Joe Jackson takes a sharp, witty strut down memory lane at Toronto’s Danforth Music Hall
Joe Jackson kicked off the North American leg of his Hope and Fury Tour at Toronto's Danforth Music Hall. The 71-year-old artist performed a mix of classic hits and new songs, showcasing his enduring talent and wit. The concert featured a variety of musical styles, captivating an audience that fondly remembered his work from the 1970s.
- ▪Joe Jackson opened his concert with an unaccompanied version of his 1978 hit, 'Is She Really Going Out with Him?'.
- ▪The concert included a blend of old and new songs, demonstrating Jackson's versatility across various musical styles.
- ▪Jackson's performance was characterized by witty chord structures and elegant melodies, appealing to an older audience.
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Open this photo in gallery:The Danforth Music Hall in Toronto, where British artist Joe Jackson opened the North American leg of his Hope and Fury Tour on Thursday.Fred Lum/The Globe and MailShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountOn Thursday night at the Danforth Music Hall in Toronto, 71-year-old Joe Jackson opened his sold-out concert with an unaccompanied version of his breakout 1978 single, Is She Really Going Out with Him? Bounding out from backstage, the Englishman sat down at his electric piano and pumped his right fist up before rubbing both hands in preparation. When he sang the line “Look over there,” the crowd instinctively replied “Where?” to replicate the call and response on the recorded version from 48 years ago.
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