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Enter to win a Paisley Park giveaway

January 29, 2019 by MSR News Online 1 Comment

Enter to win a Paisley Park giveaway

Enter now for your chance to win two tickets to tour the legendary Paisley Park.

Minnesota Historical Society unveils new Prince artifacts

January 4, 2019 by MSR News Online Leave a Comment

Minnesota Historical Society unveils new Prince artifacts

Prince fans can catch a glimpse inside the Purple One’s pre-stardom promotional materials, as the Minnesota Historical Society (MNHS) recently announced the acquisition of new items from his first manager, Owen Husney. The acquisition includes a 1977 press kit created by Husney’s advertising firm to promote Prince. Husney deliberately kept the design minimalist, wanting Prince’s […]

Paisley Park partners with Minneapolis Public Schools for new arts education program

November 19, 2018 by MSR News Online 1 Comment

Paisley Park partners with Minneapolis Public Schools for new arts education program

Through a structured program, MPS students will be offered admission-free tours and music education experiences, helping to equalize opportunity and access for students who may not otherwise have the ability to experience the late legend’s creative grounds. 

Ava DuVernay to helm Prince documentary for Netflix

October 30, 2018 by MSR News Online

Ava DuVernay to helm Prince documentary for Netflix

With the support of the late musician’s estate, the A Wrinkle in Time director said the documentary will be made with extensive use of Prince’s archived recordings and other unreleased material that span the artist’s life.

Prince in concert: an experience like no other

August 26, 2018 by Tony Kiene

Prince in concert: an experience like no other

Nearly thirty years later, it remains one of the most thrilling experiences of my entire life. Prince took us to church that night, as he did with everyone on that 44-city tour across three continents.

The U of M to honor Prince

August 22, 2018 by MSR News Online

The U of M to honor Prince

The late, legendary Prince will receive another posthumous honor: a Doctor of Humane Letters degree from the University of Minnesota. Prior to Prince’s passing, the U of M had planned to present the iconic entertainer with the honorary degree in recognition of his extraordinary talent and influence, as well as his role in shaping the […]

The interview that ‘blessed’ Robyne Robinson’s career

August 3, 2018 by Tony Kiene

The interview that ‘blessed’ Robyne Robinson’s career

Prince’s request for an interview was still fresh on Robyne Robinson’s mind as she left Paisley Park that fateful day. It was not lost of her that no other local or national news anchor or reporter had been able to secure a sit-down television interview with the legendary entertainer.

Pioneering broadcaster Robyne Robinson reflects on Prince interview

July 26, 2018 by Tony Kiene

Pioneering broadcaster Robyne Robinson reflects on Prince interview

Arriving at Paisley Park after being summoned by Prince, the first sound she heard was the pitter-patter of Mayte’s Yorkshire terriers making their way to the front lobby. They were followed by Mayte, whose smile let Robinson know that she approved of the piece. In fact, before Robinson could even say hello, Mayte asked for additional copies of the tape to send to family and friends in Germany, Puerto Rico, and Miami.

Prince is often called a modern-day Mozart

July 11, 2018 by Tony Kiene

Prince is often called a modern-day Mozart

Many of us are familiar with Prince-penned hits recorded by Chaka Khan, Stephanie Mills, Stevie Nicks, Patti LaBelle, and Sheena Easton, among numerous others. Plus, all the notable tracks he wrote for other veterans of the Minneapolis Sound, including The Time, André Cymone, Vanity 6, and Sheila E. But did you know he also wrote for the likes of Joe Cocker, Kenny Rogers, Celine Dion, and Candy Dulfer?

Prince as a guitarist – underrated but brilliant

June 24, 2018 by Tony Kiene

Prince as a guitarist – underrated but brilliant

Free, who modeled much of his early image after Prince and ultimately became a guitar guru himself, informed Chazz that since Prince didn’t need to practice, he didn’t feel he had to either. Chazz replied by letting Free know he had it all wrong, “Prince practices all the time.”

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