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Released (Original VHS): 6 October 1992 (USA) — NTSC, PAL Released (DVD Reissue): 22 August 2006 (USA) Length: 58 minutes Country: United States Language: English Label(s): Paisley Park / Warner Reprise Video (US) Director(s): Rebecca Blake, Spike Lee, Larry Fong, Scott McCullough, Sotera Tschetter Starring: Prince & The New Power Generation Music by: Prince Diamonds And Pearls Video Collection compiles the promotional videos from the Diamonds And Pearls album, interspersed

designed to promote The Hits 1, The Hits 2, and The Hits/The B‑Sides. Arriving three months after the compilations, this UK‑exclusive release paired the 1981 title track edit with a curated selection of deep cuts and remixes not included on the Hits sets — including The Future (Remix), Glam Slam, D.M.S.R., Anotherloverholenyohead, Paisley Park, and New Power Generation Pt. II.

A cheeky, fuzz‑rock strut backed with a powerhouse live performance from Paisley Park. RELEASE DETAILS Date: November 18, 1993 Catalogue: 7-18372 (7"), 9 18372-4 (Cassette), 9 18372-2 (CD), PRO-CD-5992 (Promo) Format: 7" Single, Cassette Single, CD Single, CD Promo Country: United States Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Records Album: The Hits 2 / The Hits / The B-Sides (1993) A-Side: Peach THE STORY Released on November 18, 1993 in the United States, Peach served as a key

Peach was released in the UK on October 4, 1993 across multiple formats — CD (Parts 1 & 2), 7-inch vinyl, cassette, and 12-inch — on Warner Bros. / Paisley Park. A previously unreleased track recorded at Olympic Studios in London during the 1992 Diamonds and Pearls tour, it became the flagship single promoting The Hits 2 and The Hits/The B‑Sides. With its snarling guitar tone, Michael Bland’s thunderous

A groundbreaking, computer-interface styled mail-order catalogue from Prince’s New Power Generation, showcasing his expanding multimedia empire of music, fashion, and merchandise during the early Symbol era. PUBLICATION Publication: NPG (New Power Generation) Official Catalogue Date: Fall/Winter 1993 (Volume 1) Country: United States Section / Pages: Full Multi-Page Catalogue Title: NPG Catalogue – Fall/Winter ’93 THE STORY This innovative catalogue is designed like an early-

A striking cover story from Satellite Times magazine featuring an exclusive interview with Prince, promoted as a major highlight alongside a competition to win a fairytale trip to see him perform in Paris. PUBLICATION Publication: Satellite Times Date: July 1993 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover Title: Prince Talks! / Win a Fairytale Trip to See Prince THE STORY This vibrant cover features a close-up portrait of Prince with dramatic lighting and his hand ne

The Hits 2 is the second volume of Prince’s official greatest hits compilation, released simultaneously with The Hits 1. It focuses on more explicit material and includes two previously unreleased tracks: “Peach” and “Pope.” RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records / Paisley Park Catalogue: 9362-45432-1 (LP) Format: 2×LP, Compilation Country: Germany / Worldwide Released: September 13, 1993 (UK) / September 14, 1993 (USA) THE STORY This compilation brings to

The Hits 1 is the first volume of Prince’s official greatest hits compilation, gathering 18 essential tracks spanning his career from 1978 to 1993. Released in 1993, it includes major hits alongside two previously unreleased songs. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records / Paisley Park Catalogue: 9362-45431-1 Format: 2×LP, Compilation Country: Germany Released: 1993 September 13 1993 (UK) September 14 1993 (USA) THE STORY The album blends R&B, funk, pop, ro

The Hits / The B-Sides is a 3-disc career retrospective box set by Prince, released simultaneously with the individual The Hits 1 and The Hits 2 compilations. Disc 3, titled The B-Sides, collects 20 rare tracks including 18 previously released B-sides, one obscure track, and one brand new song..” RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records / Paisley Park Catalogue: 9362-45440-2 Format: 3×CD Box Set, Compilation Country: Worldwide Released: September 13, 1993 (U

Gold N is the first “solo” album by the New Power Generation, released independently on NPG Records. A raw, funky, and playful project led by Tony M. with significant uncredited input from Prince. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: New Power Generation Label: NPG Records Format: CD (limited retail & concert sales) Country: Worldwide (primarily sold at concerts and NPG stores) Released: 31 August 1993 (first available at Act II tour concerts) Genre: Funk, Hip-Hop, R&B Length: 46:48 (1st

The Voice is the eighth solo studio album by Mavis Staples, and her second and final release on Paisley Park Records. It is also her second album to feature creative contributions from Prince, who wrote eight of the twelve tracks. Prince also performed on several tracks, while Ricky Peterson produced the five newly written Prince compositions and added production to the vault track A Man Called Jesus. The album blends newly recorded material with earlier Prince‑related tracks

