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More than forty years after its release, Prince and The Revolution’s Purple Rain continues to prove why it remains one of the most celebrated and enduring albums of the modern era. The Grammy- and Oscar-winning soundtrack has climbed back to No. 1 on the UK's Official Soundtrack Albums Chart, reaffirming its status as a perennial bestseller and a cultural landmark. The album jumps from No. 3 to reclaim the top spot, once again leading the ranking that tracks the bestselling s

🎤 Prince on BBC Four — Friday Night Spotlight (17 April 2026) BBC Four is turning Friday night purple with a double‑feature celebrating Prince’s genius, legacy, and electrifying live presence. For longtime fans and new listeners alike, this is a rare chance to experience two essential broadcasts in one evening — a curated journey through the music, the myth, and the unmatched performance power of Prince and The Revolution. BBC Four Goes Purple — Prince Night on Friday 17 Apr

Prince Celebration 2026: Tickets Now On Sale for the 10‑Year Celebration of Life 📅 Posted April 9, 2026 – 5:40 PM Paisley Park has officially opened ticket sales for Prince Celebration 2026, marking a historic milestone — the 10‑Year Celebration of Life. Fans from around the world will gather once again to honor Prince’s music, artistry, and enduring legacy. Early Bird tickets sold out rapidly, and the Estate extended its appreciation to fans for their patience as ticketing

At 7:14 PM on March 31, 2026, the official Prince account marked a major milestone in the Purple One’s legacy, posting a message that immediately set the fan community buzzing: “40 years ago, Prince and the Revolution gave us Parade. The sound, the vision, the legacy lives on. Expanded edition on the way.” The announcement arrives exactly four decades after the release of Parade, the 1986 album that blended minimalist funk, orchestral pop, and cinematic flair — and served as

“Purple Rain” once again rises to No. 2 on the U.K.’s Hip Hop & R&B Singles Chart — a familiar near‑victory that highlights both the song’s longevity and the one chart Prince has yet to conquer.

Prince’s original white lace ensemble — preserved at Paisley Park — remains one of the most defining silhouettes of the Purple Rain era. The high‑collared ruffled shirt and tailored trousers capture the theatrical precision and gender‑fluid elegance that reshaped pop culture in 1984. Standing under soft purple light, the outfit still radiates the electricity of the tour that changed everything.

Glam Slam Escape is pleased to confirm that we will be attending The Prince Party Weekender 2026, a two‑day celebration honouring the 40th anniversary of Under the Cherry Moon and Parade, as well as marking ten years since the passing of Prince.

NEWS: Miko Weaver Announces London Show – March 13, 2026 Prince’s longtime guitarist Miko Weaver will return to the stage in London next year for a special night of deep funk, high‑energy grooves, and unmistakable Minneapolis‑born attitude. The performance takes place at The Camden Club, 72–73 Chalk Farm Road, on March 13, 2026, with doors at 6:30 PM GMT. Weaver, whose guitar work helped define Prince’s Sign o’ the Times, Lovesexy, and Nude tour eras, will headline “A Night o

A romantic snapshot from the Diamonds and Pearls era — Prince at his most cinematic, blending performance, dance, and dreamlike imagery into one of his most graceful videos.

Paisley Park has announced that Early Bird VIP tickets for Prince Celebration 2026 have officially sold out, with a second ticket release — including additional VIP passes — set to follow soon. Fans who contacted the Celebration inbox are being reassured that responses are on the way as preparations continue for this year’s 10th Anniversary Celebration of Life.