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A powerful new celebration of Prince’s music and legacy is coming to Europe this summer. Featuring Liv Warfield, Ida Nielsen (former Prince bassist), The Legacy of Prince promises to deliver an unforgettable night of hits, deep cuts, and pure Purple energy. Liv Warfield & Ida Nielsen shared the following message: “We will show you everything Prince taught us and have you discover and rediscover all the songs we all love and cherish. Expect the hits. Expect the deep cuts. Expe

A brand-new Prince compilation featuring rare and previously unreleased tracks from his legendary vault is set for release on August 28, 2026. Timeless is a 10-track collection spanning every phase of Prince’s extraordinary career, from 1977 to 2016. The album has been meticulously mastered by Grammy-nominated engineer and longtime Prince collaborator Chris James (known for work on HITnRUN Phase Two, Art Official Age, and Plectrumelectrum). Available Formats: Purple Marble Vi

Prince’s estate continues to generate significant revenue nearly a decade after his death, thanks to his vast music catalogue, streaming royalties, licensing deals, merchandise, and unreleased vault material. Key Facts (as of 2026): Estate Valuation: Officially settled at $156.4 million following a prolonged legal battle and IRS settlement. Death: April 21, 2016 — Prince passed away without a will, triggering one of the most complex and expensive celebrity estate battles in m

Even a decade after his passing, Prince’s music, vault releases, and cultural influence continue to captivate new generations and longtime fans alike. Prince may no longer be with us, but in 2026 the “purple buzz” is louder than ever. Fresh vault drops, meticulously remastered reissues, viral TikTok moments of his guitar solos, and ongoing discussions about unreleased material keep his legacy feeling remarkably current. Why He Still Resonates The Vault Keeps Giving: Expanded

started with a panel titled featuring Maya McClean, Ashley Tamar Davis, Cassandra O'Neal and the one and only Lisa Coleman. Here are some highlights

“Women of Prince’s Musical Legacy” with Maya McClean, Ashley Támar Davis, Cassandra O’Neal and the one and only Lisa Coleman! More clips coming soon! #Prince #Prince4Ever #PrinceLegacy #PrinceCelebration @prince @PaisleyPark

First Prince Album to Span Every Era of His Career, Featuring 10 Rare and Previously Unreleased Vault Recordings New Single "Stone" Out Now June 4, 2026 – Today, The Prince Estate announces the release of Timeless, a new posthumous Prince album, in partnership with Legacy Recordings, arriving August 28, 2026. Featuring 10 rare and previously unreleased recordings from Prince's legendary Vault, Timeless is the first Prince release ever curated to span every major era of his ca

Welcome to the 2026 Celebration, we are so looking forward to sharing this wonderful event with you. Across the coming days we will be sharing videos, photos and going LIVE to share this experience with purple family world wide, in-joy 💜 Love4OneAnother ALWAYS

First Avenue Kickoff Party and Maya McClean Experience Sold Out; Single Tickets Remain Available for Celebration of Life Concert, Club 3121 and Select Events City of Minneapolis Proclaims June 1–7 “Prince Celebration Week” as Fans Gather for Prince Celebration's 10th Anniversary Concert, Club 3121 and Citywide Events CeeLo Green, Meli'sa Morgan & More Headline Free Block Party and Inaugural Prince Sing-Along on June 6 Prince Celebration 2026 Tops Previous Attendance Records,

Rhino Records celebrates Black Music Month with a premium Rhino Reserve reissue of The Time’s influential 1984 album Ice Cream Castle. This limited-edition 180g vinyl pressing faithfully reproduces the original Minneapolis Sound classic, featuring the smash hits “Jungle Love” and “The Bird”. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: The Time Title: Ice Cream Castle Date: June 3, 2026 Label: Warner Bros. Records / Rhino Reserve Format / Type: LP (180g Vinyl) Country: United States

A rare and exclusive Prince release, “All A Share Together Now” / “7 (E Flat Version)” was given away free to attendees of the Prince Celebration at Paisley Park (June 8–11, 2023). Presented as a cassette-shaped USB stick with custom artwork, this limited edition contains previously unreleased or rare tracks from the Prince Vault. Lyrics All A Share Together Now Uh Dig me Like father teaches Like son do With each generation The past improved Wealthy, wise & stronger still (Uh

We’ve just received the official details for the Prince Celebration 2026 Block Party — a free, all-ages outdoor event and one of the highlights of this year’s celebration. Taking place on Saturday, June 6, 2026 (one day before what would have been Prince’s 68th birthday), this massive downtown Minneapolis event will run from 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM CT at the Prince Mural (101 North 9th Street). Performers include: CeeLo Green Shelby J Kris Kollins Jada LaFrance Monique Blakey Bakk

