Prince and the New Power Generation (June 15, 1992) “Thunder” – Picture Disc 12" UK (Collector’s Edition)

This limited edition one-sided picture disc 12" was released exclusively in the UK to coincide with the Diamonds and Pearls Tour, serving as the fifth single from the album in that territory and a special collector’s item for fans.

Artist: Prince and the New Power Generation

Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Date: June 15, 1992

Catalogue: W0113TP

Format: Picture Disc 12" Single (Collector’s Edition, One-Sided) Country: UK

Producer, Arranged By, Composed By, Performer – Prince, The New Power Generation

TRACK LIST UK Picture Disc 12" (W0113TP)

Side A

1. Thunder (5:45)

2. Violet The Organ Grinder (4:59)

3. Gett Off (Thrust Dub) (7:20)

LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS

• Album version on Diamonds and Pearls (1991)

• Promotional releases in other territories

• Standard 7" and CD singles

PERSONNEL

Produced, arranged, composed and performed by Prince and The New Power Generation

THE STORY

“Thunder” was issued as a UK-exclusive single in June 1992, eight months after the Diamonds and Pearls album. The powerful, rock-tinged funk track captured the live energy of the New Power Generation and was timed to promote the UK leg of the Diamonds and Pearls Tour, which began on the same day as the single’s release. This collector’s picture disc format bundled the album track with two additional mixes, including the previously released “Violet The Organ Grinder” and a dub version of “Gett Off.”

CONTEXT & NOTES 

This striking one-sided picture disc features group imagery from the Diamonds and Pearls era and comes in a PVC sleeve with a numbered insert (some copies unnumbered). It was marketed as a “Collector’s Edition” and is highly sought after by fans for its visual appeal and tour connection. The release included a Parental Advisory sticker on some copies.

CHART PERFORMANCE 

UK Gallup Singles Chart – #28 (peaked June 27, 1992)

RELATED MATERIAL 

Prince and the New Power Generation (1991) Diamonds and Pearls (Album) For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page.

SOURCES 

Prince Vault, Discogs, sleevographia2.

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