New Purple Celebration
show 8pm NEW PURPLE CELEBRATION: The Music of Prince, are to celebrate the music, life and legacy of Prince for one last tour. NEW PURPLE CELEBRATION deliver a non-stop, hit packed show, spanning two hours. Described in the Press as “nothing short of a huge party,” expect to see, hear and feel the hits from one of the most loved artists of all time; 1999, Little Red Corvette, Purple Rain, Kiss, Diamonds And Pearls, U Got The Look, When Doves Cry, Cream, I Wanna Be Your Lover and many more… NEW PURPLE CELEBRATION, formed in 2004 have toured extensively over the years and throughout that time have always tried to embody the essence of a pure prince Show, wall to wall Musiclogy to keep the crowds on their feet. One of the only shows outside Europe with a guitar, keys and drumkit playing ‘Prince’, the band is fronted by founder-member JIMI LOVE. Backed by top quality musicians, a totally live gig experience, vocals, guitars, keys, horns, but absolutely no backing tracks, which has been the mantra since the band’s inception. www.newpurplecelebration.co.uk What the Press say: “An excellent night of great songs and terrific musicianship… If you’re looking for a night out this is the show to see.” “Fantastic! As close any as any mere mortal should ever reasonably expect to get to reaching the godlike genius that was Prince. Highly recommended.”
Venue: Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF.
Event type: GIGS.
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Colchester Arts Centre
Venue address: Church Street Colchester CO1 1NF
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