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Prince (June 14, 1993) The Undertaker Home Video (Filmed at Paisley Park Studios)
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
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Jun 14, 1993
Prince (June 11, 1993) “Quick spins” – Star Tribune US
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
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Jun 11, 1993
Prince (June 10, 1993) “Names should be functional” – St. Cloud Times US
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
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Jun 10, 1993
Prince (June 9, 1993) “Prince changes name” – The Albert Lea Tribune US
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
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Jun 9, 1993
Prince (June 9, 1993) “Prince of Paisley Park now the Cities Cipher” – St. Cloud Times US
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
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Jun 9, 1993
The Steeles (June 8, 1993) Heaven Help Us All - CD
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
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Jun 8, 1993
Prince (June 9, 1993) “Prince’s new name is ...” –Post-Bulletin US
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
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Jun 7, 1993
Prince (June 7, 1993) “Prince changes” – Duluth News-Tribune US
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
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Jun 7, 1993
Prince (June 7, 1993) “HAPPY BIRTHDAY: FACE THE MUSIC” – Star Tribune US
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
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Jun 7, 1993
Prince (June 9, 1993) “What’s his name leaves his band, old self behind” – Star Tribune US
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
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Jun 2, 1993
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