GoldenParachute said:

Prince talking about occupy the radio... With his music

Hey all,

I thought I'd give my review of the concert. It doesn't look like anyone has yet. P was a little late. The concert was supposed to start at 8:00, but it was more like somwhere between 8:25 and 8:30. I was in Section 8, Row 10. I was just a few rows in front of Mr Hayes' booth. I copied down the setlist as I heard it. Some parts might be a bit off:

Had a look at the setlist on Prince Vault, & blimey it sure looked like a shorter show. Maybe he'll do a blinder of an aftershow & was just saving his energy? Hope U guys get a good performance at the afterparty!

wackman said:

Hey all,

I thought I'd give my review of the concert. It doesn't look like anyone has yet. P was a little late. The concert was supposed to start at 8:00, but it was more like somwhere between 8:25 and 8:30. I was in Section 8, Row 10. I was just a few rows in front of Mr Hayes' booth. I copied down the setlist as I heard it. Some parts might be a bit off:

1. Thunderstorm Intro

2. Let's Go Crazy

3. Delirious (w/Let's Go Crazy coda)

4. 1999

5. Little Red Corvette (w/Shhh)

6. Take Me With U

7. Maceo JB Song (Probably "Pass the Peas," I'm don't know as much JB stuff as I should.)

8. Raspberry Beret

9. Cream

10. Cool (w/Don't stop till U Get Enough)

11. Nothing Compares 2 U

12. Sample Set: When Doves Cry,Nasty Girl, The Most Beautiful Girl In The World, Forever in My Life, Alphabet St, Baby im a Star, Hot Thang, Darling Nikki, Kiss

12. Purple Rain

Encore:

13. Controversy (w/I like funky music and housequake chants)

In the Sampler Set, it was probably "I Would Die 4 U" instead of "Baby I'm a Star."

It was still an awesome show (as I feel all Prince shows are), but I was a little disappointed. Besides starting late and only running about an hour and a half, I don't remember him doing any dancing. He didn't have the audience on stage to dance with him. I was hoping for a few more non-album songs like "She's Always in my Hair" or "Empty Room." And I wish I wasn't behind the drums. He still came by our end every now and then.

Wow, no dancing? No "Kiss"? I am sorry to hear this.

And yeah, it's his magic that make us feel good even if the concert seems different to the ones before. And finally this kind of magic and being able to see and hear him live will last.

So good to see that you even enjoyed it. Good things ends always to soon.

[Edited 12/20/11 9:20am]

dplatt said:

I enjoyed the aftershow SO much more than the regular concert. There weren't very many songs performed, just a lot of intense jamming, with a real focus on Maceo's sax. After a 30-minute set by the NPG, Prince came out during 'Which Way is Up' on guitar and then went into a stunning Stratus. While this isn't a set list per se because I probably don't have the order right, other highlights included Pass the Peas, You Got the Love, Sweet Thing (with Prince taking over on bass for the last half of the song), and a very extended funky Musicology. With all of the NPG stuff thrown in, the concert was just around twohours, 30 minutes longer than the regular show. [Edited 12/20/11 5:33am]

He did play Kiss, actually. He substuted "Real Housewives" for "Dynasty", and then he did a little solo dance afterward. It was cool to see him move. A shame the show was so short, but the afterjam was an awesome experience!

you all's a little tardy with the reviews, wake yo lazy asses up. I shoulda went, i feel guilty now.

petes2 said:

you all's a little tardy with the reviews, wake yo lazy asses up. I shoulda went, i feel guilty now.

look in the tacoma reviews thread

(I know you have by now-but this note is for others)

wackman said:

Hey all,

I thought I'd give my review of the concert. It doesn't look like anyone has yet. P was a little late. The concert was supposed to start at 8:00, but it was more like somwhere between 8:25 and 8:30. I was in Section 8, Row 10. I was just a few rows in front of Mr Hayes' booth. I copied down the setlist as I heard it. Some parts might be a bit off:

1. Thunderstorm Intro

2. Let's Go Crazy

3. Delirious (w/Let's Go Crazy coda)

4. 1999

5. Little Red Corvette (w/Shhh)

6. Take Me With U

7. Maceo JB Song (Probably "Pass the Peas," I'm don't know as much JB stuff as I should.)

8. Raspberry Beret

9. Cream

10. Cool (w/Don't stop till U Get Enough)

11. Nothing Compares 2 U

12. Sample Set: When Doves Cry,Nasty Girl, The Most Beautiful Girl In The World, Forever in My Life, Alphabet St, Baby im a Star, Hot Thang, Darling Nikki, Kiss

12. Purple Rain

Encore:

13. Controversy (w/I like funky music and housequake chants)

In the Sampler Set, it was probably "I Would Die 4 U" instead of "Baby I'm a Star."

It was still an awesome show (as I feel all Prince shows are), but I was a little disappointed. Besides starting late and only running about an hour and a half, I don't remember him doing any dancing. He didn't have the audience on stage to dance with him. I was hoping for a few more non-album songs like "She's Always in my Hair" or "Empty Room." And I wish I wasn't behind the drums. He still came by our end every now and then.

