Kanada Kev Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 Well, I had purchased tix back when the initial hype of the announcement was still fresh. Seemed like ages away at the time. Then, two more shows get added in Toronto and I realize that there's now way I should have paid full price for the tix. Oh well, it was time to go to the show last night. We got in the doors just as The Police took the stage ... 8:45 sharp. Despite the flood of tix on the market, the place was packed. It was filled much like when U2 was last here, even in and around the stage. Nice minimalist setup on stage. No crazy pyro or nothing. Really was highlighting the 3 players on stage with no need for additional support. 3 large screens high above the stage and 2 on either side provided for lots of close-ups of the players. Because of that, it really didn't matter how close you were. We moved over part way through the show to get some improved sound. Went to the opposite end of the ACC away from the stage, but centred. Sounded perfect!!! I am often amazed at the sonic output that a good trio can pump out. They barrelled through one song after another and it was a really well done setlist. Covered all of their stuff the best they could. I was really impressed with at least half a dozen tunes that they worked into some decent jam sequences. You could tell by their interplay on stage at moments that they were really communicating with one another and enjoying the ride. One song came to a bit of an abrupt end as it looked like Sting and Andy got a little lost. Nobody really seemed to mind. Stewart Copeland is really fun to watch on the kit. The last time I had seen him was with Oysterhead at Massey Hall. This was no Oysterhead show, but he was able to really get in to the groove. Sting's voice is in fine form. Wow, on some of the arrangements it seemed as they may have shifted keys to allow for voice changes, but then on others he was belting them out with his smooth delivery and energy. I still think that he has one cool looking bass. So a buddy of mine calls me and tells me he's heading to the show tonight and coming up from Rochester. I get the green light, and now I'm going to see them again tonight. I scored a pair of tix in section 304 for only $40!!! There's more to be had. Check out these listings: http://tinyurl.com/2e82ck Should be another good show tonight. Anyone else going down??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YearsAlongTheSea Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 I wish, have fun and thanks for the review.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 heading to montreal on wednesday for the cops. I can't wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanada Kev Posted July 24, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 Yup, another great show last night. No changes in the setlist but they were sounding better and the PA was better tuned. Stings voice is in top-form. Really blew me away again. TONS of tix wayyy below cost outside the venue. They were dumping them hours before showtime. Heard one scalper bitching that he made more money selling Police tix back in 1980!!! Ha Only $20 for me last night and it was WELL worth it. Keep your eye on eBay if you need some cheapies fast. They'll keep going down in price, but just get your ass into the show http://tinyurl.com/279use Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phorbesie Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 i had a great time at the show. they sounded good and the stage was cool. played everything i could think of. the orbit room was going off...never seen the place so packed before. funny how no matter which concert you've just seen, KB manages to leave it in the dust. harry manx was there and got up on stage to sing a few tunes, which was really cool. another woman (susie ?) got up to sing one as well. V mentioned the police show to KB so they did their police tune. twas fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanada Kev Posted July 24, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 Cool. Damn, I wish I had thought of heading up there to catch a few tunes before going home. Oh well, gotta remember for the next time. Saw a pic on the commuter paper today of Sting doing yoga at one of the downtown yoga centres. Wonder if they'll switch up the setlist at all before their return in November. If I can score tix for $20 again I'll go for the hat trick Wish they would tour another Police Picnic. Now THOSE were some great festivals with a fun collection of bands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
secondtube Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 thanks for the ticket heather!it really turned out to be a fantastic view. right above stewart....i saw every note he hit!it was an 'ok' concert. some songs were played well, others were butchered....at one point they started a song, and sting was strumming the chords to so lonely.....he just laughed, smiled, and started over. over all, i thought it was worth the $100 i paid.....but only once....it would be worth the $20 scalper prices over and over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baj Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 I want a time machine... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanada Kev Posted July 24, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 lol ... next time Baj You did get the invite Now, try to get a Zappa Plays Zappa ticket on the cheap and you won't be disappointed. Need some help? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booche Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 PM NORTHERN WISH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanada Kev Posted July 25, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 Looks like 2 Police gigs in Toronto in November now. Didn't hear that the second one was announced:http://www.ticketmaster.ca/artist/1101273 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave-O Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 Glad to hear a good review, thanks Kev, the hype for this tour has seriously dwindled (see ticket prices). I've seen Sting before so my expectations are in line, but I'm still very excited to see a band I never thought I'd have the opportunity to tomorrow.Enjoy the show tonight brothers Bouchard! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaimoe Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 And given that the Live Earth show was mostly killer (sorry Dave-O, but Kanye ruined "Message In A Bottle"), the Toronto gigs were probably on par or better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave-O Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 What, you didn't like that he came out for the finale without having a clue what the words to the song were? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaimoe Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 What, you didn't like that he came out for the finale without having a clue what the words to the song were? I thought Stewart was going to go at him at one point, and then beat up Sting for old time's sake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phishtaper Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 Stings voice is in top-form. Really blew me away again.i thot that too, so I couldnt understand why he dropped an octave on a few tunes. it wasnt like he couldnt hit the high notes, because he did on other tunes. overall, a solid 8 1/2 for me. invisible sun was the highlight for me. i dig dark police. im really glad i went, even if we did help pay for sting's new gold plated yoga mat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanada Kev Posted July 25, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 My thoughts exactly. Why drop the other tunes down a notch. I think i posted that earlier. I like the "darker" Police too. Invisible Sun was a real highlight for me as well. Synchronicity II and Walking on the Moon stood out both nights i felt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phishtaper Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 ... I think i posted that earlier ... oh, you probably did, Kev ... [color:purple]I dont actually read your posts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanada Kev Posted July 26, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2007 LOL ... I'm just glad when an observation is backed up by another skank ... it wasn't all just a figment of my imagination Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewRider Posted July 26, 2007 Report Share Posted July 26, 2007 I'm totally gonna hang outside the show in November and miss the first two songs and pay $20 for $200 seats like I do for all shows there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanada Kev Posted July 26, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2007 Guarantee we could all get in that way! Also check on those last minute Buy It Now deals on eBay the day of (and print out the Ticketfast tix). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booche Posted July 26, 2007 Report Share Posted July 26, 2007 invisible sun was the highlight for me. i dig dark police.Well said PT.Great show tonight. Mike and I want to stay for tomorrow. We dont even care that it would be the same thing.I think I got a few decent pics that I will be able to put up tomorrow or Friday. Its a shame we didnt have my bro's shit going down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted July 26, 2007 Report Share Posted July 26, 2007 see the Police if you have an opportunity and ESPECIALLY if you love the Police.it's so easy to see a Rock Show right now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booche Posted July 26, 2007 Report Share Posted July 26, 2007 Great.Mike just stumbled upon gay porn and I wish I was joking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted July 26, 2007 Report Share Posted July 26, 2007 montreal tv is weird. it's funny that the gay channel was the only thing that andre was actually entertained with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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