N.E.W.S. is Prince’s twenty-seventh studio album and his second fully instrumental release in succession. It consists of four 14-minute tracks named after the cardinal directions, forming a continuous jazz-funk exploration. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: NPG Records Catalogue: n/a (club) / 85337 70712-8 (retail) Format: CD (Compass-style folding card case) Country: Worldwide Released: June 30, 2003 (NPG Music Club) / July 29, 2003 (retail) Genre: Jazz, Funk, Instrument

The live version later became the closing track of the download‑only album C‑Note. Originally written and first recorded with The Revolution in August 1985 after an argument with Susannah Melvoin, the song was revisited and re‑recorded at Paisley Park in March 1992, though no studio version has ever been officially released. Its appearance as a 2003 live download cemented Empty Room as one of Prince’s most mythic vault creations — a song whispered about for decades, finally s

As a members‑only digital download, the single was not eligible for chart tracking, but it became a cornerstone of the NPG Music Club’s 2003 output and later reappeared as part of the full C‑Note digital album.

Xpectation is Prince’s twenty-sixth studio album and his first fully instrumental release under his own name. It was surprise-released as a download to NPG Music Club members on New Year’s Day 2003. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: NPG Records Format: Digital Download (mp3 / WMA) Country: Worldwide Released: January 1, 2003 (NPG Music Club) Genre: Jazz, Instrumental, Fusion Length: 40:53 CONTEXT & NOTES Originally titled Xenophobia, the title track was removed (likely du

A vibrant and funky album showcasing Candy Dulfer’s signature smooth saxophone grooves and soulful energy. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Candy Dulfer Label: Eagle Records Date: 2003 Catalogue: ER 20009-2 Format: CD Album Country: United States THE STORY Right In My Soul is the 2003 studio album by Dutch saxophonist Candy Dulfer. The album continues her trademark blend of smooth jazz, funk, and soul, featuring strong melodies, catchy grooves, and her expressive alto saxophone playi

Released in Europe on 1 March 1993, the album includes the Prince‑written instrumental “Sunday Afternoon,” re‑recorded by Candy Dulfer’s band.