Halifax, NS - Halifax Common - 11th July 2009 - ARCHIVE
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Good article here : http://thechronicleherald.ca/Front/1131947.html Amazing show - A bit of a jam on Foxy Lady was a surprise... And to all the 'veterans' who are complaining about the setlists: Remember, Paul has never played Halifax before so 99.9% of the people hearing these songs for the first time.
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rich n:
marco76:
was a great show! won't type in the set list since there are a few negative people posting, like Paul himself said after he screwed up Paperback Writer , THIS IS MY SHOW!
What happened during Paperback Writer?
will tell you later the whole story, in a few words they screwed up the begining of the song but it was fun! will post a complete review but now things haven't gone well after the show, lol, got the hotel at 2:30 AM then my flight was delayed 3hours and 30 mins due to weather and I am stuck at the airport and my battery is about to die
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Where is All My Loving in that setlist..?
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stick3:
Good article here : http://thechronicleherald.ca/Front/1131947.html Amazing show - A bit of a jam on Foxy Lady was a surprise... And to all the 'veterans' who are complaining about the setlists: Remember, Paul has never played Halifax before so 99.9% of the people hearing these songs for the first time.
Sounds like it was a great concert! I'm glad he added Day Tripper and the Mull of Kintyre...hope he plays them in DC!
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stick3:
Good article here : http://thechronicleherald.ca/Front/1131947.html Amazing show - A bit of a jam on Foxy Lady was a surprise... And to all the 'veterans' who are complaining about the setlists: Remember, Paul has never played Halifax before so 99.9% of the people hearing these songs for the first time.
Sounds like it was a great concert! I'm glad he added Day Tripper and the Mull of Kintyre...hope he plays them in DC!
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Here is the full list, Macca-Report is missing a couple: 01. Drive My Car 02. Jet 03. Only Mama Knows 04. Flaming Pie 05. Got To Get You Into My Life 06. Let Me Roll It/Foxy Lady 07. Highway 08. All My Loving 09. The Long And Winding Road 10. My Love 11. Blackbird 12. Here Today 13. Dance Tonight 14. Calico Skies 15. Mrs. Vandebilt 16. Eleanor Rigby 17. Sing The Changes 18. Band On The Run 19. Back In The U.S.S.R. 20. Something 21. I've Got A Feeling 22. Paperback Writer 23. A Day In The Life/Give Peace A Chance 24. Let It Be 25. Live And Let Die 26. Hey Jude Encore 1: 27. Day Tripper 28. Lady Madonna 29. Mull Of Kintyre 30. I Saw Her Standing There Encore 2: 31. Yesterday 32. Helter Skelter 33. Get Back 34. Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (Reprise)/The End
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I don't know what everybody is complaining about, but this seems like a killer set list to me! Rock on Boston!
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MsProudSooner:
To all those who love to complain about the songs that Paul chooses to perform - I hate to break this to you, but you are in an EXTREME MINORITY. It's obvious by the reaction to his concerts that the man is doing something right. Coming here and complaining as you do isn't going to change anything. Personally, I would LOVE it if he decided to do a toor of smaller, more intimate venues, but I realize that my wish is unrealistic. I'm certainly not going to let the fact that that will probably never happen ruin my concert experience. Now, I realize you have the freedom os speech and all that. But, if you find it impossible to keep your complaints to yourself, why don't you start your own message board where you and like-minded souls could share your angst? It wouldn't be very busy, but it would certainly make this board more enjoyable to read.
I think if more Paul fans were honest about his setlist they wouldn't be the "EXTREME MINORITY". The one thing i've loved about Paul over the years is his capacity to not rest on his laurels. The setlist has only been a debate, because up until 2005 Paul's shows were a lot more varied,i'm just a little puzzled why he's suddenly stuck in a rut. It's nice to see reasoned debate about the setlist is frowned upon by some fans.I think insults are self defeating and leave the perpetrator looking rather small minded.Having a different opinion doesn't mean it's not valid.
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I have a question about the girl and the tatoo: did Paul sign her arm after he sang the song Calico Skies or did he get distracted by her sign during the song and actually stopped singing the song and signed her arm?
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While I do love Paul's music and it is great to get another chance to see him, it is very surprising to see "Drive My Car" as the opener yet again. For fans paying big $$ to see him live again, "Drive My Car" seems like a really uninspired choice - seems like a bit more effort could've been made to select a song that we haven't heard countless times (either as an opener or otherwise) since 1993. "Junior's Farm" or even "I Want To Hold Your Hand" or "She Loves You" would've been amazing openers....
