Prince (April 14, 1978) Record notes on “For You” – Star Tribune / Minneapolis Tribune US

An early April 14, 1978 announcement in the Star Tribune highlighting the release of Prince’s debut album For You, praising the 19-year-old as a remarkable multi-instrumentalist who wrote, produced, arranged, and performed the entire record himself.

Publication: Star Tribune / Minneapolis Tribune

Date: April 14, 1978

Country: United States

Section / Pages: Music / Record Notes Title: Record notes

THE STORY

The short note announces the release of Prince’s debut album For You on Warner Bros. (3150). It emphasizes that the 17-year-old (actually 19 at the time) single-handedly produced, arranged, composed, and performed all tracks, playing approximately 23 instruments and singing all vocals. The album was recorded at Sound 80 Studios in Minneapolis and Record Plant in Los Angeles.

CONTEXT AND NOTES 

This is one of the very first local press mentions of Prince’s debut album, just days after its official release. It showcases the immediate pride and fascination from the Minneapolis music scene with their hometown prodigy.

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