Prince (August 3, 1991) – “No Prince at Palace” News Item – New Musical Express

The 3 August 1991 issue of New Musical Express reports the cancellation of Prince’s planned concert at Blenheim Palace under the headline “No Prince at Palace.”

Publication: New Musical Express Date: August 3, 1991

Country: United Kingdom

The news item states that Prince’s August 31 Blenheim Palace date collapsed amid controversy. A statement from Paisley Park cited the promoter’s failure to fulfil critical obligations to vendors, suppliers and other production personnel. Spokesman Thomas Adelbert of Diamond Promotions denied the show had been cancelled but said it was “on hold.” Some London ticket agencies were already refunding money. Prince expressed deep regret and promised to reschedule the show at the earliest opportunity, adding that he would plan something extra special to make it up to fans.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

The report details the sudden collapse of the high-profile outdoor date and the conflicting statements from the artist’s camp and the promoter.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS 

Event: Concert cancellation news Era: 1991 (Diamonds and Pearls era) Tone: Reportorial

Photography: Line drawing of a reporter (no photo of Prince)

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Headline “No Prince at Palace”

• Details of the cancelled Blenheim Palace show

• Statements from Paisley Park and the promoter

• Prince’s message of regret and promise to reschedule

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