A detailed Star Tribune report on the 9th annual Minnesota Music Awards, published May 12 1989, highlighting The Replacements’ continued dominance and the vibrant local music scene. The article captures the event’s energy at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, where Prince, The Replacements, and other Minnesota artists were honoured for their contributions. Writer: Jon Bream (Staff Writer) Publication: Star Tribune (USA) Date: May 12 1989 Length: 2 pages feature The piece, ti

At the 9th annual Minnesota Music Awards ceremony, held at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, Prince received two major honours: Best Album for “Lovesexy” and Best R&B Composition for “Alphabet St.” The event marked a triumphant hometown recognition of his creative resurgence following the intense artistic cycle of the late 1980s. Date: May 11 1989 Length: 1 event summary The ceremony celebrated Minnesota’s vibrant music scene, with Prince’s dual wins underscoring his contin