Rolling Stone (September 2026) Prince Tribute Edition

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The September 2026 issue of Rolling Stone (German edition) commemorates the tenth anniversary of Prince’s passing with a special tribute feature and an exclusive 7‑inch vinyl single.

The magazine reveals treasures from the archives of the Prince Estate, including two previously unheard recordings: “The Guilty Ones” (2007) and “Stone” (1995). The release marks the first time these tracks have been made available to the public, offering a rare glimpse into Prince’s creative vault.

“Ten years on, the Purple One still reigns in sound and spirit.”

Tracklist:  

 • The Guilty Ones (2007) – Prince solo recording

• Stone (1995) – Prince performance with Sandra St. Victor (co‑writer)

The 7‑inch single is pressed on heavyweight vinyl and housed in a custom cardboard sleeve, available only with Rolling Stone 09/26 and not sold in retail stores. Price: €11.90 (incl. VAT + shipping) Shipping begins: 28 August 2026   Free delivery within Germany;  international orders subject to additional shipping costs.

Surrounding Dates:  

• 28 August 2026 – Shipping commences for pre‑orders

• September 2026 – Magazine release and vinyl distribution

• 2016 – Prince’s passing  (ten‑year commemoration)

Chronicle Note:  

This Rolling Stone edition stands as a landmark tribute to Prince’s enduring legacy.

By unveiling unheard recordings from two distinct creative periods, the magazine bridges the artist’s mid‑1990s funk era and his late‑2000s introspective phase.

The exclusive vinyl single underscores Prince’s timeless artistry and the continuing fascination surrounding his unreleased catalogue.

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