TimmyB Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 I said it before if I'm willing to fly to Liverpool, UK to see Sir Paul McCartney @ Anfield Stadium this past June 1st, then how could I not take a drive to Quebec City to see Macca on the Plains of Abraham on Sunday June 1, 2008.Will I see anybody from this board there?Peace,TimFrom www.paulmccartney.comPAUL SET TO ROCK QUEBEC WITH A FREE CONCERTPaul McCartney Set to Rock Quebec City with a Free Concert to Celebrate Their 400th AnniversaryJuly 20th 2008 – The Plains of Abraham, Québec City, CanadaPaul McCartney will perform his first live show in Canada since 2005 when he will lead the city of Québec in celebrations for their 400th anniversary on the 20th of July. The free concert will take place in one of the world’s most prestigious and historic city parks, The Plains Of Abraham, the site of many clashes between the French and British empires in the 18th century.Paul said, “I have a feeling it’s going to be a great night. Music is a fantastic way to celebrate this event. It’s a universal language that can bring everybody together! Our two countries have close ties that remain strong to this day. We are looking forward to helping Québec City celebrate this anniversary.â€Just weeks ago Paul McCartney performed the largest ever show in the Ukraine, in Kiev, to over 350,000 people in the city’s Independence Square and on June 1st Paul played a stadium concert in Liverpool to celebrate the city being named the 2008 European capital of culture. If these previous shows are anything to go by, Québec City is in for a night it will never forget.“Paul McCartney is not just a superstar; he’s a legend, a musical and cultural icon who will focus international attention on our historic celebrations. His concert will project Québec 2008 on the world scene,†declared Daniel Gélinas, CEO of the Société du 400e, the event organizers. “Paul McCartney is giving us a fabulous present and we are thrilled and proud to welcome him to Québec City!â€This will be Paul’s first visit to the capital. Paul first played in Canada when The Beatles appeared at the Montréal Forum in 1964. Since then Paul has toured in Canada on numerous occasions but never in Québec. So this will be a grand premiere for Paul and for the population of Québec City. To celebrate this anniversary year the Société du 400e put together a balanced program featuring music from Québec and the First Nations, French songs, symphonic and classical music while inviting international stars and spotlighting the two founding peoples: France and the UK.“With a British star participating in the 400th anniversary celebrations we can say mission accomplished! No ticket are needed for this free concert put on by the Société du 400e, a highlight of an already extraordinary year of concerts, exhibitions and shows,†summed up Gélinas. QUEBEC Q & A WITH PAULFirstly, it's been just over a month since the Independence Concert - millions of people watched it on TV and the Eastern Block press are still writing about the show; how do you feel about it looking back?PM: It was a fantastic evening, we even managed to beat the weather and the crowd took us to new heights.Are you looking forward to your first trip to the city of Quebec?PM: Very much so, having read about it in the history books at school. Me and the band are excited to finally get there and rock out with the good people of Quebec.How are rehearsals going?PM: We are having a lot of fun.How is your French? Will you be speaking to the crowd in French?PM: Mais oui...First Liverpool, then Kiev and now Quebec. Are you enjoying these one-off huge shows?PM: Yeah, they're really nice. Gives me plenty of time with my family and gives me the opportunity to have some great rocking evenings with the band.What's next for you after this show? Any more planned?PM: Not at the moment, but I understand there is talk in the air.Paul plays Quebec this weekend, Saturday 20th July Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AD Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 Just heard on the radio that the Plains can hold about 200,000 people. Organizers are expecting 450,000. Get there early! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hartamophone Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 This will be Paul’s first visit to the capital. Paul first played in Canada when The Beatles appeared at the Montréal Forum in 1964. My Dad was there. CFRA was giving away tickets at the Ex one morning and my Dad didn't get a chance to listen in. He saw the DJ (I believe it was Ken Grant), whom he knew, on the street later that day and said that he was disappointed he didn't get the chance to win the tickets. The DJs response? "Oh my God, I totally forgot to give them away. Do you want them?" And my old man and his brother got to witness history. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimmyB Posted July 16, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 Just heard on the radio that the Plains can hold about 200,000 people. Organizers are expecting 450,000. Get there early!Thanks I will. I have a hostel near the Plains of Abraham and will be planning on being lined up before the crack of dawn.Peace,Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velvet Posted July 17, 2008 Report Share Posted July 17, 2008 I so want to be there but alas, I cannot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AD Posted July 18, 2008 Report Share Posted July 18, 2008 Crazy details here Gates won't open until 5!! And the Stills are opening. Good gig for them. Too bad they suckThe site will be closed to the public 48 hours before the show so no one can line up or sleep there the night before.On the day of