Twelve‑page cover story from Record Collector, February 2026.

Prince Rogers Nelson, a singer, songwriter, musician, and producer, was born in Minneapolis and was a very proud Minnesotan. A genre-defying artist, he blended funk, rock, pop, R&B, and soul, becoming one of the most influential musicians of his era. Known for hits like "Purple Rain," "Kiss," and "1999," he released 39 studio albums, selling over 150 million records worldwide. Prince was a virtuoso multi-instrumentalist, often playing most instruments on his recordings, and w

The article traces the origins of Welcome 2 America, exploring Prince’s political urgency, his mistrust of technology, and the reasons he may have chosen to shelve the album — all illuminated through interviews

This feature reframes Prince as one of the great guitar thinkers of his generation — a player whose technique, tone, and imagination continue to inspire musicians across genres. Five years after his passing, Guitar Player captures the depth of his artistry through the voices of those who knew his playing best

The “Special Deluxe Edition” framing signals a broadened scope: more pages, more archival content, and a more complete narrative of Prince’s evolution across genres, eras, and identities.

A Long Live Vinyl cover feature exploring the creation, legacy, and archival resurrection of Prince’s 1999 era, published alongside the announcement of the 10‑LP Super Deluxe Edition box set.

A one‑page CR Fashion Men’s Book feature from Issue 5 (September 1, 2017), showcasing previously unseen Prince photographs by Steven Klein

A posthumous Guitar World cover feature from August 2016, celebrating Prince’s legacy as one of modern music’s most electrifying and inventive guitarists.

A Black Music Month commemorative issue of Ebony magazine, published June 2016, honoring Prince’s life, legacy, and cultural impact shortly after his passing.

The issue presents Prince as a towering creative force whose influence extended far beyond genre — a visionary who reshaped music, style, identity, and the cultural imagination across four decades.