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ooo he added day tripper and mull of kintyre! sweeeeet!
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Apple Scruff:
I have a question about the girl and the tatoo: did Paul sign her arm after he sang the song Calico Skies or did he get distracted by her sign during the song and actually stopped singing the song and signed her arm?
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Hi all: After reading Martin's post asking for trip reports I was moved to write one, so here goes, sorry if it's long-winded: I had this weekend off, and as it happens Monday too, so at pretty much the last minute, as amazingly tickets were still available, I decided to use frequent flyer miles to head to Halifax. Since I live in San Francisco this was kind of a crazy decision, but I couldn't resist seeing Paul and The Band. After flying all night on a red-eye and changing planes in NYC, I landed in Halifax at 11am. After I had settled into the dorms at Dalhousie University-- I had found single rooms there for only $40 a night within walking distance from the Commons (on the web -- I am a librarian, so I do good research!) -- I grabbed some lunch and headed over to the venue. I guess I got there at about 1pm. I was shocked to see that there were not nearly as many people waiting at the entrance as I had expected (not sure if there was another entrance?). So I pulled out my folding chair and planted myself in line. Next to me was a local -- terribly nice -- and as we got to talking it turned out that she was also there alone so, since we hit it off, we agreed to hang out for the day. This was a bonus for me, as I am a shy person, so it was great to make a new friend. This made it a lot easier -- we were able to leave our stuff when we took a restroom break, etc. It was fun to share information with someone from Halifax, which is a really pretty city, and which I would not have visited probably if not for this . Paul drove by our corner, looking great, when he arrived for the sound check, to great cheers from the gathered crowd. We were able to see him from where we sat, so that was fabulous. We listened to the sound check and the teenager sitting next to me was practically jumping up and down, while trying to look "cool" at the same time. He and his Dad were clearly having a male bonding day over Paul's music. It was very sweet. These are some of the moments that I like best about attending Paul's concerts... At about 3:40 they finally let us into the venue. There had been quite a few grumbles about the extra 40 minutes, (including some chanting of "let us in" -- quite something from those polite Canadians) but despite the humidity and heat standing there packed together in the sun, the locals told us all what a blessing it was that the rainy weather had passed and the day was gorgeous. As we were standing there waiting the sound of Paul?s music was wafting across the air from somewhere and the crowd spontaneously started to sing along. That was fun. Once in we quickly moved for a spot to plant our chairs, and then we headed up front to check out the standing only area, but once we saw that we could get really close and that the chair seating area was so far back we decided to stay up front. I was thrilled and astounded to get to the front -- within about 6 FEET of the rail toward Rusty?s side. I had never imagined that I would be able to get that close arriving that late! And no, we didn't push and shove in front of anyone or anything; I wouldn't do that -- it was all very civilized. We were able to sit on the ground while we waited and we happened to be in the shade so I was happy as a clam! Finally the show started. Sierra Noble came on and wowed the crowd. She only played about 4-5 songs but she is a good performer. She sang a couple of modern folk-rock type songs in a great voice, and then played a couple of fiddle numbers to the cheers of the NS crowd. Very poised for someone who is only 19. Since we were so close we could see that she was truly a lttle shaky and overwhelmed by the experience but she handled it beautifully. http://www.cbc.ca/canada/manitoba/story/2009/07/10/mb-winnipegger-concert-mccartney.html The early acts were introduced by Mike Smith in his Bubbles persona -- for non-Canadians see http://www.trailerparkboys.com/site_cast.php?cast=3which was a really nice Canadian touch. Everyone around me was thrilled every time he came on stage. He was a perfect choice. Wintersleep played next http://www.chartattack.com/news/71605/wintersleep-join-mccartney-bill Their songs include some interesting and unexpected musical choices, and the band played their heart out -- but I think that for a lot of the crowd that it wasn't really their sort of music. By this time the crowd was really getting big. I headed for the restroom and was truly astounded at the number of people who were sitting back in the chair area. There was a lot of space still up closer in the standing area, but people were choosing to sit in their chairs so far back... I assume that some of them may have moved up before Paul came on, but wow it was interesting to see them all there. We had stored our chairs at the medical tent. (The local I was hanging with knew someone there) but a lot of people had just piled them up at the entrance to the standing area. I REALLY appreciated that they let you have a choice once you got in and didn't force you to the back if you had brought a chair! And grateful to have had it while waiting to get in... Finally, after a fairly extended sound check of sorts, The Joel Plaskett Emergency took the stage. They were more the sort of music that this crowd was interested in, it seemed, and