Set List critique
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Yankeefan2 wrote:
John Mackintosh wrote:
Maccaroni1974 wrote:
John Mackintosh wrote:
Open with Coming Up to get everybody moving.
Drop Here Today for the sake of his voice.
Do People Want Peace from Egypt Station for Ukraine and then have that blend into Give Peace A Chance to salute Lennon and Ukraine.
Two of Us from Let It Be because most of it is harmonized and it doesn't strive for epic high notes like on Blackbird.
Open with Coming Up to get everybody moving.-Aint happening
Drop Here Today for the sake of his voice.-See above.
Do People Want Peace from Egypt Station for Ukraine and then have that blend into Give Peace A Chance to salute Lennon and Ukraine.-LOLOLOL
Two of Us from Let It Be because most of it is harmonized and it doesn't strive for epic high notes like on Blackbird. -Aint happening
You are probably correct in that what I tossed out won't fly but I imagine you are like many here that are "looking for changes" in the set list, even if you know it is wishful thinking!
I would bet a fairly substantial bit of money the only changes will be 2-3 songs from "McCartney III" and probably a Beatle song he has not done as a new opener. I understand people posting their "wishlist" for his setlist because I know I have done it many times but once again we know it is not happening.
We're getting close
I'm really hoping for a little change up this tour.
Actually, wishing Sir Paul really embraces his post Beatle catalogue as well. Hoping he can appease himself, rather than strictly predictable big hits.
Also, two nights in Oakland, a lot of attendees would probably be thrilled for two different shows, or least a 30% different song set.
As mentioned earlier in this thread, I hope Sir Paul plays as much of McCartney III as possible. It's a very strong album, new, vital and yet classic.
Long Tailed Winter Bird, The Kiss of Venus, Seize the Day, Slidin', Deep Deep Feelin'.
Perhaps a selection or two from McCartney II ( skip Temporary Secretary - how about Check My Machine which was revisited in 3-2-1 with Rick Rubin and why save Coming Up for the sound check? That would be great in concert. Plus perhaps some McCartney I aside from Maybe I'm Amazed?
Sir Paul played Hope and Deliverance on a sound check by request in such great fashion a few years ago. Plus original band member Wix from that album along with his stellar band to deliver the guitars. Suits his voice well too.
Since Flowers in the Dirt was re-released, nothing from that nor Flaming Pie.
As for Get Back/Let it be, as another poster mentioned dropping Something for perhaps the likes of For You Blue that can still be a fine tribute to George and a little change up to compliment the recent film (plus Sir Paul sang that number at the Concert for George).
A live brass section would be great. Egypt Station still has some stellar tracks that would be a fresh welcome.
Yes, Back in the U.S.S.R. should be omitted. Aside from the obvious, the vintage lyrics mention,"Ukraine Girls" a reference being associated with the former Soviet Republic.
Random toe tappers, Sing the Changes, Ever Present Past, Alligator, Hosanna, Young Boy, My Brave Face, Drive My Car, Come and Get it, Paperback Writer, or just...surprise us!
Just some brain storming thoughts.
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My guesses for the opening song:
ROCKSHOW
ON MY WAY TO WORK
HELLO, GOODBYE
Also besides omitting BACK IN THE USSR from the show, I hope the bit into LET IT BE changes as well.
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My guess is that he'll open with something from the Let It Be sessions. "One After 909" would be great, in my opinion.
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KurtisCaldwell wrote:
My guess is that he'll open with something from the Let It Be sessions. "One After 909" would be great, in my opinion.
The obvious choice would be Get Back, which has only occasionally appeared in his set lists.
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Perhaps he'll sing "Mrs. Vandebilt" and say it's his way of showing support for Ukraine.
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I've got a feeling that Get Back will be performed in the set given the tour title and the film release.
Mrs. Vandebilt would be a solid.
Now that I think about it, Hope of Deliverance would not only be a gem to hear live, but could also be a nod to Ukraine, given its vintage, when Eastern Europe had an optimistic outlook.
In addition, Sir Paul's great Bass playing on the highly underrated Good Night Tonight, now that would be thrilling to hear as well. It would fit nicely right before an encore/ The End etc. I wonder when was the last time he has played Good Night Tonight live in concert?
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Bogey Wobble wrote:
I've got a feeling that Get Back would performed in the set given the tour title and the film release.
Mrs. Vandebilt would be a solid.
Now that I think about it, Hope of Deliverance would not only be a gem to hear live, but could also be a nod to Ukraine, given its vintage, when Eastern Europe had an optimistic outlook.
In addition, Sir Paul's great Bass playing on the highly underrated Good Night Tonight, now that would be thrilling to hear as well. It would fit nicely right before an encore/ The End etc. I wonder when was the last time he has played Good Night Tonight live in concert?
1979 Live in Wembley
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Bogey Wobble wrote:
I've got a feeling that Get Back will be performed in the set given the tour title and the film release.
Mrs. Vandebilt would be a solid.
Now that I think about it, Hope of Deliverance would not only be a gem to hear live, but could also be a nod to Ukraine, given its vintage, when Eastern Europe had an optimistic outlook.
In addition, Sir Paul's great Bass playing on the highly underrated Good Night Tonight, now that would be thrilling to hear as well. It would fit nicely right before an encore/ The End etc. I wonder when was the last time he has played Good Night Tonight live in concert?
Would not be surprised with a "Get Back" opener and him playing "Mrs. Vanderbilt" due to the war in Ukraine. Other than that, I believe he will play three "McCartney III" songs and the most probable ones are "Find My Way", "Slidin" and "Seize The Day". If he wants piano tune from "McCartney III" then maybe he will do "Women And Wives". Other than that, I don't think there will be other changes from last tour.
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Bogey Wobble wrote:
I've got a feeling that Get Back will be performed in the set given the tour title and the film release.
Mrs. Vandebilt would be a solid.
Now that I think about it, Hope of Deliverance would not only be a gem to hear live, but could also be a nod to Ukraine, given its vintage, when Eastern Europe had an optimistic outlook.
In addition, Sir Paul's great Bass playing on the highly underrated Good Night Tonight, now that would be thrilling to hear as well. It would fit nicely right before an encore/ The End etc. I wonder when was the last time he has played Good Night Tonight live in concert?
The last time he played "Goddnight Tonight" in concert was in 1979 with Wings. However he played it recently in London as a "guest performer" with another band.
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DrivinFan wrote:
Bogey Wobble wrote:
I've got a feeling that Get Back will be performed in the set given the tour title and the film release.
Mrs. Vandebilt would be a solid.
Now that I think about it, Hope of Deliverance would not only be a gem to hear live, but could also be a nod to Ukraine, given its vintage, when Eastern Europe had an optimistic outlook.
In addition, Sir Paul's great Bass playing on the highly underrated Good Night Tonight, now that would be thrilling to hear as well. It would fit nicely right before an encore/ The End etc. I wonder when was the last time he has played Good Night Tonight live in concert?
The last time he played "Goddnight Tonight" in concert was in 1979 with Wings. However he played it recently in London as a "guest performer" with another band.
Wow! I was wondering if if he had play'd it in recent years. Looks like negative regarding tours since 1979. Perhaps it's difficult and taxing for someone even at age thirty to consitently play? Good to know he embraced in recent years as a "guest perfomer". In addition, I could imagine he was trying to go for fresh sounds esp in the 90s + etc, but It sure sounds mighty fine and impressive today.
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Bogey Wobble wrote:
DrivinFan wrote:
Bogey Wobble wrote:
I've got a feeling that Get Back will be performed in the set given the tour title and the film release.
Mrs. Vandebilt would be a solid.
Now that I think about it, Hope of Deliverance would not only be a gem to hear live, but could also be a nod to Ukraine, given its vintage, when Eastern Europe had an optimistic outlook.
In addition, Sir Paul's great Bass playing on the highly underrated Good Night Tonight, now that would be thrilling to hear as well. It would fit nicely right before an encore/ The End etc. I wonder when was the last time he has played Good Night Tonight live in concert?
The last time he played "Goddnight Tonight" in concert was in 1979 with Wings. However he played it recently in London as a "guest performer" with another band.
Wow! I was wondering if if he had play'd it in recent years. Looks like negative regarding tours since 1979. Perhaps it's difficult and taxing for someone even at age thirty to consitently play? Good to know he embraced in recent years as a "guest perfomer". In addition, I could imagine he was trying to go for fresh sounds esp in the 90s + etc, but It sure sounds mighty fine and impressive today.
I answered your question earlier, and posted a short video, but for some reason it got posted BEFORE your question! (if you click on Newest)
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NJR wrote:
Bogey Wobble wrote:
DrivinFan wrote:
Bogey Wobble wrote:
I've got a feeling that Get Back will be performed in the set given the tour title and the film release.
Mrs. Vandebilt would be a solid.
Now that I think about it, Hope of Deliverance would not only be a gem to hear live, but could also be a nod to Ukraine, given its vintage, when Eastern Europe had an optimistic outlook.
In addition, Sir Paul's great Bass playing on the highly underrated Good Night Tonight, now that would be thrilling to hear as well. It would fit nicely right before an encore/ The End etc. I wonder when was the last time he has played Good Night Tonight live in concert?
The last time he played "Goddnight Tonight" in concert was in 1979 with Wings. However he played it recently in London as a "guest performer" with another band.
Wow! I was wondering if if he had play'd it in recent years. Looks like negative regarding tours since 1979. Perhaps it's difficult and taxing for someone even at age thirty to consitently play? Good to know he embraced in recent years as a "guest perfomer". In addition, I could imagine he was trying to go for fresh sounds esp in the 90s + etc, but It sure sounds mighty fine and impressive today.
I answered your question earlier, and posted a short video, but for some reason it got posted BEFORE your question! (if you click on Newest)
Thank you NJR.
I was not sure if that was the last tour as well as the first tour for that song to be incorporated. I guess so.
I would have otherwised wagered it snuck in some concerts over the decades.
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NJR wrote:
Bogey Wobble wrote:
I've got a feeling that Get Back would performed in the set given the tour title and the film release.
Mrs. Vandebilt would be a solid.
Now that I think about it, Hope of Deliverance would not only be a gem to hear live, but could also be a nod to Ukraine, given its vintage, when Eastern Europe had an optimistic outlook.
In addition, Sir Paul's great Bass playing on the highly underrated Good Night Tonight, now that would be thrilling to hear as well. It would fit nicely right before an encore/ The End etc. I wonder when was the last time he has played Good Night Tonight live in concert?
1979 Live in Wembley
Was played at all the '79 UK shows after Wembley, too; I saw it done in Edinburgh and Glasgow, the final 3 shows of the tour. I cant remember if he did it at Kampuchea, tho. Ugh to brain drain.
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Bogey Wobble wrote:
NJR wrote:
Bogey Wobble wrote:
DrivinFan wrote:
Bogey Wobble wrote:
I've got a feeling that Get Back will be performed in the set given the tour title and the film release.
Mrs. Vandebilt would be a solid.
Now that I think about it, Hope of Deliverance would not only be a gem to hear live, but could also be a nod to Ukraine, given its vintage, when Eastern Europe had an optimistic outlook.
In addition, Sir Paul's great Bass playing on the highly underrated Good Night Tonight, now that would be thrilling to hear as well. It would fit nicely right before an encore/ The End etc. I wonder when was the last time he has played Good Night Tonight live in concert?
The last time he played "Goddnight Tonight" in concert was in 1979 with Wings. However he played it recently in London as a "guest performer" with another band.
Wow! I was wondering if if he had play'd it in recent years. Looks like negative regarding tours since 1979. Perhaps it's difficult and taxing for someone even at age thirty to consitently play? Good to know he embraced in recent years as a "guest perfomer". In addition, I could imagine he was trying to go for fresh sounds esp in the 90s + etc, but It sure sounds mighty fine and impressive today.
I answered your question earlier, and posted a short video, but for some reason it got posted BEFORE your question! (if you click on Newest)
Thank you NJR.
I was not sure if that was the last tour as well as the first tour for that song to be incorporated. I guess so.
I would have otherwised wagered it snuck in some concerts over the decades.
I Googled it - first and last time (except that "guest performer" thing)
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Paul, feel free to sing Pipes Of Peace for Ukraine
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As curious as I am to see what different songs Paul may add to his set list, I am just as interested to see what he cuts from the set list since 2019. I will list songs below I think should be cut and the chances that they are replaced.
My Valentine - this song should have been "one and done tour" song. From all reports, this is a "bathroom" break song. I get Paul wants to do song for his wife Nancy but let's hope he selects another song to dedicate to her. Chances this will be eliminated from the set list are slim to none IMO.
Letting Go - song has been played to death and IMO should have been dropped a decade ago. Supposedly, it is one of Nancy's favorite songs and Paul seems to enjoy playing guitar on the song. This song will be on set list forever -lol.
Come On To Me & Fuh You - the two songs I really did not enjoy from the very good "Egypt Station" album. I think they will be replaced by songs from "McCartney III"
Queenie Eye - another song I was not a big fan of and it has been on set list since the album "New" came out in 2013. I think this will also be replaced by another "McCartney III" song.
Maybe I'm Amazed - great song but it is painful hearing Paul sing it now. He will continue to do it as tribute to Linda.
In Spite Of All Danger - fairly obscure song and has lasted longer than I thought it would on set list. I can see this being replaced by another Beatle song that he has not done before.
Benefit Of Mr. Kite - Not exactly one of the best songs from Sgt. Pepper. It has been played for a couple of tours I believe and I think Paul will replace it with song from "rooftop concert", maybe "One After 909".
Dance Tonight - another song that has been played for several tours and time to replace it. The song is fun and it is easy for Paul to sing so I think it will stay in the set list.
Hard Day's Night - great song and the opening chord is freaking cool way to open show. I am only saying it should be replaced because every new tour IMO should have different opening song. Seems lots of fans want "I Want To Hold Your Hand" or "Get Back" to replace it as opening number. Personally, I would love him to open with "Find My Way" but truly doubt that will happen.
Here Today & Something - These tribute songs have been in his set list for 20 years and time for a change. "Early Days" would be great replacement as tribute to John IMO. Songs like "For You Blue", "All Things Must Pass" and "Old Brown Shoe" would be cool replacement for "Something" The odds on "Here Today" and "Something" being replaced are the same as the odds on me becoming POTUS in 2024 -lmao !!
Just my thoughts, we will see what happens soon.
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Note *** I made typo above. Song should have been "Let Me Roll It" not "Letting Go"
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Yankeefan2 wrote:
As curious as I am to see what different songs Paul may add to his set list, I am just as interested to see what he cuts from the set list since 2019. I will list songs below I think should be cut and the chances that they are replaced.
My Valentine - this song should have been "one and done tour" song. From all reports, this is a "bathroom" break song. I get Paul wants to do song for his wife Nancy but let's hope he selects another song to dedicate to her. Chances this will be eliminated from the set list are slim to none IMO.
Letting Go - song has been played to death and IMO should have been dropped a decade ago. Supposedly, it is one of Nancy's favorite songs and Paul seems to enjoy playing guitar on the song. This song will be on set list forever -lol.
Come On To Me & Fuh You - the two songs I really did not enjoy from the very good "Egypt Station" album. I think they will be replaced by songs from "McCartney III"
Queenie Eye - another song I was not a big fan of and it has been on set list since the album "New" came out in 2013. I think this will also be replaced by another "McCartney III" song.
Maybe I'm Amazed - great song but it is painful hearing Paul sing it now. He will continue to do it as tribute to Linda.
