1999 November 9: Rave Era

This promotional CD single was the second radio-focused release from Prince O(+>’s 1999 album Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic, highlighting two different edits of the powerful title track. Artist: Prince O(+> Label: Arista / NPG Records Date: Early 2000 Catalogue: ARPCD-3830 Format: Promo CD Single (Standard Jewel Case) Country: USA A-Side: “Man'O'War” (Radio Edit Without Guitar Solo) (3:56) Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince Man'O'War (Radio Edit Without Guitar Solo) (3:56) M

Rave In2 The Joy Fantastic is a companion remix album to Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic, released exclusively to NPG Music Club members. It features remixes, extended versions, and one new track while maintaining a similar flow to its predecessor. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince (as ) Label: NPG Records Catalogue: 85337 20002 Format: CD (NPG Music Club exclusive) Country: Worldwide Released: April 30, 2001 Genre: Rock, Funk / Soul, Pop Length: 64:09 THE STORY This remix companion

U Make My Sunshine is a fascinating snapshot of Prince’s early‑2000s digital experimentation — a warm, gospel‑soul duet wrapped in puzzles, fan‑driven distribution, and the chaotic freedom of open licensing. Angie Stone’s presence adds emotional depth, while the B‑side’s social commentary nods to the Staple Singers’ legacy. Though modest in chart performance, the single remains a cult favourite for its rarity, its aborted album connection, and its place in Prince’s evolving o

Cybersingle was first offered as a free MP3 download on July 14, 2000 via NPGOnlineLtd.com, following a 1:04 teaser excerpt streamed on the site since June 1. Arriving just weeks after Prince officially reclaimed his birth name on June 30, 2000, the track was still released under the Love Symbol moniker because it had been recorded earlier that spring. The release marked one of Prince’s earliest experiments with large‑scale digital distribution, giving fans direct access to n

David Bowie wins top honors at the third annual Yahoo! Internet Life Online Music Awards at Studio 54, while Prince receives recognition for his Internet‑only single “One Song.” Publication: Statesville Record and Landmark Date: Wednesday, July 26, 2000 Country: USA THE STORY The article reports on the third annual Yahoo! Internet Life Online Music Awards, held at Studio 54 in New York. Singer David Bowie received the Online Pioneer of the Year Award, and his website BowieNet

The June 15, 2000 edition of The Duluth News Tribune features a review of a Prince concert during the Celebration event, describing it as more of a chaotic party and extended jam session than a traditional show, perfectly capturing the freewheeling spirit of the gathering. Publication: The Duluth News Tribune Date: June 15, 2000 Country: United States Location: Duluth, Minnesota Section: Entertainment / Concert Review THE STORY Reviewer Josh D. Dickey recounts the energetic,

The June 15, 2000 edition of the Star Tribune features Jon Bream’s review of Prince’s intense hometown show during “Prince’s Celebration,” describing a sprawling, high-energy jam session that thrilled over 5,000 fans at Northrop Auditorium. Publication: Star Tribune Date: June 15, 2000 Country: United States Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Section: Music Review THE STORY The review details Prince’s masterful three-hour performance, blending funk, spirituality, and nostalgia

Rave Un2 The Year 2000 is Prince’s electrifying live concert home video capturing a special New Year’s Eve 1999 performance (filmed December 18, 1999 at Paisley Park Studios). RELEASE DETAILS Artist: O(+> Label: Eagle Vision Date: June 5, 2000 (Europe) / Early Spring 2006 (re-release) Catalogue: EREDV121 (UK DVD) / ID9723ER (US DVD) / others Format: DVD / VHS Country: United Kingdom / Europe / USA CONTEXT & NOTES Directed by Geoff Wonfor, the footage originated from the pay-p

This UK promotional CDr is a 4-track radio edit-focused version of the lead single from Prince O(+>’s 1999 album Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic. Artist: Prince O(+> Label: Arista / NPG Records Date: February 14, 2000 Catalogue: none Format: CDr Promo (Slimline Jewel Case) Country: UK Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince TRACK LIST The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Radio Edit w/Eve Rap) (4:36) The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Jason Nevins Remix Edit) (3:52) The Greatest Romance Eve

This UK promotional 12" focuses exclusively on the Jason Nevins remixes of the lead single from Prince O(+>’s 1999 album Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic. Artist: Prince O(+> Label: Arista / NPG Records Date: February 14, 2000 Catalogue: ARDP-3783 Format: Promo 12" Single Country: UK Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince TRACK LIST UK Side A The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Jason Nevins Mixes Vocal) (6:40) The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Jason Nevins Mixes Beats) (6:47) Side B The

Come Inside A rare full‑colour promotional information booklet produced by Paisley Park Studios in Chanhassen, Minnesota — Prince’s legendary creative headquarters. This official publication showcases the studio’s architecture, interiors, and facilities through vivid photography and descriptive text. The ten‑page booklet (8.5 × 11 inches) features glossy card‑stock pages with sections on Staff & Services, Travel & Accommodations, and Studios. Each spread highlights the design