Sorry with the late review. I had a really fantastic time, despite the audience not being as lively as I'd like, I was with the right people and it was the first time for my lady. There's nothing better then a first timer because theyre energy is new and refreshing. I agree that it was REALLY short and I was surprised about the encores, I even explained to my friends how Prince operates and how you have to shout to get him to come back out... like a game. So I wasn't impressed with the results. LOL

Unfortunately, because I was with friends and family, I didnt make the after party and I am kicking myself for it. I think that would have been a much better place to bring someone new to Prince's music. Regardless, the newbies I was with were FLOORED and I had a really great time. I mentioned it before, but one of Prince's little quips about Occupy was thrown in there when he talked about "we need to occupy the radios.." I aint mad at that if its blazing the purple funk! I do hope he is coming with some new material and videos soon. I need to keep my newly introduced people into it.

GoldenParachute said:

thanks for the review.

thanks, sure are getting mixed reviews. I woulda loved it though from the sounds of it.

I couldn't believe that he played "1999" live, and the whole bleeping thing, too! My 13-year-old self was squeeing like a fool. Then when he did the sampler set and "Darling Nikki" started, that was IT. Even the 20 seconds were enough for me. I love the fact he's acknowledging those songs that made him a superstar, even if they don't jibe with who he is now.

I was disappointed that the show wasn't longer, but I was more disappointed that someone stole my tourbook while my husband and I were standing around our seats trying to figure out whether there would be a third encore. Even so, our seats got moved from the nosebleeds and we ended up being 40 feet from the man himself. Not bad for $25 seats!

And the afterparty further blew my mind. We ended up about five rows back from the NPG, and thank goodness we went. My husband and I were happy he shredded on the guitar (an element missing in Tacoma), and it was so cool to hear an extended "Musicology." Overall, it goes down as one of the most incredible nights of my life. It was worth the four-hour drive through fog and freezing rain.

petes2 said:

thanks, sure are getting mixed reviews. I woulda loved it though from the sounds of it.

I'm not reading too much of a mix. Sure some mix reviews, overall it's been positive. I have maintain not a great show (by Prince standards) but a good show (by Prince standards).

were afterparty tickets extra or part of the bonus vip seats?

After party tickets were separate. They cost $60, and were avalable on some website I'd never used before. I met some people in line who just hit the after party, and not the main show.

UCantHavaDaMango said:

After party tickets were separate. They cost $60, and were avalable on some website I'd never used before. I met some people in line who just hit the after party, and not the main show.

wow, wish i'd done my homework, did P mingle at all? or just perform? Did anyone get to jam with him?

petes2 said:

UCantHavaDaMango said:

After party tickets were separate. They cost $60, and were avalable on some website I'd never used before. I met some people in line who just hit the after party, and not the main show.

wow, wish i'd done my homework, did P mingle at all? or just perform? Did anyone get to jam with him?

He only performed, as far as I know. I left as soon as the show was done, because it was 4:00am and I felt like I was going to fall over, LOL! It was hard for me to see, but I don't believe he jammed with anyone other than the NPG.

UCantHavaDaMango said:

petes2 said:

wow, wish i'd done my homework, did P mingle at all? or just perform? Did anyone get to jam with him?

He only performed, as far as I know. I left as soon as the show was done, because it was 4:00am and I felt like I was going to fall over, LOL! It was hard for me to see, but I don't believe he jammed with anyone other than the NPG.

cool thamnks rainy

I did not/could not go to the concert, but I have seen a few clips online and the one thing I noticed is that he is filled out and healthier looking than I expected. Andy looked really thin, but that's not uncommon for someone that young. The way he looked could have been caused by distortion from the camera, but I was expecting him to be stick thin. And he wasn't. He had on a sleeveless vest and his arms were solid and looking strong. His face was beautiful. And I mean beautiful.

wackman said:

Hey all,

I thought I'd give my review of the concert. It doesn't look like anyone has yet. P was a little late. The concert was supposed to start at 8:00, but it was more like somwhere between 8:25 and 8:30. I was in Section 8, Row 10. I was just a few rows in front of Mr Hayes' booth. I copied down the setlist as I heard it. Some parts might be a bit off:

1. Thunderstorm Intro

2. Let's Go Crazy

3. Delirious (w/Let's Go Crazy coda)

4. 1999

5. Little Red Corvette (w/Shhh)

6. Take Me With U

7. Maceo JB Song (Probably "Pass the Peas," I'm don't know as much JB stuff as I should.)

8. Raspberry Beret

9. Cream

10. Cool (w/Don't stop till U Get Enough)

11. Nothing Compares 2 U

12. Sample Set: When Doves Cry,Nasty Girl, The Most Beautiful Girl In The World, Forever in My Life, Alphabet St, Baby im a Star, Hot Thang, Darling Nikki, Kiss

12. Purple Rain

Encore:

13. Controversy (w/I like funky music and housequake chants)

In the Sampler Set, it was probably "I Would Die 4 U" instead of "Baby I'm a Star."

It was still an awesome show (as I feel all Prince shows are), but I was a little disappointed. Besides starting late and only running about an hour and a half, I don't remember him doing any dancing. He didn't have the audience on stage to dance with him. I was hoping for a few more non-album songs like "She's Always in my Hair" or "Empty Room." And I wish I wasn't behind the drums. He still came by our end every now and then.

13 songs for a Main Concert My Goodness! Vip tickets must have been $25-$40 for that short of concert!

Astasheiks said:

13 songs for a Main Concert My Goodness! Vip tickets must have been $25-$40 for that short of concert!

You can probably count When Doves Cry, Forever in My Life, and Hot Thing as full songs because he played nearly full versions of those during the sampler set, so 16 songs, but yeah, still-- very short show!

[Edited 12/22/11 7:32am]

UCantHavaDaMango said:

Rani, do you perform at open mics?