NEWS Emancipation Weekend – 30 Years of Freedom will take place at Paisley Park in Chanhassen, Minnesota, from November 19–21, 2026, marking the 30th anniversary of Prince’s Emancipation. Billed as the inaugural Emancipation Weekend, the three-day Freedom Weekend Symposium has been conceived as an interactive celebration examining Prince’s pursuit of freedom on personal, musical, cultural and commercial levels. [paisleypark.com] Rather than concentrating solely on the anniver

What Prince actually meant when he singled out the fourth day of November is another matter. Perhaps we may never know. But place a few documented dates and numbers alongside those words and an intriguing pattern begins to emerge. Whether by design, instinct or coincidence is left entirely open. On November 4, 1983, Little Red Corvette returned to Britain for a second time, now backed with the non-album track "Horny Toad" and accompanied by a remarkable assortment of limited

Twenty years after 3121 became Prince’s first album to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, NPG Records and The Prince Estate officially announced 3121 Expanded Edition for worldwide release on December 11, 2026. The new edition combines the original 12-track album with 10 additional Vault recordings, including the previously unreleased “Time of Ur Life,” “The Streets of Panama” and “Another Girl,” alongside acoustic versions of familiar 3121 material. The wider campaign also

“Don’t U wanna come?” Prince’s 3121 era is officially expanding. Following the earlier unannounced retailer appearance of a mysterious 3121 (Deluxe) package, the Prince Official Store has now opened pre-orders for 3121 Expanded Edition in 3LP + Blu-ray and 2CD + Blu-ray configurations. The release combines the original 12-track 2006 album with 10 additional tracks, including previously unreleased material, while the Blu-ray contains three official promotional videos and, most

An intriguing new Prince release has appeared without advance announcement on the Tower Records Ireland website. Listed simply as 3121 (Deluxe) under Sony Music CMG, the retailer entry shows two substantial configurations, Double CD + Blu-ray and Triple Vinyl + Blu-ray. At present there has been no official announcement from the Prince Estate or Sony/Legacy, meaning the contents and final status of this potentially significant release remain unconfirmed. Artist: Prince Title

3121 Las Vegas Live is a live release by Prince, issued on November 27 2026 through Legacy. Capturing the atmosphere and energy of Prince's celebrated Per4ming Live @ 3121 Las Vegas residency, the collection documents a performance recorded on January 20, 2007. The residency took place during a period in which Prince was enjoying a major career resurgence following his acclaimed Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame appearance, the success of Musicology, the release of 3121, and ahead of

Prince (November 27 2026) – 3121 Las Vegas Live 2CD Release 3121 Las Vegas Live is a live release by Prince, issued on November 27 2026 through Legacy. Capturing the atmosphere and energy of Prince's celebrated Per4ming Live @ 3121 Las Vegas residency, the collection documents a performance recorded on January 20, 2007. The residency took place during a period in which Prince was enjoying a major career resurgence following his acclaimed Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame appearance, t

Timeless is a brand-new 10-track compilation featuring rare and unreleased studio recordings from Princes legendary vault. First announced on June 4, 2006. This unprecedented album encompasses tracks spanning every phase of Princes illustrious career, from 1977 to 2016. The project has been meticulously mastered by Grammy-nominated engineer and producer Chris James, a former Prince engineer whose notable credits include HITnRUN Phase Two, Art Official Age, and Plectrumelectru

The September 2026 issue of Rolling Stone (German edition) commemorates the tenth anniversary of Prince’s passing with a special tribute feature and an exclusive 7‑inch vinyl single. The magazine reveals treasures from the archives of the Prince Estate, including two previously unheard recordings: “The Guilty Ones” (2007) and “Stone” (1995). The release marks the first time these tracks have been made available to the public, offering a rare glimpse into Prince’s creative vau

August 28, 2026 – Paisley Park Prince remains TIMELESS. 💜 The official Prince channels today announced a worldwide celebration marking the release of TIMELESS, a landmark album spanning five decades of music, creativity, and legacy. The Global Album Release Party will stream live from Paisley Park at 7 PM EST, inviting fans across the globe to join together in honour of Prince’s enduring artistry. Hosted by DJ Dudley D (@nomusicnoparty), the event welcomes the Prince Fam t

Paisley Park has officially announced a FREE Cinema Night double feature, inviting fans to experience two of Prince’s most iconic films — Under the Cherry Moon and Purple Rain — on July 31, 2026 at the Chanhassen estate. The announcement, shared via Paisley Park’s social channels on July 14, 2026, highlights a full evening of film, music, and community. Doors open at 6 PM, with on‑site parking available for $10. The event is 18+. The screening schedule is as follows: • Under

London was treated to a taste of Honey & Whiskey by Purple Sister Liv Warfield with a show honouring the iconic music of legendary vocalists Etta James and Janis Joplin. Liv brought her own energy, style, and powerhouse vocals (and we brought the tambourine) to a performance that turned up the heat at The Jazz Cafe. Prince only worked with the best, and Liv Warfield is proof of that! Support out Purple Family and go see her if you get the chance, Next show at Dakota MPLS July