everyone really got into it. Joel is known for his kind of humorous lyrics and was very energetic. He keeps up a sort of patter with the audience, so it's a lot of fun. http://www.cbc.ca/arts/music/story/2009/06/26/plaskett-mccartney.html Finally Paul and The Band came on. I have seen them play quite a few times over the years and it seemed that they were rather ?on?, IMHO last night. They seemed pretty up for the show from the moment they came onstage. Paul, Rusty and Brian looked dapper at the open and while there were a few muffs here and there, which you get with the first show of a tour, the music quality was one of the better shows that I have seen them play in a lot of spots. I really enjoyed the setlist, as it included some things that I haven't gotten to see before -- in particular : Only Mama Knows, and a number of others, including a couple from the latest album. Side note: I don't get everyone's complaints here about the setlists. When you go to these concerts you are surrounded by people who have never seen Paul play and watching their faces when Band on the Run starts, or Lady Madonna, how can you question that Paul should continue to play these classics? I know that in your own Beatles/Wings/Paul world that the more obscure is the more interesting by now (and I sometimes feel the same way), but what about everyone else? Don't you want Coldplay to sing Clocks or Yellow the one time that you get to see them play? If you had seen Bobby Darin play one time wouldn't you have wanted to have seen him sing Mack the Knife ? Musicians get their enjoyment while playing the same song for the 400th time from the audience response. I suggest the next time that you are at one of Paul's concerts that you look at those around you and if you are not moved by the response of others hearing their favorite song played by Paul and The Band live for the first time ever then I just don't know what to say. Ok Sorry, I usually avoid getting sucked into these kind of pointless arguments, but I just had to get that off my chest, Anyway, Paul has often commented on how difficult that it can get to be to concentrate on playing, singing, and then reading signs in the audience while he is performing. But everyone was amused when he related the wording of the sign about the tattoo, and even after he motioned for her to come up I don't think she really believed it. As she ran by us I turned to my new friend and commented that she looked like she was going to faint. After she got up there she was so blown away that Paul sort of went ahead and spontaneously hugged her and then signed her arm. In turning to go back she was next to Rusty and so she hugged him and after that she ran and hugged everyone except Abe (who is kind of trapped back there) Even Wix came over to hug her.. Looking at her face as she came off of the stage was really great. I love it that Paul is so generous with his fans, and it was an entertaining moment for everyone there. To me Paul?s ability to remain open to people at all after all of these years (and he has no doubt encountered a lot of BS from human beings), is a rare talent second only to his amazing musical ability. He appears to have the rare skill of bouncing back from bad experiences and not seeming to let himself become too scarred or bitter from them -- something that is generally a sign of strength of character and that I admire, if am sometimes unable to emulate as much as I would like. And no, I am not one of those people who thinks he can do no wrong, or that he is super-human....but so very many famous people become so closed off, somewhat understandably; I respect that he has not. I truly loved getting to see Mull of Kintyre live at last. Part of my heritage is Scots, so it really meant something to me. And it?s always fun to see Wix or Abe come up front and get some of the attention that they deserve. I think that everyone around me had a great time, and I was really glad that I blew my miles on coming out here. I am off to enjoy Halifax for today before I fly out tomorrow. I am hoping to make a later show, maybe Dallas or Tulsa, but may not be able to. So I am glad that I was able to share this one. And kudos to anyone who made it this far into my post? for someone who can be shy I am long -winded in print, sorry!
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Thank you for all your fantastic reports! I'm glad everyone there had a great time.
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Thanks for the updated set list sounds Fan-tastick can't wait til Boston lets just pray for no rain.
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DavidP:
lwhan:
Maybe it's because I'm an over the top Beatles fan, but I hate to read the negative posts on here. Why would you go to a concert if you don't want to hear the music he's going to play? If the songs have become 'tired' to you, then don't buy a ticket. If you've seen so many of his shows that you're bored with it stay home. I just don't like the negativity and I can't help but feel a little protective of one of my lifelong idols. I trust Paul's judgement to make his set list.
Yup. A lot of self centered morons here.
DavidP,insulting people is rather a pointless exercise and not very becoming.I did have a rather pithy retort but i didn't want to fall into your trap. You are never going to please everyone with a setlist,but a wider variety of songs is not much to ask really.I last saw Paul in Portugal in 2004 and there were 16 song changes from the year before.There were still plenty of Beatle crowd pleasers even with that many changes,so it shows large scale changes can be done without sticking in obscure songs and alienating the casual fan.
