‘So as of now, per the Prince Estate, I can no longer use Morris Day & The Time in any capacity,’ wrote Morris Day.
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Questlove discusses Prince, new film, during intimate screening at Paisley Park
The film screening and event featured a 30-minute Q&A session with the film’s director and a Prince-themed DJ set for VIP attendees.
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Prince’s ‘Welcome 2 America’ continues late icon’s socio-political musical legacy
Prince has always taken into account the world around him in his music.
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Legendary Mpls. producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis discuss new album, legacy
With no greater time than the present, the Minneapolis natives have unveiled their long-awaited debut to the delight of longtime fans.
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Former Prince bodyguard recalls memories in debut memoir
For Prince former bodyguard and bandmate Wally Safford reflects on the icon’s legacy and Detroit connection.
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New Prince doc sheds light on how North Mpls. riots in 1960s helped shape the icon
A new Prince documentary is set to premiere during one of the most tumultuous times in Minnesota history.
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Pioneer to Minneapolis Sound releases long-awaited solo album
Jellybean Johnson’s debut album ‘Get Experienced’ is a nine-song odyssey that crosses genres and expands on the richness of the Minneapolis Sound.
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Prince’s ‘Sign o’ The Times’: a timeless masterpiece
“In France, a skinny man died of a big disease with a little name/by chance his girlfriend came across a needle and soon she did the same…” That’s how one of the greatest albums in history opened. The title track to Prince’s “Sign o’ the Times” was greeted by critics and fans alike: pure excitement. […]
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‘If You See Me’ offers a remarkable glimpse into the Minneapolis sound
Veteran pop-funkster Pepé Willie teams up with accomplished author Tony Kiene to entertain music lovers, especially Prince fans, with the page-turning ‘If You See Me.’
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Black Business Spotlight: Cheesecake Funk
The late Prince’s endorsement helped launch the these decadent desserts.
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Top-rated Prince tribute scores with music lovers, garners Saturday replay
The ratings for CBS’ Prince tribute were strong enough for the network to replay the special on Saturday, April 25.
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‘Let’s Go Crazy’: Grammy tribute to Prince to air April 21
‘The Recording Academy’s Let’s Go Crazy: The Grammy Salute To Prince,’ will air on the fourth anniversary of the late legend’s passing.
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Former Prince mentor Pepé Willie shares memories of the late legend
Former Prince mentor Pepé Willie shared a colorful account of his time with the late legend.
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An early glimpse of genius: “Prince: Before the Rain” Exhibit opens Sept. 21
The new exhibit “Prince: Before the Rain” at the Minnesota History Center features the work of Beaulieu with images of the late icon from the late 1970s into the early 1980s charting his rise to superstardom.
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‘Purple Rain’ turns 35 – how Prince’s cult classic broke barriers
Thirty-five years ago this month, Prince’s iconic ‘Purple Rain shocked Hollywood, delighted moviegoers and thrust Prince in mega-stardom – breaking barriers in the process.
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Dance on: How Prince’s legacy of giving continues to thrive
Prince spent his entire career privately supporting causes that were near and dear to his heart.
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Enter to win a Paisley Park giveaway
Enter now for your chance to win two tickets to tour the legendary Paisley Park.
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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 […]
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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.
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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.