Press (Magazines, Innerviews)

A major retrospective article in The Log Cabin Democrat (June 28, 2025) examining famous music projects that were planned, recorded, or completed but ultimately scrapped or shelved, with prominent coverage of Prince’s legendary “The Black Album” as a central example of a finished work that was deliberately withheld. Publication: The Log Cabin Democrat Date: June 28, 2025 Country: United States Section: Entertainment / Music History THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The featur

A thoughtful retrospective article from The Daily Advocate (June 27, 2025) examining famous unreleased or scrapped music projects, with a significant focus on Prince’s legendary “The Black Album” as a prime example of a completed work that was ultimately shelved. Publication: The Daily Advocate Date: June 27, 2025 Country: United States Section: Entertainment / Music History Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The piece explores the phenomenon of ambitious music project

The June 14, 2025 edition of the Star Tribune features a heartfelt recollection by J.D. Steele of the Steeles about taking his 7-year-old son Jason to see Prince perform at the Mill City Music Festival in downtown Minneapolis in 1998. Publication: Star Tribune Date: June 14, 2025 Country: United States Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Section: Feature / Local Music Memory THE STORY J.D. Steele shares the story of bringing his son Jason backstage during Prince’s performance at

The July 31, 2024 edition of The Duluth News-Tribune reports that Prince was posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at a special event in Minneapolis following a screening of Purple Rain. Publication: The Duluth News-Tribune Date: July 31, 2024 Country: United States The article states that Prince fans received a long-awaited surprise on Saturday at Target Center after a screening of Purple Rain. Prince’s sister Sharon Nelson accepted the honor at the event m

The July 29, 2024 edition of the Brainerd Dispatch reports that Prince was posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at a special event in Minneapolis following a screening of Purple Rain. Publication: Brainerd Dispatch Date: July 29, 2024 Country: United States The article states that Prince fans received a long-awaited surprise on Saturday, July 27, at Target Center after a screening of Purple Rain. Prince’s sister Sharon Nelson accepted the honor at the eve

The July 29, 2024 edition of The Los Angeles Times features an interview with Chaka Khan discussing her upcoming Hollywood Bowl set, songwriting, and her friendship with the late Prince. Publication: The Los Angeles Times Date: July 29, 2024 Country: United States The article presents Chaka Khan talking about her influence on current artists, her recent Tiny Desk performance, and her headline set at the Hollywood Bowl with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra. She reflects on friends

The July 6, 2024 edition of the West Central Tribune publishes an article highlighting Prince’s faith as a Jehovah’s Witness and his attendance at gatherings in Rochester, Minnesota. Publication: West Central Tribune Date: July 6, 2024 Country: United States Location: Willmar, Minnesota Section: News / Feature THE STORY The piece details how Prince, despite his flamboyant stage persona, was a devoted Jehovah’s Witness who attended assemblies at the Mayo Civic Center in Roches

A music and entertainment page from the June 28, 2024 edition of Mi Diario (Panama), covering current pop, rock, and Latin music news, artist updates, and cultural happenings in Panama and internationally. Publication: Mi Diario Date: June 28, 2024 Country: Panama Section: Entertainment / Music News THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The page features various music news items, artist interviews, chart updates, and entertainment stories relevant to Panamanian and international

The June 21, 2024 edition of the Star Tribune announces the premiere dates for the new stage musical adaptation of Prince’s 1984 film and album Purple Rain. Publication: Star Tribune Date: June 21, 2024 Country: United States Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Section: Music / Theatre News THE STORY The article details the pre-Broadway run at the State Theatre in Minneapolis (April 10–May 11, 2025), with the world premiere on April 30, 2025. It mentions the creative team, inc

Star Tribune retrospective feature marking the 40th anniversary of the iconic Purple Rain movie premiere and the legendary star-studded afterparty that followed in Hollywood, looking back with vivid detail at one of the most memorable nights in Prince’s career and in the history of pop culture. The article dives deep into the electric atmosphere of the 1984 event, the excitement surrounding the film’s debut, the fashion, the celebrities in attendance, and the lasting cultural

The June 19, 2024 edition of the Star Tribune publishes a major feature marking the 40th anniversary of Prince’s landmark film and album Purple Rain, sharing 40 facts about its creation, impact, and legacy. Publication: Star Tribune Date: June 19, 2024 Country: United States Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Section: Variety / Feature THE STORY The article lists 40 notable facts about Purple Rain, covering Prince’s management, the film’s production, soundtrack success, cultura

The June 19, 2024 edition of the Star Tribune (Variety section) celebrates the 40th anniversary of Prince’s Purple Rain with a special feature and 40 facts about the landmark film and album. Publication: Star Tribune Date: June 19, 2024 Country: United States Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Section: Variety / Front Page THE STORY The section highlights the enduring legacy of Purple Rain, including local celebrations, a new book, and the film’s cultural impact on Minneapolis.

