Bad Boy Family perform during The Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour at The Palace of Auburn Hills. (Marissa Pierce/Phashion Phish)
Ma$e performs during The Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour at The Palace of Auburn Hills. (Marissa Pierce/Phashion Phish)
Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs and Ma$e perform during The Bad Boy Family Reunion Tour at The Palace of Auburn Hills. (Marissa Pierce/Phashion Phish)
The Bad Boy Family leaves the stage after an AMAZING performance. (Marissa Pierce/Phashion Phish)