The issue explores Prince’s intensely private world, the circumstances surrounding his unexpected death, and the legacy of a musician whose genius reshaped pop, funk, rock, and the cultural imagination

Stark, black‑and‑white NME cover and three‑page tribute feature published in the immediate aftermath of Prince’s passing in April 2016, honouring his life, legacy, and unmatched musical fire.

A vibrant Essence magazine cover and feature celebrating Prince’s headlining role at Essence Festival, offering readers a glimpse into the energy, mystique, and after‑party magic surrounding his live shows.

A major MOJO cover story from April 2014 (Issue 245), spotlighting Prince during a period of renewed visibility, surprise releases, and a revitalised public presence.

Prince on the V Magazine cover, photographed by Inez & Vinoodh, wearing an ornate patterned outfit and layered accessories beneath a bold purple “V.”

Published on January 26, 2013, this Billboard cover story marks one of Prince’s most significant interviews of the 2010s. Written by Gail Mitchell, the piece captures Prince in a fiercely articulate, philosophically charged mood — ready to discuss his decades‑long battle for artistic control, his evolving business strategies, and his renewed creative energy.

The feature captures a rare moment of proximity: Prince at home, speaking under strict no‑tech conditions — no tape recorders, no phones, no cameras — reinforcing the mystique and discipline that shaped his relationship with journalists throughout his career.

A landmark Mail on Sunday cover and four‑page feature published on 15 July 2007, announcing the world‑exclusive release of Prince’s new album — included free inside that day’s newspaper.

This Live magazine cover accompanied one of the most controversial and disruptive moments in Prince’s relationship with the UK music industry: the announcement that his new album Planet Earth would be given away free inside the following week’s Mail on Sunday.

“Hallelujah! In praise of Ray Charles” “Napster vs. iTunes: Which one is the best?” “Plus the best‑looking rock stars ever” These headlines surround Prince’s portrait — a bold red outfit, a direct point to camera — situating him among legends, debates, and pop‑culture flashpoints.