the show:Main entrance, West side of the PlainsBetween Avenue Georges-VI and Avenue Ontario, east of Avenue Garneau. The concert site on the Plains of Abraham will be open to the public as soon as sound tests are completed, around 5 p.m. on Sunday. The gates will open at 5 p.m. to allow the public to enter a “buffer zone†before the concert area opens at 5:30.Second entrance, East side of the PlainsAnother gate will open around 6:30 at the corner of Grande-Allée and Avenue Georges-VI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schwa. Posted July 18, 2008 Report Share Posted July 18, 2008 I wonder if anyone remembers the verbal licking we took from Fuckhead Paul the last time he was in Canada. Made me feel like I personally clubbed a seal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schwa. Posted July 18, 2008 Report Share Posted July 18, 2008 OK, that might have been harsh, but who knights a beatle? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollie Posted July 18, 2008 Report Share Posted July 18, 2008 Sounds like a clusterfuck AD!Good luck Timmy!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimmyB Posted July 18, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2008 Thanks.Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewRider Posted July 18, 2008 Report Share Posted July 18, 2008 I wonder if anyone remembers the verbal licking we took from Fuckhead Paul the last time he was in Canada. Made me feel like I personally clubbed a seal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headymamamyrna Posted July 19, 2008 Report Share Posted July 19, 2008 Jesus never smoked! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanada Kev Posted July 19, 2008 Report Share Posted July 19, 2008 (edited) Jesus never smoked!Oh yes he did ... and in Ottawa too!!!Jesus Smoking Marijuana In Ottawa - For more funny videos, click here Edited July 19, 2008 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted July 19, 2008 Report Share Posted July 19, 2008 from a Videotron forum:Subscribers to Videotron's illico Digital TV service will be able to watch the Paul McCartney concert LIVE on Indigo from the comfort of their living rooms on Sunday evening, July 20, and on illico on Demand as of the next day.The concert on the Plains of Abraham is part of Quebec City's 400th birthday celebrations.The Paul McCartney concert will be broadcast live on Canal Indigo (channel 300) on Sunday, July 20, for $19.95.The concert will also be available the very next day, Monday, July 21, on illico on Demand (channel 900), for the price of $17.99.= WOOHOO! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanada Kev Posted July 19, 2008 Report Share Posted July 19, 2008 The concert will be available the next day on the interwebs for the price of $0.00 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AD Posted July 19, 2008 Report Share Posted July 19, 2008 The concert will be available the next day on the interwebs for the price of $0.00 i sure do hope so. here's hoping some quebeckians know how to record the show! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanada Kev Posted July 19, 2008 Report Share Posted July 19, 2008 I'll be on the lookout. Whoever sees a link (torrent, rapidshare, etc.) please post it here. Should be a historic show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headymamamyrna Posted July 20, 2008 Report Share Posted July 20, 2008 Jesus never smoked!Oh yes he did ... and in Ottawa too!!!Jesus Smoking Marijuana In Ottawa - For more funny videos' date=' click here[/quote']Thats proof alright!I will have to stop going to church as i was meant to believe he never smoked!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headymamamyrna Posted July 20, 2008 Report Share Posted July 20, 2008 I know this has nothing to do with Sir PAul in Quebec city.He wouldnt be happy if he knew Jesus smoked . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanada Kev Posted July 20, 2008 Report Share Posted July 20, 2008 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted July 20, 2008 Report Share Posted July 20, 2008 have a great show TimmyB. I would like to PVR it, but I would have no way to send it to the interwebs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AD Posted July 21, 2008 Report Share Posted July 21, 2008 JetDrive My CarOnly Mama KnowsAll My LovingFlaming PieGot To Get You Into My LifeLet Me Roll ItC MoonMy LoveLet Em InFine LineThe Long And Winding RoadDance TonightBlackbirdCalico SkiesFollow The SunMichelleMrs VanderbiltEleanor RigbySomethingA Day In A Life / Give Peace a ChanceGood Day SunshineToo Many People / Bathroom WindowPenny LaneBand On The RunBirthdayBack In The USSRI Got A FeelingLive And Let DieLet It BeHey JudeLady MadonnaGet BackI Saw Her Standing ThereYesterdaySgt. Peppers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewRider Posted July 21, 2008 Report Share Posted July 21, 2008 WOW! Nice set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted July 22, 2008 Report Share Posted July 22, 2008 check out the vid I posted in the video forum for Live and Let Die. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimmyB Posted July 22, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2008 Another great Sir Paul McCartney concert. It was so worth the drive and the 24 hours I waited in line to get in for a reasonably good spot near the stage.I was so happy to get predicted personal debuts of "Michelle," "Birthday" and "Only Mama Knows" as well as some surpries with "Let 'Em In" and "Mrs. Vanderbilt."I will write more later once I get some more sleep, I'm so tired.Peace,Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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