SOUNDCHECK - Paul McCartney live in Birmingham - Out There Tour 2015

List tracks: 0:00 Intro 0:38 Jam (Welcome Birmingham) 8:35 Matchbox 13:04 One After 909 16:36 Drive My Car 19:50 Paul Wickens playing bits from what seems to be She's My Baby? 20:30 C Moon 24:03 Let 'Em In 29:26 Celebration 33:28 It's So Easy 36:41 Hope Of Deliverance + solo rehearsals 43:57 I'll Follow The Sun
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[@michaelpalmer5351]

In defence of Paul and the "decline" in his voice over the last few years . . . you have to remember this is a guy that kept his full-on, strong-as-f***, singing voice until he was at least like 67, which is decades more than most singers do. THEN you have to remember that he now plays longer sets than ever; usually 3 hours at a time, which musicians in their 20s or 30s usually won't even dream of. THEN you have to remember that instead of 'taking care' of his voice and just trotting out for a 45 minute set, he's singing all afternoon and evening before the 3 hour gig - doing 45-minute-long SOUNDCHECKS like this and doing loads of dressing room warm-up too. THEN remember that he's singing all the songs at their original pitch, in their original key, and has been doing that for the last 50 years. Many bands or artists will change the key of the songs from their CURRENT album, at like age 25, so that it's more manageable to sing live. - So we could sit here and comment on the 'weakening' of his voice all we want, but the fact that he's even able to speak, let alone sing a note at this point, is nothing short of miraculous.

[@MacLenHarStar]

+Michael Palmer God bless his voice, M.P.

[@MrDonnyAir]

+Michael Palmer - of course! Absolutely agreed, Michael. For those who are complaining that he doesn't sing like he used to; who else at the age of 73 can sing the same way that they did when they were 20, 30, hell, even 50? Not to mention how often he is doing it - it's not hard to burn-out your voice if you're giving it your all, night after night, travelling, not getting enough rest, continually doing talk shows and interviews in between shows, playing different climates all the time - Miami one night and Fargo the next? Anyone at ANY age could suffer from vocal fatigue under those conditions. I saw Boston about 14 years ago, and Brad Delp couldn't hit the high notes anymore, they had a younger back-up singer who was there to hit those stratospheric vocal parts, because Delp couldn't do it anymore, and he was MUCH younger then than Macca is now. Phil Collins used to roast his voice almost every other night on tour, and only in his 30's/40's, as a result of singing "I Don't Care Anymore", to the point where he finally had to just drop it from the set. Let's give Sir Paul a little credit here, gang. He's doing an amazing job; and he STILL sings better than a lot of guys who are HALF his age.

[@michaelpalmer5351]

MrDonnyAir Couldn't have said it better! x

[@allancerf9038]

all true. My deceased Mum was a university Speech Pathology Asst. Head of Department, so I know about the 'voice.' Paul's croaky speaking voice is indicative of someone who has over-used his voice - with glorious results one might add. Not just singing, speaking (he's talkative innit he) yelling, the whole 9. Rather than 'conserve' it (and there's no good evidence that taking time off preserves the voice, indeed many singers believe time off is THE worst mistake) he decided or fate decided for him - to use it, to really pull out all the stops. It's called "lack of fear of life!"

[@KRW628]

I agree entirely, Michael. People have got to remember, Paul didn't tour for 9 years. He went back on the road in '02 (a staggering show), and has essentially been on on tour a couple of times a year ever since. That kind of effort for 13 years (plus his age) is going to take it's toll. But even a 70-80% voice coming out of Paul's head... is STILL worth the money.

[@joeyday576]

Kinda weird to realize Paul's current band has been together longer than the Beatles and Wings.

[@DELHOOLY]

+Joey Day The band is strong! They really do all the songs justice.

[@sherifewiss1090]

Yes its realy true

[@fredpearson5204]

Probably because now there is only ONE alpha male in the group.

