The Jacksons at Hardrock Casino 2024 showed the enduring bond of family

By Jaelynn MitchellPhotos by Michael MitchellOn November 2, fans gathered at Cincinnati’s Hard Rock Casino for an unforgettable evening of music and entertainment, as The Jacksons delivered a powerhouse performance celebrating their iconic hits, family legacy, and the extraordinary moments that shaped their journey. With a setlist spanning the heights of their chart-topping career, the concert was filled with both electric energy and moving tributes.The show opened with a touching tribute to Tito Jackson, who had recently passed away in September. His guitar, jacket, and signature bowler hat took the spotlight on the stage at the beginning of the show. The group then kicked things off with a bang as the crowd immediately danced to the iconic beat of “Can You Feel It,” setting the tone for a night that paid homage to the magic the Jacksons bring to music. Original member of The Jackson 5 and The Jacksons, Marlon Jackson, warmly welcomed the audience to the world of the Jackson family with his brother, Jackie, and nephew Taryll, who is the son of the late Tito Jackson.An interlude gave fans a rare, intimate glimpse of the Jacksons’ early life through a special video montage. In the video, family members,...