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Thread started 04/10/08 3:14am

b3xy

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Review of the Green Door Gig

wasnt sure where to put this but sounds like it was a good night biggrin

Prince Funks Up L.A. at Uber-Exclusive Concert.

Shortly before 12:30, Prince & his band, Josh & C.C. Dunham and Morris Hayes kicked off the jazz set with “Chameleon” by Herbie Hancock. Next follows “Stratus” by Billy Cobham. It was a slowed down version and the way it was played left the crowd stunned. Prince then launched into “A Case Of You” by Joni Mitchell, a funky keyboard instumental. That followed with “What Is Hip?” by Tower of Power.

So much for a jazz show as “Everyday People” along with other Sly & The Family Stone songs including “Sing A Simple Song” into “Thank You…”were played with vocals. Prince then went into “All The Critics Love U In L.A.” which was very heavy on guitar, and then went into “Satisfied”/”Cock-Eyed Woman”. Prince took the crowd back as he ripped into “Controversy”. His female vocalist Shelby J. sang “Baby Love” while in the crowd and then sang “Angel” by Sarah Mclachlan. That’s a surprise!

Prince then continued the funk-filled onslaught with one of the funkiest versions of “Alphabet St.” with full vocals. The master of events then went into “Cream”, which was quite the crowd pleaser. That followed by “U Got The Look” and then a guitar-driven “Honky Tonk Woman” with Shelby J. again leading on vocals.

He followed that with “1999″ as the energy in the place took off yet even higher. Prince then just started throwing out songs while the band jammed; “Le Freak” by Chic, a tease of “Foxy Lady” by Jimi Hendrix, then which lead into “Peach”! Prince was getting everyone to jump up and down on this one, including himself. Prince then pulled out the classic “Purple Rain” on the keys with the band backing him. Then he switched to guitar. Unbelievable. The crowd was left speechless and could only raise their hands n bob their heads.

What a night. As the stars try to leave outside shortly after 2:30 A.M. , the paparazzi attack. Stars who attended the concert were Adrian Grenier, Bill Mahr, Melanie Griffith, Tara Reid and others of young hollywood. What a night in the city of angels. Thanks to one of Dr. Funkenberry’s patients for helping out.-Dr.FB

http://www.drfunkenberry.com/
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Reply #1 posted 04/10/08 3:24am

wildgoldenhone
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First.
Thank you.
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Reply #2 posted 04/10/08 3:29am

wildgoldenhone
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Shouldn't this be a featured article?
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Reply #3 posted 04/10/08 3:33am

RumAndRaisin

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any minuite now the critisism is gonna start...

xpect this:

"cant believe hes still doing sly and the family stone covers..."

and lets not forget this old chestnut:

"cream?? u got the look???... prince has run out of idears"

and last but not least:

"1999??? please... hes been doing the same old songs for years, whens he gonna change hes set, its just a repeat of the o2 shows..."

(i like the look of the set btw)
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Reply #4 posted 04/10/08 3:34am

serpan99

wildgoldenhoney said:

Shouldn't this be a featured article?
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I had already posted it in the thread that's featured on the homepage wink
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Reply #5 posted 04/10/08 3:38am

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RumAndRaisin said:

any minuite now the critisism is gonna start...

xpect this:

"cant believe hes still doing sly and the family stone covers..."

and lets not forget this old chestnut:

"cream?? u got the look???... prince has run out of idears"

and last but not least:

"1999??? please... hes been doing the same old songs for years, whens he gonna change hes set, its just a repeat of the o2 shows..."

(i like the look of the set btw)

lol

confuse
What look of the set?
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Reply #6 posted 04/10/08 3:39am

wildgoldenhone
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serpan99 said:

wildgoldenhoney said:

Shouldn't this be a featured article?
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I had already posted it in the thread that's featured on the homepage wink

Mmmkay!
I see now.
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Reply #7 posted 04/10/08 3:41am

b3xy

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serpan99 said:

wildgoldenhoney said:

Shouldn't this be a featured article?
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I had already posted it in the thread that's featured on the homepage wink


technically we posted at the same time razz

i like the idea of the lighter band as much as i love the horn section it always makes a nice change for them not to be there

no mention of that new song though neutral
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Reply #8 posted 04/10/08 3:41am

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wildgoldenhoney said:

RumAndRaisin said:

any minuite now the critisism is gonna start...

xpect this:

"cant believe hes still doing sly and the family stone covers..."

and lets not forget this old chestnut:

"cream?? u got the look???... prince has run out of idears"

and last but not least:

"1999??? please... hes been doing the same old songs for years, whens he gonna change hes set, its just a repeat of the o2 shows..."