[@ToniInSussex]

@@fredpearson5204 THAT'S it.

[@tubalcainquirogac.1515]

@@DELHOOLY mm

[@jonthebru]

To me this is a historical document. Quite good sound actually. Fun to see and hear.

[@marceck1]

This is a long soundcheck, Paul is such a pro. And for those ignorant enough to criticize the singing, it's a SOUNDCHECK. He has to sing a full show that evening and there is no way he is going to push his voice.

[@jimmyb6307]

I AGREE A 100 % That Idiot should of been KICKED OUT !

[@barbergray]

I was lucky enough to attend the soundcheck in Warsaw 2013 AND meet all the band. Lovely guys.

[@girlfromgermany]

And what did you have to do for that?

[@theminardiparty]

These videos of Macca performing live do not do his live show justice. Yes, his voice has declined since I first saw him live in 2002. But in the six subsequent times I've seen him, his voice only gets better. The shows only get better. The atmosphere, the love, the people, the soundtrack to our lives...that's what his shows are about. I saw him this past July, at 75, he's still the undisputed king of live shows. If you've only witnessed Paul "live" through these videos and not actually in concert, you have to do so at least once in your life. He is the greatest of all time. And this is coming from a 27-year-old.

[@thesilvershining]

You’ve seen him 7 times?!? Holy crap I’m so incredibly jealous 🥺

[@johns.6133]

I remember when Paul was in Ringo's first AllStarr band back in the 60's.

[@Uetti]

+John S. Actually the second. The first All-Starr Band was known as Rory Storm & The Hurricanes

[@andys9337]

He always does matchbox in rehearsals ....he must love it, also probably reminds him of the old days..!!!

[@richardjrtruesdell3617]

His life and music have been a blessing to so many! It’s awesome to see him still at it AND with the same musicians for so long too!

[@bobf.5538]

He shakes all roadies hands. Knows all their names and families. All the lighting , guitar mixing board techs too...hes very involved. .dosent.just show up , play and leave. ..he cares

[@dyanapomp]

Ikr, he's just a fantastic human being, every little thing that he does proves it

[@DELHOOLY]

He puts on a phenominal show. Way over two hours every time...all awesome tunes...it's always a pleasure to see his performance...looking forward to May 4th n 5th

[@ericynot]

For those people here who seem to think McCartney should just go sit in a rocking chair because he can't sing quite as well today as he could 50 years ago, consider this: People don't go to his show to experience the world's greatest singer. They go to see a guy who is a great entertainer, plays with a great band, and has as good a catalog of songs to draw from as any performer in history. McCartney always delivers the goods.

[@girlfromgermany]

AND he IS a great singer! He was always a great singer, and will always be a great singer!

[@dciccantelli]

Yep. It's his passion & fun-loving temperament that bring bodies in.

[@thesilvershining]

Yep! I’d go to watch him recite poetry with only a beatnik drum if I had the chance.

[@Elliottmarx]

Absolutely the finest McCartney sound check footage I've ever seen. Kudos on being below the radar. This is valuable stuff! Thanks for capturing and then taking the time to share.

[@stevec1835]

The man is pure magic...

[@CristianGarcia-kh6bl]

Living legend,this guy is a genius,there would never be another one like him🤘

[@franktac580]

really great post...Paul seems to enjoy getting together with a team of like minded musicians for the sheer joy of making music

[@girlfromgermany]

As teenager I always dreamed of meeting Paul in person one time. And here in this video (and in other videos on KZbin) is exactly the reason! Now I remember why I wanted to meet him! He is someone very special and he always makes me laugh!! He's so warm - hearted and human and very likeable / loveable.

[@charlesnina1439]

After 50+ years I still meet Paul & the other Beatles probably three times a week in my dreams. It's like they are my family.

