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Funk singer Prince has performed three different full length shows in one night to promote his upcoming album. The gigs took place in Los Angeles at the 7,100-capacity Nokia Theater, 1,100-capacity Conga Room and the 2,300-capacity Club Nokia.

The artist complained of poor sound at at the first show where his constant pleas to the venue's crew had no impact. Toward the end of the show, he mentioned a few AEG executives by name, and told fans to complain to them about the buzzing speakers.

"I came to see Alicia Keys here, and it was the worst sound I've ever heard," Prince said, noting that the AEG had spent plenty of money on seating and lighting. "If you fix the sound, I'll be here every night, and I'll do it for free."

Prince played hits including "1999," "Kiss" and "Let's Go Crazy," at the first show, which was attended by celebrities like basketball legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood. The set lists and the bands were different for each show.

Prince's new album, the three-disc set "Lotusflow3r," will be released on Sunday exclusively at big-box retailer Target Corp and on his Web site.

Officials at AEG did not reply to a late-night email seeking reaction to Prince's criticisms. The firm is owned by Denver billionaire Philip Anschutz.