(i like the look of the set btw)

lol

confuse
What look of the set?

i meant songs performed
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Reply #9 posted 04/10/08 3:43am

RumAndRaisin

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b3xy said:

serpan99 said:



I had already posted it in the thread that's featured on the homepage wink


technically we posted at the same time razz

i like the idea of the lighter band as much as i love the horn section it always makes a nice change for them not to be there

no mention of that new song though neutral

i think the horn section were there, they just didnt mention them, like renato wasnt mentioned.
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Reply #10 posted 04/10/08 3:45am

wildgoldenhone
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RumAndRaisin said:

wildgoldenhoney said:


lol

confuse
What look of the set?

i meant songs performed

dunce
Oh.
I was seeking a visual.
Serpan????
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Reply #11 posted 04/10/08 3:50am

b3xy

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RumAndRaisin said:

b3xy said:



technically we posted at the same time razz

i like the idea of the lighter band as much as i love the horn section it always makes a nice change for them not to be there

no mention of that new song though neutral

i think the horn section were there, they just didnt mention them, like renato wasnt mentioned.


i think your probably right actually i read it as the band was Josh & C.C. Dunham and Morris Hayes rather than everyone but i am probably wrong lol

when did Cora start being called C.C i know its been a while cos thats how she was refered to at the O2 gigs but i swear i have always thought of her as Cora confused

still sounds like a cool evening cool

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[Edited 4/10/08 3:54am]
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Reply #12 posted 04/10/08 4:02am

Dayclear

sad I sure miss him. Thanks for the review.
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Reply #13 posted 04/10/08 4:44am

b3xy

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Dayclear said:

sad I sure miss him. Thanks for the review.


same and my last live gig was just 6 months ago it seems forever ago for some reason neutral
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Reply #14 posted 04/10/08 5:29am

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RumAndRaisin said:

any minuite now the critisism is gonna start...

xpect this:

"cant believe hes still doing sly and the family stone covers..."

and lets not forget this old chestnut:

"cream?? u got the look???... prince has run out of idears"

and last but not least:

"1999??? please... hes been doing the same old songs for years, whens he gonna change hes set, its just a repeat of the o2 shows..."

(i like the look of the set btw)


And the one about 'too many covers'.
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Reply #15 posted 04/10/08 5:49am

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The playlist sounds quite reminiscent of the Indigo2 gigs (not that I'm complaining!)

D'you know if I won millions on the lottery I think I'd spend my life following the Prince gigs in person, getting into all the parties, concerts and gigs. Hell, I'd pay for him to come play a gig or two for me!












hmmm did that sound a bit stalker-ish lol
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Reply #16 posted 04/10/08 6:16am

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It sounds like it was a fun show. Prince seemed to rock it out! I don't care what the setlist is, I know that I miss seeing Prince. GET OUT OF L.A.AND COME TO NYC!!!!!
I'm not a fan of "old Prince". I'm not a fan of "new Prince". I'm just a fan of Prince. Simple as that
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Reply #17 posted 04/10/08 6:25am

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That is a nice review...Of course I wish I could have been in attendence...but always there in spirit. cool
"The Lion Sleeps Tonight...
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Reply #18 posted 04/10/08 7:34am

Anxiety

wildgoldenhoney said:

Shouldn't this be a featured article?
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it should and it is. biggrin
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Reply #19 posted 04/10/08 7:58am

4bjb

Anxiety said:

wildgoldenhoney said:

Shouldn't this be a featured article?
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it should and it is. biggrin


are there any pics?
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Reply #20 posted 04/10/08 8:05am

Anxiety

4bjb said:

Anxiety said:



it should and it is. biggrin


are there any pics?


none that i've come across so far. and since it was an intimate club gig, i'm guessing that we won't see any taken from the audience (but ya never know). maybe prince had his usual photog in attendance, but i haven't heard anything to that effect. shrug
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Reply #21 posted 04/10/08 8:50am

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Sounds like a fantastic evening!

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Reply #22 posted 04/10/08 10:21am

b3xy

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Anxiety said:

wildgoldenhoney said:

Shouldn't this be a featured article?
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it should and it is. biggrin


my first featured article biggrin
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Reply #23 posted 04/10/08 10:28am

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Great review! Thank you so much!
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Reply #24 posted 04/10/08 10:38am

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RumAndRaisin said:

any minuite now the critisism is gonna start...

xpect this:

"cant believe hes still doing sly and the family stone covers..."

and lets not forget this old chestnut:

"cream?? u got the look???... prince has run out of idears"

and last but not least:

"1999??? please... hes been doing the same old songs for years, whens he gonna change hes set, its just a repeat of the o2 shows..."

(i like the look of the set btw)


well no need 2 say anything since u said it all of the obvious big grin

btw yawn @ the setlist
man, he has such an amazing body of music that it's sad to see him constrict it down to the basics. he's too talented for the lineup he's doing. estelle 81
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Reply #25 posted 04/10/08 11:31am

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I think what the naysayers should remember or realize when Prince is playing these "same old songs" is that while he might be playing the song as you know it, he actually performs it totally revamped, changing the bass lines, synth lines, etc. so that it ends up becoming a totally different version . . . AND I LOVE THAT!!!

Songs that I've loved, know frontwards and backwards, and heard for the past 25 years, I've had to say "What the heck is this song?" when he re-works them live . . . .it is those moments worth cherishing when he does that to one of your favorites . . . .
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Reply #26 posted 04/10/08 11:49am

EchoofmySoul

I'm this color right now - lucky people!

Nice - very nice!
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Reply #27 posted 04/10/08 11:53am

sexxydancer

Soundz like a great set.woot!
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Reply #28 posted 04/10/08 12:45pm

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Thanks for the post

Sounds like a great show! 1999 now thats a surprise as i thouhgt he retired that song after 1999

Only complaint is...where is the new music P???
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Reply #29 posted 04/10/08 1:15pm

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Anxiety said:

4bjb said:



are there any pics?


none that i've come across so far. and since it was an intimate club gig, i'm guessing that we won't see any taken from the audience (but ya never know). maybe prince had his usual photog in attendance, but i haven't heard anything to that effect. shrug

Still hoping for some.
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