In 1989 Prince planned to do things a bit more releaxed, until he received a phone call from the producers of a movie. He couldn’t resist. The story behind the hit record Batman!
Tag: Prince
Jun 07 2019
Prince offers direction and instructions on Originals
Today, June 7th, 2019, the posthumous Originals by Prince was released on Tidal. The physical release is due within two weeks from now. Nevertheless, a review is available now!
May 27 2019
5 years ago I witnessed Prince live for the very last time, in Antwerp
5 years ago I witnessed Prince for the very last time in concert, in Antwerp. Once again, it was an unforgettable night in the presence of the genius hailing from Minneapolis. A look back at a fantastic concert!
May 16 2019
The release of the best single of all time: When Doves Cry
In 1984 I was introduced to the true genius of Prince. There is a life before and after When Doves Cry. Tribute to the best single of all time!
Apr 20 2019
Prince steps back into the limelight: Musicology
After years of obscurity Prince wanted to step back into the limelight. He wrote a hit album, organized a successful tour and 2004 was his come back year. Veni, vidi, vici!
Mar 29 2019
Prince – The Chocolate Invasion & The Slaughterhouse: ‘File under P’?
On March 29th, 2004, Prince released two compilation albums, availaible exclusively to members of the NPG Music Club. A look back at two forgotten releases in Prince’s rich body of work.
Mar 24 2019
Prince – The Lotusflow3r three album set
In 2009 Prince released a new album: in normal Prince fashion this was no ordinary release: Lotusflow3r, three albums in one.
Mar 24 2019
Prince – Commercial for the Lotusflow3r three album set
This article contains the American video commercial for the Prince Lotusflow3r three cd set, which was sold exclusively at Target.
Mar 15 2019
Prince at the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame: the guitar solo
On March 15th, 2004, Prince was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. The ceremony ended with While My Guitar Gently Weeps. Prince played circles around everyone and delivered an epic guitar solo.
Mar 02 2019
The birth of the best song of all time: When Doves Cry
35 years ago Prince started recording his masterpiece all by himself: When Doves Cry. The story behind the best single of all time, day by day.
Feb 10 2019
New photo’s Prince & The Revolution Live 1986
An A Pop Life exclusive. Twenty photos, which have never been published before, of Prince & The Revolution live in Ahoy Rotterdam in 1986!
Jan 13 2019
1984, the best year for pop music?
5 years ago 1984 was proclaimed to be the best year for pop music. Indeed, the year did spawn many great albums. But was it all really that special?
Dec 29 2018
Closing of 2018
Closing of 2018. What was good? What wasn’t? What were the main events? What blog stories were favorite? A look back at 2018.
Sep 21 2018
Prince – Piano & A Microphone 1983
The first real release after Prince’s demise, the Estate delivers Piano & A Microphone 1983, whose recordings have been available for years amongst collectors. A good idea?
Sep 09 2018
30 years ago, the most special show I ever witnessed
Today, 30 years ago, I witnessed the most special show in my life. Prince played in Dortmund to a predominantly Dutch crowd. The show was broadcast simultaneously!
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