The January 2000 issue of Guitar Player Magazine features Prince on the cover under the triumphant headline “PURPLE REIGN: The King of Funk-Rock Guitar Reclaims His Crown”. Publication: Guitar Player Date: January 2000 Country: United States Location: New York Section: Front Cover THE STORY This striking cover showcases Prince in a dazzling silver sequined outfit passionately holding a blue electric guitar, celebrating his return as one of the greatest guitarists in funk-rock

The January 2000 issue of Black Diaspora Magazine features Prince on the cover under the striking headline “A NEW ERA”, marking the start of the new millennium with a powerful portrait of the artist. Publication: Black Diaspora Date: January 2000 Country: United States Location: New York Section: Front Cover THE STORY This millennium issue presents Prince as a symbol of artistic reinvention and cultural significance. The cover showcases him in a sparkling, high-collared outfi

“Has life begun again for the artist formerly known as over?”

Released in the US on November 23 1999 via Arista / NPG Records, The Greatest Romance Ever Sold was the sole single from Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic. Issued as both a CD maxi‑single and a commercial / promo 2×12", it showcased Prince’s millennial crossover ambitions: Neptunes remixes featuring Q‑Tip, club‑driven Jason Nevins versions, and two appearances from Eve. The single reached No. 63 on the Billboard Hot 100 and made strong showings across R&B and dance sales charts.

This double 12" single was the lead (and only) commercial release from Prince O(+>’s 1999 album Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic, featuring multiple high-profile remixes and guest appearances. Artist: Prince O(+> Label: Arista / NPG Records Date: November 15, 1999 Catalogue: 74321 72704 1 Format: Double 12" Single (Cardboard Slip-In Sleeve) Country: European Union / UK Genre: R&B / Hip-Hop / Funk Style: Dance / Remix Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince TRACK LIST EU/UK Vinyl One

This EU CD Single (Remix) is part of the commercial rollout for the lead single from Prince O(+>’s 1999 album Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic, featuring multiple club-oriented remixes. Artist: Prince O(+> Label: Arista / NPG Records Date: November 15, 1999 Catalogue: 74321 72704 2 Format: CD Single (Remix) Country: European Union Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince TRACK LIST The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Original Radio Edit) (4:33) The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Jason Nevin

Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic is Prince’s twenty-third studio album and the sixth released under his symbol name. It was his only album on Arista Records and features high-profile guest appearances aimed at mainstream commercial success RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince (as ) Label: NPG Records / Arista Records Catalogue: 07822-14624-1 Format: 2×LP Country: Worldwide Released: November 9, 1999 Genre: Rock, Funk / Soul, Pop Length: 69:52 THE STORY The album blends original Prince fu

The Vault... Old Friends 4 Sale is Prince’s twenty-second studio album and the final album of previously unreleased material released by Warner Bros. under his 1992 contract. It is a collection of vault tracks recorded between 1985 and 1996. A compilation of unreleased songs and alternate versions spanning over a decade, showcasing Prince’s prolific vault. Highlights include the extended “She Spoke 2 Me,” the soulful “Extraordinary,” and the playful “It’s About That Walk.” Su

Extraordinary was issued as a promo‑only single on 10 August 1999, serving as the first advance track from Prince’s 22nd full‑length album The Vault... Old Friends 4 Sale. The disc was sent to US radio stations two weeks before the album’s release and was not made commercially available. No artwork accompanied the promo. Although limited to radio promotion, the track still charted, reaching number 23 on the Billboard Adult R&B Airplay chart and number 4 on the Billboard Bubbl

This Daily News entertainment column, published on Wednesday, July 21, 1999, highlights The Artist We Still Call Prince performing at the Yahoo Internet Life Music Awards held at Studio 54 in New York. The piece describes Prince’s electrifying stage presence and the enthusiastic reaction from fans, including Foxy Brown, who attended the event. Publication: Daily News (New York, New York, USA) Date: July 21 1999 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment Column Titl

This Toronto Sun article, published on Friday, July 16, 1999, appears in the Showbiz section (page 69) under the headline “Giving Public Enemy a Bad Rap.” Written by Errol Nazareth, the piece critiques Sean “Puffy” Combs’ remix of Public Enemy’s No. 1 track, while exploring the broader state of late‑1990s hip‑hop and its commercial trends. Publication: The Toronto Sun (Toronto, Ontario, Canada) Date: July 16 1999 Country: Canada Section / Pages: Showbiz / Page 69 Title: Givi

The Hits Collection, a 61-minute compilation of fifteen music videos drawn from The Hits 1 and The Hits 2, is released on DVD for the first time, following its original 1993 VHS and Laserdisc editions. It showcases Prince’s most iconic promotional videos spanning his groundbreaking late 1970s to early 1990s era Release: Paisley Park / Warner Reprise Video Date: June 8, 1999 (DVD) Country: United States (primary) Format: DVD-V (NTSC/PAL) Catalogue: US: 38371-2 / EUR: 7599-3837

The single “1999 (The New Master)” backed with various remixes was released independently by NPG Records on February 2, 1999.