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beatfour:
lets just pray for no rain.
Don't worry about the rain! I attended two shows in pouring rain, got soaked to the bones and didn't even notice!
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What a memorable event it must have been for you disneykristi. I am glad you had a great time and enjoyed the setlist. I kind of find it funny that people are upset about it, no offense to those you do not. Thanks a bunch for sharing! I enjoyed that.
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Just got home after a long trip back to south Florida. In a nutshell, the show was amazing! Paul is so incredible, so good and energetic that it is impossible not to love him. I made it to the fence. 1st row! And it makes the show even more special for me. Although I think I was closer to him at The joint (smaller venue) being in the 1st row (and pratically in the center) is something I'll never forget: you know that Paul saw you! The Commons turned out quite a good venue. I was a little skeptical about it not being a permanent show venue, but the production team did a good job (but I confess I got a little scared when the power went out just before Joel Plaskett). The day was perfect for a show, maybe too hot and sunny for some, but I can't complain. The organization could have done things differently when people started lining up. When they decided to organize the lines there were already so many people that I am sure some folks did not hold a fair spot in the lines. I agree with Martinput that we should enjoy the show and moment, but believe me I did enjoy every second of the show with all my heart (and I'll continue enjoying it forever) and yet I took as many photos and made as many videos as I could. the photos and videos will forever complement the sweet memories in my mind. And, of course, they are also for the ones who were not there to get a chance to see some of the action. Now regarding the setlist "controversy", I personally don't mind that it was the same one he did in Coachella and Vegas (with the exception of Mull of Kintyre), but I think people are entitled to their opinion, so if some want to complain that Paul is "stuck" with the same setlist for a while, let them express their point of view, they are not "morons" for doing so. Personally I am just happy to see Paul healthy and happy. If he can combine those with a 2.5h incredible show even better. As soon as I post my photos/videos I'll let you know!
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Good article here about Paul and his set list compared to how similar artists approach it: http://www.newsweek.com/id/206157 I haven't made any comments on this thread so this isn't a direct response from me to a specific post. Being on this board for multiple tours now, it astounds me the intensity at times of those people that have problems with other people commenting on Paul's set list. The points seems to be variations of take it or leave it with Paul. Unless you endorse him 100% you are against him or if you have issues with the set list you have no business going to his shows or how dare anyone critique Paul on anything on the board that is totally wrong, or you are lucky he's performing period so making comments shows no appreciation for him. Personally I spend some time on other music and sports boards, and on EVERY board people praise AND criticise. Some actually think it adds some spice and interest to debate a point once in awhile as opposed to insist that everyone fall in line. The criticisms to me seem silly. The fans that have issues with Paul's set list are far from inferior fans or traitors -- you can more easily argue that they are BIGGER Paul fans. They are into the whole gamut of his career. Something tells me if Paul would read these "malcontents" posts, he'd be saying to himself "what they want to hear more Wings and solo stuff-- how disloyal, my true fans appreciate me as Beatle Paul. I don't dig those people that are into all of my albums." If you go to Paul's concerts for the most part if you followed the Beatles. Own Band on the Run, you know Live and Let Die, Amazed and My Love and own his last album. You are going to be very prepared for his shows. There is very little beyond that. And yes that is unusual compared to the Rolling Stones, Billy Joel, Fleetwood Mac, Dylan, Springsteen, on and on. And if people disagree, cool, to each their own. But I don't get all the hate aimed at those that more or less say Paul we think you are awesome but you are selling your career short by focusing on such a narrow aspect of it. And it would be one thing if this happens occassionally, but its been the case since 1989. Forgot obscure stuff, focusing on HITS, he's never done or done just in 1976: #1's: Silly Love Songs, Listen To What the Man Said, Admiral Halsey, With A Little Luck top 10's: Junior's Farm, Goodnight Tonight, Take It Away, Lonley Nights For most artists it is strange to skip some blockbuster hits every show, at the expense of an obscure one like Let Me Roll It which he does almost every tour. He's doing Flaming Pie again, and every obscure Beatle song you can imagine. And yes, I love Paul, I'd go to his shows if all he did was Beatles. But I don't get this all or nothing drill, or that people can't comment on this. And seriously, if you really think about it, are the people that want more stuff covered really the disloyal Paul fans? Makes no sense to me.