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Printable I tried to Hint at this in THE CLUB but was ignored, not being one of the ELITE!
Hate to say I told ya again!!!!! DC | |
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PearlDrummer said: Yall need to shut up about Kirk.
For one thing... if you want to be mad at somebody be mad at either prince or yourself. Prince was the one who asked him to play the drums Kirk never asked to play the drums. - That´s the reason I avoid bashing Kirk more than I did in the past. It was Prince´s fault of hiring him and giving him too much input on production, while there are hundreds of better drummers only in the USA. Must have been a real pressure for him to be the one that replace Michael B and I believe he tried his best. 3. Being flashy, twirling sticks or having fast chops has nothing to do with music. It's all about the music stupid. 4. Prince has said it in an interview once, in modern drummer magazine with John blackwell. The only thing that he require his drummer to do is to keep time, play a groove and lock it in over and over until the pocket is there. That's it!!!!! Ne hever said that you had to be flashy, fast or possess that wow factor that amazes people. - I agree with that. But Kirky wasnt good even at this. Coincidence or not, Prince´s music got worse live in those years 97-2000, and Rhonda and Mike Scott were in the band back then. Why so much improvement on Musicology tour? There is a difference between great drummers and average drummers even when they play the basics of the basics. Michael B didnt do flashy things and twirling sticks over and over and he was great. 5. Kirk did a good job period. He did good for a drummer who hasn't played drums for years. Believe me... I know him personally that is what he told me. To tell you the truth when prince asked him to play the drums... kirk said no. Then I guess he couldn't pass up the opportunity. I mean who would say no to prince. Kirk said it himself if I understood him correctly... he isn't that serious about drummimng. He prefers to program and produce music. - I agree with you this time. |
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five said: MidAmerica Talent is extremely proud to announce the formation of a new Minneapolis All-Star Supergroup, The Truth. Consisting of all former and current members of Prince & the Revolution, Prince’s NPG, The Time, The Family and Mint Condition, The Truth is truly an assembly of Minneapolis musical royalty.
'The Truth' consists of: St. Paul Peterson (The Time, The Family) on bass, vocals, guitar and keyboards, Jellybean Johnson (The Time, The Family) on guitar, Eric Leeds (Prince) on saxophones, keyboards and vocals, Dr. Matt Fink (Prince & the Revolution, The Family) on keyboards and vocals, Chance Howard (Prince, The Time) on bass guitar, bass synth and vocals, Jerry Hubbard (The Time, Jesse Johnson) on bass, keyboards, guitar and vocals, Kip Blackshire (Prince) on vocals, keyboards and guitar, Kirk Johnson (Prince) on drums and vocals, Odell (Mint Condition) on guitar and vocals. The Truth will perform every Thursday night at Trocadero’s, 107 3rd Avenue North in downtown Minneapolis beginning Thursday, June 15th. The cover charge will be $7.00, the music will begin at 9:30 PM and Valet Parking is available. For more information or dinner reservations please call (612) 465-0440 or go to www.trocaderos.com The Truth will combine classic old school funk by Cameo, The Ohio Players and Funkadelic with classics by The Time, The Family, Mint Condition and Prince for a very special “Minneapolis Music” party every Thursday night that’s sure to keep the dance floor packed until 1:00 AM! For more information or to schedule an Artist interview please contact Jeff Taube at (952) 948-0050 "Trust us this is something U don't want 2 miss!" | |
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this is a really 'cool' idea, but where are the girls? susan. brenda. susannah and maybe a new girl to tear up some oldies but goodies tunes and change the pace a bit. where, oh where is jesse johnson and andre cymone ? well, i will go down there to check them out one thursday evening. for those who are too far away to come and kick it, i will let you know when i check it out! [Edited 6/18/06 17:27pm] | |
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workingupahiyellasweat said: this band blows
too much overplaying I can see it now Not at all - this band played some serious funk! It was a great time and I plan on being there everything Thursday. Plus the club has a great atmosphere about it. Just an overall cool place to be.  | |
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egytt said: this is a really 'cool' idea, but where are the girls? susan. brenda. susannah and maybe a new girl to tear up some oldies but goodies tunes and change the pace a bit. where, oh where is jesse johnson and andre cymone ? well, i will go down there to check them out one thursday evening. for those who are too far away to come and kick it, i will let you know when i check it out!
[Edited 6/18/06 17:27pm] susannah splits her time in LA and Austin with her hubby and family. Space for sale... | |
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Me & a friend R goin this week - can't wait 2 C & hear The Truth 2gether!
I just went 2 Trocaderos last night 4 the 1st time -- 2 C High-N-Mighty --- if U haven't seen this band yet, U have got 2 check 'em out - they are really good! - & on the rise in the MPLS area. Really a fun time! Here's their website: www.high-mighty.com PEACE & whatever U do, keep it movin! ***PEACE, HARMONY, AND FUN*** | |
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Did you see their new MySpace? www.myspace.com/thetruthmpls
I went on June 15 and it was amazing! All that talent on one stage. I've heard Jellybean play guitar and he is amazing. I'd take him on guitar or drums. I think their plan is to switch around; not only performers; but who plays which instrument. Paul played guitar and two keyboards. When Paul plays with his family (usually for their annual Christmas show at the Dakota) he plays bass, guitar, upright bass, keyboard and drums in any give show. These are multi-talented musicians. I enjoy the variety. Looking foward to heading back for the July 14 gig. My only request, start a little closer to 'on time' and play for more than 2 hours!! With all that material to work from, they could play for days! I was just getting warmed up on the dancefloor and it was over! Wahhhh!!!! If you can make it, you HAVE to come!! | |
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HolyWine said: Me & a friend R goin this week - can't wait 2 C & hear The Truth 2gether!
I just went 2 Trocaderos last night 4 the 1st time -- 2 C High-N-Mighty --- if U haven't seen this band yet, U have got 2 check 'em out - they are really good! - & on the rise in the MPLS area. Really a fun time! Here's their website: www.high-mighty.com PEACE & whatever U do, keep it movin! Hi Rose - I look forward to seeing you this week at Trocaderos. Me and Laurie will be there every week this summer. You will have a 'Funky good time' for sure!!! I'll keep an eye out for you. 'You must first be a Prince before you can be King'
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