So far this tour Scott has botched at least a portion of the following songs (I believe there may be more, but I am working on memory right now):
Lounge Fly
Coma
Down
Vasoline
I know I'll get chastised for this, but that is pretty pathetic. Luckily his voice sounds so great or people would be more upset, but its pretty ridiculous that the band is struggling through songs at this point. With all the news swirling around Scott right now, you think he would buckle down and get the job done- get practiced up and know your own songs. The guy is my favorite singer in Rock and Roll, but he clearly is taking things for granted here, while no doubt cashing that fat paycheck the band keeps talking about.
I'm not limiting this to just Scott either, the band in a few situations seems to be off cue as well. Take the beginning of All in the suit... There is clearly hesitation as to that the song is starting. I know they haven't been playing shows TOGETHER in 5-6 years, but the band has been playing shows in their side projects. I know people will defend them saying early tour jitters, etc; however the fact of the matter remains that these guys are professionals. They should be well rehearsed and not having these problems at this point. They are paid millions to show up and be professionals.
I love STP more than just about anything. The music and Scotts voice both sound great, but I really feel like songs shouldn't be getting screwed up right now. Lots of big bands have reuinited after long breaks without these major hic-ups.
STP seems to be on the right track for the first time in a long time: variations of recorded songs (not just playing the song the same as the cd version), rotating setlists (still remains to be seen), good variety of songs, energetic performances by the members. However, they clearly need to rehearse more.
Is anyone else a little disappointed?