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🟣 Do It All Night – Single: Mar‑1981 b/w “Head” 7" & 12" Single — Warner Bros. K 17768 • K 17768T  Released: March 6, 1981 (UK) A UK‑only 1981 single featuring two tracks from Dirty Mind, issued without any exclusive mixes. 🟣 Summary Released on March 6, 1981, Do It All Night was the third commercially issued single from Prince’s album Dirty Mind, and was made available exclusively in the United Kingdom. The b‑side, Head, was also taken directly from the album. Unlike many Prince singles of the era, the 12" edition did not include any alternate versions, extended mixes, or edits—both formats contain the same two album tracks. The single did not chart. 🟣 Highlights • Third single from Dirty Mind • Released March 6, 1981 (UK only) • No exclusive mixes—7" and 12" contain identical audio • B‑side: Head • Did not enter the charts 🟣 Track Details (Full Tracklist) 7" Single — UK A. Do It All Night — 3:42 B. Head — 4:40 Cat#: K 17768 12" Single — UK A. Do It All Night — 3:42 B. Head — 4:40 Cat#: K 17768T 🟣 Verified Release Variants (Grouped by Country) 🇬🇧 United Kingdom • 7" Single — Warner Bros. K 17768 • 12" Single — Warner Bros. K 17768T (No releases in USA, Europe, Japan, Canada, or Australia.) 🟣 Reissues & Global Variants • No reissues • No alternate mixes • No picture sleeve variants confirmed 🟣 Production and Context Both tracks were written, produced, arranged, and performed by Prince during the Dirty Mind sessions. The single reflects the raw, minimalist, synth‑punk aesthetic of the era. Its UK‑only release and lack of chart activity make it one of the more understated singles in Prince’s early catalogue, though it remains notable for its pairing of two key Dirty Mind tracks. 🟣 Singles Released (Dirty Mind Era) • Uptown — 1980 • Dirty Mind — 1980 • Do It All Night — 1981 (this entry) 🟣 Chart Performance • No chart entries reported 🟣 Mini Discography • Dirty Mind — 1980 • Uptown — 1980 • Do It All Night — 1981 🟣 Mini‑Timeline • October 8, 1980 — Dirty Mind album released • March 27, 1981 — Do It All Night single released (UK) 🟣 Glam Flashback A snapshot of Prince’s early‑’80s evolution, Do It All Night captures the lean, urgent energy of Dirty Mind, released at a time when Prince was redefining his sound and image for a new decade. #Prince #DirtyMind #DoItAllNight #1981 #WarnerBros #NowSpinning #RecordCollectors #ArchivePost 🟣 Image & Artwork Copyright Notice All images, photographs, and artwork referenced or displayed in this post remain the property of their respective copyright holders. They are included strictly for historical, educational, and archival purposes under fair‑use principles. No ownership is claimed, and all rights belong to the original creators, photographers, designers, and publishers. 🟣 Sources Prince Vault Discogs verified catalogue entries Collector documentation

💜 THE PRINCE ARCHIVE A curated, living collection preserving the music, legacy, and creative universe of Prince. A unified gateway into albums, singles, live history, Minneapolis landmarks, collaborators, and the deep vault of memorabilia that shaped the Purple Era. PRINCE COLLECTIONS Nickname: The Studio Legacy A complete journey through Prince’s recorded catalogue. Nickname: The Hit Machine Singles, B‑sides, and era‑defining releases. Nickname: The New Power Era Digital releases, remasters, and platform exclusives. Nickname: The Electric Stage Tours, setlists, and iconic live performances. Nickname: The Purple Relics Collector‑verified artefacts, wardrobe, instruments, and ephemera. Nickname: The Paper Trail Press, magazines, adverts, and historical documentation. Nickname: The City of Sound Studios, venues, and cultural landmarks of the Minneapolis Sound. Nickname: The Icon Reborn The story and restoration of the legendary film location. Nickname: The Minneapolis Groove Engine A deep dive into the band Prince built and shaped. Nickname: The Immersive Journey Narrative‑driven experiences and themed archive content. Nickname: The Eternal Pulse A thematic space exploring continuity and spirituality in Prince’s work. ASSOCIATED ARTISTS & EXTENDED UNIVERSE ⭐ Core Collaborators 🌐 Extended Minneapolis Sound & Associates Minneapolis Sound All Star Band — The City Collective ABOUT THE ARCHIVE This archive is built on verified sources, collector‑confirmed materials, and historically accurate documentation. Every category is designed to preserve the emotional resonance, cultural impact, and artistic innovation of Prince and the Minneapolis Sound.

