The artist formerly known as, currently known as “Prince” will be performing in Las Vegas starting in November and thru 2007. Rather than see this as a sell out or commercialization of an esteemed performer – a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, tons of gold records“ I was thrilled. He will add talent and class to a city that seems to be a continuous poker tournament.
This artist and he is one, regardless of all of the eccentricities that have been applied to him creates and performs with such joy and passion that listening and watching him on stage is an example of what can be achieved when you continue to work at your craft, your bliss, whatever it is.
His recordings are great fun, but, on stage he is electricity, genius, and he can dance! He spins, he does the split while still playing guitar. Hot stuff!
I don’t think his planned Friday and Saturday night stints in a Vegas hotel lounge will change his work ethic. He will continue to be one of the “hardest working men in show business” on stage.
He will wear white silk jumps suits? Maybe his onstage wardrobe is also part of the fun, but, I have no doubt he will not disappoint, he will “put on a show” in the best theatrical tradition.
I will clap, dance, tap my feet and be transported.  I will forget all about my under funded 401k and company downsizing. He will give me my money’s worth Prince is a star!