Prince & 3rdEyeGirl (May 20, 2014) The Independent (UK)

This highly enthusiastic review from The Independent celebrates Prince & 3rdEyeGirl’s explosive performance at the LG Arena in Birmingham during the 2014 Hit + Run Tour (Part II), praising Prince’s unmatched stage presence, guitar mastery, and ability to captivate a massive audience at age 55.

PUBLICATION Independent Date: Tuesday, May 20, 2014 Country: United Kingdom

Section / Pages: Music Review – Page 41

Title: The Purple One is still driving them crazy

THE STORY

Daniel Dylan Wray’s review vividly describes the electric atmosphere at Birmingham’s LG Arena. Prince, backed by the powerful all-female band 3rdEyeGirl, delivered a high-octane set filled with classics. The piece highlights the dramatic stage entrance, explosive performances of “Let’s Go Crazy,” “Raspberry Beret,” “1999,” “Little Red Corvette,” and a powerful “When Doves Cry,” along with Prince’s exceptional guitar playing and commanding stage presence. The review emphasizes how Prince continued to thrill audiences with his energy, charisma, and musical brilliance.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This concert was part of Prince’s spontaneous “Hit and Run Tour (Part II)” in 2014. The review reflects the excitement surrounding Prince’s return to larger UK arenas and the strong chemistry between him and 3rdEyeGirl. It stands as a testament to Prince’s enduring status as one of the greatest live performers of all time.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Event: Prince & 3rdEyeGirl Live at LG Arena, Birmingham

Era: 2014 Hit and Run Tour

Tone: Highly enthusiastic, celebratory, and awestruck

Photography: Large, dynamic color photo of Prince performing with arm raised and the Love Symbol guitar

Visual Motifs: Bold headline, striking live concert photography, purple accent design

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Full concert review by Daniel Dylan Wray with strong praise

• Large, vibrant photograph of Prince in action on stage

• Detailed descriptions of the setlist, stagecraft, and band performance

• Emphasis on Prince’s guitar playing and audience connection

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RELATED MATERIAL

• Prince & 3rdEyeGirl (June 4, 2014) “Prince & 3rdEyeGirl, Roundhouse, NW1” – London Evening Standard (UK)

• Prince (September 26–30, 2014) Art Official Age – Studio Album

• Prince and 3rdEyeGirl (September 26–30, 2014) Plectrumelectrum – Studio Album

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