Prince (July 30, 2021) Welcome 2 America – Deluxe 2LP + CD + Blu-ray EU

Prince’s previously unreleased 2010 studio album Welcome 2 America finally sees the light of day in a lavish deluxe edition, combining the full studio album on 2LP/CD with a complete live concert Blu-ray from the 21 Nite Stand at The Forum in Los Angeles.

RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Prince

Title: Welcome 2 America

Date: July 30, 2021

Label: NPG Records / Legacy Recordings

Format / Type: Deluxe Edition 2LP + CD + Blu-ray Country: European Union Catalogue: 19439866161

TRACK LIST

Side A

• Welcome 2 America

• Running Game (Son Of A Slave Master) • Born 2 Die

• 1000 Light Years From Here

Side B

• Hot Summer

• Stand Up And B Strong

• Check The Record

• Same Page, Different Book

Side C

• When She Comes

• 1010 (Rin Tin Tin)

• Yes • One Day We Will All B Free

Side D

Etched

Blu-ray: Welcome 2 America – Live at The Forum, April 28, 2011

• Joy In Repetition

• Brown Skin

• 17 Days

• Shhh

• Controversy

• (Theme Song From) Which Way Is Up?

• What Have U Done 4 Me Lately

• Partyman

• Make U Feel My Love

• Misty Blue

• Let's Go Crazy

• Delirious

• 1999

• Little Red Corvette

• Purple Rain

• The Bird

• Jungle Love

• A Love Bizarre

• Kiss

• Play That Funky Music

• Inglewood Swinging (aka Hollywood Swinging)

• Fantastic Voyage

• More Than This

THE STORY Recorded in 2010 and shelved by Prince, Welcome 2 America is a powerful, socially conscious album that addresses politics, race, technology, and spirituality. The 2021 Deluxe Edition marks its first official release, pairing the 12-track studio album with a full-length Blu-ray of Prince & The New Power Generation’s April 28, 2011 concert at The Forum in Los Angeles.

CONTEXT & NOTES This deluxe set captures Prince’s late-career vision during a period of intense creativity. The studio album features collaborations with Tal Wilkenfeld, Chris Coleman, and members of the New Power Generation. The live Blu-ray presents a career-spanning 23-song performance. The package includes a 32-page book, extensive memorabilia, and a special etched side on the vinyl.

PERSONNEL

• Prince – vocals, guitar, bass, keyboards, production

• Tal Wilkenfeld – bass

• Chris Coleman – drums

• New Power Generation members (Shelby J., Liv Warfield, Elisa Fiorillo, Morris Hayes, etc.)

PRODUCTION Produced, Arranged, Composed and Performed by Prince Mastered by Bernie Grundman

CHARTS Weekly Charts [Debuted at No. 4 on the US Billboard 200]

PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS

• Luxe gold-embossed packaging

• 32-page 12"x12" companion book

• Embossed vellum envelope with replica memorabilia

• Special etched Side D on vinyl

• Includes poster, setlist, ticket replicas, and download card

WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS The front cover features a striking close-up of Prince holding a guitar, partially obscuring his face, with bold “WELCOME 2 AMERICA” title. The extensive deluxe packaging includes a gatefold with pockets for vinyl, CD, and Blu-ray, plus a detailed 32-page book with lyrics and photos.

RELATED MATERIAL See tags at foot of page.

SOURCES Official Prince Estate release materials, Discogs, The Prince Estate and sleevographia2.

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