[@fbeatleboppinjohn]

I love this video! I can sit here and jam w/ Sir Paul, while I listen. He is the Ultimate Musician. He doesn't need any giant production to get his music across. You can tell he's having so much fun playing music. Besides bass, he's such a good guitar player ! If he were at home, by himself, I know he would thoroughly enjoy himself just noodling on some guitar or bass. His concerts are the BEST!

[@TacomaPaul]

Saw Paulie in Seattle at Safeco Field a few years ago. Paid $2000 for front row seat and VIP access. (They treated us like kings ! Hot food, free drinks... well, not so "free" heheh)... parking, early entry, etc. .. and the hour long soundcheck in the glorious sunshine for about 150 of us. I tried to film soundcheck... but WOW... the Kamera Kops were all over us. So I just put camera on Record and set it down on a chair pointing up. Got good sound. But YOU ! This is spectacular ! Well done.

[@jayneblow165]

Watching this in celebration of #73.....Happy Birthday to THE MAN.....THANKS, PAUL,,,,, LOVE TO &FOR YOU FOREVER....♥♡♥ ☆☆☆

[@sherifewiss1090]

I dont know what kind of man he is. He is a source of love and energy .he is a gift from God to our generation

[@RAGINxxXxxCAJUN]

I love raw video like these of live bands. Just proves the old school rockers don't need lip snyc like all the new people do. Very cool you got to have Paul all by yourself lol.

[@milestoneman500]

Abe Laborial Jr. on bass. Love it. His Dad ( Abe Sr.) do those who may not know is one of the greatest jazz bass players in the world.

[@BigangboBonanno]

Great video. Paul has a great sense of humor too. Great songs Greatest musician alive today... I saw him live end of last year . Best Show ever....this is a taste of that show......

[@ericlafoudrenoire1113]

What a Man and artist !!!

[@sdcalaca]

So let me get this straight....he does a 40 minute soundcheck then a 3 hour show and he's 70 plus? Only other artist I know that played that long was Springsteen and he was a lot younger.

[@girlfromgermany]

Until now I didn't even know that other artists make soundchecks themselves.

[@dciccantelli]

Lady V oh yeah. It's almost an industry requirement at this level. The performers have to live with & navigate through the sound at the shows. They need to know in advance what they're getting on any given night.

[@SydneyDrums]

During soundcheck Paul is getting foldback monitor levels correct & he isn’t pushing his voice hard, he’s ‘saving’ his voice for the show.

[@walrusiam1]

Mr eliodude thanks a lot for posting this amazing soundcheck from Paul. I feel so grateful and pleased ´cuz i've never had a chance to see performing Paul on live. I'm 32 years ago and i live in South America. I'm a lennonist fan but i give a high value and love to Paul. This video makes me feel on stage and on the first seat of the show. Thanks again for make me feel for the first time in my life on a Paul's concert.

[@circelebon9659]

Ohmigoddddd her really played "Hope Of Deliverance" how awesome is that!!!

[@amberbonifacio1444]

I WAS THERE!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO! I WAS CRYING MY EYES OUT AS SOON AS HE GOES INTO DRIVE MY CAR!

[@andys9337]

I think he just loves performing!!!!

[@MarioRodriguez-fs1kk]

Paul has a great group of musicians who just want to play with him and they are definitely a great support for Paul No egos, that's why they have lasted longer than the Beatles and Wings

[@RAYSEEME]

he hits every note and that's what counts , he controls the noise perfectly !

[@hvlmarie]

Fantastic upload ! Thanks eliodue :)) Celebration is a very nice song 29:26.

[@charlesnina1439]

This is fantastic!!! Thanks for sharing!

[@tonyfera]

Thanks so very much for posting this. I never get to see this stuff. Better than the actual show for me.

[@apolonio0907]

The BEST video of a sound check yet! Great Job!

[@beatleOed138]

Thanks for this soundcheck & all the other Macca videos you have uploaded! Great work.

[@williamlewis3677]

I love to hear Paul & band jam. He should release a whole video of sound checks!

