[paul in cape]

Almost every act does the same thing. It's what the fans expect.

However, I saw The Police 2 years ago in Boston. They played most of their hits well (not a great show, but good music.) However, everyone was waiting for Roxanne, and they refused to play it. The whole crowd boo'd, and left pissed.

[rudy45]

lol why would they refuse to play what apparently is their signature song?

A few years ago, I saw Brooks and Dunn, and they did this fake ending, without playing “Only in America.” I started freaking out, then they came back and really ended things, and I started sheepishly apologizing to everyone around me. They just kind of rolled their eyes lol.

[a fool in paradise]

Go to Kenmore Square if you want to hear "Roxanne".

[stevio]

It’s part of the art not to give the PAYING fans what they want.