The sexy, provocative, and groundbreaking all-female trio created and molded by Prince, known for their bold image, dance-pop sound, and hits that helped expand the Minneapolis Sound into mainstream pop. OVERVIEW Vanity 6 was a female R&B/pop trio assembled by Prince in 1982. The group consisted of Vanity (Denise Matthews), Brenda Bennett, and Susan Moonsie. They were one of the first acts Prince developed as a mentor/producer, following the model he used with The Time. EARLY

Girl 6 is the soundtrack album for Spike Lee’s 1996 film of the same name. It is a celebration of Prince’s music, featuring a mix of classic hits, deep cuts, and three previously unreleased tracks. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince & Associated Artists Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: CD, MC (Cassette) Country: Worldwide Released: 19 March 1996 Genre: Funk, R&B, Pop, Rock Length: 62:11 THE STORY A vibrant collection showcasing Prince’s versatility across different eras. The a

A 1985 feature article from The Winona Daily News focusing on Vanity (Denise Matthews), Prince’s former protégé and leader of Vanity 6 / Apollonia 6, as she attempted to move beyond her provocative “nasty girl” image toward a more controlled and multifaceted career in film and music. Publication: The Winona Daily News Date: June 5, 1985 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment / Feature Page Title: “Prince Protege Sheds ‘Nasty Girl’ Image” THE STORY The article b

A short entertainment brief noting that Prince was filming “Purple Rain” last week on Hennepin Ave. in Minneapolis, while also mentioning Andre Cymone’s recent chart success and production work (including a group positioned as a counterpart to Vanity 6). Publication: Minneapolis Star and Tribune (Star Tribune) Date: Sunday, November 13, 1983 Country: United States Section: Entertainment / In the wings column THE STORY T he item reports that Prince was actively shooting scene

A local news brief in the Minneapolis Star and Tribune noting that Prince is preparing for the filming of his first feature film Purple Rain later in November, while continuing work on records for The Time, Vanity 6, and himself, as “Delirious” climbs the charts. Publication: Minneapolis Star and Tribune Date: Sunday, November 6, 1983 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment / In the wings Title: In the wings (Prince / Purple Rain update) THE STORY The short item

A striking 1983 concert poster promoting Prince’s performance at the Rockford Metro Centre with special guests The Time and Vanity 6 — a classic example of the high-energy Minneapolis Sound package tours during the early 1980s, right before the Purple Rain explosion. Publication: Concert Poster Date: March 17, 1983 (7:30 PM) Country: United States Title: PRINCE (with Special Guest THE TIME and Vanity 6) The lime-green poster prominently displays a stylish black-and-white phot

A razor‑sharp slice of Vanity 6 attitude — Dez Dickerson’s punk‑funk composition delivered with Prince’s uncredited fingerprints all over the production.

A glowing concert review in the Daily Press (Newport News, VA) by Dari Giles praising Prince’s high-energy 1999 Tour performance at Hampton Coliseum, describing a cool, nasty, and pulsating show complete with theatrical entrances, props, lights, and sizzling sets from Vanity 6 and The Time. Publication: Daily Press Date: Tuesday, November 30, 1982 (reviewing Saturday, November 27 show) Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment Title: Prince Concert Cool THE STORY

A concert advertisement in The Tennessean promoting Prince’s 1999 Tour stop at the Municipal Auditorium in Nashville on Thursday, December 16, 1982, with special guest The Time and introducing Vanity 6. Publication: The Tennessean Date: Sunday, November 28, 1982 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment / Concert Ads Title: Live in Concert! Prince 1999 Tour THE STORY The ad features the iconic dripping “Prince” logo and announces the show at 8:00 p.m. Tickets were

A major preview feature in The Philadelphia Inquirer by Ken Tucker examining Prince’s 1999 album and upcoming concert at the University City Center with The Time and Vanity 6, praising the sexually charged, danceable funk while analyzing the provocative themes and live energy of the triple bill. Publication: The Philadelphia Inquirer Date: Sunday, November 21, 1982 Country: United States Section / Pages: Calendar / Pop Music Title: This trio of acts with sexual verve cranks o

A concert preview in the Philadelphia Daily News highlighting Prince’s upcoming 1999 Tour performance at the University City Center on Wednesday, November 24, 1982, emphasizing his sexually explicit lyrics, rock-funk energy, and royal court including The Time and Vanity 6. Publication: Philadelphia Daily News Date: Friday, November 19, 1982 Country: United States Section / Pages: Live! This Week / Entertainment Title: Prince/Ramsey Lewis/Laura Branigan THE STORY The article p

A concert advertisement in The Philadelphia Inquirer promoting Prince’s 1999 Tour stop at the University Center in Philadelphia on November 24, 1982, with special guests The Time and introducing Vanity 6. Publication: The Philadelphia Inquirer Date: Sunday, October 31, 1982 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment / Concert Listings Title: Live in Concert! Prince 1999 Tour THE STORY The bold, graphic-heavy ad announces Prince’s upcoming performance with The Time

A bold concert advertisement in The Atlanta Constitution promoting Prince’s 1999 Tour shows at the Fox Theater in Atlanta on November 12–13, 1982, with special guest The Time and introducing Vanity 6 Publication: The Atlanta Constitution Date: Sunday, October 17, 1982 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment / Concert Ads Title: Live in Concert! Prince 1999 Tour THE STORY The striking ad features the iconic dripping “Prince” logo and announces two nights at the F

Vanity 6 is the first and only album by Vanity 6, a group put together and effectively run by Prince, and was released on 11 August 1982. The album was produced by Prince under the pseudonym The Starr Company, with production credit also (erroneously) shared with Vanity 6. Seven of the eight songs were written or co‑written by Prince, but credit was given to the band members. “He’s So Dull” was written and produced by Dez Dickerson. A follow‑up to the album was planned to coi

Released July 9, 1982 7" Vinyl Single Reference: US: 7-29955 A. He’s So Dull (2:32) B. Make-Up (2:40) Notes: He’s So Dull was the first single from Vanity 6’s only album. Prince appears as a musician on the A-side. The B-side Make-Up was written by Prince. US VARIANTS: • USA - Warner Bros. - 1982 (Mono promo) - 7-29955 A Side He's So Dull (Stereo 2:31) B Side He's So Dull (Mono 2:31) CHART PERFORMANCE Netherlands (Nederlandse Top 40): Peak position 16 (1983 re-release) I