The The announced details behind The Comeback Special
The highly anticipated multi-media release The Comeback Special - Live At Royal Albert Hall 2018 documents The The's grand return to the stage in 2018. The breathtaking performance was the band's first of three sold out shows in London and was captured live by legendary director Tim Pope on June 5th, 2018 at Royal Albert Hall in London. Details are still to be announced, however Matt Johnson has confirmed that his Cinéola label has partnered with earMUSIC to issue a variety of releases including a concert film, six disc set, and 136 page art book which are scheduled to arrive on October 1st. Pre-orders have not yet been announced, but news is expected shortly.
For now The The shared the live version of "Sweet Bird Of Truth" from The Comeback Special which is available to view below along with the setlist/tracklisting. The live version of "Sweet Bird Of Truth" is available to stream on streaming services and to download.
Head over to The The's official website to read the full posting and view stills from The Comeback Special.
The Comeback Special - Live At Royal Albert Hall setlist
01. Global Eyes
02. Sweet Bird Of Truth
03. Flesh & Bones
04. Heartland
05. The Beat(en) Generation
06. Armageddon Days (are here again)
07. A Long Hard Lazy Apprenticeship
08. We Can’t Stop What’s Coming
09. Phantom Walls
10. Love Is Stronger Than Death
11. Dogs Of Lust
12. Helpline Operator
13. This Is The Night
14. This Is The Day
15. Soul Catcher
16. Bugle Boy
17. Beyond Love
18. Slow Emotion Replay
19. (Like a) Sun Rising Thru My Garden
20. Infected
21. I’ve Been Waiting For Tomorrow (all of my life)
22. True Happiness (this way lies)
23. Uncertain Smile
24. Lonely Planet