1991 Oct 1: Diamonds and Pearls Era

Released in Europe on 1 March 1993, the album includes the Prince‑written instrumental “Sunday Afternoon,” re‑recorded by Candy Dulfer’s band.

Prince’s shimmering love ballad and a highlight of the Diamonds And Pearls era. RELEASE DETAILS Date: November 25, 1991 Catalogue: 7-19083 (US 7"), W0075 (UK 7"), W0075T (UK 12"), W0075CDX (UK CD Holographic) + others Format: 7" Single, 12" Single, CD Single, Cassette Single, Promo Country: United States / United Kingdom / Europe Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Records Album: Diamonds And Pearls (1991) A-Side: Diamonds And Pearls THE STORY Released on November 25, 1991, Di

This specially-priced maxi-single was the second release from the Diamonds and Pearls album, showcasing the full energy of Prince and the New Power Generation during their peak commercial period. Artist: Prince and the New Power Generation Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Date: November 4, 1991 Catalogue: 0-40197 Format: 12" Maxi-Single Country: USA Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince and the New Power Generation TRACK LIST Side A Cream (Album Version) (4:12) Cream (N.P.

This promotional 12" single was released on the same day as the “Cream” maxi-single, continuing the rollout for the Diamonds and Pearls album and showcasing the sensual, downtempo side of Prince and the New Power Generation’s sound. Artist: Prince and the New Power Generation Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Date: November 4, 1991 Catalogue: PRO-A-5141 Format: Promo 12" Single Country: US TRACK LIST Side A Insatiable (Edit) (4:01) Side B Insatiable (Album Version) (6:37) LI

Translated and original, three-page German-language feature in Musik Express / Sounds where Prince “lifts the veil” in a rare candid interview, discussing his music, sexuality, control, and personal life during the Diamonds and Pearls era. PUBLICATION: Date: November 1991 Country: Germany Title: MUSIK EXPRESS / SOUNDS Pages: 3-page spread (pp. 38–40) Headline: “ER SPRICHT” (He Speaks) Sub-head: “Prince lüftet den Schleier” (Prince lifts the veil) THE STORY The article feature

A striking 1991 Italian music magazine cover story titled “The New Prince,” capturing Prince during his early 1990s creative renaissance, just before the full symbol era and the release of Diamonds and Pearls. Publication: Ciao 2001 Date: October 15, 1991 Country: Italy Section / Pages: Cover Story Title: The New Prince THE STORY The cover features Prince in a glossy black leather jacket with the Love Symbol on the back, wearing sunglasses and gloves in a powerful, cinematic

Major October 1991 cover story and exclusive interview in Sky Magazine (UK) featuring Prince during the Diamonds and Pearls era — one of his rare in-depth interviews where he opens up about his music, Paisley Park, and creative process. PUBLICATION: Date: October 1991 Country: United Kingdom Title: SKY MAGAZINE Cover Story: “Prince talks! a Sky Magazine exclusive” Feature Title: CREAM TEASE THE STORY Sky Magazine secured a rare interview with Prince at Paisley Park. The cover

Diamonds and Pearls is Prince’s thirteenth studio album and the first to officially credit his new backing band, The New Power Generation. Released in October 1991, it marked a vibrant return to form with a mix of funky, danceable tracks and soulful ballads. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince and The New Power Generation Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Records Date: October 1, 1991 Catalogue: 9 25379-1 Format: LP Country: United States (worldwide release) THE STORY Diamonds an

Full-page color advertisement for Martika’s highly anticipated second album Martika’s Kitchen, featuring bold pop-art design and promoting the smash hit single “Love… Thy Will Be Done”. PUBLICATION: Date: October 1991 Country: United Kingdom Title: SKY MAGAZINE Section: Full-page advertisement (appears in the same issue as the major Prince “Cream Tease” cover story & interview) THE STORY The striking ad uses a vibrant, cubist/pop-art collage style with geometric shapes, a sty

Fans expressed disappointment but praised Prince’s personal message Industry commentary highlighted the scale and complexity of the planned event The cancellation became one of the most notable aborted shows of Prince’s 1990s touring history