Well if you came all that way to see Prince then you deserve to feel how you feel LOL. It was a "revolution Reunion" it was not nor was it advertised or stated that it was a "PRINCE and the REVOLUTION" reunion. A prince and the revolution reunion will never EVER HAPPEN. So get over it.

Appreciate that time for what it was and His current efforts for what they are.

With that being said, I understand that one could dream, and it would have been amazing to witness that reunion. Peace and blessings, I feel your pain. I wish it would happen but, I'd expect a reunion with TONY M. before that

LOL

Spinlight said:

I'm lucky enough to say I've seen Sheila and Prince perform all damn night on stage and it was one of the most thrilling experiences I've ever had. I can't even explain it.

I agree. Sheila and P on stage cannot be beat!

What night are you referring to? I've seen several shows in the last few years where she showed up but not for the whole night.

Based on how many threads there are discussing Prince not showing up, goes to bolster what many here have already stated - that his showing would have taken away from the Revolution and the cause. He was never slated to show, never stated he was going to show, but there are how many threads talking about him. Imagine if he did.

I think it was a good thing he didn't show, the night was what it was suppose to be, the Reunion of the Revolution

It doesn't matter that he wasn't billed, wasn't supposed to, he's moved on. blah blah blah.

I wasn't really expecting him until the hype the day before as I already stated.

The fact remains..... Not showing up at all was a pretty d*ckish thing to do. period.

GaryMF said:

It doesn't matter that he wasn't billed, wasn't supposed to, he's moved on. blah blah blah.

I wasn't really expecting him until the hype the day before as I already stated.

The fact remains..... Not showing up at all was a pretty d*ckish thing to do. period.

Especially if he was in the building... watching. Folks can say all they want about the og cause but that ish is almost inexcusable imo.

How the hell you aint ognna get up on stage and give Wendya kiss on the cheek during Purple Rain lol.

rdhull said:

GaryMF said:

It doesn't matter that he wasn't billed, wasn't supposed to, he's moved on. blah blah blah.

I wasn't really expecting him until the hype the day before as I already stated.

The fact remains..... Not showing up at all was a pretty d*ckish thing to do. period.

Especially if he was in the building... watching. Folks can say all they want about the og cause but that ish is almost inexcusable imo.

How the hell you aint ognna get up on stage and give Wendya kiss on the cheek during Purple Rain lol.

Vendetta1 said:

rdhull said:

Especially if he was in the building... watching. Folks can say all they want about the og cause but that ish is almost inexcusable imo.

How the hell you aint ognna get up on stage and give Wendya kiss on the cheek during Purple Rain lol.

Like in the movie for old times sake lol.

rdhull said:

Vendetta1 said:

Like in the movie for old times sake lol.

I'm gonna get fired for laughing at work.

I was not there, but I think that it sucks that he wasn't there to perform with them. I think they knew in the back of their minds that he wouldn't come. But I think they were bit sad maybe about that.. even though they still rocked the house! (seen clips on youtube lol) I like Wendy on lead vocals, that was pretty cool.

But still it's sucks. I'd love to see Prince & The Revolution together again for a tour or album... They are great.

rdhull said:

Vendetta1 said:

Like in the movie for old times sake lol.

Okay...but only if she does the face crumple...like she's about to cry.

z said it the mans schedule is hectic .. maybe he knows the band shines bright wout him.

powersoul99 said:

smoothcriminal12 said:

WANT is the key word.

It's a stupid question cause if you WANT it or not, it's not going to happen.

It's hardly a stupid question: it was tongue-in-cheek and hypothetical; and if you were remotely familiar with Soul Alive's writing style and his years of posting about music on this site (Prince-related or otherwise) you would know that.

okay people, imagine the crowd if folks in minneapolis had heard prince was in the house and possibly playing with the revolution. the fire marshall would have had to shut first avenue down due to overcrowding and then prince would have been the bad guy to all kinds of folks cause the concert would have been cut short...or they would have only let folks in to capacity and the folks not allowed in would have seen this as prince's fault for showing up. if prince is going to hook up with the revolution in a small venue then one night is not going to cut it. the only way it would work would be a residency and that just doesn't seem likely.

sterling said:

okay people, imagine the crowd if folks in minneapolis had heard prince was in the house and possibly playing with the revolution. the fire marshall would have had to shut first avenue down due to overcrowding and then prince would have been the bad guy to all kinds of folks cause the concert would have been cut short...or they would have only let folks in to capacity and the folks not allowed in would have seen this as prince's fault for showing up. if prince is going to hook up with the revolution in a small venue then one night is not going to cut it. the only way it would work would be a residency and that just doesn't seem likely.

