A Prince-Penned Sheena Easton Scandal RELEASE DETAILS Date: December 22, 1984 Catalogue: B-8253 (7") Format: 7" Single, 12" Maxi-Single, Promo Country: United States (with international variants) A-Side: “Sugar Walls” – 3:59 Written by: Alexander Nevermind (Prince) Produced by: Greg Mathieson & Alexander Nevermind (Prince) B-Side: “Straight Talking” – 3:41 THE STORY Released in the US on December 22, 1984 on EMI America, “Sugar Walls” was the second single from Sheena Easton’

A Purple Rain Extended Christmas Miracle RELEASE DETAILS Date: December 19, 1984 Catalogue: 9 20291-0 A / 0-20291 (12" Maxi) Format: 12" Maxi-Single, 7" Single Country: United States (with UK and international variants) A-Side: “I Would Die 4 U (Extended Version)” – 10:00 B-Side: “Another Lonely Christmas (Extended Version)” – 6:47 THE STORY Released in the US on December 19, 1984 as a 12" maxi-single, “I Would Die 4 U” was the fifth single from the Purple Rain album and film

A landmark Kerrang! cover and major four-page feature celebrating Prince’s explosive live show in Detroit during the Purple Rain era — one of the most talked-about rock magazine covers of 1984 SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Kerrang! Date: November 29 – December 12, 1984 (Issue No. 82) Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover + Four-page interior feature THE STORY This iconic Kerrang! issue features Prince on the cover under the bold yellow headline “Rain Dance” with

A Purple Rain devotional paired with Prince’s most heartbreaking holiday B‑side RELEASE DETAILS Date: November 26, 1984 (UK) Catalogue: W 9174 (7") Format: 7" Single, 12" Single Country: United Kingdom A-Side: “I Would Die 4 U (Single Version)” – 2:57 B-Side: “Another Lonely Christmas” – 4:51 THE STORY Released in the UK on November 26, 1984 as the third single credited to Prince and The Revolution, “I Would Die 4 U” continued the extraordinary momentum of the Purple Rain era

Prince’s groundbreaking semi-autobiographical film Purple Rain became his first movie released on home video format, arriving on VHS in the United States on November 19, 1984, and quickly becoming a major commercial success as both a cultural phenomenon and a top-selling videocassette. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Prince Title: Purple Rain Date: November 19, 1984 Label: Warner Bros. Home Video Format / Type: VHS Home Video (also Betamax / LaserDisc) Country: United S

November 4, 1984 – April 7, 1985 TOUR DATES • November 4, 1984 — Detroit, MI — Joe Louis Arena • November 5, 1984 — Detroit, MI — Joe Louis Arena • November 7, 1984 — Detroit, MI — Joe Louis Arena • November 8, 1984 — Detroit, MI — Joe Louis Arena • November 9, 1984 — Detroit, MI — Joe Louis Arena • November 11, 1984 — Detroit, MI — Joe Louis Arena • November 12, 1984 — Detroit, MI — Joe Louis Arena • November 14, 1984 — Greensboro, NC — Greensboro Coliseum • November 15, 198

A rare Japan‑only promotional 7", Syndicate paired Another Lonely Christmas with seven short radio IDs by Prince, Apollonia and Sheila E. Released in late November 1984, it was designed purely for broadcasters and never sold commercially. A unique Purple Rain‑era artefact, it captures the era’s media presence in miniature form.

A stylish early-career visual biography capturing Prince’s evolving image, mystique, and cultural impact through curated photos and commentary. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: The Anabas Look Book Series Date: 1984 Country: United Kingdom Format: Visual biography / Photo book THE STORY This compact, visually driven book presents a portrait of Prince during the early phase of his meteoric rise. Written by Roger St. Pierre and Bob Killbourn, it blends striking photography with acce

A landmark Ebony Magazine cover featuring Prince during the Purple Rain era, highlighting his passion for privacy and his rising status as a cultural icon. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Ebony Date: November 1984 Country: United States Section / Pages: Front Cover THE STORY This striking Ebony cover showcases Prince in a dramatic white ruffled shirt holding red flowers, with the bold headline “PRINCE: The Story Behind His Passion For Purple And Privacy.” The feature explores Pri

One of the earliest mass-market Prince biographies rushed out in the UK during the Purple Rain explosion, presenting a “giant collection of facts, photos & interviews” on the rising superstar. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Sphere Books (UK paperback) Date: 1984 Country: United Kingdom Format: Mass-market biography / Photo book THE STORY This compact biography captures Prince at the height of his breakthrough success with Purple Rain. Marketed with the tagline “He sold over a MI

"Purple Rain" was issued as the third single taken from Purple Rain, the sixth studio album by Prince and the first album credited to Prince And The Revolution. The release also marked the second single to carry the Prince And The Revolution billing. Colored 7" - USA - 7-29174 Purple vinyl + plastic picture sleeve Arriving ten weeks after the album's release, the single received extensive international distribution and continued the remarkable commercial momentum generated by

