Prince (July 15, 2007) “To the People!” / Free Planet Earth Album – The Mail on Sunday UK
Updated: Jun 6
A landmark 2007 promotional package from The Mail on Sunday featuring Prince’s new album Planet Earth given away for free, accompanied by an in-depth feature “To the People!”
Publication:
The Mail on Sunday (with Live Magazine supplement)
Date: July 15, 2007
Country: United Kingdom
Section / Pages: Front Page + Review Section (multi-page feature)
Title: To the People! / FREE Prince’s New Album
THE STORY
The coverage includes a striking front-page promotion of the free 10-track Planet Earth album and a detailed interior feature with multiple photos of Prince across his career. The article discusses his name change to a symbol, the “Slave” inscription, his battles with Warner Bros., and his determination to connect directly with fans through the groundbreaking free release.
CONTEXT AND NOTES
This was one of Prince’s most audacious moves — releasing a full new studio album for free with a national newspaper. It generated massive media attention and was part of his broader strategy to bypass traditional music industry structures. The accompanying article reflects on his evolution, spirituality, and commitment to his audience.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Event: Planet Earth Free Worldwide Release
Era: 2007 (Planet Earth era) Tone: Empowering, celebratory, and reflective
Photography: Mix of archival and contemporary images, including Prince in blue suit with guitar and more intimate portraits
Visual Motifs: Bold purple and yellow headlines, collage-style photo layouts
WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS
The Mail on Sunday front page promoting the free Planet Earth album
“To the People!” headline with career-spanning Prince photos
In-depth article discussing his name change, industry battles, and fan-focused philosophy
Additional coverage and reviews of the album
RELATED MATERIAL
Live Magazine (July 7, 2007) – “The People’s Prince”
Word Magazine (August 18, 2004) – “Meet the New Prince”
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