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| - I catch their show every time I'm in Vegas. Just saw them again this week and as usual, they did not disappoint.
The band is tight, and the setlist is choice. As a huge Prince fan, what always amazes me is the incredible attention to detail - the voice, the outfits, the gestures, the banter with the crowd - all are classic Prince.
My only complaint is that I truly think Purple Reign is above Hooters. Previously they were in the night owl showroom, which was decent. This time they were in their own space, which was kind of a makeshift theater. I felt kind of bad for them because the space is not at all set up for the audience to dance. Years ago, they played at South Point which was a much better space: better bar service, a huge dancefloor, tables for those who would rather take it easy. It also seems that Hooters cuts the show down a bit. When I saw them at South Point, it was an all night party, Two sets with a great mix of hits and deep cuts. The show is now about 80 minutes, ostensibly to get you back into the casino to spend more money.
In short, the show is fantastic, the band is great, and they deserve all of the accolades they've received. I just don't think this venue gives them the literal and figurative room to stretch out and flex their muscle.
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