Eric Leeds: Sax in the Storm

Eric Leeds was Prince’s definitive sax voice, shaping the sleek, jazz‑infused edge of the mid‑’80s and NPG eras. Introduced during Purple Rain sessions and rising to prominence on The Family and Parade, he became central to the Paisley Park sound. His sharp, melodic lines powered Madhouse, the Sign O’ the Times band, and countless studio sessions, making him one of Prince’s most essential collaborators.

Eric Leeds (Prince’s Premier Saxophonist & Jazz Voice)

The talented saxophonist who brought sophisticated jazz and funk textures to Prince’s music throughout the mid-1980s and beyond, becoming one of his most enduring musical collaborators. OVERVIEW Eric Leeds (born January 19, 1952) is an American tenor and alto saxophonist known primarily for his extensive work with Prince. He contributed a distinctive horn sound that blended jazz improvisation with Prince’s funk, rock, and pop sensibilities. Brother of Prince’s longtime tour

Eric Leeds: Sax in the Storm