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Prince played Coachella (pictures), covered Radiohead

Prince @ the Coachella Music Festival – April 26, 2008
Prince @ Coachella

You are the coolest place on earth right now!” Prince declared to a sea of tens of thousands.

Prince, who had been sought out to perform at Coachella since the festival was founded nine years ago, told the crowd that when he agreed to perform, he informed the organizers that he would not only play, but party too.

True to his word, Prince then launched his band — complete with a horn section and background singers — into “Jungle Love.” Morris Day came out to sing his song, while Prince strolled around the stage with his guitar.

For the beginning of the show, Prince preferred to let his guitar do the talking. He also welcomed the singer and drummer Sheila E, who took the lead for a song and then joined Prince in an extended jam.

Finally, Prince satisfied the crowd with a celebratory performance of “1999.” His classic “Little Red Corvette” soon followed. [AP]

The rest of Ryan Muir‘s photos from the evening are HERE.

Check out the rest of our Coachella coverage HERE.

Check out video of Prince on Leno, HERE.

Check out video of Radiohead on Conan, HERE.

Sheila E @ the Coachella Music Festival – April 26, 2008
Prince @ Coachella