[@Aberdumbie]

Way cool. Thanks for this great post.... Just is jaw dropping that this man at 74 rocks with more intensity than most half his age.

[@noahjohnson7453]

73

[@DizziNY1]

Aberdumbie See what a vegetarian lifestyle does for ya :D

[@KRW628]

I hate to say it, Dizz,... but you may be right on this one.I'd give up meat tomorrow, but I'm addicted.

[@DizziNY1]

Michael Powell So you're ok with the suffering of animals.....

[@Aberdumbie]

+DizziNY1 Point, set, match I reckon.. But being that there has to be a "top of the foodchain" and somehow us folks ended up here.... But really, this is about fifty plus years of great music, ain't it?

[@bithreyvids]

Incredible video!! Thank you so much for sharing, was 'out there' !! Only wish we had done this now. Saw the concert itself and will upload footage, but nowhere near as good as this. Brilliant!! Once again, thanks so much for sharing and giving us the opportunity to see it. The Bithreys of Dunstable...

[@rgorau]

Génial, toujours aussi génial ! Merci beaucoup !

[@atom-yr8tb]

ありがとうございます、感動しました。

[@bobf.5538]

He records his sounchecks. I read he wants to release a 2cd or a few soundcheck cds. This is pure gold

[@raularielcabrera8589]

Muchas Gracias por compartir y que nos da la oportunidad de verlo

[@festluv]

rare video and amazing quality, thanks

[@eddiemiles8213]

Fantastic upload - thanks!

[@joostdewaard9211]

verry nice this soundceck playing nice songs thank you

[@robchisholm2588]

Thanks for this, 'tis great !!

[@hmasyarra]

you all miss the point......... it's Paul McCartney! and that's all that matters, stop getting into semantics and enjoy the man himself and at 74 he's awesome.

[@mpl1700]

great !! well done ' and thanks a lot !

[@davidmtz4427]

What a great video... congratulations!. I know it's very hard to film in soundchecks, but you did it and in UHD... Woaw!

[@lakpolmit]

Wonderful!

[@PaulNose]

Thaaaaanks!!! I was there...not during soundcheck! :))))

[@Katy-ye1zr]

With all his energy- I should adopt his diet!

[@gogogogo2100]

Sir Paul has played live with Brian Ray, Rusty Anderson, Abe Laboriel Jr. and Wix Wickens longer than he played live with the Beatles. And it shows.

[@ginamori8656]

Georgi Mitchew wix wickens??

[@bobf.5538]

They have been together longer than the Beatles ...longer than wings and longer than any previous group of musicians...

[@johnechterhoff4791]

Happy Birthday today, PM!!!

[@sandylopez7567]

Molto grazie, Eliodue! Beautiful video....

[@DizziNY1]

Wow, I didn't know Faul could imitate Paul so well.... JOKING! I was watching a bunch of Paul is dead stuff. Some of it cracked me up. I love Paulie :D

[@mariovarraut6061]

Excellent

[@Sungodv]

What a voice he once had. He might get it back if he rested, but as Ringo said, he's a work-a-holic.

[@gatabarbieri4978]

Sungodv Well....THANK YOU for having mentioned (the first time I read something on it) Paul's voice !!!True, Paul had an amazing voice...as you subtly put it, "he might get it back if he rested"I'm not quite sure about that...and, Jeez, how I hate to say it :-((

[@williamcampbell9513]

Gata Barbieri 60+ years of screaming will do that. He adapts for an old dude.

[@gatabarbieri4978]

It turns out...I loved when Paul screemed!!! But one shoudn't ever forget the dude knew how to sing soft and using a very pure voice. Right??

[@BillyJango]

Sungodv Rested? The dodderin old cunt should pack it in for good, never mind rest. Good on him for being successful in his younger years but why doesn't he just retire and enjoy all the money he has earned instead of squawking the same old shit out over and over again. Its all nonsense. He could fart down the microphone and people would call him a genius just because he was in The Beatles all those years ago.