The event was sold out prior to the day of the show and nobody else was getting in by hook or crook without a ticket(scalped or otherwise). There was never a chance of them overselling it on the day of the show. VIP was a little tight at times but once we all moved down to the main floor it wasn't so jam packed that you couldn't dance to the music.

I understand what everyone is saying, Maybe it was just a pipe dream because 1)I've never seen Prince and the Revolution in concert and 2) I've never seen Prince in concert The las time I wanted to see him, something last minute came up, and the other time he was a NO SHOW, but it was more of the orginazers fault.

I just have bad Prince luck!

I was bitter to take it out on him, and be upset that he didnt show. That's what I get for trying to live out a dream.

As for P and the Revolution ever getting back together, I think they should, who cares if it's the past...History repeats itself. And judging by that AMAZING show them getting back ogether will be a force to be reckoned with!!!

PurpleVanity said:

I understand what everyone is saying, Maybe it was just a pipe dream because 1)I've never seen Prince and the Revolution in concert and 2) I've never seen Prince in concert The las time I wanted to see him, something last minute came up, and the other time he was a NO SHOW, but it was more of the orginazers fault.

I just have bad Prince luck!

I was bitter to take it out on him, and be upset that he didnt show. That's what I get for trying to live out a dream.

As for P and the Revolution ever getting back together, I think they should, who cares if it's the past...History repeats itself. And judging by that AMAZING show them getting back ogether will be a force to be reckoned with!!!

My suggestion is that next time you spend your travel dollars going to see a Prince concert, rather than going to a concert of his past band members and hoping he shows up. Prince does not typically do this, so you will fare much better going to his official show. I agree that it would be nice to see him perform with The Revolution again, but this just may never happen. But, I can assure you that you will love seeing Prince live in concert with the NPG. Prince still on the best show on earth in my opinion.

PurpleChi said:

PurpleVanity said:

I understand what everyone is saying, Maybe it was just a pipe dream because 1)I've never seen Prince and the Revolution in concert and 2) I've never seen Prince in concert The las time I wanted to see him, something last minute came up, and the other time he was a NO SHOW, but it was more of the orginazers fault.

I just have bad Prince luck!

I was bitter to take it out on him, and be upset that he didnt show. That's what I get for trying to live out a dream.

As for P and the Revolution ever getting back together, I think they should, who cares if it's the past...History repeats itself. And judging by that AMAZING show them getting back ogether will be a force to be reckoned with!!!

My suggestion is that next time you spend your travel dollars going to see a Prince concert, rather than going to a concert of his past band members and hoping he shows up. Prince does not typically do this, so you will fare much better going to his official show. I agree that it would be nice to see him perform with The Revolution again, but this just may never happen. But, I can assure you that you will love seeing Prince live in concert with the NPG. Prince still on the best show on earth in my opinion.

I spent $1500 to go see his concert, he was a no show.

I just hope he goes on tour again, So I can get a dose of his purple funk!!!

i dare say it was hugely disappointing for band members and fans alike. The whole world is moving on!...come on Prince catch up...you seem to be the only one not having any fun, look at you all rapped up in your legality shit, lighten up before it's to late

PurpleVanity said:

PurpleChi said:

My suggestion is that next time you spend your travel dollars going to see a Prince concert, rather than going to a concert of his past band members and hoping he shows up. Prince does not typically do this, so you will fare much better going to his official show. I agree that it would be nice to see him perform with The Revolution again, but this just may never happen. But, I can assure you that you will love seeing Prince live in concert with the NPG. Prince still on the best show on earth in my opinion.

I spent $1500 to go see his concert, he was a no show.

I just hope he goes on tour again, So I can get a dose of his purple funk!!!

Me too. Prince fans in Dallas just can't win.

PurpleVanity said:

By now everyone knows that P was a No Show at the Rev reunion. I, for one came all the way from Dallas to see the show, and it was one of the greatest shows and weekend of my life. I EXPECTED P to come, just out of respect for the cause, I was not hoping for an outlandish show, just at the least a couple of nice words about the band and maybe a guitar riff.

To me, him not showing up was almost disrespectful for Bobby Z's celebration. I say almost because I dont know what went on behind the scenes. It was about LOVE, something that P always preaches about. And if he wasn't going to preform he could have sent his regards, wrote a letter, sent some carrier pegions, smoke signals or something! I thought it was pretty rude, espically since the fans that were there, are true blue people because we traveled and showed up for the celebration weather or not P was going to be there.

