Sheila E. (June 16, 1986) “Live In Romance 1600” – Video US

The first home video release by Sheila E., documenting footage from the Romance 1600 Tour. Released in the United States on June 16 1986 on Warner Reprise Video / Paisley Park. Features a special guest appearance by Prince and The Revolution performing “A Love Bizarre”.

RELEASE DETAILS 

Artist: Sheila E.

Label: Warner Reprise Video / Paisley Park

Release Date: June 16 1986 Country: United States

Format: VHS (NTSC), Betamax (NTSC) Length: Approx. 57 minutes Director: Danny Kleinman

TRACK LISTINGS (US Releases)

VHS (NTSC) (3-38120)

1. Intro (incl. The Glamorous Life - unlisted) (2:32)

2. Sister Fate (3:13)

3. Erotic City (3:46)

4. Toy Box (4:27)

5. S CAR Go (3:39)

6. Holly Rock (5:26)

7. Merci For The Speed Of A Mad Clown In Summer (6:33)

8. The Glamorous Life (11:24)

9. A Love Bizarre (10:48)

10. End Credits (Percussion jam - unlisted) (3:00)

Betamax (NTSC) (5-381201)

1. Intro (incl. The Glamorous Life - unlisted) (2:10)

2. Sister Fate (3:30)

3. Erotic City (3:03)

4. Toy Box (9:52)

5. S CAR Go (4:00)

6. Holly Rock (4:30)

7. Merci For The Speed Of A Mad Clown In Summer (6:45)

8. The Glamorous Life (13:25)

9. A Love Bizarre (10:40)

10. End Credits (Percussion jam - unlisted) (3:00)

CHART PERFORMANCE Did not chart.

PERSONNEL Sheila E. and her band. Special guest: Prince and The Revolution performing “A Love Bizarre”.

THE STORY 

The video was recorded live on March 8 1986 during the Romance 1600 Tour. It captures high-energy performances including a standout extended “A Love Bizarre” with Prince. “S CAR Go” features a percussion jam with Sheila E.’s father Pete Escovedo and brothers.

CONTEXT & NOTES 

This was Sheila E.’s first official home video. The US release came on VHS and Betamax formats. The live version of “A Love Bizarre” includes additional chants and was edited slightly for the video. The footage was produced by Limelight and originally retailed for $29.98.

RELATED MATERIAL 

Sheila E. – Romance 1600 (1985 Album)

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SOURCES Prince Vault,

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