Prince (October 12, 1990) – “Prince's Glam Slam To Open” Feature – The Albert Lea Tribune.
A regional newspaper report previews the opening of Glam Slam, Prince's ambitious new Minneapolis nightclub. The article outlines the venue's concept, exclusive Paisley Park connections, opening performers and plans to combine live entertainment with cutting‑edge club culture.
Publication: The Albert Lea Tribune
Publication Date: October 12, 1990
Country: USA
Event Date: October 16, 1990
This newspaper feature reports on the final preparations for the opening of Glam Slam, the Minneapolis nightclub inspired by the venue featured in Prince's forthcoming film Graffiti Bridge.
The article states that the club was scheduled to open on October 16, 1990, and describes it as a provocatively different entertainment venue located in Minneapolis's warehouse district.
According to the report, the club's opening performances would be headlined by Rosie Gaines, described as Prince's "secret weapon" and keyboard player from the recent Nude Tour.
A key attraction of the venue was its relationship with Paisley Park Enterprises. The article explains that Glam Slam would have access to unreleased Paisley Park material and support from Paisley Park recording artists through live appearances and performances.
The report also notes that the venue would feature both live and recorded music while showcasing internationally recognised talent, emerging acts and guest DJs from leading nightclubs around the world. An additional retail area would display fashion designs created by Helen Hiatt, whose company had produced Prince's stage, film and video wardrobe for more than five years.
The article concludes by confirming the club's location in the Wyman/Partridge Building, 110 North Fifth Street, Minneapolis.
CONTEXT AND NOTES
Published just four days before opening night, the article provides one of the earliest detailed descriptions of Glam Slam's intended operation and atmosphere.
The feature is particularly interesting because it links the real‑life venue directly to the world of Graffiti Bridge, which was being released during the same period. It also documents the important role expected to be played by Rosie Gaines, who had recently become one of the most prominent members of Prince's touring band.
Today, the article serves as a valuable record of the original vision behind Glam Slam before the club officially opened its doors.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Event: Opening of Glam Slam nightclub
Era: 1990 – Graffiti Bridge era
Tone: Promotional, informative and forward‑looking
Photography: Newspaper article presentation without feature photography
WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS
Announcement of Glam Slam's opening on October 16, 1990
Rosie Gaines selected as opening performer
Links to Paisley Park Enterprises
Access to unreleased Paisley Park material
Plans for live music, guest DJs and emerging artists
Retail area featuring fashions associated with Prince
Confirmation of the venue's Minneapolis location
SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2
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