By Jason Beatty

The Jonas Brothers, fondly known as the Jo Bros, graced the MGM Garden Arena with their presence last week during their ambitious "5 Albums-One Night" tour, spanning 50 cities and featuring songs from their extensive discography. The show was an unequivocal success, reaffirming their ability to fill venues to capacity. Remarkably, even before the trio took the stage, the announcement of an additional Las Vegas Show underscored their immense popularity.

The brothers, who last toured in 2021 alongside Kelsey Belerini, are currently sharing the road with New York City-based band, Lawrence, who are undoubtedly deserving of their own feature. In a performance that can only be described as a musical marathon, the Jo Bros treated their fans to tracks from all five albums, including several deep cuts that delighted even the most casual Jonas Brothers enthusiasts in the arena.

The energy in the venue reached its peak when the trio belted out their chart-topping, "Burnin Up," which to this 40 something, served as a fitting climax to the 90-minute performance. However, it turned out that this was just the conclusion of the "first half" of the show. An intermission announcement illuminated all screens, and the brothers made a swift exit backstage. Amidst the ensuing silence, comedian Matt Ryfe took the stage, delivering a side-splitting set. Ryfe humorously explored the novelty of being the sole male amidst the predominantly female audience and sprinkled in some tasteful jests about the recent tabloid headlines surrounding Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner's marriage.

The second half of the show was a veritable dream come true for Jonas Brothers fans, as it featured all the songs and sounds omitted from the initial set. The Jo Bros once again demonstrated their prowess in drawing an audience and driving merchandise sales. The lines at the merchandise tables rivaled those at the bar, where thirty-somethings eagerly sought a sip of nostalgia instead of the ice cream they might have enjoyed during their first live encounter with band.

In summary, the Jonas Brothers' "Burnin Up" concert in Las Vegas was a testament to their enduring appeal and capacity to captivate audiences with their music and charisma.