I was disappointed, but maybe I shouldn't expect that much from P anymore, and then again I don't know what was going on behind the scenes. Other than that The concert was Beautiful, I was in tears by the end of the night because of all the love that filled the room. I meet everyone in the band, and went home with the set list that was onstage, partied with my beautiful purple friends, and it was truely a weekend to remember. I had a great time, and I'm still on a Revolution high.

How does everyone else feel about P not showing up?

(I mean even his sister showed up. Im going to call P, "No Show Prince" for now on...well maybe just for the next couple of weeks.)

I havent read everyone elses response, but i think this is kinda cold. He did help out with getting this show together. He still loves his fellow musicans, but i think this chapter of this book has been over for a very very long time. Yes, he invites old band members to play with him from time to time, but thats probably as far as its gonna get.

MarquessMarq said:

I'm going to go out on a limb here and suggest that maybe Prince has EARNED the right to move on. Fuck, can't the man do as he pleases like everyone else?

uuhson said:

StonedImmaculate said:

He'll have dinner with you and maybe write a check to help you, but fuck the music and what the fans want.

i actually chuckled at this, thanks


to be clear, im laughing at how ridiculous of a thought this is

[Edited 2/21/12 3:37am]

well, fuck if hes having dinner with you and writing checks to support the cause then your lucky!

Oh come on now, when has he really ever given fans what they want on FANS terms???? NEVER NEVER NEVER! fans will do whatever it takes to see him when he decides he's gonna grace us with his presence.

uuhson said:

StonedImmaculate said:

He'll have dinner with you and maybe write a check to help you, but fuck the music and what the fans want.

i actually chuckled at this, thanks


to be clear, im laughing at how ridiculous of a thought this is

[Edited 2/21/12 3:37am]

[Edited 2/26/12 19:37pm]

Why are people bent ut of shape??? Hasn't the rest of the band members done things independent of Prince? Have they asked him to come on stage with them? As it was said he has the right to move on past Purple Rain. S0 should some of you.

amorbella said:

uuhson said:

i actually chuckled at this, thanks


to be clear, im laughing at how ridiculous of a thought this is

[Edited 2/21/12 3:37am]

well, fuck if hes having dinner with you and writing checks to support the cause then your lucky!

Oh come on now, when has he really ever given fans what they want on FANS terms???? NEVER NEVER NEVER! fans will do whatever it takes to see him when he decides he's gonna grace us with his presence.

I agree with U, but on a general and wide spread term, 1978-1986 was the closest 2 Prince giving Prince fans what they wanted. But we weren't needing too much because everywhere we turned we were getting Prince, Prince music Bside longversions, Proteges, award show performances, magazine pictures etc etc. It was a good peroid for Fandom

amorbella said:

uuhson said:

i actually chuckled at this, thanks


to be clear, im laughing at how ridiculous of a thought this is

[Edited 2/21/12 3:37am]

well, fuck if hes having dinner with you and writing checks to support the cause then your lucky!

Oh come on now, when has he really ever given fans what they want on FANS terms???? NEVER NEVER NEVER! fans will do whatever it takes to see him when he decides he's gonna grace us with his presence.

The fans don't even know what they want as a coolective unit. It's all over the spectrum. I had a conversation with my friends on this trip about if Prince did get together with the Revolution they'd play all the songs everyone has been asking him to retire from his setlist(Purple Rain, Kiss, Raspberry Beret, etc.) So the actual concept of a reunion still would wind up not giving the fans what they wanted fo years now.

ya huh

REMASTERS

HonestMan13 said:

amorbella said:

well, fuck if hes having dinner with you and writing checks to support the cause then your lucky!

Oh come on now, when has he really ever given fans what they want on FANS terms???? NEVER NEVER NEVER! fans will do whatever it takes to see him when he decides he's gonna grace us with his presence.

The fans don't even know what they want as a coolective unit. It's all over the spectrum. I had a conversation with my friends on this trip about if Prince did get together with the Revolution they'd play all the songs everyone has been asking him to retire from his setlist(Purple Rain, Kiss, Raspberry Beret, etc.) So the actual concept of a reunion still would wind up not giving the fans what they wanted fo years now.

I don't think there could ever be a 'collective unit' as far as the fans are concerned. We don't know each other.

I think if he got with the Revolution that they would be able to get him to do stuff outside the hits.

And put a different spin on certain of the hits.

I could also see them getting him to do new arrangements on some of the post 1980's work they didn't work on.

the 2006 Brit Award show I think was a very cool rendition of all 4 songs and it started with Lisa & Wendy jamming at Prince's house and they brought up the idea and then called up Sheila and then they jammed together