Got Back

On May 3, we four plus Kennedy headed to Climate Pledge Arena to see the one, the only Sir Paul McCartney. 

This marked the third time we were fortunate enough to see Sir Paul. The first time was back in, when he performed the first concert ever at then Safeco Field (now T-Mobile Park) on July 19, 2013. The second time we saw him perform was the former Key Arena, back in April 17, 2016. He told us then he'd be back, and he made good on that promise by playing Climate Pledge, which is the dramatically remodeled Key Arena. (About the only think that's the same is the distinctive roof.)

We had what you would call nosebleed seats. We were in the very last row of the stadium. It actually wasn't bad - it's nice not having anyone behind you, talking, screaming, spilling things on you, kicking your seat, etc. 

The show was everything you could hope for. Paul played everything from The Quarrymen to The Beatles to Wings and some more recent stuff. Here's a link to the setlist for the May 3 concert. 

He even did a video duet with John Lennon at one point.

Sadly, we'll never get to see George or John play live, as they are both long gone, but we do have tickets to see Ringo in September!

After the show we strolled Seattle Center from the northwest corner to the southeast, and stopped to appreciate the scenery along the way. 

Above and below, the kids sit on the whale sculpture near the International Fountain. 

An art installation outside of the Chihuly museum had an eerie glow. 

And, if course, I had to stop for the requisite Space Needle shot. 

I sure am glad we were all over COVID in time to go to the show. When Annabelle finally got it (the last of we four to contract it), the first think I did was look at the calendar and do the math regarding whether or not she's be clear for the McCartney show.