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Sheila E. (June 16, 1986) “Live In Romance 1600” – Video US
The first home video release by Sheila E., documenting footage from the Romance 1600 Tour. Released in the United States on June 16 1986 on Warner Reprise Video / Paisley Park. Features a special guest appearance by Prince and The Revolution performing “A Love Bizarre”. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Sheila E. Label: Warner Reprise Video / Paisley Park Release Date: June 16 1986 Country: United States Format: VHS (NTSC), Betamax (NTSC) Length: Approx. 57 minutes Director: Danny Kle

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Jun 16, 1986


Prince (July 28, 1984) – “Purple Rain’ debut shows Hollywood who Prince is”
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

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Jul 28, 1984


Prince “Purple Rain” (May 20, 1984) – Detailed Pre-Release Overview
“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:

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May 20, 1984


Prince (May 13, 1984) – Sheila E. Debut + “Purple Rain” Album & Movie Release Dates
Jon Bream announces Sheila E. as Prince’s latest protégé with her debut single “The Glamorous Life” now out on Warner Bros. Prince’s new album Purple Rain (the soundtrack to his upcoming movie) is set for release on June 18, with the film possibly arriving in theaters in July. Prince’s new single “When Doves Cry” drops this week, while The Time’s “Ice Cream Castle” single arrives May 30. Publication: Minneapolis Star and Tribune Date: Sunday, May 13, 1984 Country: United Stat

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May 13, 1984
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