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He's approaching 53 but Prince is showing no signs of slowing down.And the Minneapolis native who introduced 'Controversy' to the masses in 1981 may just about set the concert industry ablaze with his unorthodox approach to touring.
Today, tickets went on sale for his latest 'Welcome 2 America Live' tour dates, billed as '21 nite stand' in L.A. and announced just yesterday – playing at the Los Angeles Forum April 14, 21st and 22nd.
Going where no artist seems to have gone before, Prince hasn't only just surprised fans with the new spate of shows, but he also declared that roughly 85% of all tickets will be available at $25, inclusive of all service fees.
Taking a very different approach with his concerts, the Grammy and Academy Award-winning musician is announcing shows a matter of days before they happen. And his loyal fan base have come out in full force and shown their support.
The first two Madison Square Garden shows sold out in 30 minutes and over 45,000 tickets were sold in the first three days for the string of Oakland shows.
Produced by Live Nation, the show is a seemingly endless parade of hits – and even some of his beloved rarities. Special guests for the Los Angeles performances are expected to be announced shortly but for his previous dates Prince has been joined by the likes of Esperanza Spalding, Maceo Parker, Graham Central Station, Santana, Cee Lo Green, Cassandra Wilson, ballerina Misty Copeland and Sheila E.
No telling who will show up at The Forum. But we're sure it will be just as buzz worthy.
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By: pink on 4/12/2011 3:38PM
Thanks Prince for giving back 2 fans that have supported u all these years. I have been 2 many of his concerts over the years, and it's refreshing 2 know that he's offering $25 in these hard economic times.
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By: pink on 4/12/2011 3:45PM
Thanks Prince for giving back 2 fans that have supported u all these years. I have been 2 many of his concerts over the years, and it's refreshing 2 know that he's offering $25 tickets in these hard economic times.
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By: corvette01 on 4/12/2011 4:39PM
I've seen him in concert and I will pay $100. to see him again.( He's GOOD!!!)
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By: Mimi on 4/18/2011 1:09PM
When Prince comes to town money is no object. I will pay just about any price for Prince becomes he is worth it. However, it is good that he has seats that are $25.00.
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By: Sarah Pratt on 4/12/2011 7:09PM
Thanh you Prince for giving people a chance to come see you who nonely could not pay that much to come.
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By: James Carbajal on 4/12/2011 8:12PM
Prince is the best, and a man with heart! Come to Denver Prince. We Luv Ya.
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By: Gail on 4/12/2011 8:18PM
Prince!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love Prince!!!!!!!!!!!
I saw him in So. Carolina- oh my oh my, he is a real showman. He gave us his all. At the age of 53, he is still all that!!!!
And for him to give his fans a gift of $25. a tix, that says a lot about him.
You go Prince!!!!!!!!!
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By: terri on 4/12/2011 8:46PM
Prince Please come to Ohio so i can see you! please! I grew up listing to prince. I know the fans in LA were so happy to get to see you and pay a great price of $25. I your tour reaches Ohio soon and i will be the first person to get a ticket at any cost.
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By: LT3 on 4/12/2011 9:25PM
I'm 63. My wife and I were just taking the other day about the concerts we have been to over the years, James, Marvin, Gladys, Michael. We both said at the same time, we got maybe one more concert in us and we'd like to see Prince. We have been searching for concert dates and tickets for about a month now. Spreading the word to friends and relatives of our desire to see this guy. My daughter calls this morning saying she just bought Prince Forum concert tickets for $25. I couldn't believe it. This Thursday, April 14 is our 35th wedding anniversary, and guess where we are going? Don't git nun on'ya......
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By: J on 4/12/2011 9:52PM
May god bless Prince. What a performer.
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