jcurley said:

It's because they were/are/have been the biggest icons in "Popular" music in the last 30 years....guys like Prince and Micheal Jackson don't come around again ....you get one chance to see that talent ....that's it! One!

LondonStyle said:

I absolutely agree-but then again based on that argument I now definitively have to stick to my point that you so graciously highlighted for me!

nurseV said:

same here:)

I wish people would get off P's ass with the MJ stuff. He doesn't have to put on some fake show to prove anything. I would rather he not do another stint like the dozens of stars who all the sudden became Michaels buddies in death. I swear, even though I'm critical of the man, I don't want to control him. Some of you guys need to do likewise. Nobody runs Prince.

Prince was saying that MJ doing 50 concerts, was him(Prince)not offering all he could. He saying that he would have done more if given the chance. As for his closing remarks on MJ, Prince and Mike were friends and cool with each other. There was no beef except the ones that their fans and media created. They even hung out with each other at times. Prince just probably feels that the media should let MJ rest in peace instead of drumming up controversy!

LittleSister said:

Well that answers this argument. (reply #22).

japanrocks said:

Firstly the fact that no one on the org put Michael down is the biggest load of junk I've heard in a long time. Secondly, referring to the bolded statement.

So the fact that MJ fans come to the org to appreciate Prince is not viewed as positive, hey Prince has more fans. But rather, "God, they stay too. And we need to spell things out for them. Refer to comment one for my thoughts on that.

The fact that Prince mentions MJ and the O2 before the reporters say anything about Michael, shows that MJ is on Prince's mind for one.

That he refers to his singer Elisa as being a similar stamp as Michael (who also started singing at 6 and performed on stage at 11) is another clue that he has recognises a similarity between Michael and her, which means he has again thought about MJ.

In answer to the loss of the King of Pop, why should he expand upon his feelings and thoughts. He said it's hard when you lose someone you love. What else is there to say? That's the truth.

I like Prince's thoughts of the anti-tyranny symbols. Questions like Jimi Hendrix's creativity arising from a cash hungry corrupt CEO, Media being controlled by the state, balance, purpose, MJ's music being good music" etc etc.

Is Prince really American? He seems so broad minded and open

Bohemian67 said:

I'm quite surprised by that.

WaterInYourBath said:

Surprised by what Prince said or how I worded it? In case it's the latter. Let me rephrase.

What I meant was, I find the fact that Prince actually mentions Michael's 50 concerts for his big comeback as being something Prince could actually learn from is a sign of respect to me.

Bohemian67 said:

Not your response, but Prince. Sorry my post wasn't clear. Prince surprised me by speaking about MJ (and specifically saying his full name) without being provoked by a question first. That's never happened before.

Some of you really just need to shut the fuck up.





Good interview. I don't know of that was just the translation removing some of the Princely cryptics, but P came off more candidly and forthcoming here than he usually does. It was a refreshing shift. Thanks for posting this.

japanrocks said:

P & Michael really should have colaborated.

nurseV said:

Anybody complaining about that performance or the interview just needs to burn their Prince albums, bootlegs, singles, T-shirts, posters and whatever else u got from the Midget....lol...

Because it's obvious that there's some other weird shit going on here....

murph said:

You've said nothing but the truth.

JesusFreak said:

they should have...sadly Prince may never get to do that now that MJs gone

so uh where exactly does it say that Prince is not gonna tour??
(my eyes were focused on MJ mentionings lol)

Not really a huge MJ fan, though sad he died so young and was always surrounded by controversy. My point is, however, why fill these forums with conjecture over Prince's "feud" with MJ or his feelings? Only Prince knows the truth - pardon the pun. Surely, we're here because we love Prince and his music, the Prince vs MJ thing is getting tired now, let's focus on happy things?

Peace ..... and be wild.

Bohemian67 said:

This is the Prince that I've always loved. He seems like he's in a good place. I've always viewed the name change, corporate fight, "slave" period and emancipation as a fight to preserve his artistry in such a brutal soul-sucking business. Sure, there's been creative failures and business missteps, but compare him to other 50-year-old artists with 30 years in the music industry and get ready to get bored to death. I love the journey.

He didn't have to say nothing , but for those that bitch and moan that he didn't hope you all are happy now lol

Thanks so much Iethrouk and LittleSIster, for the translation. I don't read or speak another language but had big fun listening/scanning the articles/media coverage.

SomewhereHereOnEarth said:

For several years, you've cultivated the art of surprise concerts in exceptional locations...

I now prefer this format above the traditional tour, it tempts me more."

jcurley said:

This is plain false. Prince's O2 season was always known as 21 Nights. It was announced as such.

http://www.mtv.co.uk/arti...-in-london

Prince’s 21 Nights In London

And the funky one wants to duet with Amy Winehouse

14:25, Tuesday, 8 May 2007

Prince announced today (May 8) a 21-date London residency kicking off in August, and told journalists he wants to perform with Amy Winehouse.

Looking as sharp as ever in cream suit, purple shirt and black sunglasses, the pint-sized legend " responsible for the smash hits Purple Rain and U Got The Look - held a press conference at swanky London members club The Hospital to reveal the dates.

Last time I was here a lot of people didnt get to see me, he told reporters, so I wanted it to be more affordable this time. They will be his only shows in Europe this summer.

Appearing in a private room draped with purple curtains, he also divulged plans to cover the Winehouses Love Is A Losing Game - and admitted he wants to perform it with her saying: "I'm a big fan".

Prince also said that he had been rehearsing 150 songs for the tour.

Prince, formerly a squiggle, will kick off the London leg of The Earth Tour with seven nights at The 02 Arena (formerly the Millennium Dome) from August 1. But what he didnt mention was where the remaining 14 nights in the capital will be held - hopefully theyll include a few more intimate venues.

Tickets for The 02 Arena gigs will set fans back 31.21 and will include a free copy of his new album- they go on sale this Friday. Take note Madonna and Barbara Streisand...

Dates:

The 02 Arena: August 1, 3, 4, 7, 10, 11, 14
Plus 14 further London gigs " venues to be confirmed

For more info check out Prince's website here...

Tom Thorogood
08/05/2007

ElCapitan said:

ahh ok...thanks

LondonStyle said:

Prince knows what to say publicly about the death of a legend.

I think Prince like MJ but he probably din't like most of his music.

mozfonky said:

mynameisnotsusan said:

Yeh-I could be wrong but I always as did the press at the time interpreted that as a mix of venues across London. There were news articles that he would do more intimate gigs across the capital interspersed with the O2 gigs-that's why the above article ends with "Venues to be confirmed"

aarontj said:

I think i'm gonna win the lottery on Friday..... the fact i'm not buying a ticket changes things ...no....

Note: He' played 3 MJ songs at his gig's in Paris 2009....

This is why i love Prince.org ....I'm always learning new things here .....