Event: Glam Slam Ulysses was a 1993 stage production loosely inspired by Homer’s Odyssey. Combining live performance and video, it was advertised as “The Homer‑Erotic Odyssey of Ulysses and His Gang, ‘Strays of the World’, Through the Universe of Glam Slam,” presented in “Glam‑o‑Rama” and featuring “13 new songs.” Each song represented an episode or theme from Homer’s epic. The production premiered on 21 August 1993 at Glam Slam, Los Angeles, California, with a capacity of

Here It Is is the debut solo album by gospel/pop singer Jevetta Steele (who also sings with The Steeles), and was released in France in May 1991. The album contained And How and Skip 2 My U My Darling (containing writing and musical input by Prince), as well as Calling You (which had been included in the movie Bagdad Cafe and later gained more attention when George Michael included it on his bestselling Five Live EP). Prince’s contributions were recorded at distinct times. An

A vibrant festival program cover featuring Prince as the headliner for the MF Music Festival 93, presented by Capital 95.8 FM and Coca-Cola, promoting the world’s biggest music festival in London PUBLICATION Publication: MF Music Festival 93 (Capital FM Festival Guide) Date: 1993 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover Title: Prince headlines the world’s biggest music festival THE STORY This eye-catching cover features a dynamic live shot of Prince performing in

Raw footage from a special studio jam session filmed on June 14, 1993 at Paisley Park Studios featuring Prince’s powerful “power trio” lineup, later released as the 40-minute home video The Undertaker with added narrative elements starring Vanessa Marcil. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Prince Title: The Undertaker Date: Filmed June 14, 1993 (Released March 6, 1995) Label: Warner Music Vision Format / Type: VHS Home Video (PAL) Country: United Kingdom / Europe Catalogue

A mention in the Star Tribune’s “Quick spins” column noting the Joffrey Ballet’s upcoming performances set to Prince’s music, while humorously referencing his recent name change. Publication: Star Tribune Date: June 11, 1993 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment / Quick spins column Title: Quick spins THE STORY The short paragraph announces that the Joffrey Ballet will present a week of performances titled “Billboards,” set to music by Prince (or “whatever his

A opinion column in the St. Cloud Times reacting to Prince’s recent name change to the Love Symbol, questioning the practicality of such unconventional names while acknowledging the broader cultural discussion around identity. Publication: St. Cloud Times Date: June 10, 1993 Country: United States Section / Pages: Opinion / Editorial Title: Names should be functional THE STORY The column discusses Prince’s decision to adopt the unpronounceable symbol as his name, using it as

An article reporting on Prince’s decision to change his name to the unpronounceable Love Symbol, published days after his 35th birthday. Publication: The Albert Lea Tribune Date: June 9, 1993 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment News Title: Prince changes name, but can’t speak it THE STORY The piece explains that Prince no longer wants to be referred to by his birth name and will now be known by the symbol that combines male and female signs. It notes that th

A article from the St. Cloud Times reporting on Prince’s name change to the Love Symbol and his separation from the New Power Generation, published days after his 35th birthday. Publication: St. Cloud Times Date: June 9, 1993 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment News Title: Prince of Paisley Park now the Cities Cipher THE STORY The article announces that Prince has changed his name to the stylized symbol combining male and female signs, which also titles his

RELEASE DETAILS Artist: The Steeles Label: Elektra Records / Nonesuch Date: June 8, 1993 Catalogue: US: 9 61290-2 / GER: 7559-61290-2 Format: CD Country: United States (primary) THE STORY Heaven Help Us All is the debut studio album by the Minneapolis-based gospel group The Steeles (comprised of siblings Fred, JD, Jearlyn, Jevetta, and Billy Steele). The album blends contemporary gospel with soulful R&B elements and features the Prince-penned track “Well Done,” a powerful, u

An article from the Post-Bulletin reporting on Prince’s dramatic name change to the unpronounceable Love Symbol and his decision to part ways with the New Power Generation, published shortly after his 35th birthday. THE STORY The article explains that Prince no longer wishes to be known by his birth name and will now be referred to by the symbol that combines male and female signs. It also announces his separation from the New Power Generation (while noting future collaborati

An article reporting on Prince’s name change to the Love Symbol and his decision to break with the New Power Generation, published shortly after his 35th birthday. Publication: Duluth News-Tribune Date: June 9, 1993 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment / News Title: Prince changes THE STORY The article announces that Prince no longer wishes to be called by his birth name and will now be referred to by his unpronounceable Love Symbol. It also notes his separat

A June 7, 1993 feature in the Star Tribune marking Prince’s 35th birthday, reflecting on his career, public image, and pondering what the next chapter might hold for the artist. Publication: Star Tribune Date: June 7, 1993 Country: United States Section / Pages: Feature / Entertainment Title: HAPPY BIRTHDAY: FACE THE MUSIC THE STORY The article discusses Prince turning 35 and questions whether he is entering “middle age.” It explores his recent comments about possibly quittin

A detailed June 9, 1993 Star Tribune article covering Prince’s official name change to the Love Symbol and his separation from the New Power Generation, published on the occasion of his 35th birthday. Publication: Star Tribune Date: June 9, 1993 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment / News Title: What’s his name leaves his band, old self behind THE STORY The article reports that Prince has changed his name to the stylized symbol combining male and female signs