Recorded in the spring of 2010 and then mysteriously archived by Prince before its release, the
statement album Welcome 2 America documents Prince’s concerns, hopes, and visions for a shifting
society, presciently foreshadowing an era of political division, disinformation, and a renewed fight for
racial justice. The album features some of Prince’s only studio collaborations with the bassist Tal
Wilkenfeld, drummer Chris Coleman, and engineer Jason Agel, with additional contributions from New
Power Generation singers Shelby J, Liv Warfield, and Elisa Fiorillo and keyboardist Morris Hayes, who
Prince also recruited to co-produce the album.
The Deluxe Edition of Welcome 2 America combines the
2LP and CD versions of the album with a never before released Blu-Ray of Prince’s full April 28, 2011
performance at the Forum, part of the Welcome 2 America Tour’s historic 21 Nite Stand in Los Angeles.
The show is presented in stereo, 5.1 surround and Dolby Atmos, and includes 24 tracks from across
Prince’s career, from his biggest hits to fan favorites to ten rare covers. In addition, the deluxe edition
features a 32 page 12x12 book, exclusive poster and an embossed vellum envelope of limited edition
memorabilia all housed in a luxe, gold embossed package. Experienced as a complete package, the
Deluxe Edition provides an immersive view of Prince’s creative genius during his spontaneous, energetic,
and thought-provoking Welcome 2 America era.
Release date July 30th, 2021
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Recorded in the spring of 2010 and then mysteriously archived by Prince before its release, the
statement album Welcome 2 America documents Prince’s concerns, hopes, and visions for a shifting
society, presciently foreshadowing an era of political division, disinformation, and a renewed fight for
racial justice. The album features some of Prince’s only studio collaborations with the bassist Tal
Wilkenfeld, drummer Chris Coleman, and engineer Jason Agel, with additional contributions from New
Power Generation singers Shelby J, Liv Warfield, and Elisa Fiorillo and keyboardist Morris Hayes, who
Prince also recruited to co-produce the album.
The Deluxe Edition of Welcome 2 America combines the
2LP and CD versions of the album with a never before released Blu-Ray of Prince’s full April 28, 2011
performance at the Forum, part of the Welcome 2 America Tour’s historic 21 Nite Stand in Los Angeles.
The show is presented in stereo, 5.1 surround and Dolby Atmos, and includes 24 tracks from across
Prince’s career, from his biggest hits to fan favorites to ten rare covers. In addition, the deluxe edition
features a 32 page 12x12 book, exclusive poster and an embossed vellum envelope of limited edition
memorabilia all housed in a luxe, gold embossed package. Experienced as a complete package, the
Deluxe Edition provides an immersive view of Prince’s creative genius during his spontaneous, energetic,
and thought-provoking Welcome 2 America era.
Release date July 30th, 2021
Out of stock? Get notified when this item is restocked.
I love it, the packaging is outstanding and of course the music is so so good.
Arry
April 5, 2022
Excellent package. The music is great I can't believe the things he sang where still accurate till this day like the disinformation. Love it!!!
chaz
December 19, 2021
Perfect in every way. I ordered this specifically for the BluRay W2A live show which I’ve possibly watched every single day since receiving it. I even ordered a second deluxe copy to keep in mint condition.
Willie Cage
October 21, 2021
I purchase the My Welcome 2 America package for a friend for her birthday. She said it was the best birthday present ever!
Cynthia
October 18, 2021
OMGOODNESS ? ? ? ? How I LOVE this set. I bought it with the intention of not ever playing the albums and sealing it in a shadow box frame for display but have now decided to purchase another set just so I can play it. Ive ordered a record player just for the occasion ?? I absolutely love this set, beautifully packaged and displayed love every thing that comes with it. Worth EVERY penny!
Shanell Meredith Harriday
September 30, 2021
My Welcome 2 America package is worth 10x what i paid! Everything is superb from the concert to the cd, photography, packaging, posters, the digital download the extras (ticket reproduction, VIP passes, posters, booklets and more) to the artwork to the overall packaging is fantastic!!! The Estate really outdid themselves with this special package. The new album is phenomenal and timely too! #Prince4Ever a true blessing!!
romina manzanilla
September 29, 2021
Yesterday I received the order, it was bigger than I imagined but I was very excited and really exceeded my expectations, the packaging is beautiful and really in very good quality the vinyls and the cd's, I love this album, thank you prince and staff. <3
Zee
September 27, 2021
I love it & it came beautifully packaged( just like Prince).
