2020 said:

IamFunkay7 said:

Wonder how everything is going

Seriously! No tweets from Dr F or anyone for that matter! They all must be in shockedelica nirvana!

Maybe he isn't in a good mood tonight, the picture looks like he's ready to drop kick somebody.. sounds like a good show, and the reception was bad. But.. I don't know seems different... maybe the next show will spice up the mood.

rasputin1981 said:

Just got out of the show.. Short but basically no filler.. Funk through and through Here's what I remember: DMSR Pop Life Musicology Shhh Mountains Sly medley with prince DESTROYING it on bass U got the look Eh.. There were more Encore: Don't stop till you/cool

shit! I knew I should have went. My husband would have probably divorced me but I wouldn't have cared. He played bass? aaaaaaaaaaaand I missed it

So $200+ for a typical $25 Forum setlist? got it

rasputin1981 said:

Just got out of the show.. Short but basically no filler.. Funk through and through Here's what I remember: DMSR Pop Life Musicology Shhh Mountains Sly medley with prince DESTROYING it on bass U got the look Eh.. There were more Encore: Don't stop till you/cool

No live stream for these shows?! Not one?!

purplethunder3121 said:

No live stream for these shows?! Not one?!

it might be possible for somebody to stream the next jazz show, if it is indeed upstairs in the restaurant. don't know anybody thats even trying for it though.

would ask my friend if i knew this show was up there, but at this point don't even wanna bother her with it.

brownstien said:

So $200+ for a typical $25 Forum setlist? got it

rasputin1981 said:

Just got out of the show.. Short but basically no filler.. Funk through and through Here's what I remember: DMSR Pop Life Musicology Shhh Mountains Sly medley with prince DESTROYING it on bass U got the look Eh.. There were more Encore: Don't stop till you/cool

So weak.... I feel so ripped off.

brownstien said:

So $200+ for a typical $25 Forum setlist? got it

rasputin1981 said:

Just got out of the show.. Short but basically no filler.. Funk through and through Here's what I remember: DMSR Pop Life Musicology Shhh Mountains Sly medley with prince DESTROYING it on bass U got the look Eh.. There were more Encore: Don't stop till you/cool

Exactly what I was thinking, Brownstien!!

It must have been great in a small venue, but still...

brownstien said:

So $200+ for a typical $25 Forum setlist? got it

rasputin1981 said:

Just got out of the show.. Short but basically no filler.. Funk through and through Here's what I remember: DMSR Pop Life Musicology Shhh Mountains Sly medley with prince DESTROYING it on bass U got the look Eh.. There were more Encore: Don't stop till you/cool

My sentiments EXACTLY!!!

JBrown said:

brownstien said:

So $200+ for a typical $25 Forum setlist? got it

So weak.... I feel so ripped off.

Question: While I agree that compared to what I read re: Troubadour shows, this seems less insane, do you really feel it wasn't worth it to be that close? I know I've been spoiled by the cheap Cali tickets and upgrades, but haven't people paid that in arenas to be close throughout the years and wasn't HOB a better experience? Just curious.

brownstien said:

So $200+ for a typical $25 Forum setlist? got it

rasputin1981 said:

Just got out of the show.. Short but basically no filler.. Funk through and through Here's what I remember: DMSR Pop Life Musicology Shhh Mountains Sly medley with prince DESTROYING it on bass U got the look Eh.. There were more Encore: Don't stop till you/cool

haha, kind of what i was thinking. of course part of me is still jealous. but i'll take the troub show and saved the $200.

electrodyne said:

brownstien said:

So $200+ for a typical $25 Forum setlist? got it

Exactly what I was thinking, Brownstien!!

It must have been great in a small venue, but still...

Wow, I was seriously considering dropping the $220 (after fees) for this show since I figured the "rock" show would be what I'd want to see... and even being a pretty casual fan I'd have not been too happy with that setlist... I'd want to see what the Troubador saw-- even if I didn't know the songs, I appreciate Prince's talents enough to have REALLY enjoyed it. (and I lean more towards being a rock fan in general than jazz, even though I'm sure the later shows would be good they were still a lot of money) I'd want to see "small club" Prince at a small club, I can go to the Forum to see that show!

I'm sure it was great in its own way, but as of right now I'm pretty glad my credit card survived unscathed... and still hopeful to get back to the Forum. (I'm really not trying to be negative, I feel relief more than anything as I've been kinda bummed all day I wasn't going to the show, but money's just a bit too tight to justify a single $200 ticket)

xMikeBx said:

JBrown said:

So weak.... I feel so ripped off.

