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i'll be at the early show, if any orgers see me, say hello

Militant said:

metallicjigolo said:

My wife and I'll be at both shows tonight.

Day 2. I'll be honest as amazing as those first two shows were, I'm pooped don't feel like going tonight, but once I'm there...

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[Edited 5/7/13 9:30am]

serpan99 said:

Now, that's EPIC! great photos, serpan99.

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[Edited 5/7/13 9:30am]

(I swear that I had proper spacing but this is how it came out when posted, hope it's not too tough to read)

Just getting home now and since no one has posted about the first show, thought I’d put something up for the curious. The 8:00 show started about 20 minutes late so that’s considered on time in the Prince world. First song was a new one and I have no idea what it’s called. I have to imagine that Prince was on the piano since the curtains were closed for the entire song. It was a slow ballad type of song. Once he finished it the curtains opened up about a minute later with the beginning of LGC. Prince was once again sitting in front of the drum kit surveying his minions before he strutted to the microphone.

This show in general seemed to have more energy than last night’s 8:00. Off the top of my head he played 2Y2D, Sometimes it snows in April, Purple Rain, Plectrum Electrum, Cause and Effect (which I found the lyrics interesting), Guitar, Screwdriver, Endorphine Machine, Bambi, and She’s Always in my Hair.

He did take about 15 minutes to come out for the encore which was about 10 minutes too long. I’m going to start leaving work an hour early and if I don’t get a few phone calls to come back, I’ll just stay home. The encore opened up with the sampler set but much shorter than the night before. During the wait for the encore Joshua (I believe it’s Donna’s brother) picked out people from the pit to dance on stage, that also extended the wait. When Doves Cry was partially played along with the snippet of Nasty Girl, Pop Life, Sign of the Times, Housequake and maybe one or two more. The night ended with a sing-a-long of Play that funky music white boy.

All said and done it was a pretty good show. There seemed to be some sound issues as well. Hannah’s guitar was turned up too loud while Prince’s was too low. Not sure how long the actual show really lasted but I’m sure someone else will post that within the next 24 hours. Gotta say that it didn’t seem well organized. The whole “VIP pit” situation is really ticking off people. Prince’s core following are feeling ignored again and with good reason. When people who waited 4-6 hours in line are behind people who just randomly got chosen, it’s not a good thing. I got lucky the first night but it’s just wrong.

Talking with another Org member at the show and she made a good point. Prince’s crew is all new and everyone that’s been around him for the last 10 years is gone. It would be nice to have that continuity of relationships that many of us had with the old crew. The new “roadies” could really care less about the fans who have been with Prince over 30 years and it’s unfortunate. It’s after midnight and I’m tired so I won’t write much on the negative aspects of this little tour.

Again, seeing old friends and making new ones is one of the best parts of the Prince community. Chris, great seeing you again old friend. Kim, stay in touch-I missed talking with you. Dave, great guy and thanks for letting us know what you’re going to wear so we can pick you out of the crowd. Wish we could have talked more. Soloman’s Dad and mom from Canada, I hope you guys enjoyed the second night relaxing back there. Jeremy, love seeing you man-it wouldn’t be a Prince concert if I didn’t see you there. Carrie, loved the purple tonight and it was cool seeing you again. Heidi, Happy Early Birthday. Can’t think of your name girl who sent me the pic tonight, it was great seeing that you got in the pit. You put in the long hours and deserved it! Oscar!! Awesome running into you on my way out, wish we could have spent more time catching up…So many great people that I got too see this time around…You guys are a big part of the Prince Experience. We have some dysfunctional members in the family but that’s the Princely life that we chose to join. Good night and God bless~ Wishuhvn…

[Edited 4/28/13 0:36am]

wishuhvn said:

(I swear that I had proper spacing but this is how it came out when posted, hope it's not too tough to read)

Just getting home now and since no one has posted about the first show, thought I’d put something up for the curious. The 8:00 show started about 20 minutes late so that’s considered on time in the Prince world. First song was a new one and I have no idea what it’s called. I have to imagine that Prince was on the piano since the curtains were closed for the entire song. It was a slow ballad type of song. Once he finished it the curtains opened up about a minute later with the beginning of LGC. Prince was once again sitting in front of the drum kit surveying his minions before he strutted to the microphone.

This show in general seemed to have more energy than last night’s 8:00. Off the top of my head he played 2Y2D, Sometimes it snows in April, Purple Rain, Plectrum Electrum, Cause and Effect (which I found the lyrics interesting), Guitar, Screwdriver, Endorphine Machine, Bambi, and She’s Always in my Hair.

He did take about 15 minutes to come out for the encore which was about 10 minutes too long. I’m going to start leaving work an hour early and if I don’t get a few phone calls to come back, I’ll just stay home. The encore opened up with the sampler set but much shorter than the night before. During the wait for the encore Joshua (I believe it’s Donna’s brother) picked out people from the pit to dance on stage, that also extended the wait. When Doves Cry was partially played along with the snippet of Nasty Girl, Pop Life, Sign of the Times, Housequake and maybe one or two more. The night ended with a sing-a-long of Play that funky music white boy.

