1/5/2024 0 Comments Paul weller chicago![]() ![]() I thought that was hilarious.When Paul Weller announced The Style Council’s arrival in March 1983, he’d come a very long way. Oh, btw, the set list also had the drink orders for the band written out on it. I thought the crowd was blissed out and very appreciative, and it seemed to me like Weller and the band felt it. The crowd may have been rowdier for Malice and some of the old hits, but I don't think they/we were "quiet". I have to disagree with the reviewer somewhat. It was one of the best shows I've ever seen. And didn't encore 2 end with Malice? Like it was the big kiss goodbye?Ĭrazy that I can't remember it all more exactly. and didn't he do the actual song 22 Dreams, too? And I think Eton Rifles was in the main set, not an encore. I know That's Entertainment was closer to the top of the show. Thanks for the set list! I met someone who got the actual handwritten list from the sound techs - if I can get in touch with him, I will let you know the exact order of things. Maybe he had the same nostalgia on his mind, too. Weller smiled and danced around himself as the floor went wild for his famous chords. As I stood next to a dead ringer for imprisoned former 'N SYNC manager Lou Pearlman who was clapping his hands and dancing on the floor, I thought about a somewhat crass line that comedian Chris Rock has said: "You are always going to love the music you were listening to when you first got laid." It seemed like "Malice" loosened up the self-consciousness of the audience, and despite however awkward it looked, people of all ages finally felt free to boogie, albeit for a few minutes. "Wild Wood" had an intense, dub-heavy revision, and "Shadow of the Sun" took a trip into Thin Lizzy territory with guitarmonies between him and guitarist Steve Cradock (of Ocean Colour Scene).ĭespite how entertaining and rich his entire set was, the crowd was quiet the entire evening but briefly rallied for Weller's best-known hits from the Jam's era, "Town Called Malice" and "That's Entertainment." Many in the crowd, who were likely fans of Weller's music when it debuted thirty years ago, were now in sport jackets and Dockers jumping up and down screaming in delight alongside Weller's younger fans. The most delightful part of seeing him live is hearing extended, jam-length versions of his songs. From the set's opener "Peacock Suit" to the third encore, a cello-tinged cover of "All You Need is Love," Weller's vocals remained strong. His energy matched his set, which covered his career reaching as far back as his days leading The Jam and lasted almost two-and-a-half hours. Touring for his most recent album 22 Dreams (Yep Roc), Weller is incredible shape, jumping around onstage nursing drinks, and smoking (gasp! Are Brits exempt from the smoking ban?) throughout the evening. The crowd at the House of Blues last night was sizeable (although not sold out) and for the most part looked like a crowd of middle-aged, well-dressed parents at a football game. While his music is popular in Europe, Weller is virtually unknown in the States, despite his unique brand of soul-tinged rock. The former frontman of The Jam and The Style Council has built a very respectable and varied solo career. While many music acts from the '80s are living off the fame grid, save for the occasional reunion tour or award show appearance, Paul Weller is still working hard. Concert Wed Review: Paul Weller House of Blues 9/16
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