Question: While I agree that compared to what I read re: Troubadour shows, this seems less insane, do you really feel it wasn't worth it to be that close? I know I've been spoiled by the cheap Cali tickets and upgrades, but haven't people paid that in arenas to be close throughout the years and wasn't HOB a better experience? Just curious.

i don't know how long tonights set was, but it definitely didn't seem as long as the troubadour. the troubadour was just a jam session. this show seems like a forum set list at the HOB. FOR $200.

xMikeBx said:

JBrown said:

So weak.... I feel so ripped off.

Question: While I agree that compared to what I read re: Troubadour shows, this seems less insane, do you really feel it wasn't worth it to be that close? I know I've been spoiled by the cheap Cali tickets and upgrades, but haven't people paid that in arenas to be close throughout the years and wasn't HOB a better experience? Just curious.

I think the setlist has a lot to do with it. He's not going to stretch the band for 30-40 jazz funk jams at The Forum. But I've seen that at House Of Blues. At the small club shows the energy of Prince, his band and truly enthusiastic fans in the audience (NOT to be confused with celebrities who can afford $500 tickets or "weekend warriors" who only want to hear "When Doves Cry" and don't even sing along to "Raspberry Beret") is something to behold.

One review I read of the recent Troubadour show described it as (paraphrasing here) a very musical, pure joy akin to that of Easter & X-mas morning(s), a visit from the tooth fairy and a Cracker Jack toy surprise all rolled into one.

Prince IS music. Pure music. This is evident at the small shows. It's a shame more people can't see him in this setting.

BTW: Dr. Funkenberry just Tweeted he opened the second show with the Star Spangled Banner!!

Awesome!

ihatephish said:

purplethunder3121 said:

No live stream for these shows?! Not one?!

it might be possible for somebody to stream the next jazz show, if it is indeed upstairs in the restaurant. don't know anybody thats even trying for it though.

would ask my friend if i knew this show was up there, but at this point don't even wanna bother her with it.

Well, thanks for trying. After hearing HOB didn't have good cell reception--didn't really hope for it. But I still LOVE the show you streamed from the Toubadour. I couldn't believe how good it sounded.I don't think any performances tonight will top that anyway--esp. if they are the usual--which are fine for the Forum--but with a small club venue like HOB you want more!

I wanna know about the band! Who's up there on stage purple and playing?

ihatephish said:

xMikeBx said:

Question: While I agree that compared to what I read re: Troubadour shows, this seems less insane, do you really feel it wasn't worth it to be that close? I know I've been spoiled by the cheap Cali tickets and upgrades, but haven't people paid that in arenas to be close throughout the years and wasn't HOB a better experience? Just curious.

i don't know how long tonights set was, but it definitely didn't seem as long as the troubadour. the troubadour was just a jam session. this show seems like a forum set list at the HOB. FOR $200.

Don't get me wrong , it's great to have the chance to see any show at a smaller venue. But, the reality is he came out an hour late, played maybe 90 minutes and gave ABSOLUTELY NO EFFORT into putting together a setlist. On this tour I've seen six Forum shows and one in San Jose. I've seen this exact setlist for 25 dollars. He just repackaged it and sold it to me for 220... So disappointed.

I've seen him at HOB before. If you have too, then you know what an experience it really can be. This was not it. Just an expensive ticket that I have to pay for. Really disappointing.

JBrown said:

ihatephish said:

i don't know how long tonights set was, but it definitely didn't seem as long as the troubadour. the troubadour was just a jam session. this show seems like a forum set list at the HOB. FOR $200.

Don't get me wrong , it's great to have the chance to see any show at a smaller venue. But, the reality is he came out an hour late, played maybe 90 minutes and gave ABSOLUTELY NO EFFORT into putting together a setlist. On this tour I've seen six Forum shows and one in San Jose. I've seen this exact setlist for 25 dollars. He just repackaged it and sold it to me for 220... So disappointed.

I've seen him at HOB before. If you have too, then you know what an experience it really can be. This was not it. Just an expensive ticket that I have to pay for. Really disappointing.

i think you misconstrued my post or i didn't make myself clear, b/c we're clearly on the same page.

ihatephish said:

JBrown said:

Don't get me wrong , it's great to have the chance to see any show at a smaller venue. But, the reality is he came out an hour late, played maybe 90 minutes and gave ABSOLUTELY NO EFFORT into putting together a setlist. On this tour I've seen six Forum shows and one in San Jose. I've seen this exact setlist for 25 dollars. He just repackaged it and sold it to me for 220... So disappointed.