[@ZJProz]

Walt Jabsco So you like little girl gymnastics videos? You like Oasis and Blur? and you talk smack about the dude those two bands copy/steal from? He is a respected successful songwriter that wants to share and live his life on a stage into his late 70's. Enough said.

[@charleneforet8410]

🎶Sounds So Good 🎼🌟🥰

[@SrTetosalazar]

......I HAVE A SOUNDCHECK RECORDED DIRECTLY FROM THE AUDIO OF A CONCERT HERE IN MEXICO, NOT THE VIDEO, BUT THE COMPLETE MUSIC, BECAUSE A FRIEND OF MINE WAS WORKING WITH THE SOUND ENGINEERY ......WONDERFUL......

[@Userdaniel]

Lo podrías compartir? Por favor!?Un saludo! También soy de México :)

[@stephaniecioffi4562]

great video. when we went last Saturday we were told no videos and had to stand half way up back from the stage. but he does at least 2 songs with his different instruments....1 hour....3 hour concert

[@THELEAPHOME1]

I'm the guy shouting at Paul about lipa and Liverpool and my girlfriend before hand about the tattoo and austrilia thakyou so much for fliming they wee very Stricked and I thought that this would have been lost forever,now me and my girlfriend not only have the memories in Our head but also on disc. Thankyou

[@eliodue]

THELEAPHOME1 Interesting! are you the guy that said to Paul "I was in Liverpool yesterday" (or something like that)? I really would like to know the whole dialogue between you and Paul beacause I'm not able to understand all the words (English is not my mother tongue).

[@macca1792]

eliodue sorry talking from a different account now. Yes I was in Liverpool the day before as paul was doing a talk and class at LIPA. So at the sound check we screamed it to him and he replyed that this wasent him it was his double and he never goes out and stays in his room. so coollllll thanks again mate

[@huarachudo47]

THELEAPHOME1 You lucky screamer bastard got Paul to play a special request for you and make the son of the greatest bass player in the world to come down of his drum kit to play bass on your special petition. You must be walking above the gound. Well done.

[@macca1792]

huarachudo47 that wasn't me for the song request mine was the Liverpool comment. many people were screaming, but my talk was cool

[@AnibalMirandanibito]

THELEAPHOME1 If I was him, I would have you removed...lol

[@alejandrogimenez2460]

Muy buen video.... hay que mantenerse durante tantos años como lo hace este Sr. Mis respetos Sir MC Kney..... cuando vienes de nuevo por mi pais??? Argentina te espera.- La mejor música.-

[@jflo342]

I still love this cute Beatle. And his band too.

[@systems55]

amazing ...

[@rodrigotamayo6069]

Excelente!!! MACCA es inmenso

[@keithkacner1695]

We got tickets for the Columbus show. Saw him in Cincinnati several years ago. Can't wait!!!!!

[@JulianLennon1]

Hearing Celebration..made me think of the Lovely Linda

[@TotalSinging]

Its nice he brought back some later solo period stuff but man I sooooo wish he'd drop "C-Moon" (blech) and bring back more stuff from his 80s and 90s period.

[@todpolk]

+Kevin Richards Rock the Stage NYC Stranglehold!

[@sylviarutten9676]

thanks a lot

[@123mintjelly]

Sweet !!!

[@Aberdumbie]

That's Abe Laboriel on bass!!! His father taught him very well!!!!

[@gbmaccafan]

abes on drums

[@RobertNebelMedia]

Good idea to place the name of the city in our sound-check - as a reminder as to where you're at - has nothing to do w/ age - heck I would forget where I'm at sometimes LOL ..... I love this - thank you for sharing.

[@Telboy555]

The years have been kind

[@gatabarbieri4978]

19:47 Soooo cute! "it's true" and then he shrugs his shoulders Mmmm...I'm so in love with this guy ;-)

[@eugeos5700]

What camera did you use to film soundcheck in such a superb quality?