The June 14, 2023 edition of the Brainerd Dispatch features an article about Prince fans attending Celebration 2023 at Paisley Park, highlighting their love for unreleased songs and concert footage from the annual gathering honoring the late music icon. Publication: Brainerd Dispatch Date: June 14, 2023 Country: United States Location: Brainerd, Minnesota Section: Entertainment THE STORY The piece focuses on fans who traveled to Paisley Park for the multi-day Celebration 2023

Major 2021 cover feature in The Sunday Times celebrating the release of Prince’s long-lost album Welcome 2 America, exploring the prophetic themes of the 2010 recordings and the story behind its delayed release. PUBLICATION: Date: July 18, 2021 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Culture Cover Story Title: PRINCE IS BACK THE STORY The Sunday Times dedicated its Culture cover to Prince with a striking portrait and the headline “Prince Is Back.” The extensive feature, writ

Major 2021 tribute issue of Guitar Player magazine commemorating the 5th anniversary of Prince’s passing, with an in-depth exploration of his guitar secrets, studio techniques, road stories, and lasting influence as one of the greatest guitarists of all time. PUBLICATION: Date: July 2021 Country: United States Section / Pages: Special Tribute Issue (Cover + Multiple Features) Title: FIVE YEARS GONE: PRINCE THE STORY Guitar Player dedicated its July 2021 issue to Prince, featu

The “Special Deluxe Edition” framing signals a broadened scope: more pages, more archival content, and a more complete narrative of Prince’s evolution across genres, eras, and identities.

The June 16, 2019 edition of the Star Tribune highlights Ingrid Chavez’s rooftop performance at the Hewing Hotel as one of the standout shows of the week. Publication: Star Tribune Date: June 16, 2019 Country: United States Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Section: Music / Best of the Week THE STORY The article praises Ingrid Chavez’s intimate rooftop set at dusk, featuring poetry set to minimalist sounds with guitarist Jaspar Nephew. It notes her emotional performance, inclu

The June 15, 2019 edition of the Star Tribune reports on the opening of a new official Prince retail store at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), the first of its kind dedicated to the Minnesota icon and the second brick-and-mortar location selling an expanded line of official Prince merchandise. Publication: Star Tribune Date: June 15, 2019 Country: United States Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Section: Point of Sale / Business THE STORY The article details th

The June 14, 2019 edition of the Star Tribune reports on proposed street names honoring Prince in a new residential development being built on land once owned by the late superstar in Chanhassen, Minnesota. Publication: Star Tribune Date: June 14, 2019 Country: United States Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Section: Local News / Development THE STORY The article details plans by Lennar Corp. for a neighborhood on Prince’s former property that includes street names inspired b

The June 13, 2019 edition of The Duluth News-Tribune reports that Prince’s rare “Black Album” tops Discogs’ list of the most expensive records. Publication: The Duluth News-Tribune Date: June 13, 2019 Country: United States Location: Duluth, Minnesota Section: Music News THE STORY The article highlights Prince’s 1987 promo LP The Black Album selling for $15,000, making it the most expensive record on Discogs’ “Top 100 Most Expensive Records” list. It also mentions other rare

The June 7, 2019 edition of the Star Tribune features an in-depth interview with Prince’s longtime Los Angeles engineer Peggy McCreary about his unique working style in the studio and the creation of tracks for the posthumous album Originals. Publication: Star Tribune Date: June 7, 2019 Country: United States Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Section: Music THE STORY Peggy McCreary shares memories of working with Prince from 1981 onward, describing his intense work ethic, lack

The Issue 5 edition of CR Fashion Men’s Book features a striking cover portrait of Prince photographed by Steven Klein, with an exclusive purple “CR” signature overlay. Publication: CR Fashion Men’s Book Date: September 2011 (Issue 5) Country: United States / International Location: New York Section: Front Cover THE STORY This high-fashion cover showcases Prince in a dramatic, elegant pose wearing a sheer dark shirt, ornate belt, and jewellery. The minimalist yet powerful ima

The feA seven‑page feature and cover story from September 1, 2016, celebrating Prince’s most iconic guitars and the role they played in reshaping funk, pop, and rock across four decades. ature examines the instruments that defined Prince’s sound — from the Hohner Tele‑style to the Cloud and Symbol guitars — revealing how each became an extension of his identity, performance style, and musical innovation

Publication: Star Tribune Date: June 27, 2016 Country: United States Section: Entertainment Star Tribune feature covering the powerful and emotional Prince tributes that dominated the 2016 BET Awards, just weeks after his shocking and untimely passing, highlighting heartfelt performances and tributes from some of music’s biggest stars as the entertainment world came together to honor the Purple One’s immense legacy and groundbreaking influence on popular culture. The article