This Tennessean review from August 1994 assesses Come, the final album Prince recorded before adopting his symbolic moniker. The piece praises its boldness and emotional range, describing it as a restless, hard‑edged work that reaffirms Prince’s mastery as songwriter, performer, and producer. Publication: The Tennessean Date: August 15 1994 Country: United States The review opens by noting that Come was the last album Prince completed before “glyphing out” — changing his na

This Oregonian article from August 1994 reviews Vibe magazine’s cover story on Prince, exploring his decision to change his name to an unpronounceable symbol. The piece examines the artistic, personal, and business motivations behind the transformation, while reflecting on the public’s confusion and fascination with his evolving identity. Publication: The Oregonian Date: August 15 1994 Country: United States Under the headline “Vibe Magazine Tries to Shed Light on the Unpro