From Dirty Mind to 1999: Intimate, iconic images from Prince’s most electric era, as seen through the lens of his trusted Minneapolis collaborator Photographer Allen Beaulieu worked with Prince from the late ’70s into the early ’80s, capturing the musician’s progression from being a rising star to his ultimate purple superstardom. Always at Prince’s side, with a camera in hand, Beaulieu helped Prince carry forward his vision with legendary album cover images and promotional photos during the groundbreaking Dirty Mind, Controversy, and 1999 eras while also capturing live performances on tour with Prince. Many of these photographs are candid and raw. You can be a witness to lots of behind-the-scenes events and actions. Al also work with the Time, and Vanity 6. “Working with Al was very natural; it flowed. The magic of how Al worked - and I think it’s the thing that really appealed to Prince - he had a way of conducting things along without being overbearing or reducing people to action figures or something. It was very organic, and he managed to pull something out of this disparate set of human beings.” - Dez Dickerson Allen Beaulieu is a Minneapolis-based photographer renowned for his close collaboration with Prince during the musician's formative years in the late 1970s and early 1980s. He served as Prince's primary photographer, capturing iconic album covers for Dirty Mind (1980), Controversy (1981), and 1999 (inner sleeves) (1982), as well as promotional photos and candid shots. Beaulieu toured extensively with Prince, documenting live performances and behind-the-scenes moments, providing a raw and intimate portrayal of Prince's rise from a rising star to superstardom. His work highlights Prince's edgy, creative phase on the cusp of mega-fame, including events like a 1980 Rolling Stones concert where Prince faced backlash from the audience. In 2018, Beaulieu released the book Prince: Before the Rain, published by the Minnesota Historical Society Press. This 224-page hardcover features never-before-seen candid and casual photographs from that era, including intimate portraits, backstage moments, and album session shots. The book includes Beaulieu's personal recollections of his professional and friendly relationship with Prince, along with contributions from former bandmates such as Bobby Z., Dez Dickerson, and André Cymone. It has received high praise, with a 4.8 out of 5-star rating from 529 global reviews on Amazon, and is considered a must-have for Prince fans due to its stunning photography and high-quality printing. Beaulieu's work has been exhibited, including at the Weisman Art Museum at the University of Minnesota. In 2022, he was involved in a years-long legal dispute over rights to an abandoned Prince photobook project, as reported by The Art Newspaper. Al currently (2026) has an online store where some of Prince's iconic images can be purchased. Reference Links Amazon book page for Prince: Before the Rain: https://www.amazon.com/Prince-Before-Rain-Allen-Beaulieu/dp/1681341212 Goodreads entry for Prince: Before the Rain: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/39799299-prince YouTube interview with Allen Beaulieu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLO7DNNHJno The Art Newspaper article on legal dispute: https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2022/07/11/abandoned-prince-photobook-lawsuit Minnesota Historical Society shop page: https://shop.mnhs.org/products/prince Weisman Art Museum exhibition info: https://wam.umn.edu/allen-beaulieu

(Source: Deadline  *) The upcoming sci‑fi epic based on Andy Weir’s 2021 bestseller. The film arrives in theaters on March 20, 2026 , and the new trailer finally gives audiences a full look at Rocky , the alien who becomes Ryan Gosling’s unexpected partner in a galaxy‑wide crisis. The trailer dropped with a splashy Los Angeles stunt — Gosling tossing a neon‑green football through the donut hole atop Randy’s Donuts — before cutting to the film’s central relationship: a stranded astronaut and an alien who discover they’re chasing the same answers. Set to Prince’s “I Would Die 4 U,”  the trailer highlights the emotional core of the story as Gosling’s Ryland Grace uses a translation device to decode Rocky’s language, assign him a voice, and form a bond that becomes essential to their mission. Grace, a middle‑school science teacher with a doctorate in molecular biology, is recruited to help solve a crisis: every star in the galaxy is dying except one . As he jokes in an earlier clip, “I put the not  in astronaut ,” but the stakes soon pull him into a last‑chance mission to save Earth. The new footage also revisits Rocky’s first appearance — a tap on the glass that mirrors a key moment from the novel — and expands on their shared goal: saving their respective solar systems from collapse. Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller , with a screenplay by Drew Goddard , the film reunites the creative team behind The Martian . The cast includes Sandra Hüller, Lionel Boyce, Ken Leung, and Milana Vayntrub . Previous trailers have featured music cues from Harry Styles’ “Sign of the Times”  and Oasis’ “Champagne Supernova.” With its blend of high‑concept science, emotional storytelling, and a soundtrack that now includes Prince, Project Hail Mary  is shaping up to be one of 2026’s most anticipated releases .

