Draft:The Virgin Prayer Blue Tour (2008-09)
| Tour by JB Benedict | |
| Location |
|
|---|---|
| Start date | March 21, 2008 |
| End date | February 13, 2009 |
| Legs | 2 |
| No. of shows | 20 |
| JB Benedict concert chronology | |
The Virgin Prayer Blue Tour was the debut concert tour by JB Benedict, a rising star in the music industry. Launched in March 2008, the tour marked a significant milestone in Benedict's career, as he took his music to the stages of Europe and Asia for the first time. The tour was a huge success, with fans and critics alike praising Benedict's soulful voice and captivating stage presence.
The tour featured 20 shows across two legs, with stops in major cities such as London, Paris, Tokyo, and Hong Kong. The setlist included a mix of original songs and covers, showcasing Benedict's versatility and range as a performer. The tour was also notable for its high-energy production values, which featured elaborate lighting and visual effects. With its sold-out crowds and positive reviews, the Virgin Prayer Blue Tour established JB Benedict as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry.
Tour Date
[edit]| Date (2008-09) | City | Country | Venue | Attendance | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 21, 2008 | Berlin | Germany | Mercedes-Benz Arena | 17,000 | $1,500,000 |
| March 23, 2008 | Paris | France | Accor Arena | 20,000 | $1,800,000 |
| March 25, 2008 | London | UK | O2 Arena | 20,000 | $2,000,000 |
| March 28, 2008 | Amsterdam | Netherlands | Ziggo Dome | 17,000 | $1,500,000 |
| April 2, 2008 | Brussels | Belgium | Forest National | 8,000 | $700,000 |
| April 5, 2008 | Zurich | Switzerland | Hallenstadion | 13,000 | $1,200,000 |
| April 8, 2008 | Vienna | Austria | Stadthalle | 16,000 | $1,400,000 |
| April 12, 2008 | Milan | Italy | Mediolanum Forum | 12,000 | $1,100,000 |
| May 1, 2008 | Barcelona | Spain | Palau Sant Jordi | 24,000 | $2,200,000 |
| May 4, 2008 | Madrid | Spain | WiZink Center | 17,000 | $1,500,000 |
| May 10, 2008 | Lisbon | Portugal | Altice Arena | 20,000 | $1,800,000 |
| June 1, 2008 | Oslo | Norway | Telenor Arena | 12,000 | $1,000,000 |
| June 15, 2008 | Stockholm | Sweden | Friends Arena | 30,000 | $2,500,000 |
| September 10, 2008 | Copenhagen | Denmark | Royal Arena | 15,000 | $1,300,000 |
| September 15, 2008 | Helsinki | Finland | Hartwall Arena | 13,000 | $1,200,000 |
| Date (2008-11 to 2009-02) | City | Country | Venue | Attendance | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 18, 2008 | Tokyo | Japan | Tokyo Dome | 45,000 | $4,000,000 |
| November 22, 2008 | Osaka | Japan | Osaka Castle Hall | 16,000 | $1,400,000 |
| December 5, 2008 | Seoul | South Korea | Olympic Gymnastics Arena | 12,000 | $1,000,000 |
| January 15, 2009 | Shanghai | China | Shanghai Grand Stage | 10,000 | $900,000 |
| February 10, 2009 | Hong Kong | Hong Kong | AsiaWorld-Arena | 14,000 | $1,200,000 |
Set List
[edit]- "Holiday"
- "Lucky Star"
- "Borderline"
- "Like a Virgin"
- "Material Girl"
- "Into The Groove"
- "Papa Don't Preach"
- "True Blue"
- "Like a Prayer"
- "Express Yourself"
- "Cherish"
NOTES
- During the Paris show on March 23, 2008, JB performed "Dancing Queen.
- During the Switzerland show on April 5,2008, JB performed "Crazy for You".
- During the Barcelona and Madrid show on May 1 - 4, 2008, JB performed two of the classical hits medley My Heart Will Go On and [Beauty and the Beast]] [dedicated to Celine Dion
- During the Stockholm show on June 15, 2008, JB performed "Billie Jean" as a tribute to the King of Pop's 25th Anniversary, Michael Jackson,
- During the Finland show, JB performed and annouce the sneak peak for his next album and sang the two bonus tracks "Burning Up" and "RockBaby Die"
- During the last 3 final show in Seoul to Hong Kong on December 5, 2008 - February 10, 2009, JB performed "I Love Rock N' Roll" and "I Love New York"