Photos by Joanna Gleason
Review by Jean Senat Fleury
On December 14, 2024, the Cabot Theater in Beverly, MA welcomed the Prince/Bowie Tribute Band. Prince/Bowie is a tribute fusion band that combines the music of Prince and David Bowie. The group honored the immortal legacies of two of rock’s biggest stars.
The band is made up of world class musicians from several national touring bands. It featured members of Twiddle, Pink Talking Fish, Remain in Light, Deep Banana Blackout – and more. It is spearheaded by Pink Talking Fish founder/bassist, Eric Gould. The lineup includes Bass – Eric Gould (Pink Talking Fish), Guitar – Cal Kehoe (Pink Talking Fish), Keys – Steve Learson (Pink Talking Fish), Drums – Rory Dolan (lespecial), BariSax/Vocals – Josh Schwartz (Remain in Light), Vocals/Percussion – Sammi Garett (Cool Cool Cool), Tenor Sax – Greg Sanderson (Cool Cool Cool), Alto Sax – Matt Wayne (Neighbor 9), Trumpet – Gershon Rosen (formerly Bellas Bartok).
Listening to their interpretation, the group was absolutely amazing. They owned the music as if they wrote it themselves. Their sound was tremendous. It permeated everyone’s soul. The mix of the Prince and David Bowie song books blend beautifully with master composer, Matt Wayne, creating unique horn arrangements that enhance the music in a special way.
In summary, the show was exceptional. The Cabot Theater was spectacular. Eric Gould and friends played magnificently. I was so lucky to be present at this live music event that would stay for a long time in my memory.
Prince/Bowie Tribute Band Setlist
Set 1
1- Rebel Rebel
2- Let’s Work
3- Delirious
4- Let’s Dance
5- 1999
6- Under Pressure
7- Kiss
8- Golden Years
9- Controversy
10- Life on Mars
11- Let’s Go Crazy
Set 2
1. Musicology
2. It’s Gonna Be A Beautiful Night
3. Fame
4. DMSR
5. Starman
6. Lady Stardust
7. Star
8. I Wanna Be Your Lover
9. Space Oddity
10. Nothing Compares 2U
11. Young Americans
12. I Would Die For You
13. Moonage Daydream
Encore :
1. Rock And Roll Suicide
2. Purple Rain
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