Obscure Pet Shop Boys - New Live shows

[Gabby]

Oh my god. Can you imagine the reaction if they open with the double whammy of Bubadubadubadubdubadum and In The Club? Limbs everywhere!

Bubabubadum is definetely on the top of my "Obscure" wishlist!! A proper updated 2026 rework of this never released tune we all alreday know so well since so many years, in a rought demo state...and form their first ever "release". I can think on a better place to breathe new life into it that on this venue!

I want them to open with 'Hit Music'. With that opening trumpet note being held for a good couple of bars before the beat kicks in. Would be perfect.

Now THAT would be brilliant. The place would go insane.

[tophalba33]

Perhaps a little off-topic but has there been rumours of a third B-side/bonus track complication yet? They appear to release a compilation every five studio albums and we’re now at fifteen. It seems it would tie-in quite nicely with these performances. Obscure could be a good name for it too. Just a thought!

[NOBODY75]

I think those lucky enough to go will absolutely love whatever they play.

And if nothing leaks beforehand, the first night will be even more incredible for those attending.

[NOBODY75]

Perhaps a little off-topic but has there been rumours of a third B-side/bonus track complication yet? They appear to release a compilation every five studio albums and we’re now at fifteen. It seems it would tie-in quite nicely with these performances. Obscure could be a good name for it too. Just a thought!

It's true. After five albums they released Alternative, and after ten, Format. It's time. These No Singles concerts only make it more so. Besides, if they've continued with the Disco series, why not continue with the B-sides? I think most fans would be even more excited.

[Kompakt&Bijou]

Does anyone know if there are any plans to organize some fan meet-ups during concert week? It'll be my first time in London, and I'd definitely love to meet up with other fans that week. My tickets are for Thursday, but I'll be in town all week for that reason (among others!). The sooner I know, the better, so I can plan my schedule around it!

Good idea. There is another thread on this subject if you're interested viewtopic.php?t=38804

[OakeyDokey]

I think those lucky enough to go will absolutely love whatever they play.

And if nothing leaks beforehand, the first night will be even more incredible for those attending.

There'll be leaks and spoilers so I'm hoping here and Facebook (where most of the PSB-online talk seems concentrated) give plenty of warning before revelations.

[richwill]

Maybe they'll do an updated version of 'I'm with stupid'.

[Harry]

I think those lucky enough to go will absolutely love whatever they play.

And if nothing leaks beforehand, the first night will be even more incredible for those attending.

There'll be leaks and spoilers so I'm hoping here and Facebook (where most of the PSB-online talk seems concentrated) give plenty of warning before revelations.

[rashomon]

I think those lucky enough to go will absolutely love whatever they play.

And if nothing leaks beforehand, the first night will be even more incredible for those attending.

There'll be leaks and spoilers so I'm hoping here and Facebook (where most of the PSB-online talk seems concentrated) give plenty of warning before revelations.

Safest to stay off grid that week ...

[Towa]

Safest to stay off grid that week ...

Yep, but it would be nice to have a spoiler-free thread where we can discuss practical things, such as how early one should get to the ballroom etc etc.

[rashomon]

Fair point Towa!

I’m going Monday night so will post what I can to help logistics wise

[Towa]

I’m going Monday night so will post what I can to help logistics wise

Great!

[Gabby]

Fair point Towa!

I’m going Monday night so will post what I can to help logistics wise

Me, the missus and the daughter too.

I have to admit I might be starting to get just a wee bit excited about this - after hearing TDBZ and the Moby remix of Miserablism randomly in the last 24 hours, it's got me in the mood for some obscure PSB!

[Oznerol]

I think those lucky enough to go will absolutely love whatever they play.

And if nothing leaks beforehand, the first night will be even more incredible for those attending.

There'll be leaks and spoilers so I'm hoping here and Facebook (where most of the PSB-online talk seems concentrated) give plenty of warning before revelations.

Safest to stay off grid that week ...

I don't want spoilers either, but staying disconnected that week, with what will be one of the most interesting fan gatherings ever, and with multiple potential encounters and meetings happening during those days, seems quite complicated.

I also support the idea of ​​clearly announcing spoilers, so that those of us who don't want them don't fall into the "trap."

[Oznerol]

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