George Michael [1988.05.31] Live In Paris [SBD]

 

George Michael
Recorded during the Faith World Tour
Palais des Sports, Paris, France
Tuesday May 31th, 1988

Professional Soundboard Recording
Westwood One Recording
Encoded: FLAC Format + 320 & 192 Kbps MP3

https://www.discogs.com/George-Michael-Faith-Tour/release/4770622
http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/george-michael/1988/palais-omnisports-de-paris-bercy-paris-france-7bc712a8.html

This is truly one of the very best George Michael bootlegs to ever surface. This was recorded during the height of his commercial success, on the wildly successful Faith Tour. George is at the very top of his game vocally, even hitting the high notes in “One More Try” with ease. “Hard Day” comes off much better here than it does on record, making for an excellent lead-off track. The Stevie Wonder cover, “Love’s In Need Of Love Today” is a song that suits George’s voice perfectly and he really shines on it. The hit duet with Aretha Franklin, “I Knew You We’re Waiting” is performed solo here, and you really don’t miss Aretha, George nails it on his own. “Careless Whisper” is milked to the extreme, with an extended saxophone solo that really takes this epic to the next level. Deon Estus, bass player and background vocalist is a standout on this recording, laying down a solid groove throughout the show. The 1996 unplugged shows are excellent, but this recording, with a full band is very, very special.

Track List: (Artwork Included)
01. Hard Day
02. Everything She Wants
03. I’m Your Man
04. A Different Corner
05. Love’s In Need Of Love Today
06. Father Figure
07. One More Try
08. I Knew You Were Waiting For Me
09. Careless Whisper
10. Lady Marmalade
11. I Want Your Sex