I've seen him at HOB before. If you have too, then you know what an experience it really can be. This was not it. Just an expensive ticket that I have to pay for. Really disappointing.

i think you misconstrued my post or i didn't make myself clear, b/c we're clearly on the same page.

Yeah man, I got you. Just need to vent a little.

^^^ Sorry for those who went tonight and were disappointed. Sounded like the Troubadour shows were what you were looking for. I am feeling for you. But I still look forward to this weekend, nonetheless.

electrodyne said:

xMikeBx said:

Question: While I agree that compared to what I read re: Troubadour shows, this seems less insane, do you really feel it wasn't worth it to be that close? I know I've been spoiled by the cheap Cali tickets and upgrades, but haven't people paid that in arenas to be close throughout the years and wasn't HOB a better experience? Just curious.

I think the setlist has a lot to do with it. He's not going to stretch the band for 30-40 jazz funk jams at The Forum. But I've seen that at House Of Blues. At the small club shows the energy of Prince, his band and truly enthusiastic fans in the audience (NOT to be confused with celebrities who can afford $500 tickets or "weekend warriors" who only want to hear "When Doves Cry" and don't even sing along to "Raspberry Beret") is something to behold.

One review I read of the recent Troubadour show described it as (paraphrasing here) a very musical, pure joy akin to that of Easter & X-mas morning(s), a visit from the tooth fairy and a Cracker Jack toy surprise all rolled into one.

Prince IS music. Pure music. This is evident at the small shows. It's a shame more people can't see him in this setting.

BTW: Dr. Funkenberry just Tweeted he opened the second show with the Star Spangled Banner!!

Awesome!

BTW: Dr. Funkenberry just Tweeted he opened the second show with the Star Spangled Banner

I'm not sure some of you went to the same show I did. Now, granted it was my FIRST time seeing PRINCE, but me and my fiance's jaws were on the floor...in awe of a consummate performer doing what he does best. Yes, we waited a little extra. Yes, he could have played longer. But...isn't that the point? "leave them wanting more"

Tonight was a revelation. I am "wanting more". I will be going to as many Forum shows as possible.

Show three still hasn't started... wow.. I would have had to leave if I went, good thing homework kept my hands tied. Sounds like a lonnnng night.

how was the second show?????

haulinoats said:

I'm not sure some of you went to the same show I did. Now, granted it was my FIRST time seeing PRINCE, but me and my fiance's jaws were on the floor...in awe of a consummate performer doing what he does best. Yes, we waited a little extra. Yes, he could have played longer. But...isn't that the point? "leave them wanting more"

Tonight was a revelation. I am "wanting more". I will be going to as many Forum shows as possible.

Welcome 2 the dawn...

stickywebs said:

how was the second show?????

Just came back from the second show, and it was definitely NOT jazz. This was a rock concert, probably similar to the second Troubadour show. Yes, it was in the restaurant upstairs. Maybe 100 - 150 people tops.

He opened with a blues jam making fun of their tech guy Jose because of some speaker issues ("Jose can you see..."), which led into a sharp guitar intro for the Star Spangled Banner. From there it was Gingerbread Man, Dreamer, Colonized Mind, Welcome 2 America, She's Always in My Hair and Little Red Corvette. Yes, there was some more, but those were the standouts (including a show-stopping "Brown Skin" from Shelby J -- I think I still have some Shelby spit on my shirt, btw).

What happened to the jazz? I think he saw the room and the crowd and the tiny stage and thought "Nah, this calls for a guitar." In fact, we saw bipoloar Prince -- raging at the stage techs in anger one minute and being playful with the audience the next.

It was a loud, rockin', fly-by-the-seat-of-your-buttless-pants show that ran for 90 minutes. Did I mention it was LOUD?

Oh, and it's official, this weekend will be the last 3 shows of his residency in LA. He said it himself at the end of tonight's "jazz cafe".... which was not a cafe... and certainly wasn't jazz.

[Edited 5/26/11 1:52am]

LectricManx said:

Outside after 2nd show- loose jam with mostly john, ida and P. He played so many things i'll have to remember what exactly although the was some sound issues to start so he guitar jammed for a good 10 mins teasing 'jose the sound guy' i can remember. Amongst these were stacks of loose jams Bambi Little red corvette(slow version) where we started singing slow down before he prompted and P loved it. Welcome to america Question of U instrumental Brown skin w shelby Colonized mind Dreamer He played the melody from America during one solo - i nearly exploded More when they come to mind Bono is here!

all this music, and Bono is there? I'm now in tears!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!