Paul McCartney Live at Manchester MEN Arena (9 April 2003) – Back In The World Tour

Paul McCartney Live at Manchester Evening News Arena – 9 April 2003

Wednesday 9 April 2003 | Live, Paul McCartney

Paul McCartney performed at the Manchester Evening News Arena in Manchester, England, on 9 April 2003 as part of the Back In The World Tour. The show marked the seventh date of a 33-date run across Europe and North America between March and June 2003.

This concert was the first of two consecutive nights in Manchester, forming a key early stop on the tour's UK leg.

Tour Context

The Back In The World Tour was McCartney's major return to large-scale international touring in the early 2000s, featuring a setlist spanning The Beatles, Wings, and solo material.

Band lineup: Paul “Wix” Wickens, Brian Ray, Rusty Anderson, Abe Laboriel Jr.

Setlist Overview

The Manchester show featured a wide-ranging set including:

Hello, Goodbye, Jet, Blackbird, Band On The Run, Eleanor Rigby, Something, Live And Let Die, Let It Be, Hey Jude, and The End.

The performance also included deeper cuts such as Two Of Us, Calico Skies, and Things We Said Today.

Soundcheck Highlights

Coming Up, All My Loving, C Moon, Things We Said Today, You Never Give Me Your Money, and Lady Madonna were among the rehearsal selections during soundcheck.

Venue Information

Location Map

FAQ

When did Paul McCartney play Manchester Evening News Arena?

9 April 2003 during the Back In The World Tour.

Was this the first Manchester show on the tour?

Yes, it was the first of two consecutive nights at the venue.

Which tour was this part of?

The Back In The World Tour (2003), spanning 33 shows internationally.

Who was in McCartney's band?

Paul “Wix” Wickens, Brian Ray, Rusty Anderson, and Abe Laboriel Jr.

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