Timeless, a 10-track compilation featuring rare and previously unreleased studio recordings from Prince’s legendary Paisley Park Vault, will be released on 28 August 2026 via Sony. Spanning nearly four decades of Prince’s career (1977–2016), the collection brings together tracks that have remained hidden until now, offering fresh insight into his creative process across different eras. Highlighted Tracks: "I Am You" – A home recording from 1978, performed live only twice in e

‘1958-4EVER’ exhibit offers an intimate look at Prince’s life, legacy, and philosophy on the 10th anniversary of his passing BYLINE Nagashia Jackson | Rolling Out STORY Paisley Park, the iconic recording complex and former home of Prince Rogers Nelson, has unveiled a powerful new exhibit titled “1958 – 4EVER” to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the legendary artist’s passing. The immersive exhibition, which opened to the public on June 3, 2026, offers visitors an emotional

A lavish 25-disc box set celebrating Sheena Easton’s complete singles from her EMI era is coming, featuring two legendary Prince-penned tracks. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Official Announcement (Cherry Pop) Date: Announced 2026 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: New Release THE STORY Cherry Pop will release Sheena Easton: The Singles 1980-1987, a spectacular 25CD clamshell box set compiling all of her UK and US hit singles from the 1980s. The set includes original B-sid

All three solo albums from The Time guitarist and funk powerhouse Jesse Johnson are now available together in one essential 2CD collection. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Official Release (Robinsongs) Date: May 1, 2026 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: New Release THE STORY Robinsongs has released Jesse Johnson: Jesse Johnson Revue / Shockadelica / Every Shade Of Love, a 2CD set compiling all three of his 1980s solo albums plus five bonus tracks. The collection brings tog

Bruce Springsteen closed out Stephen Colbert’s penultimate episode with a powerful performance of his protest song “Streets of Minneapolis.” SOURCE DETAILS Publication: The Late Show with Stephen Colbert / Various Reports Date: May 20, 2026 Country: United States Section / Pages: Television / Music Performance THE STORY On the second-to-last episode of The Late Show, Bruce Springsteen delivered a moving solo acoustic performance of “Streets of Minneapolis,” a song written i

Three handwritten lyric sheets created by Prince during the 1985 production of Under the Cherry Moon have been announced for auction, including a screen‑used prop page from the film. SUMMARY PARAGRAPH Three handwritten lyric sheets created by Prince during the 1985 production of Under the Cherry Moon have been announced for auction, including a screen‑used prop page from the film. NEWS DATA Source: Julien’s Auctions Date: 2026 listing (Lot #612) Location: Gardena, California

LOS ANGELES — Prince fans worldwide are bracing for a major release from the vault. According to L. Londell McMillan, the attorney who helped build and protect Prince’s legacy, a full album of previously unreleased original material will arrive this summer — marking the most significant posthumous release since the artist’s passing in 2016. McMillan told The Scoop that the project will feature more than eight new tracks, possibly forming a double album. “We’re going to have n

Source: Omega Auctions – The John Peel Collection Part  Three Date: May 6 2026 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Auction Lot 51 Title: Prince  7″ Singles Pack with Promos  & Press Material This Omega Auctions lot from The John Peel Collection Part Three presents a 13‑item pack of Prince 7″ singles, including rare UK promos and press materials. Highlights include “Get Off – Urge Single Edit” (SAM 888) with label representative notes, “Little Red Corvette” (W9436) in pos

Prince – “Purple Rain” (1984) Publication: Rolling Stone Date: May 2026 Country: United States Prince crowned No. 1 on Rolling Stone’s 100 Greatest Guitar Solos  of All Time, Prince’s “Purple Rain” solo defines the emotional apex of his career. The article recounts the song’s mythic origins — conceived at First Avenue, Minneapolis, on August 3 1983, during its first live performance. "Prince’s solo, captured that night and immortalised on the album, is described as “a movin

Screen legend Kristin Scott Thomas graces the cover of Grazia in a striking golden fur coat, opening up about ambition, marriage, and life in the spotlight for the magazine’s May 11, 2026 issue. ( in shops now) Published on 11 May 2026, this intimate cover story marks one of her most personal and visually striking magazine appearances in recent years. The screen legend lets down her guard. At 65, Kristin Scott Thomas continues to captivate audiences with her elegance, intelli

Prince’s “Baltimore” released as an exclusive limited 7" vinyl single in Germany, available only as a covermount with the March 2026 issue of Musikexpress magazine. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Prince Title: Baltimore Date: February 13, 2026 Label: NPG Records / Legacy Recordings Format / Type: Vinyl, 7", Single, Magazine Covermount Country: Germany Catalogue: None (exclusive) TRACK LIST Side A Baltimore (4:33) Side B Stare (3:45) THE STORY Ten years after Prince’s p

Prince’s soulful, organic late‑period masterpiece HitnRun Phase Two finally arrives on vinyl (and CD) worldwide — a decade after its digital debut and months after its cult status solidified. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Prince Title: HitnRun Phase Two Date: January 30, 2026 (Worldwide 2LP & CD) Label: NPG Records / Legacy Recordings Format / Type: 2LP Vinyl & CD Country: Worldwide TRACK LIST Side A • Baltimore • Rocknroll Loveaffair • 2 Y. 2 D. Side B • Look At Me,