[@eliodue]

Evgeny Osokin I used a Canon Legria HF M41

[@michaeldavis9834]

Wow, luck you, Iam over here South Australia and never get see top stuff like this Go Paul

[@sahim68]

bel concerto ..bel canale. Ti seguirò

[@CheriLexvold]

That’s some good leads!

[@BazilTRock]

Paul should have released a singing version of Celebration. What a knock out track!

[@CheriLexvold]

Good job Paul McCartney!

[@jayneblow165]

$1000 is just the right price for this treat...spent $500 for 2nd row aisle in 1990 Worcester, MA...USA...MISSED my phone call from press secretary for soundcheck concert in 1989 NYC..my friends got to go (didn't know my last name then to find me!!.....GOT an answering machine after that mess....

[@gatabarbieri4978]

39:53 Paul has an amazing and obvious complicity with Abe the drummer. I've been noticing that for a long time. It's true Abe just adores Paul and is totally devoted to him. Watch carefully all the videos

[@trickydonavan2913]

+Gata Barbieri the way you refer to the drummer is patronising just cause hes got a brown skin grow up hes not some half child good man Friday. Any unknown musician would be devoted if the likes of Macca Noel Gallagher or Cheryl Cole gave them a gig its called profesionalisim . I'm sure the deveotion is more related to wages in that regard most of are devoted to our employer.

[@hihats]

+Tricky Donavan wow...congratulations on the dumbest post I've seen...Laboriel was/is a huge Beatles fan...he's referenced them in interviews prior to his association with PM.

[@gatabarbieri4978]

+hihats well, thank you for been supportive and telling us about Abe! I didn't even answer to that guy: such inappropriate and stupid comments

[@sebastianduk9584]

Genius

[@trishlake4288]

This is a fantastic entertainer. Did you think maybe he was saving his voice. or getting his voice ready for concerts. From what I see that fantastic guy is loving to his fans and goes over and above the call of duty. Damn if I look that good at 72.

[@stuartshire]

Hope of deliverance ! Cool :) well done on bass abe !

[@alejandrovalentinsilva.4973]

HOPE OF DELIVERENCE, IS LIKE BEEN IN FROM OF JESUS WAY AND THE DARKNESS AROUND US, HE DELIVERENCE ALL OF US CRISTIAN PEOPLE I MIND. GOOD BLESS YOU. SO LONG.

[@matheussviniciuss9149]

36:41 - Hope Of Deliverance ❤️🇧🇷

[@coffeehigh420]

intro ... i was expecting Paul to say "where it's at... i got 2 turntables and a microphone"

[@user-jw9oq9rj2s]

よく、よく来てくれたね～✨❗Birmingham へ、ようこそって！Paul のおもてなし！素敵🍀🎵💖👌Yeah ❗🎸🎤🎶😊ww～

[@alexbearful]

love a copy of this

[@JulianLennon1]

Celebration - brill

[@philhinto1193]

People just want to see the owner of that voice and appreciate how it feels ...no matter how it sounds.

[@PC4USE1]

Paul still has a great voice,of course he cannot reach the notes he could at 24 but what singer can? His presence and musical ability more than makes up for any imperfections. His range was phenomenal and no one can expect a duplication of that at his age. Can you lift as much weight at 80 as you could at 24?

[@vladimiri.8364]

Esli kto stoyal iz Vas na scene v 1972-1999, - legko mneya pojmete.Etot simple sound track Sir Pola -- nasha, v to vremya, akusticheskaya mechta, akusticheskoe vse! No vizual'noe -- nepostizhimoe. Dazhe segodnya, 4 Avgusta, 2015 goda, ya smotru vse eto s blagogoveniem. Mozhet ne takim ostrym. No s nim.

[@silvanascanferla8454]

Thank god for back-up singers.