people are hungry for him to come to their town or country i guess

Because people that have no sense (or knowledge) of history have decided that it is cheesy, so 2 speak, 2 play the Vegas circuit...

They either have no knowledge or interest in the story of Vegas, and some of the great musical events that have occurred there... Like 1966 at The Sands, with Sinatra with the Count Basie orchestra, conducted by a young Quincy Jones...

Peace.

G.

Giovanni777 said:

great reply Giovanni777... I love Vegas. It's a wonderful place for entertainment. Let him make that money and show off his gift 2 the world. Hell he deserves 2 live the the rock star life. Looking forward 2 seeing Prince..What goes on in Vegas, stays in Vegas

I really haven't decided whether this Las Vegas thing is going to be a bad thing or not. I don't get that it is for the rich and famous only, everyday folk surely stay at Vegas hotels and see shows. Shows like Celine's and Tom Jones' are so successful because it gives access to legitimate fans to see them time and again, and what's bad about that? Speaking as someone from the UK, it makes no difference to me whether Prince is playing a month in Vegas or a month wandering around the US, to see him in either location would take as much effort.

Besides, I really don't see him being locked down to a long-term residency at the expense of recording new material, everything we know about him proves he is changeable and records constantly, he has never got stuck in a rut and I don't see it happening now.

who cares if some people think its cheesy? He obviously doesn't, or he wouldn't do it. We want to hear the music, so get on stage and play it...where ever you choose to go. do you your thing.

I may be missing something but I don't see the big fuss. he can play where he wants to. He did an extensive tour throughout the US recently so people have had a chance to see him, and now they'll have plenty of opportunity to plan to go and see him again even though it may be a longer trip. In fact, I'm happy that he'll be playing somewhere rather than just a few teasing award ceremonies and if it's in the same place for 3 months perhaps that would lend itself to a long overdue properly recorded fully featured live DVD release!

My only concern is that this move appears to really be confirming my fears that touring around Europe is getting to be too much of an undertaking. so it may be a loooong time before I see him live again.

Prince & Las Vegas. It's a Perfect Match.

sacredwarrior said:

I don't know...I think it's unfair to give it all to Vegas. He knows there are so many of us out here just hoping and waiting. I mean, I think fans-the people who actually BUY the albums, are important. Ofcourse, he can play where ever he wants. And, we all know he will. But, I for one,was really looking forward to shows around the US. I am bummed if he won't make it to NY.

When I told my wife while we were out tonight about Prince might be opening a Vegas show. She said "Vegas where old pop stars go to die Vegas? Like one of those shows?".

MickG said:

That is sort of how I feel about Vegas. But, what do I know? He obviously sees it completely differently. I know Vegas has its good points. But, it seems like it would be a better idea to take it out and about to ALL the peoples.

MickG said:

Thats it.

Vegas has bad connatations.

NewMr7 said:

Then she added "Maybe Prince wants a show in Vegas, because what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas."

MickG said:

That's trippy, I pulled my The Stand DVD out the other day to give it a spin.

i think it'll be cool. might even go see him there

Because playing in Vegas pretty means you just about washed up.Plus the shows will cost hundreds of dollars to see him
[Edited 10/3/06 7:16am]

Giovanni777 said:

Oh, did I say that?

Giovanni777 said:

Yes, yes you did and it's oh so very true.

I can't believe noone has said this yet, shouldn't the title be "What the Fuss"?

I'm skeptical of this. I'm sure lots of us have been to Vegas casino shows before, and they just aren't like a concert. I've seen some great shows, don't get me wrong, but none of them were MUSICAL shows. I just can't get the right vibe at a casino concert.

The worst one was the B-52's at the MGM Grand. I left after 10 - 12 songs. It just wasn't the same.

Maybe I just don't see an artist who plays music for art's sake doing a casino run in Vegas for rich gamblers who couldn't give a whit who's playing as long as it's comped.

With all due respect to Giovanni, Vegas just isn't about music to me. It's about making money off of music.

Serena said:

So what the fuss?

Prince... Pop it.

; )

RodeoSchro said:

Word, but so R the concert promoters, and the venues around the country...
With Vegas, the only thing anyone can say 2 possibly argue my point is that Vegas ain't what it used 2 be... and by the way... it was never about "rich people" back in the day... it was about the underground making some money in a new way.

Peace.

G.
[Edited 10/3/06 8:10am]

I think it's great that Prince could be doing some shows in Vegas for about a 3 month stint! The first time I was there I was alone and I had a really good chance to have a good look around and what I saw was an exciting place where people from all walks of life from all over the world gathered/vacationed regardless of how rich or not so rich they were....because believe me!.....Vegas has it all! It's likely Prince sees this a chance to make some money without having to gallivant from country to country. It looks to be a great way to establish funds for a tour!

This may be perfect for him. He is addicted to performing. After playing a sold out concert venue, this man will jump up and go to a local club at 3 in the morning and continue jamming. Vegas is what he needs to burn some off some of that seemingly endless energy.

Obsidian said:

Well, we don't know yet how long it is going to be, but the funny thing is that if Prince did a 3 month stint performing everynight at Paisley Park, far fewer would be complaining, even though it is harder to get to than Vegas. That's simply because Vegas is seen as uncool, whereas Prince playing to a small crowd of hard-core fans at his home is seen as cool.

metalorange said:

Although shows at his Paisley Park would no doubt be very cool...I'm still trying to figure out why (other than travel cost) Prince in Vegas is such an un-cool thing. I mean....sure Vegas does have a side that's somewhat tacky or unsavoury, but it seems to me that Vegas has many different sides to offer it's customers. It's literally up to you what you do in Vegas...literally up to you what sort of vacation you have...how you spend your time there. That's why it's known as "The City of Entertainment"...you can spend your time ANY way you like from elegant parties/shows down to seedy/sleazy...whatevers! But most of all there is tons to do for perfectly respectable, fun seeking, average citizens! This city is down right COOL.....it caters to everyone!

metalorange said:

and there it is. if he were doing this out at the park as opposed to vegas, folks here would be on it like slobber on a binkie and we wouldn't be hearing any of this whining.