A full-page feature article from the June 1, 2004 issue of the Stevens Point Journal celebrating Prince’s enormous cultural impact on music and his role in putting Minneapolis (and the Midwest) on the global rock ’n’ roll map. Publication: Stevens Point Journal Date: June 1, 2004 Country: United States Section / Pages: Page 13 Title: “Prince put the Midwest on the rock ’n’ roll map” THE STORY The article highlights Prince’s unique fusion of rock and funk with erotic, mysterio

Rave Un2 The Year 2000 is Prince’s electrifying live concert home video capturing a special New Year’s Eve 1999 performance (filmed December 18, 1999 at Paisley Park Studios). RELEASE DETAILS Artist: O(+> Label: Eagle Vision Date: June 5, 2000 (Europe) / Early Spring 2006 (re-release) Catalogue: EREDV121 (UK DVD) / ID9723ER (US DVD) / others Format: DVD / VHS Country: United Kingdom / Europe / USA CONTEXT & NOTES Directed by Geoff Wonfor, the footage originated from the pay-p

Prince’s groundbreaking semi-autobiographical film Purple Rain became his first movie released on home video format, arriving on VHS in the United States on November 19, 1984, and quickly becoming a major commercial success as both a cultural phenomenon and a top-selling videocassette. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Prince Title: Purple Rain Date: November 19, 1984 Label: Warner Bros. Home Video Format / Type: VHS Home Video (also Betamax / LaserDisc) Country: United S

Jon Bream reports on the star-studded Hollywood premiere of Purple Rain at the Mann Chinese Theatre, followed by a lavish purple-themed party at the Palace. Celebrities, fans, and industry figures turned out as Prince’s hometown film took Hollywood by storm. Publication: Minneapolis Star and Tribune Date: Saturday, July 28, 1984 Country: United States Section: Entertainment (Page 7C) Byline: Jon Bream, Staff Writer THE STORY The article captures the electric atmosphere of th

Major pre-release coverage on the eve of the film’s opening, describing Purple Rain as Prince’s “emotional biography” and “ultimate creative gesture.” Extensive details on production, cast, script development, and the team behind the project. Publication: Minneapolis Star and Tribune Date: Wednesday, July 25, 1984 Country: United States Section: Entertainment (Pages 1C & 6C) Byline: Jon Bream (main articles) THE STORY The spread includes: “Film is ‘emotional biography’”: Deep

Jon Bream’s major feature celebrates Prince as the country’s hottest pop star. His album Purple Rain is outselling Michael Jackson’s Victory, “When Doves Cry” is a massive hit, and the film Purple Rain opens in theaters on Friday. THE STORY The article is a comprehensive hometown triumph piece marking the peak of Prince-mania: Purple Rain album dominating sales charts, beating the Jacksons. “When Doves Cry” breaking records as the fastest-selling single in Warner Bros. histor

A local report in the Minneapolis Star and Tribune announcing that Prince’s feature film Purple Rain will premiere in Los Angeles (not Minneapolis) on July 25 or 27, while recapping his recent 25th birthday concert at First Avenue and the chart success of the single “When Doves Cry.” Publication: Minneapolis Star and Tribune Date: Sunday, June 17, 1984 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment / In the Wings Title: In the wings (Purple Rain premiere details) THE S

A hometown report in the Star Tribune covering Prince’s private 25th birthday concert at First Avenue in Minneapolis, where he performed new material from his forthcoming feature film Purple Rain. Publication: Star Tribune Date: Friday, June 8, 1984 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment / Local News Title: Prince celebrates 25th birthday with a private concert THE STORY The short article notes that Prince, the Minneapolis-born rock star, celebrated his 25th bi

Coverage of local music awards notes that Prince, after a steamy three-song performance, did not accept his awards in person. He sent Wendy Melvoin (guitarist in his band) to pick up the trophy. She quipped, “He screams. I don’t. That’s why I’m accepting.” Publication: Minneapolis Star and Tribune Date: Tuesday, May 22, 1984 Country: United States Section: Awards coverage (continued from page 1C) THE STORY The article highlights Prince’s rising prominence with his “distinctiv

“In the wings” column provides one of the most detailed local updates yet on Prince’s upcoming film and soundtrack. The movie, filmed last fall in the Twin Cities, is expected in late summer. The soundtrack album drops June 18. Publication: Minneapolis Star and Tribune (Minneapolis Tribune) Date: Sunday, May 20, 1984 Country: United States Section: In the wings (Page 6G) Byline: Jon Bream THE STORY The article breaks the long media silence with a comprehensive overview: Plot: