Thursday, July 10, 2014

Paul McCartney in Chicago at United Center 7/9/14

Last night Travels saw Sir Paul at the United Center in Chicago. He clearly had rebounded from the sickness that had forced him to cancel a number of shows!

The show lasted between 2 &1/2 hours to 2 & 3/4 hours depending how one counts the time between encores. But no matter. He was in good voice, and his band was outstanding! One could not help but notice that some of the songs were slightly rearranged to work better with an older man's vocal range. Hell! He's not 22 anymore. None of us are. (or won't be....)

Live & Let Die has become a concert staple. As fun as it is, Travels has seen Sir Paul too many times to get excited about the fireworks. And yet, last night was the best we have ever seen! It is good to know that he & his staff do not get lazy.

But, Travels must put forth one complaint, knowing that he may be in a small group of those who agree. Sir Paul McCartney has had an amazing career. Beatles, wings, solo & now this fantastic band! Albums upon albums with songs aplenty. And yet, his shows are basically a greatest hits show with a few extras (mostly the current album) tossed in. His catalog is so deep, one wishes that he'd mine it a bit more in concert.

But we will take what is given and enjoy. The lad puts on one great show.