The Police – Underwhelming

“We are the Police, and we are back!”

Thus began a thoroughly underwhelming performance by the Police at the Grammys last night.

I was expecting some screaming performance of “Message In A Bottle” or “Synchronicity II”, making me salivate for the upcoming world tour. Instead, it was a boring rendition of “Roxanne” that landed with a thud. No Stewart Copeland flailing about, with Sting wailing on vocals.

I have always said that The Police are one of those few bands that “If they ever get back together…” Given the few dates announced on the band’s site today for North America, its going to be tough to get a ticket to this gig. However, if the performances are anything like what we saw on Sunday night, I will be better served staying at home.

I hope I am wrong. And I will still do whatever it takes to find out if I am wrong.