Tag: Prince

Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic, the return of Prince

Prince - Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic - Header (apoplife.nl)

In 1999 the final O(+> album was released before Prince was officially named Prince again: Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic, with an old acquaintance as producer.

O(+> – Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic – The reviews

Prince - Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic - The reviews (apoplife.nl)

In 1999 the last O(+> album was released: Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic. Reviewers weren’t happy, nor were they disappointed. The reviews!

O(+> – Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic – Billboard article

The Artist, Arista Ink Licensing Deal - Billboard 09/04/1999 (billboard.com)

Op September 4, 1999, it was officially announced that O(+> was about to release a new album: Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic!

Oğuzhan and Prince

Oğuzhan and Prince (apoplife.nl)

Oğuzhan wanted an introduction to Prince, well, here it is!

Prince fulfills his contractual obligation: The Vault… Old Friends 4 Sale

Prince - The Vault... Old Friends 4 Sale (discogs.com)

In 1999 the Prince album The Vault… Old Friends 4 Sale was released. Prince didn’t want to be associated with it in any way.

Prince – Shelved Project – I’ll Do Anything

Prince project - I'll Do Anything - Header (apoplife.nl)

In 1992 Prince was asked to write some songs for the planned musical I’ll Do Anything. It all didn’t play out as was expected.

Breakups, 25 songs about the end of a relationship

25 Breakup Songs - Header (redonline.co.uk/grindr.com)

25 Years ago the marriage of Mick Jagger and Jerry Hall was declared null and void. A great opportunity to share 25 beautiful breakup songs!

Prince and George Clinton, ‘diss’ tracks and respect

George Clinton & Prince - Paisley Park - December 18, 1999 (youtube.com)

George Clinton on Paisley Park Records and the cooperation with Prince. A story of respect and great music!

1984 is 40 years ago: 40 singles that gave the year its color

I love 1984 - Header (apoplife.nl)

1984 is already 40 years old. A great occasion for compiling a list of 40 singles that helped shape that year!

The Glamorous Life, the complete Sheila E. – Prince story

Prince & Sheila E., The Ritz - New York - 09/13/1984 (rtl.nl)

In 1984 Sheila E. released her debut The Glamorous Life. It would be the start of a years’ long conjunction with Prince. A look back.

Prince and Sheila E., a cooled down friendship?

Prince & Sheila E. live 2008 (hollywoodreporter.com)

Around 2011 Prince and Sheila E. had a falling out. They never reconciled. After Prince’s untimely passing Sheila E. wasn’t popular. The complete story.

My very last Prince show ever was an unrivalled highlight!

Prince in Antwerp 05/27/2014 (over-blog.com)

On May 27, 2014, I witnessed my last ever Prince concert. It was one of the best shows I ever saw him play!

Prince and Mavis Staples, friendship and beautiful music

Prince and Mavis Staples - July 27, 1988 (youtube.com)

In 1987 Mavis Staples signed a deal with Paisley Park Records. It resulted in two beautiful albums, on which Prince spent a lot of his time and attention. A look back on a unique friendship.

Prince and Mavis Staples – God Is Alive

Prince and Mavis Staples - God Is Alive (youtube.com)

In 1988 Prince and Mavis Staples recorded an unreleased song: God Is Alive. read the story and see the video here.

When Doves Cry: the best song of all time turns 40

Prince And The Revolution - When Doves Cry (single and maxi-single) (pinterest.com/store.prince.com)

On May 16, 1984 When Doves Cry was released. The first single of the upcoming Purple Rain album (and movie). Prince’s genius was about to conquer the world.