All said and done it was a pretty good show. There seemed to be some sound issues as well. Hannah’s guitar was turned up too loud while Prince’s was too low. Not sure how long the actual show really lasted but I’m sure someone else will post that within the next 24 hours. Gotta say that it didn’t seem well organized. The whole “VIP pit” situation is really ticking off people. Prince’s core following are feeling ignored again and with good reason. When people who waited 4-6 hours in line are behind people who just randomly got chosen, it’s not a good thing. I got lucky the first night but it’s just wrong.

Talking with another Org member at the show and she made a good point. Prince’s crew is all new and everyone that’s been around him for the last 10 years is gone. It would be nice to have that continuity of relationships that many of us had with the old crew. The new “roadies” could really care less about the fans who have been with Prince over 30 years and it’s unfortunate. It’s after midnight and I’m tired so I won’t write much on the negative aspects of this little tour.

Again, seeing old friends and making new ones is one of the best parts of the Prince community. Chris, great seeing you again old friend. Kim, stay in touch-I missed talking with you. Dave, great guy and thanks for letting us know what you’re going to wear so we can pick you out of the crowd. Wish we could have talked more. Soloman’s Dad and mom from Canada, I hope you guys enjoyed the second night relaxing back there. Jeremy, love seeing you man-it wouldn’t be a Prince concert if I didn’t see you there. Carrie, loved the purple tonight and it was cool seeing you again. Heidi, Happy Early Birthday. Can’t think of your name girl who sent me the pic tonight, it was great seeing that you got in the pit. You put in the long hours and deserved it! Oscar!! Awesome running into you on my way out, wish we could have spent more time catching up…So many great people that I got too see this time around…You guys are a big part of the Prince Experience. We have some dysfunctional members in the family but that’s the Princely life that we chose to join. Good night and God bless~ Wishuhvn…

[Edited 4/28/13 0:36am]

song was Down....great opener....highligth of the first show were cause and effect, 2 Young to dare.. ALso great Bambi version and sometimes it snows in april on piano...

2nd show with dreamer, crimson clover, let's go (cars)....i think night two was the best of the two...

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[Edited 5/7/13 9:30am]

serpan99 said:

Is that a Halter dress? What? I give up.

Anyone know if there was an Aftershow in Vegas? After 2 shows a night I was pretty pooped! While the last show was disappointingly short (80 mins) and the vibe in the tables area not as good as on the floor, it was still an awseme show! The show also felt really rushed, liked he had to end at a set time and because they started so late he wasn't as playful, nor did as many jams as the other 3. I mean Crimson and Clover! Here's the set list for both shows, Can someone let me know the name of a couple of the new songs?

Sat 8pm

New Slow Song (Weird, unexpected way to Open)

Let's Go Crazy

Endorphin Machine

Screwdriver

She's Always In My Hair

Sometimes It Snows In April

Purple Rain

Guitar

Plectum Elektra

Fix Ur Life Up

Bambi

New Song - 2Y2D (2 Young 2 Dare)

Sign of the Times

When Doves Cry

Dance Medly Section (At least 2 minutes on each)

Nasty Girl Snippit

Love Bazaar

Pop Life

I Would Die for You

Encore

Play That Funky Music

Sat - 11:30

Let's Go Crazy

Endorphine Machine

Screwdriver

She's Always In My Hair

Purple Rain (no build up like in the past, just jumped into it which added to the rush feel of the show)

Sign of the Times

Alphabet Street

Play That Funky Music (AWESOME!)

New Song - At first I thought it was Plecto with Lyrics, sound almost exactly the same, but when he played it later, I'm assuming this was something Different.

Sometimes it Snows in April (was in heaven)

How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore

Dance Medly - he really should release this for DJs! While a lot of people complain, he gives each song a good 2 minutes at least and Hot Thang was about 7 minutes while they got the dancers on stage.

Hot Thang

Nasty Girl (Snippitt - That is still an amazingly, funky drum beat!)

Love Bazaar

House Quake

I would Die 4 U

Mr. Goodnight (Amazing, fun, surprising way to end a concert!)

Encore 1

New Song - I Like the Nightlife?

Crimson and Clover

Plectum Elektro

malexandria said:

Anyone know if there was an Aftershow in Vegas? After 2 shows a night I was pretty pooped! While the last show was disappointingly short (80 mins) and the vibe in the tables area not as good as on the floor, it was still an awseme show! The show also felt really rushed, liked he had to end at a set time and because they started so late he wasn't as playful, nor did as many jams as the other 3. I mean Crimson and Clover! Here's the set list for both shows, Can someone let me know the name of a couple of the new songs?

Sat 8pm

New Slow Song (Weird, unexpected way to Open)

Let's Go Crazy

Endorphin Machine

Screwdriver

She's Always In My Hair

Sometimes It Snows In April

Purple Rain

Guitar

Plectum Elektra

Fix Ur Life Up

Bambi

New Song - 2Y2D (2 Young 2 Dare)

Sign of the Times

When Doves Cry

Dance Medly Section (At least 2 minutes on each)

Nasty Girl Snippit

Love Bazaar

Pop Life

I Would Die for You

Encore

Play That Funky Music

Sat - 11:30

Let's Go Crazy

Endorphine Machine

Screwdriver

She's Always In My Hair

Purple Rain (no build up like in the past, just jumped into it which added to the rush feel of the show)

Sign of the Times

Alphabet Street

Play That Funky Music (AWESOME!)

