1994 August 15: Come Era

Blankman is the official soundtrack to the 1994 superhero comedy film starring Damon Wayans. It features the New Power Generation (with Prince) performing the track Super Hero (featuring The Steeles). RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Various Artists (Prince / New Power Generation) Label: Epic Soundtrax / Sony Music Format: CD, MC (Cassette) Country: Worldwide Released: 9 August 1994 Genre: Funk, R&B, Hip-Hop, Soul Length: 48:45 THE STORY A fun, upbeat soundtrack mixing hip-hop, R&B, a

A major world-exclusive cover story and in-depth interview in Vibe magazine where Prince (O(+>) finally breaks his long silence, speaking candidly about his name change, identity, the Warner Bros. battle, and his vast unreleased music. PUBLICATION Publication: Vibe Magazine Date: August 1994 Country: United States Section / Pages: Front Cover + Multi-page Feature Title: ♫ Breaks the Silence THE STORY This powerful Vibe cover features a striking close-up portrait of Prince in

Neo Manifesto is a 36‑page, full‑colour paperback published by Paisley Park Enterprises in 1994. The book presents a curated collection of photographs taken by French photographer Claude Gassian during the Act II era in 1993, paired with selected Prince lyrics. The imagery is enhanced through design and photo manipulation by Paisley Park, Jeff Munson, and Charles Hermes, giving the book a distinct visual identity aligned with Prince’s early‑1990s aesthetic. Across its pages,

A dramatic cover story from the Manchester Evening News Magazine exploring Prince’s (O(+>) enigmatic persona, his name change, and the surrounding media frenzy during the height of his Symbol era. PUBLICATION Publication: Manchester Evening News Magazine Date: July 6, 1994 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover + Feature Title: Clone Prince and the Court Jesters THE STORY This striking cover features a close-up of Prince with dramatic lighting and hands framing

A major seven-page world exclusive interview in Q Magazine where Prince (O(+>) declares “I am normal!” while opening up about identity, freedom, spirituality, and his ongoing battle with Warner Bros. PUBLICATION Publication: Q Magazine Date: July 1994 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover + 7-page feature Title: “I am normal!” / Prince Talks To Q THE STORY This landmark Q Magazine cover and extensive interview features Prince in a striking close-up portrait we

A bold and visually striking cover story in European magazine Max featuring an exclusive encounter with Prince (O(+>), capturing his enigmatic Symbol-era persona in dramatic fashion photography and in-depth interview. PUBLICATION Publication: Max Magazine Date: July 1994 Country: Germany / Italy (European Edition) Section / Pages: Front Cover + 5-page feature Title: Die Sensation. / Prince (Symbolo) Interview THE STORY This eye-catching July 1994 issue of Max features Prince

Local coverage of the chaotic opening night of Prince’s new South Beach nightclub Glam Slam, which drew nearly 3,000 people and caused significant traffic and noise issues. Publication: The Miami Herald Date: Sunday, June 12, 1994 Country: United States Location: Miami, Florida Section: Local News THE STORY The article reports that almost 3,000 people crowded inside and outside Glam Slam (located at 1233 Washington Ave., former site of the Paragon) for its grand opening on T

The Miami Herald Columnist Leonard Pitts Jr. criticizes the chaotic scene at Prince’s Glam Slam grand opening in South Beach, calling it a dangerous failure of crowd control that should serve as a wake-up call for the city. Publication: The Miami Herald Date: Saturday, June 11, 1994 Country: United States Location: Miami, Florida Section: Local News / Opinion (Page 7G) THE STORY Leonard Pitts Jr. describes the disastrous opening night of Prince’s new club Glam Slam on June 7,

A review of Prince’s new interactive CD-ROM Prince Interactive, released to coincide with his 36th birthday on June 7, praising its ambition while noting its limitations as a game. Publication: The Miami Herald Date: Saturday, June 11, 1994 Country: United States Location: Miami, Florida Section: Entertainment / Review (Page 98) THE STORY David Hawley reviews Prince Interactive ($59.95), a groundbreaking CD-ROM that uses Prince’s custom symbol font as its central element. The

Tara Solomon’s “Queen of the Night” party column recaps the star-studded and chaotic grand opening of Prince’s new South Beach nightclub Glam Slam on Tuesday, June 7, including his birthday performance and celebrity guest sightings. Publication: The Miami Herald Date: Friday, June 10, 1994 Country: United States Location: Miami, Florida Section: Weekend / Party Planner (17G / 19G) THE STORY Tara Solomon’s “Queen of the Night” column recaps the star-studded grand opening of Pr