For more than two decades, Prof has delivered his surprising mixture of rap, melody, and raw performance to venues across the globe. As much a comedian and chaos conductor as a performer, Prof has always appeared to be the sort of musician who can seize any crowd, any time.
Even the most seasoned entertainers have doubt moments, and for Prof, four words sparked it: “Headlining Red Rocks Amphitheater.” When AEG Presents Talent Buyer Adam Stroul threw out the question, it was not a rejoicing battle cry.
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“I said, ‘oh hell no. I’m not ready,’” Prof confessed. And then came the comedy of disbelief: calls to friends, managers, and bandmates were met with overwhelming percentages of “No way.” His producing partner, Wonka? Immediate shutdown. Tour manager? It “hurt his f###### feelings.” And you’d believe that would put the issue to rest.
But Adam Stroul wasn’t having it but continued to dig, doing all the essential work behind the scenes because he knew Prof was more than ready, even if he wasn’t aware of it then.
Finally, after all the objections, Prof did what he does best: ignored the warning signs and jumped into the fire. “F### it. I’ll try this s###,” he added. That puts him on the iconic Red Rocks stage on April 26th, headlining a venue that has showcased legends of every musical style imaginable.
Red Rocks isn’t simply another concert hall; it’s a gateway. Prof, on the other hand, is a moment in a career jam-packed with unexpected incidents. But what sets this narrative apart is the modest foundation. Prof didn’t feign indifference. He didn’t inflate his chest and exclaim, “Of course I’m ready.”
He was truthful, open, and unfettered in characteristic Prof fashion. When his viewers step up at the local dive bar in the American heartland or as part of a massive nationwide tour, they are in for something exceptional.
This is dedicated to the musicians who say “hell no,” who are terrified but do so anyway. The professor won’t just conduct a show on April 26th; he’ll also make a declaration. Whether he is prepared, Red Rocks will be introduced to Prof.
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