Prince Album (October 19, 1979)

“Bambi” is a rare international single release from Prince’s self-titled second album. It was issued as the A-side in only two countries and highlighted Prince’s emerging rock guitar style. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Belgium (also Barbados) Released: September 27 1980 Genre: Rock, Funk, R&B A-Side: “Bambi” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince Arranged by: Prince B-Side: “Still Waiting (Edit)” THE STORY “Bambi

A rare, intimate early interview with 21-year-old Prince as he began to capture the hearts of a new generation of fans. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Right On! Date: August1980 Country: United States Section / Pages: Main Feature THE STORY This in-depth profile by Cynthia Horner presents Prince as both a musical genius and an enigmatic personality. The article explores his self-produced debut album For You, his multi-instrumental talent, his reluctance to discuss his personal l

Feature profile on Prince ahead of his concert with Rick James at the Mid-South Coliseum. The 19-year-old Minneapolis artist is highlighted as a self-produced wunderkind with major crossover success via “I Wanna Be Your Lover.” Publication: The Memphis Press-Scimitar Date: Friday, April 18, 1980 Country: United States Section: Entertainment / Record Review & Preview Byline: Bill E. Burk, Press-Scimitar Record Reviewer THE STORY The article portrays Prince as a shy, enigmatic

“Sexy Dancer” is the sixth worldwide single by Prince, released exclusively in the UK and Japan. It is a high-energy funk track from his self-titled second album Prince (1979) RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: UK Released: 11 April 1980 Genre: Funk, Disco A-Side: “Sexy Dancer” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince Arranged by: Prince B-Side: “Bambi” THE STORY “Sexy Dancer” was released on April 11 1980 as Prince’s six

INTRO LINE: “Sexy Dancer” was released in Japan with “Why You Wanna Treat Me So Bad?” as the B-side. This was one of only two territories (UK and Japan) where the single was commercially issued. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Japan Released: April - 11 - 1980 A-Side: “Sexy Dancer” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince Arranged by: Prince B-Side: “Why You Wanna Treat Me So Bad?” Written by: Prince Produced by: Princ

"Still Waiting" is the third single from Prince’s self-titled second album Prince. It was his first ballad released as a single. A-Side: Still Waiting (Edit) (3:48) Catalogue #: US: WBS 49226 RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: USA Released: 25 March 1980 Genre: Funk, R&B A-Side: Still Waiting (Edit) (3:48) B-Side: Bambi (4:22) Catalogue #: US: WBS 49226 US Variants (Full Track Listings) 7" Commercial Single (WBS 492

They’re calling him the next Stevie Wonder, and perhaps with a good reason. The singer-composer known simply as Prince appears to be on his way to becoming the biggest solo solo artist in years.

"I Wanna Be Your Lover" is the lead single from Prince’s self-titled second album Prince. This 1980 international release helped extend the song’s global success following its strong US performance. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Germany Released: 15 February 1980 Genre: Funk, R&B, Disco Length: 2:57 (Edit) A-Side: I Wanna Be Your Lover (Edit) (2:57) B-Side: My Love Is Forever (4:08) Catalogue #: Germany: WB 17560 I

Michael Anthony reviews Prince’s hometown launch of his 1980 tour at the Orpheum Theater in Minneapolis. The 20-year-old singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist — already generating buzz with two Warner Bros. albums and the hit single “I Wanna Be Your Lover” — delivered a flashy 75-minute set showcasing his emerging star power. Publication: Minneapolis Star and Tribune (Minneapolis Tribune) Date: Monday, February 11, 1980 Country: United States Section: Entertainment /

A glowing hometown concert review in The Minneapolis Star by Jon Bream praising 20-year-old Prince’s performance at the Orpheum Theater, calling him a captivating, exciting, and commanding entertainer with star potential as he prepares for his first major national tour. Publication: The Minneapolis Star Date: Monday, February 11, 1980 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment / Concert Review Title: Home-grown Prince: On way to stardom? THE STORY Jon Bream reviews