Turner revives her magic at Kansas (From Haringey Independent)

Turner revives her magic at Kansas

9:12pm Saturday 4th October 2008 in

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Tina Turner brought her famous voice and energy back to the stage after an eight-year hiatus, opening her 36-date North American tour with a hit-filled concert at Kansas City's Sprint Centre.

The 68-year-old singer said it was the right time to hit the road.

"It has to be now," she said. "I can still do it. (I'm) still in shape enough physically, mentally and I think this was about the best time to do it."

Turner, an entertainer for 50 years, performed fan favourites such as Typical Male, What's Love Got to Do With It? and Private Dancer.

Turner said she could "still give a great show," adding that her longevity inspired fans of all ages.

"Why I dance at such a pace is because it feels good with the dance and I'm known for that kind of energy," she said.

"Young kids can really relate to that as well. So I think that my (fans') age group ranges from young to old, to my age, because of the energy projected from the stage."