Mark Brown
September 23, 2021
Love the packaging. I first purchase led the cd only and the. I wanted the Live concert so I purchased the whole set. Satisfied with both purchases
Tslye
September 16, 2021
The album CD and DVD are fabulous I enjoy watching them I enjoyed prince and hopefully I’ll buy something else soon thank you.
Kevin L
September 14, 2021
I, also, would have to agree with Richard, September 1, 2021. I would have liked to have seen this deluxe set be like the 1999 deluxe set. There was an LP version for those who wanted and a CD set for those who wanted that. Great book, great pics but I have no use for the LPs. I could play the 1999 set DVD on my desktop computer and was able to get a DVD player with little effort. I had to locate a blue ray player so that I could see this set’s concert. The video and sound were great quality. I thought the concert was great. The set list was awesome, the band was tight and Prince played many genres. It is a must have for true Prince fans. I would have given this set 5 stars if it was in a CD deluxe set and concert not on blue ray.
spencer d
September 11, 2021
Happy excited and consumed with my my new Prince purchase. Thank you Paisley Park from a die hard Prince fan! Can't wait for some new Prince to listen to in the future.
Traci Jo
September 10, 2021
I ABSOLUTELY love this box set. Everything about it is amazing!!!
Victoria
September 10, 2021
I love it. The package is beautiful and 1st class. Miss you Prince!
Joyce "Lady J"
September 7, 2021
AWESOME!! A very well put together box collection. It is on display on my Prince Wall. Paisley Park you did good. I was jamming as if I was at the concert in person. Prince you were the Greatest!
Tommy
September 6, 2021
I have to agree with Richard here. As an eternal Prince fan, I have all kinds of Prince stuff, including stuff that most people don't even know exists. And I can get a normal released CD or record anytime, but the bluray would have been really interesting. If I subtract the individual prices for the other from the set price, the bluray would cost $50-60, and that can't be right, I'd rather look at other, better deals. I can wait and see.
Sheryl Covington
September 2, 2021
Love the whole package , great job prince estate.But please can we please get a BOX SET OF A HOLE CONCERT TOUR COME ON ALL READY .
Andrea
September 2, 2021
He's Here. I can feel it. Every time I listen to the CD I hear something new. It's fabulous! Planning on watching the BluRay concert this holiday weekend. Can't wait!
Richard
September 1, 2021
All I was really interested in was the live concert. The vinyl, and CD aren’t much used to me since I haven’t owned anything that can play a CD for years now let alone vinyl. The tour book and memorabilia are cool. Fun getting the set list and backstage pass items. Quality is very good for these. As mentioned the live concert is the best thing here. The performance is awesome as is the sound and video quality. Again it’s annoying this was released on BluRay and no digital version was available. Very few people have BluRay players anymore since everything is streamed, luckily I had an old one at my parent’s they used to use so I watched it on that. I think the estate could have made a lot more money selling the concert on its own even if digitally since I know many people won’t buy this delux version for $99 because they don’t want the other stuff it comes with.
Ernie
September 1, 2021
Bought this for wife's birthday. She absolutely loves it!!!! Great job, keep-’em coming.
Robin Bickham
August 31, 2021
I love everything about it. I will be purchasing other recordings from the past. I also can't wait for the next one!
Jhumieka
August 31, 2021
The most awesome musical experience. Prince was ahead of his time. The music really speaks to what going on in our world today. Being a Prince fan, since the age 13, this music just sends me to another head place. Welcome 2 America, wonderful. SHHH! amazing! Born 2Die, excellent! So much more.
Kim
August 31, 2021
BEAUTIFUL!!!! This is the PRETTIEST set and makes me miss this man SO MUCH!!!! LOVE it!!!! ???
Silvia Alejandra Leyva
August 30, 2021
Love Love Love it! Please put out more like this!
Steven West
August 27, 2021
Outstanding all around. One of the best packaged sets I have ever had - others could learn from this. I have no reservation about handling my "book" and contents. Vinyl sounds brilliant, great pressing! Prince would have been proud - the party continues .....