Prince (June 15, 2000) “Prince pays back fans” Star Tribune – Concert Review

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Jun 15, 2000
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The June 15, 2000 edition of the Star Tribune features Jon Bream’s review of Prince’s intense hometown show during “Prince’s Celebration,” describing a sprawling, high-energy jam session that thrilled over 5,000 fans at Northrop Auditorium.

Publication: Star Tribune

Date: June 15, 2000

Country: United States Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Section: Music Review

THE STORY

The review details Prince’s masterful three-hour performance, blending funk, spirituality, and nostalgia. It highlights guest appearances, extended jams, covers like “Delirious” and “Purple Rain,” and duets with Sly Stone and Larry Graham. Bream notes the $50 ticket price delivered exceptional value in a loose, celebratory atmosphere.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This concert was part of the first major “Prince’s Celebration” event at Paisley Park in 2000, marking Prince’s return to performing for fans after a period of relative seclusion. The review captures the excitement of his hometown audience and the special communal energy of these early Celebration gatherings.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Event: Prince concert review – Celebration 2000

Era: 2000 (Prince Return / Celebration era)

Tone: Enthusiastic, detailed, appreciative

Photography: Black & white portrait of Prince

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

Bold headline “Prince pays back fans with sprawling jam”
Large photo of Prince performing
In-depth review by Jon Bream covering the show’s highlights and atmosphere
Fan reactions and details about the Celebration event

RELATED MATERIAL

This June 15, 2000 Star Tribune review complements the Duluth News Tribune piece from the same day and other Celebration-era coverage in the scrapbook. For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page.

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