Prince (September 6, 1991) – “Prince Taking New ‘Gett Off’ Directly to Video” Feature – The Kansas City Star
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- Sep 6, 1991
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This Kansas City Star article from September 6 1991 reports on Prince’s decision to release his new Gett Off video directly to home video, following the success of Madonna’s Justify My Love. The piece highlights Prince’s innovative approach to distribution and his continued experimentation with visual formats tied to his upcoming Diamonds and Pearls album.
Publication: The Kansas City Star Date: September 6, 1991 Country: United States
Written by Scott Hettrick, the article explains that Prince’s thirty‑minute video, titled Nothing Can Stop … Prince and the New Power Generation ‘Gett Off’, would be released through Warner Reprise Video at $14.98.
The project includes several new songs not featured on Diamonds and Pearls, filmed at both Prince’s home and Paisley Park Studios.
The report situates Prince’s release within a growing trend of direct‑to‑video music projects, noting Madonna’s precedent and Warner’s simultaneous release of other artist profiles. The article also mentions that the Gett Off video would feature exclusive performances and carry a Parental Advisory label due to its provocative content.
CONTEXT AND NOTES
By 1991, Prince was redefining multimedia artistry, merging music, film, and performance into cohesive visual experiences.
The Gett Off Maxi Video marked a turning point in how artists used home video to reach audiences beyond television censorship.
The Kansas City Star coverage underscores Prince’s role as a pioneer in music marketing, blending sensual imagery with creative independence. His direct‑to‑video release strategy mirrored his broader artistic philosophy — control over both sound and vision.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Event: Announcement of Prince’s Gett Off Maxi Video release Era: 1991 – Diamonds and Pearls New Power Generation Era
Tone: Informative, industry‑focused, and forward‑looking
Photography: Black‑and‑white portrait of Prince accompanying the article
WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS
Kansas City Star feature announcing Prince’s direct‑to‑video release
Details of the Gett Off project and its exclusive tracks
Context linking Prince’s innovation to broader entertainment trends
SOURCES Prince Vault, Sleevographia2, Discogs.
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