Live review: Estelle and Solange bring fashionable soul front and center

The theme of the night was independent thinking — or the lack thereof.

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March 12 at Center Stage-

The theme of the night was independent thinking - or the lack thereof.-

We’re not just talking about outside-the-box performers Solange, or the night’s headliner Estelle, either. No, the crowd gets called out this time. The source of my discontent: Center Stage has a unique setup in that you don’t have to stand in front of the stage; fans can actually cop a squat in the surrounding theater seating and, essentially, leave the dance floor clear. Mind you, I’ve been to a number of shows at the venue and have never seen this happen - until this night. If only one person would have boldly made a move, others would’ve followed. But nooooo…