Normally the Grammys mean nothing to me (see also: irrelevant posturing and pulse-less) but I tuned in to see the return of one of my favourite bands, The Police. Sadly I just missed their short performance…but just caught it now on YouTube. Pretty great if you ask me. And if the rumours are indeed true of a reunion tour we might get to see more of them.
I usually stay away from paying attention to these reunion tour nostalgia acts but the Police certainly make it hard not to at least consider the large pricetag. Is anyone out there remotely interested in seeing the Police? If so, how much would you pay to see them live? Would it even be worth it?
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Side note: Stewart Copeland has the same drum mannerisms and posture as Greg. Take a look… I swear he even sort of looks like Greg. If you squint.
UPDATE: Well it’s official.
What did you think of the choice to play Roxanne? Not my favorite Police tune, but they really did a great job I thought. To me, Stewart Copeland is one of the most unique rock drummers of all time- I never get tired of his driving, four on the floor beats with super syncopated fills. Interesting choice of clothing by him too- Nike wicking athletic fabrics. must be hot on stage
I think I would pay 50 bones for the concert. Despite Synchonicity being one of my favorite albums in high school, there are others I would choose to see live first.
Though its not my favourite song, no song has instant recognition from everyone than “Roxanne.” It embodies the group and you know, rocks! My personal fav is “So Lonely” off the same album. There is something about their brand of punk, Brit rock and reggae that is so great… well as long as its performed by Copeland. He is by far one of the most underrated rock drummers..even now.
I read a few interesting articles debating about how they will mix now that they are back together. Will they bicker, fight, even like eachother? Does it matter as long as the music is good? http://www.nytimes.com/2007/02/18/arts/music/18pare.html?_r=1&ref=music&oref=slogin
Interesting stuff for sure. Hope its good.