Live Review: KC & The Sunshine Band, War

War exuded peaceful charisma with their oozing wood clock and sauntering keys. The flute crooned in its sweet way, while the bongos and the bass provided the backbone for the set. Lead singer and member for 40 years Leroy “Lonnie” Johnson serenaded the audience in a low baritone.

Why Can't We Be Friends? was the crowd highlight as members of the band each had their own solo. This hit showed off bluesy harmonica, while the saxophone screeched to keep jazz alive. Low Rider capped off their set and in turn created a giant fiesta onstage. Salsa-styled percussion played a big part in this track as the band finished off with a party.

Disco lights adorned the stage as pounding bass created suspense for what was to come. Members sauntered on stage in glittering outfits while a voice-over welcomed KC & The Sunshine Band to the stage – Vegas style. Shake Your Booty saw grinding from the back-up dancers, who were clad in feather boas that threw confetti across the stage.

Boogie Shoes had piercing trumpets and the funkiest bass riffs and women in the crowd did their best not to throw their bras onstage. Dad jokes were plentiful. KC explained to the crowd that he had put on some weight, quipping to the throng, “I thought I would have to rename the band, 'KFC & The Sunshine Band!'”

He then vowed to take us through to the '60s, '70s and '80s with 1977 the highlight with I'm Your Boogie Man as the sparkle was turned up with shimmering tambourine and keys.

Stand By Me got KC so riled up that he spun around, tripped and took a serious tumble only to leap back to his feet to carry on the show, the mark of a true professional. That's The Way (I Like It) saw a disco revival as the crowd grooved along, jazz horns, dazzling percussion and funk-fuelled bass the backdrop for KC's deep vocals and sequined shirt.

Get Down Tonight was the final track as prickling guitar licks lit up the venue and tickled the crowd's spine. The saxophone and trumpets provided the opulent tone while KC on the keyboard brought the disco vibes. Who knew that the Enmore could get Saturday Night Fever on a Thursday?