Fool in Love brings 12 hours of classic R&B to an Inglewood parking lot

As a long-time aficionado of soulful R&B music, I was absolutely thrilled to attend Fool in Love festival at Inglewood’s SoFi Stadium! The sight of the Stylistics, clad in their white-and-silver paisley jackets, under the golden California sun was a moment that felt like a dream come true.

Under the golden rays of the waning afternoon sun, the Stylistics donned white-and-silver paisley-patterned jackets that sparkled, were transported by a revolving stage to an assemblage of spectators on the blacktop before Inglewood’s SoFi Stadium. They maintained their balance and composure.

Just moments ago, Tower of Power was thrilling the audience with its robust funk, led by horns. As they gradually disappeared from sight, it’s now the turn for the gentlemen representing Philly-soul classics – or their contemporary counterparts – to step up at Saturday’s Fool in Love event.

“Jason Sharp suggested they should conceive another child, signaling the band to transition smoothly into the sensual layers of ‘Break Up to Make Up.'”

The rotating stage, reminiscent of an old-fashioned R&B turntable, was simply one element in the elaborate setup designed by the organizers of Fool in Love to accommodate the multitude of acts scheduled for their first annual festival. Scattered across four stages were a diverse array of performers, including Lionel Richie, Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson, Al Green, Chaka Khan, Gladys Knight, Dionne Warwick, Santana, Nile Rodgers & Chic, Charlie Wilson and the Isley Brothers. Also on the lineup were modern versions of iconic groups such as the Temptations, the Spinners, the Delfonics, the Chi-Lites, the O’Jays, and Kool & the Gang.

The show commenced around 11 a.m., lasting approximately 12 hours, and some performances, such as those by the Pointer Sisters and Evelyn “Champagne” King, were only given 10 or 15 minutes to perform during the early part of the day. A potential conflict occurred when Knight’s performance started late in the afternoon, suggesting that Khan might take the stage on another nearby one before Knight had completed her set – a possible diva face-off was brewing. Thankfully, they managed to coordinate the switch; harmony prevailed throughout Hollywood Park.

The event “Fool in Love,” organized by Live Nation and Redrock Entertainment in partnership with C3 Presents, is the latest addition to a lineup of recent festivals that differ from the diverse Coachella festival. Unlike Coachella, which embraces multiple genres, Fool in Love focuses on one specific genre or cultural movement, similar to last year’s emo-themed “When We Were Young” in Las Vegas or “Besame Mucho,” a Latin music extravaganza held at Dodger Stadium during December.

Enthusiasts frequently voice their discontent about the inconveniences in these densely packed events on social media: the lengthy queues, the expensive beverages, and the intertwined stages that force a decision between favorite bands. However, the continued success of the festivals (With Us Forever Young and Kiss Me Mucho are scheduled to recur this year) suggests a demand for a tangible version of the all-inclusive experience offered by digital streaming platforms.

At Fool in Love, there were issues that some attendees voiced concerns about, such as Warwick’s performance slot at 12:30 PM (possibly by her choice) and the chaotic congestion that occurred close to the Cruisin’ stage during Robinson and Green’s set. To watch them, people had difficulty finding space, leading some enthusiastic fans to improvise a solution by dismantling a portion of the fencing to create an unofficial entrance hidden behind a line of portable toilets.

Generally speaking, on Saturday, the performance flowed much like a well-rotated lazy Susan, unless you were willing to walk nearly a mile to enjoy Morris Day & the Time following the temporarily absent Commodores.

Was the music enjoyable for you? It’s not like any of the big names were particularly influenced by being close together; many simple crowd-pleasers didn’t materialize: Imagine the excitement if Rodgers had joined Ross during her performance to play his timeless riff from “I’m Coming Out”! Or consider the magic if Ross and Richie sang their iconic duet, “Endless Love,” live for the first time in years.

Unfortunately, these potential standout moments didn’t come to fruition – victims of either regular happenings or an absence of the intuition needed to create shareable, viral experiences.

To put it simply, everyone at Fool in Love was a delight to watch, despite Richie perhaps overdoing his goofy EDM rendition of “Running With the Night”, which might have stayed in Vegas where he’s got a residency at the Wynn. Instead, he surprised us with his selection of Commodores classics like “Easy”, “Brick House”, “Zoom”, and the beautiful “Still”, among the pop hits that made him famous in the 80s. He also shared some corny jokes that managed to bring a smile to your face, even if they were rehearsed.

At the close of our conversation, I remarked, “I have more songs to share,” and indeed I did! In the twilight, there was a tender ballad called “Say You, Say Me,” a grand anthem entitled “We Are the World” – a moving reflection on what I’ve learned about humanity during these trying times. Lastly, it was only fitting to conclude with the timeless classic, “All Night Long (All Night).”

Ross effortlessly moved through her collection of Motown classics and disco hits, displaying the casual elegance she’s been known for over the years. After switching from one shimmering gown to another, she playfully inquired, “By the way, did you know I’m 80 years old?” Robinson donned red leather pants and a voluminous red shirt, channeling the timeless longing of “The Tracks of My Tears”; meanwhile, Green showered the audience with roses as his horn section underscored the tender entreaty of “Let’s Stay Together.”

Among the vibrant costumes at a festival teeming with visual appeal, Wilson stood out particularly brightly, adorning a glowing jacket that synced perfectly with the electrifying rhythms of the Gap Band’s “Burn Rubber (Why You Wanna Hurt Me)”. Notably, Khan delivered what might have been the day’s most striking vocals, maintaining her rhythmic finesse as she harmonized flawlessly with her compact funk ensemble while performing “Ain’t Nobody”.

Did Fool in Love leave you with any significant insights? Perhaps it stirred thoughts about how technology has transformed R&B throughout the past seven decades. Maybe you observed the multifaceted audience, spanning racial and generational groups, and pondered what makes this music resonate so deeply with a wide variety of individuals (perhaps due to its timeless romantic longing).

In the soulful Supremes hit “You Can’t Hurry Love,” Ross crooned a timeless truth: love doesn’t respond to haste. This pearl of wisdom was a recurring theme among the passionate hearts in Fool in Love, echoing it at every turn.

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2024-09-02 21:01