Sting 3.0

Sting presents classics and surprises in a powerful show in Curitiba...

Once again, the Pedreira Paulo Leminski turned into a grand temple of rock celebration last Tuesday night (19). And the one who led the party was British musician Sting, who, with all his experience and mastery, delivered an incredible show for the Curitiba audience.

Not a single inch of the Pedreira was left vibrating last night with the sheer power of the performance by three giants on stage. Sting, on bass and vocals, was accompanied by super guitarist Dominic Miller and drummer Chris Maas.

A comment during the show perfectly explains the grandeur of the stage. "The guys are three, with no backing vocals, no keyboards. It seems like there are a lot of people, but it's just them; the power of the music is enormous," commented one fan.

The show was great from start to finish. Promptly at 8:30 p.m., Sting took the stage with "Message in a Bottle," a classic by The Police—a band for which Sting was lead singer, songwriter, and bassist for over 30 years. The energy filled the entire Pedreira stadium, and all eyes were on the stage, on the shy star who, at 73, delivered a show full of enthusiasm. Even the clouds held back the rain to hear the great star.

Sting rarely interacted with the audience, but he did manage to speak a few words in Portuguese. "I'm very happy to be here with you," said the British singer, speaking in clear Portuguese. The singer apologized for not knowing more phrases in the language, but he managed to please the audience even with a few words.

In the setlist, Sting sang classics by The Police as well as many others that were hits during his solo career. Among the older songs were "Fields of Gold," "Every Little Thing She Does is Magic," "Can't Stand Losing You," "Walking on the Moon," "So Lonely," and "King of Pain."

Sting is currently touring Brazil and has already performed in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. In Curitiba, the setlist included a great classic by The Police, much to the delight of fans. The reggae-driven "Spirits in the Material World" was received with joy and surprise.

During the show, Sting spoke only a few times with the Curitiba audience. The singer thanked the audience and briefly explained his songs. Before performing "Why Should I Cry for You?", Sting told the audience in English that he's read the Bible a few times but isn't a religious person.

The song, recorded in 1991, reflects on spiritual conflicts, loneliness, and blindness in the face of sadness.

The show continued smoothly, but the rain arrived gently and grew louder during the second half. A great classic, "Desert Rose," which was even the theme song for a Globo soap opera, got many people dancing with its Arabic influences.

"Every Breath You Take" closed the first half of the show, without much enthusiasm from Sting. One of the band's greatest hits perhaps no longer enchants the artist.

The energy peaked again with the encore. Sting closed the nearly two-hour performance with "Roxanne," a captivating and impactful one from The Police, and "Fragile," a calmer and more relaxed one. The band quickly thanked the fans, waved to them, and said goodbye, leaving the audience grateful for having witnessed a beautiful show.

(c) Tribuna do Paraná by Eloá Cruz

Packed with hits, Sting delights Curitiba in an unforgettable show at Pedreira Paulo Leminski...

Sting, who had never performed in Curitiba, couldn't escape the rain, but that wasn't a problem. The audience enjoyed it from start to finish.

This Tuesday night (18th) will certainly be etched in the memories of Curitiba residents who had the privilege of witnessing Sting's show in Curitiba, at Pedreira Paulo Leminski, one of the city's most iconic venues. The performance was the final stop on the STING 3.0 tour in Brazil, which visited São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, and brought the British singer-songwriter's time in Brazil to a grand conclusion. And even the rain wasn't a problem.

With over 10,000 people gathered in an atmosphere of great anticipation, the Curitiba audience was thrilled from the first chords. The show began with Sting performing unforgettable hits from his solo career and his time with The Police, such as "Message in a Bottle" and "Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic."

The mix of classics with tracks from his most recent album, "The Bridge," earned Sting recognition as one of the greatest icons in world music.

The 73-year-old singer and bassist displayed impressive energy, captivating the audience with his live performance, brimming with charisma, musical virtuosity, and that special touch only the greatest names in music possess.

Although the atmosphere was marred by rain, which arrived midway through the performance, specifically during the song "Can't Stand Losing You," the audience remained undeterred. On the contrary, it seemed they were even more enthralled by the moment.

What could have been a hindrance turned into a unique experience, with those in attendance demonstrating their passion for Sting's music. Unconcerned about the rain, the audience sang and danced along, celebrating the magic of the moment, as if at a grand gathering.

Sting, who had never performed in Curitiba, couldn't escape the rain, and the line from one of his most iconic songs, "I have stood here before inside the pouring rain," rang out loud amid the pouring rain and the fans' chants.

Sting, always attentive to the audience, made a point of interacting with and thanking the audience for their energy, gratefully mentioning the warm presence of the Brazilians. He even spoke some Portuguese.

"Curitiba, I'm so happy to be here with you. This is my whole Portuguese," said Sting in Curitiba.

The rain, which could have been a challenge, ended up becoming part of the experience, creating an almost mystical atmosphere, in tune with the grandeur of Pedreira Paulo Leminski.

And as if this gift for the audience wasn't enough, Sting went even further: the night was made even more special with a gift for the Curitiba audience: a unique version of "Spirits in the Material World," a classic track by The Police. The song was performed exclusively in Curitiba.

After a little over an hour and a half of the show, the show concluded with a breathtaking rendition of "Every Breath You Take," which plunged the audience into a state of collective ecstasy.

When the final chord was played, the audience went wild, applauding and screaming for more, while Sting waved, thanking everyone for the warm welcome he'd received in every Brazilian city. But he returned and played "Roxanne," which also thrilled the crowd, and closed in a different way than usual, with a calmer song, bidding farewell to Curitiba with "Fragile."

With his performance at Pedreira Paulo Leminski, Sting capped off his Brazilian tour with a flourish. The concert experience, marked by the combination of talent, emotion, and a unique atmosphere, will certainly remain in the memory of those who attended as a show by an artist who delivered everything.

(c) Banda B by Lucas Sarzi