Dirty Mind Album (October 8, 1980)

A report in The Atlanta Voice highlighting the strong, enthusiastic reception Prince received during his first European tour in support of Dirty Mind, with major UK music papers and audiences praising his outrageous sexual frankness, multi-instrumental talent, and electrifying live performances. Publication: The Atlanta Voice Date: Saturday, July 25, 1981 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment Title: Prince Hailed In Europe THE STORY The article details Prince’

Prince released the non-album track “Gotta Stop (Messin' About)” as a UK single on June 12, 1981, backed with “Uptown”. It was issued in multiple configurations but failed to chart despite heavy promotion. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" / 12" Vinyl Single Country: United Kingdom Released: June 26, 1981 Genre: Funk, Rock, New Wave A-Side: “Gotta Stop (Messin' About)” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince B-Side: “Uptown” Written by: Prin

Sounds Music Paper (UK) published a full-page ad promoting the debut release of the non-album track “Gotta Stop (Messin' About),” which also featured promotion for the album Dirty Mind. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" / 12" Vinyl Single Country: United Kingdom Released: June 12, 1981 Genre: Funk, Rock, New Wave A-Side: “Gotta Stop (Messin' About)” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince B-Side: “Uptown” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prin

In-depth 1981 Melody Maker feature with Steve Sutherland interviewing the rising star Prince, capturing him during the early breakthrough period of his career. PUBLICATION: Date: June 6, 1981 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Full Feature Title: Some day your Prince will come THE STORY Steve Sutherland sits down with Prince for a revealing conversation covering his music, influences, stage persona, and rapid rise. The piece explores Prince’s multi-instrumental talents,

Iconic 1981 NME cover story on Prince during his Dirty Mind era, coinciding with his first-ever European tour, including the legendary show at London’s Lyceum on June 2. PUBLICATION: Date: June 6, 1981 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Cover + Multi-Page Feature Title: Half a million dirty minds can’t be wrong about this man THE STORY New Musical Express puts Prince on the cover with a striking portrait as he promotes his groundbreaking Dirty Mind album. The in-depth f

Bold 1981 cover story and in-depth interview with Prince in Black Echoes, during the height of his controversial Dirty Mind era. PUBLICATION: Date: June 6, 1981 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Cover + Interior Feature Title: Digging the dirt with Prince / Dirty Mind Games THE STORY Black Echoes puts Prince on the cover with a striking, provocative photo of him shirtless in bed wearing a chain. Inside, journalist Stephanie Calman conducts a candid interview exploring

John Coldstream reviews Prince’s first London performance at the Lyceum, expressing disappointment that the gap between the young Minneapolis artist’s considerable pre-show hype and his actual stage delivery was unusually wide. Publication: The Daily Telegraph Date: Thursday, June 4, 1981 Country: United Kingdom Section: Rock Byline: By John Coldstream THE STORY The review describes Prince’s entrance with bandmates Dez Dickerson and André Cymone (spelled Samone in the article

Prince’s historic debut performance in the United Kingdom at the Lyceum Ballroom on June 2, 1981 — a pivotal, under-attended but legendary show during the Dirty Mind era that marked his first breakthrough with British audiences and the music industry. EVENT DETAILS: Date: Tuesday, June 2, 1981 Venue: Lyceum Ballroom, The Strand, London Promoter: Alec Leslie Presents Ticket Price: £3.00 Attendance: Sparse (mostly music industry professionals – a few hundred people) Tour: Dirty

Extensive June 1981 cover feature and in-depth interview with Prince in New York Rocker, one of the most detailed early profiles exploring his background, creative process, Dirty Mind album, and rising stardom. PUBLICATION: Date: June 1981 Country: United States Section / Pages: Cover + Multiple Interior Pages (4+ pages) Title: PRINCE: Body & Soul / DIRTY MIND COMES CLEAN THE STORY New York Rocker dedicated its cover and a large feature to Prince, with a striking black-and-wh

Prince released the non-album track “Gotta Stop (Messin' About)” as a UK single on May 29, 1981, backed with “I Wanna Be Your Lover”. The striking zebra-print sleeve and multiple formats made it a notable release despite it failing to chart. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" / 12" Vinyl Single Country: United Kingdom Released: May 29, 1981 Genre: Funk, Rock, Minneapolis Sound A-Side: “Gotta Stop (Messin' About)” Written by: Prince Produced