This short music industry report highlights Prince's extraordinary commercial success during the Purple Rain era. The article focuses on overwhelming demand for concert tickets, expanding tour plans, and the continuing chart dominance of both the Purple Rain album and the single "Let's Go Crazy." Publication: Minneapolis Star and Tribune Date: September 23, 1984 Country: United States Appearing in the newspaper's music column, the article opens with the question, "Just how ho

This Duluth News‑Tribune article from September 16 1984 profiles Vanity, the former Prince protégé, as she embarks on her solo career. Written by Lynn Van Matre of the Chicago Tribune, the piece explores Vanity’s decision to leave Vanity 6 and Prince’s circle to pursue independence in music and film. Publication: The Duluth News‑Tribune  News‑Tribune and Herald Date: September 16 1984 Country: United States The article recounts Vanity’s reflections on her time with Prince, wh

Released on 10 September 1984 in the UK, Purple Rain was the third single from Prince’s sixth album Purple Rain, and the second to be credited to Prince and the Revolution. Arriving ten weeks after the album, the single continued Prince’s global momentum, receiving widespread international release. 7" - UK - W9174 Unusually, God (Love Theme From Purple Rain) appeared on international editions of the single but was not released in the United States, where it has never had an o

This Star Tribune full‑page advertisement from September 8 1984 promotes Prince’s debut motion picture Purple Rain, celebrating its seventh consecutive week in theatres. The ad features the bold endorsement from Newsweek critic David Ansen, who hailed Prince as “The New Prince of Hollywood.” Publication: Minneapolis Star and  Tribune Date: September 8, 1984 Country: United States The advertisement highlights Purple Rain’s enduring success in Minneapolis cinemas, listing six

Columbia House pressing LP - USA - ST-17132 A Private Heaven is the fifth full‑length studio album by Sheena Easton. The project marked a deliberate shift in her artistic presentation, moving away from the “innocent” image associated with her early career and embracing a more overtly sexual, confident persona. The album’s inclusion of Sugar Walls, written by Prince under the pseudonym Alexander Nevermind, played a central role in this transformation. Columbia House pressing L

A vibrant collector’s edition celebrating Prince at the height of Purple Rain mania, featuring rare photos, a full rockography, and portraits ready to frame. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Prince Superstar Collector's Edition Date: September 1, 1984 Country: United States Section / Pages: Front Cover THE STORY This special collector’s edition is dedicated entirely to Prince during the explosive success of the Purple Rain album and film. The cover highlights “The Rude Boy Makes G

A dynamic Creem Magazine cover featuring Prince at the absolute peak of Purple Rain mania, with the bold exclusive headline “PRINCE RETURNS!” SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Creem Date: September 1984 Country: United States Section / Pages: Front Cover THE STORY This striking cover showcases Prince in a floral top with guitar, under the prominent headline “EXCLUSIVE! PRINCE RETURNS! INSIDE PURPLE RAIN.” The issue dives into the phenomenon of the Purple Rain album and film, captur

Sex Shooter was released on 31 August 1984 as the first single from Apollonia 6’s debut album Apollonia 6. Arriving four weeks before the album, the single marked the first commercial release credited to the group. The B‑side, In A Spanish Villa, was also taken from the album. Both tracks were written, produced and largely performed by Prince, although his involvement was uncredited. A long version of Sex Shooter appeared on the 12" single and was unavailable elsewhere at the

One of the most iconic Rolling Stone covers of the 1980s, capturing Prince at the absolute peak of Purple Rain success with a major in-depth feature. Publication: Rolling Stone Date: August 30, 1984 (Issue No. 429) Country: United States Section / This landmark cover story features a striking shirtless portrait of Prince and the bold headline “PRINCE SCORES” — celebrating his massive success with both the Purple Rain album and movie. The five-page interior feature, written b

The definitive US 12" of “Let’s Go Crazy,” pairing the explosive Special Dance Mix with the legendary “Erotic City” — a cornerstone of the Purple Rain era.

The 4 August 1984 edition of the Star Tribune carries a full advertisement for Prince’s first motion picture Purple Rain, now in its second exciting week. Publication: Star Tribune Date: August 4, 1984 Country: United States The advert quotes reviews from Rolling Stone (“Stunning! Not since the Beatles burst off the screen in ‘A Hard Day’s Night’…”) and Newsweek (“The New Prince of Hollywood…”). It announces “Prince in his first motion picture Purple Rain,” with a photograph

Jon Bream reports on the star-studded Hollywood premiere of Purple Rain at the Mann Chinese Theatre, followed by a lavish purple-themed party at the Palace. Celebrities, fans, and industry figures turned out as Prince’s hometown film took Hollywood by storm. Publication: Minneapolis Star and Tribune Date: Saturday, July 28, 1984 Country: United States Section: Entertainment (Page 7C) Byline: Jon Bream, Staff Writer THE STORY The article captures the electric atmosphere of th

The July 27, 1984 edition of The Globe reports on the glittering Hollywood premiere and party for the film Purple Rain, starring Prince. Publication: The Globe Date: July 27, 1984 Country: United States THE STORY The article describes the gala premiere and party at the Palace nightclub following the Thursday night showing at Mann’s Chinese Theater. Guests included Steven Spielberg, Eddie Murphy, Christopher Reeve, John Cougar and members of Devo and Quiet Riot. Prince arrive