In Spite Of All Danger - fairly obscure song and has lasted longer than I thought it would on set list. I can see this being replaced by another Beatle song that he has not done before.
Benefit Of Mr. Kite - Not exactly one of the best songs from Sgt. Pepper. It has been played for a couple of tours I believe and I think Paul will replace it with song from "rooftop concert", maybe "One After 909".
Dance Tonight - another song that has been played for several tours and time to replace it. The song is fun and it is easy for Paul to sing so I think it will stay in the set list.
Hard Day's Night - great song and the opening chord is freaking cool way to open show. I am only saying it should be replaced because every new tour IMO should have different opening song. Seems lots of fans want "I Want To Hold Your Hand" or "Get Back" to replace it as opening number. Personally, I would love him to open with "Find My Way" but truly doubt that will happen.
Here Today & Something - These tribute songs have been in his set list for 20 years and time for a change. "Early Days" would be great replacement as tribute to John IMO. Songs like "For You Blue", "All Things Must Pass" and "Old Brown Shoe" would be cool replacement for "Something" The odds on "Here Today" and "Something" being replaced are the same as the odds on me becoming POTUS in 2024 -lmao !!
Just my thoughts, we will see what happens soon.
Great Post Yankeefan. I agree with the songs that you think have a slight chance to be cut from the last tour.
As far new additions, I would love "Happy With You" as a replacement for "My Valentine.
I would also love "Letting Go", Fuh You, Come On to Me, Queenie Eye, In Spite of All the Danger, Mr. Kite, Dance Tonight, Hard Day's Night to go. Hopefully he can replace these with more recent songs from McCartney 3 and Egypt Station.
I also agree with you that the chances of "Here Today" or "Something" to go are slim to none. I would love "Early Days" to replace "Here Today" and "Friends to Go" to replace "Something". Maybe "Hard Days Night" could be replaced by "I Want to Hold Your Hand". These subtle changes could make for a very good and interesting "Got Back" tour.
Let's Hope!
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"As far new additions, I would love "Happy With You" as a replacement for "My Valentine."
This would be perfect replacement for "My Valentine". Lyrics of the songs details life with Nancy has changed his life for the better. Paul plays acoustic guitar which he is great at doing and the song was recorded with his voice being older.
"I would also love "Letting Go", Fuh You, Come On to Me, Queenie Eye, In Spite of All the Danger, Mr. Kite, Dance Tonight, Hard Day's Night to go. Hopefully he can replace these with more recent songs from McCartney 3 and Egypt Station."
I don't know if you saw the post below my OP but I typed "Letting Go" instead of "Let Me Roll It". Anyway, these were the songs I thought most likely to be cut so he could add "McCartney III" or different "Egypt Station" songs. I am sure if he replaces a couple of those Beatle songs it will be with a different Beatle song.
"I also agree with you that the chances of "Here Today" or "Something" to go are slim to none. I would love "Early Days" to replace "Here Today" and "Friends to Go" to replace "Something". Maybe "Hard Days Night" could be replaced by "I Want to Hold Your Hand". These subtle changes could make for a very good and interesting "Got Back" tour. "
I like the idea of him doing "Friends To Go" instead of "Something", great selection. I would like it even if he swapped out songs every other show. Do "Here Today" one night and do "Early Days" another night especially if he does two shows in one city. Same thing with the George tribute songs and we provided more than one option. A song like "I Want To Hold Your Hand" would give his show some buzz on internet if it was the opener but part of me is rooting for "Find My Way" -lol.
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Well, we KNOW he will do Get Back even though he can't do it justice anymore.
I agree with you guys about the removals and swapping out he should do. Instead of Something, why couldn't he blow our minds and do While My Guitar Gently Weeps? Abe could help with the high notes! And ANYTHING but Mr. Kite for John! In My Life would be fantastic, but again, there's those pesky high notes. (he could falsetto the end)
For someone who is a known perfectionist, he sure is lazy about re-learning songs!!