Paul McCartney live: Estadio de Liga, Quito
Monday 28 April 2014 | Out There Tour | Quito, Ecuador
Overview
On 28 April 2014, Paul McCartney performed at the Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado (Estadio de Liga) in Quito, Ecuador, as part of the Out There Tour. The concert was the 37th date of a 91-show world tour running from May 2013 to October 2015.
This was McCartney's first-ever concert in Ecuador, making it a historic occasion for Beatles fans in the country.
Altitude Context
Quito sits at approximately 2,850 metres (9,350 feet) above sea level β making it one of the highest capital cities in the world and one of the most physically demanding stops on any world tour. The reduced oxygen at altitude affects both performers and audiences, and the touring band noted the challenge on social media, with McCartney himself acknowledging it humorously during the show.
Band Line-up
- Paul McCartney β vocals, bass, guitar, piano
- Paul βWixβ Wickens β keyboards, vocals
- Brian Ray β guitar, bass, vocals
- Rusty Anderson β guitar, vocals
- Abe Laboriel Jr β drums, vocals
Setlist Highlights
The show largely followed McCartney's standard Out There Tour setlist, spanning Beatles, Wings, and solo material. A brief excerpt of All You Need Is Love was incorporated during the second encore β the only deviation from the usual running order noted at this date.
- Eight Days a Week
- Save Us
- All My Loving
- Jet
- Let Me Roll It
- Paperback Writer
- My Valentine
- Maybe I'm Amazed
- Band on the Run
- Back in the USSR
- Live and Let Die
- Hey Jude
- Yesterday
- Helter Skelter
- Golden Slumbers / Carry That Weight / The End
Tour Context
The Out There Tour was one of the longest and most extensive of McCartney's solo career, covering 91 dates across North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania. The South American leg in April 2014 included dates in Brazil, Chile, and Ecuador.
Venue Location
FAQs
Was this McCartney's first concert in Ecuador?
Yes β the 28 April 2014 Quito show was Paul McCartney's first-ever concert in Ecuador.
Why is Quito challenging for touring artists?
At approximately 2,850 metres above sea level, Quito is one of the world's highest capital cities. The reduced oxygen at altitude affects physical performance and stamina for both performers and audiences.
What tour was this part of?
The Out There Tour, which ran from May 2013 to October 2015 across 91 dates worldwide.
What was unique about the setlist?
A brief excerpt of All You Need Is Love was incorporated during the second encore β the only noted deviation from the standard Out There Tour running order at this date.
Editorial Note
The Quito concert represents one of the more physically remarkable stops on the Out There Tour β a show performed at nearly 3,000 metres altitude, in a country McCartney had never played before, to an audience experiencing a once-in-a-lifetime event.
Also on 28 April in Beatles History
- George Martin speaks for Deafness Research UK β 28 April 2010
- Paul McCartney Live at Nippon Budokan, Tokyo β 28 April 2015
- View all events on 28 April in Beatles History
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