‘1958-4EVER’ exhibit offers an intimate look at Prince’s life, legacy, and philosophy on the 10th anniversary of his passing BYLINE Nagashia Jackson | Rolling Out STORY Paisley Park, the iconic recording complex and former home of Prince Rogers Nelson, has unveiled a powerful new exhibit titled “1958 – 4EVER” to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the legendary artist’s passing. The immersive exhibition, which opened to the public on June 3, 2026, offers visitors an emotional

A star-studded 10th anniversary celebration honouring Prince’s legacy with members of The Revolution, NPG, and special guests. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Official Announcement (Paisley Park / Prince Estate) Date: May 2026 Country: United States Section / Pages: Event Announcement THE STORY The Prince Estate has announced the PRINCE CELEBRATION OF LIFE CONCERT – ICONS UNITE, a special 10th anniversary event taking place on Friday, June 5, 2026 at The Armory in Minneapolis. Th

A lavish 25-disc box set celebrating Sheena Easton’s complete singles from her EMI era is coming, featuring two legendary Prince-penned tracks. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Official Announcement (Cherry Pop) Date: Announced 2026 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: New Release THE STORY Cherry Pop will release Sheena Easton: The Singles 1980-1987, a spectacular 25CD clamshell box set compiling all of her UK and US hit singles from the 1980s. The set includes original B-sid

All three solo albums from The Time guitarist and funk powerhouse Jesse Johnson are now available together in one essential 2CD collection. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Official Release (Robinsongs) Date: May 1, 2026 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: New Release THE STORY Robinsongs has released Jesse Johnson: Jesse Johnson Revue / Shockadelica / Every Shade Of Love, a 2CD set compiling all three of his 1980s solo albums plus five bonus tracks. The collection brings tog

Bruce Springsteen closed out Stephen Colbert’s penultimate episode with a powerful performance of his protest song “Streets of Minneapolis.” SOURCE DETAILS Publication: The Late Show with Stephen Colbert / Various Reports Date: May 20, 2026 Country: United States Section / Pages: Television / Music Performance THE STORY On the second-to-last episode of The Late Show, Bruce Springsteen delivered a moving solo acoustic performance of “Streets of Minneapolis,” a song written i

Morris Day, Bootsy Collins, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis have been confirmed for Prince Celebration 2026 SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Official Prince Announcement / PrinceCelebration2026.com Date: May 2026 (announced) Country: United States Section / Pages: Event Announcement THE STORY Organizers of Prince Celebration 2026 have announced a star-studded lineup of special guests and panelists. Iconic funk legends Morris Day and Bootsy Collins will appear, along with Jimmy Jam & Terry

A major announcement for the 10th Anniversary Celebration of Life concert honoring the legacy of Prince. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Official Prince / @prince_announcements announcement Date: May 2026 (announced) Country: United States Event Date: Friday, June 5, 2026 THE STORY Prince fans are invited to celebrate the legacy of the iconic artist at the 10th Anniversary Celebration of Life concert on Friday, June 5, 2026 at The Armory in Minneapolis. For one special night, mem

LOS ANGELES — Prince fans worldwide are bracing for a major release from the vault. According to L. Londell McMillan, the attorney who helped build and protect Prince’s legacy, a full album of previously unreleased original material will arrive this summer — marking the most significant posthumous release since the artist’s passing in 2016. McMillan told The Scoop that the project will feature more than eight new tracks, possibly forming a double album. “We’re going to have n

Prince Celebration 2026: Tickets Now On Sale for the 10‑Year Celebration of Life 📅 Posted April 9, 2026 – 5:40 PM Paisley Park has officially opened ticket sales for Prince Celebration 2026, marking a historic milestone — the 10‑Year Celebration of Life. Fans from around the world will gather once again to honor Prince’s music, artistry, and enduring legacy. Early Bird tickets sold out rapidly, and the Estate extended its appreciation to fans for their patience as ticketing

Prince’s original white lace ensemble — preserved at Paisley Park — remains one of the most defining silhouettes of the Purple Rain era. The high‑collared ruffled shirt and tailored trousers capture the theatrical precision and gender‑fluid elegance that reshaped pop culture in 1984. Standing under soft purple light, the outfit still radiates the electricity of the tour that changed everything.

Prince’s “Baltimore” released as an exclusive limited 7" vinyl single in Germany, available only as a covermount with the March 2026 issue of Musikexpress magazine. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Prince Title: Baltimore Date: February 13, 2026 Label: NPG Records / Legacy Recordings Format / Type: Vinyl, 7", Single, Magazine Covermount Country: Germany Catalogue: None (exclusive) TRACK LIST Side A Baltimore (4:33) Side B Stare (3:45) THE STORY Ten years after Prince’s p