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Prince (June 3, 2022) Prince and the Revolution: Live – 3LP Vinyl Worldwide

  • Writer: GlamSlamEscape
    GlamSlamEscape
  • Jun 3, 2022
  • 2 min read

The legendary March 30, 1985 Purple Rain Tour concert at Syracuse’s Carrier Dome finally arrives on vinyl for the first time — a stunning 3LP remixed and remastered live document of Prince and the Revolution at the peak of their powers.

RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Prince and the Revolution Title: Prince and the Revolution: Live Date: June 3, 2022

Label: NPG Records / Legacy Recordings

Format / Type: 3 x Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, Remastered, Box Set Country: Worldwide Catalogue: 19439957141 EU





TRACK LIST LP I – Side A

• Let's Go Crazy

• Delirious • 1999

• Little Red Corvette

• Take Me With U

LP I – Side B

• Yankee Doodle

• Do Me, Baby

• Irresistible Bitch

• Possessed

• How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore?




LP II – Side C

• Let's Pretend We're Married

• International Lover

• God • Computer Blue

LP II – Side D

• Darling Nikki

• The Beautiful Ones

• When Doves Cry

LP III – Side E

• I Would Die 4 U

• Baby, I'm A Star

LP III – Side F

• Purple Rain


THE STORY

Recorded live on March 30, 1985 at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse, New York during the Purple Rain Tour, this historic concert was finally released as a physical audio album on June 3, 2022. The 3LP set presents the full show remixed and remastered from the original multi-track masters, marking the first time this legendary performance became available on vinyl worldwide.



CONTEXT & NOTES This release captures Prince and the Revolution at the absolute height of their 1980s dominance. The show features a powerful mix of hits from Purple Rain, 1999, and Controversy, along with extended versions and deep cuts. Originally released on VHS in 1985 and later as a digital audio release in 2020, the 2022 worldwide vinyl edition includes a 16-page book with never-before-seen photos and is presented in a deluxe slipcase box.


PERSONNEL

  • Prince – vocals, guitar, piano

  • Wendy Melvoin – guitar, vocals

  • Lisa Coleman – keyboards, vocals

  • Dr. Fink – keyboards, vocals

  • BrownMark – bass, vocals

  • Bobby Z. – drums, percussion

  • Sheila E. – percussion, vocals (special guest)

  • Eric Leeds – saxophone

  • The Revolution & additional musicians



PRODUCTION Produced and Arranged by Prince Remixed by Chris James (2022) Mastered by Bernie Grundman Original Recording Engineered by David Tickle

PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS

  • Deluxe slipcase box with spot varnish

  • Iconic group photograph on front cover

  • 16-page full-color booklet with rare photos

  • Hype sticker shaped like the Love Symbol

  • Black vinyl in die-cut inner sleeves


WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS The front cover features a dramatic group portrait of Prince and the Revolution against a vibrant purple, red, and gold concert backdrop with the Love Symbol. The back cover displays the full tracklist across three LPs with a stunning live stage photo. Inner sleeves and booklet contain additional photos and credits.

RELATED MATERIAL See tags at foot of page.

SOURCES Official release materials, Discogs, The Prince Estate and Sleevographia2

All album artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

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