New Song - At first I thought it was Plecto with Lyrics, sound almost exactly the same, but when he played it later, I'm assuming this was something Different.

Sometimes it Snows in April (was in heaven)

How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore

Dance Medly - he really should release this for DJs! While a lot of people complain, he gives each song a good 2 minutes at least and Hot Thang was about 7 minutes while they got the dancers on stage.

Hot Thang

Nasty Girl (Snippitt - That is still an amazingly, funky drum beat!)

Love Bazaar

House Quake

I would Die 4 U

Mr. Goodnight (Amazing, fun, surprising way to end a concert!)

Encore 1

New Song - I Like the Nightlife?

Crimson and Clover

Plectum Elektro

i like the nightlife is let's go (the Cars cover), plectrum elektro is plectrum electrum, opener show one is Down, a new song, thanks for posting

Good. Glad to see he's not ignoring "Down." I was worried it had already been forgotten. I hope it's on the next album.

Thanks for sharing the review and the set list.

I´m european and I can´t afford to go to the shows so all of you are my ears and eyes there.

Can anybody let me know the lyrics of new song "Down"?What´s about it?

My english is not very fluent so it´s difficult for me to know the lyrics.

Thanks again and have a great time, muuuuaaakkk!

2Y2D, is it fast, medium, slow tempo???

Astasheiks said:

Made a quick trip to Vegas and checked out the late show. Enjoyed the show although it was a little short.

Looking forward to the rest on the tour!

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I thought the 8 PM show sucked hard. I have never been dissapointed with a Prince concert, but it was just a drag. Most of the new songs are god awful besides Plectrum Electrum, which gets a pass because it is spared embarrasing lyrics like the other generic pop-rockers in the rotation. Getting to see Endorphinmachine, Sometimes It Snows In April, and Bambi played made it worth it though.

I considered not going to the second show knowing the set would most likely be similar, and the person I was with exchanged dismayed looks with me as it appeared to be just that. Then Prince kicked in the shit and turned the house inside out. The second show was where it was at, THAT is what I have come to expect from seeing Prince live. He was way livelier, more playful, and changed up the setlist consoderably.

Not sure it was worth driving all the way to Vegas for (got gyped out of the horribly handled SF shows), and I didn't much care for the venue itself, but the two shows taken together resulted in me getting to see him perform some obscure material I never thought I'd get to see. I mean holy shit, full Alphabet St, Hot Thing, and Housequake, among the other aformentioned songs.

The new version of Let's Go Crazy is god awful though. Not digging it. The new stuff sucks too.

Oh, and what was with that slow burn with the house lights up, only to finally send everyone packing twenty minutes later? That left a pretty sour taste on an otherwise fantastic end to the Vegas shows. The crowd was hyped for one more encore and he knew it. What the heck happened there?

THAT WAS A COVER OF LET'S GO BY THE CARS!

malexandria said:

Anyone know if there was an Aftershow in Vegas? After 2 shows a night I was pretty pooped! While the last show was disappointingly short (80 mins) and the vibe in the tables area not as good as on the floor, it was still an awseme show! The show also felt really rushed, liked he had to end at a set time and because they started so late he wasn't as playful, nor did as many jams as the other 3. I mean Crimson and Clover! Here's the set list for both shows, Can someone let me know the name of a couple of the new songs?

Sat 8pm

New Slow Song (Weird, unexpected way to Open)

Let's Go Crazy

Endorphin Machine

Screwdriver

She's Always In My Hair

Sometimes It Snows In April

Purple Rain

Guitar

Plectum Elektra

Fix Ur Life Up

Bambi

New Song - 2Y2D (2 Young 2 Dare)

Sign of the Times

When Doves Cry

Dance Medly Section (At least 2 minutes on each)

Nasty Girl Snippit

Love Bazaar

Pop Life

I Would Die for You

Encore

Play That Funky Music

Sat - 11:30

Let's Go Crazy

Endorphine Machine

Screwdriver

She's Always In My Hair

Purple Rain (no build up like in the past, just jumped into it which added to the rush feel of the show)

Sign of the Times

Alphabet Street

Play That Funky Music (AWESOME!)

New Song - At first I thought it was Plecto with Lyrics, sound almost exactly the same, but when he played it later, I'm assuming this was something Different.

Sometimes it Snows in April (was in heaven)

How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore

Dance Medly - he really should release this for DJs! While a lot of people complain, he gives each song a good 2 minutes at least and Hot Thang was about 7 minutes while they got the dancers on stage.

Hot Thang

Nasty Girl (Snippitt - That is still an amazingly, funky drum beat!)

Love Bazaar

House Quake

I would Die 4 U

Mr. Goodnight (Amazing, fun, surprising way to end a concert!)

Encore 1

New Song - I Like the Nightlife?

Crimson and Clover

Plectum Elektro