A Limited‑Edition Tribute Pressing A bespoke purple‑era collectible pairing two late‑period Prince statements — issued exclusively with the Musikexpress Prince special edition ✦ Summary Released 13 February 2026 as part of the Musikexpress Prince tribute issue, this exclusive 7" vinyl single brings together “Baltimore” and “Stare” — two defining tracks from Prince’s final decade. Pressed solely for this commemorative edition, the single is unavailable through retail channels, making it a unique artifact for collectors marking ten years since Prince’s passing. “Baltimore,” originally released in 2015, stands as one of Prince’s most socially resonant works, written in response to the death of Freddie Gray and performed at the Rally 4 Peace concert. “Stare,” first issued through streaming platforms the same year, showcases Prince’s late‑career funk minimalism — playful, stripped‑back, and unmistakably his. Together, the tracks form a concise portrait of Prince’s creative urgency during the HITnRUN era, presented here in a format that echoes the tactile intimacy of his classic singles. ✦ Highlights • Exclusive 7" vinyl single included only with Musikexpress (03/26) • Released 13 February 2026 • Features “Baltimore” and “Stare” • Not available separately or digitally • Commemorates 10 years since Prince’s passing • Limited collector’s pressing • Part of the HitnRun retrospective package ✦ Track Details 7" Vinyl – 2026 (Musikexpress Exclusive) Side A: Baltimore Side B: Stare (Track lengths follow original digital releases) ✦ Reissues & Global Variants • No standalone release • No digital edition • No alternate artwork • Only available bundled with Musikexpress 03/26 ✦ Production and Context • Pressed specifically for the Musikexpress Prince tribute issue • Celebrates Prince’s late‑period activism and funk experimentation • “Baltimore” originally released in 2015 as a social justice anthem • “Stare” debuted the same year, showcasing minimalist funk • Both tracks represent the creative spirit of the HITnRUN era • Vinyl format chosen to honor Prince’s lifelong love of physical media ✦ Singles Released Baltimore — 2015 (digital) Stare — 2015 (digital) Baltimore / Stare — 2026 (exclusive 7" vinyl) ✦ Chart Performance (Not applicable — exclusive magazine insert) ✦ ALT TEXT (SEO) ✦ Discography Sidebar HitnRun Era Releases: Baltimore (Single) — 2015 Stare (Single) — 2015 HITnRUN Phase One — 2015 HITnRUN Phase Two — 2015 Baltimore / Stare (Exclusive 7") — 2026 ✦ Prince Era Mini‑Timeline 2015 — “Baltimore” and “Stare” released 2015 — HITnRUN Phase One and Phase Two 2016 — Prince passes away 2026 — Exclusive 7" issued with Musikexpress tribute ✦ Glam Flashback This exclusive 7" captures two sides of Prince’s late‑period brilliance: the activist urgency of “Baltimore” and the stripped‑down funk swagger of “Stare.” Pressed a decade after his passing, the single feels like a time capsule — a reminder of how fiercely alive and creatively restless Prince remained until the very end. As a collector’s piece, it bridges memory and music with elegant simplicity. ✦ Image & Artwork Copyright Notice All images, photographs, and artwork referenced or displayed in this post remain the property of their respective copyright holders. They are included strictly for historical, educational, and archival purposes under fair‑use principles. No ownership is claimed, and all rights belong to the original creators, photographers, designers, and publishers. ✦ Sources Information provided by the user. ✦ Excerpt An exclusive 7" pairing “Baltimore” and “Stare” — a limited tribute pressing honoring Prince’s final creative era.

✦ Musikexpress Special Edition + Exclusive 7" Vinyl Single A commemorative collector’s issue marking ten years since Prince’s passing — complete with an exclusive “Baltimore” / “Stare” 7" single ✦ Summary Released February 13, 2026, this Musikexpress special edition pays tribute to Prince a decade after his passing, centering on the feature “HitnRun – The Final Act of the Pop Genius.” The issue examines Prince’s late‑career innovations, the creative arc of the HitnRun era, and the enduring influence of his final studio experiments. The magazine includes an exclusive 7" vinyl single featuring “Baltimore” and “Stare,” pressed specifically for this issue and unavailable elsewhere — making it an essential item for collectors and archivists. The magazine also includes a 10 page article As I please and according to my whim By André Boße PRINCE Always these contradictions! Ten years ago, Prince died. A pop genius. An internet pioneer who rejects streaming. A global star who feels disadvantaged. A gender-fluid artist who joins the Jehovah's Witnesses. A queer thought leader with homophobic lyrics. And while other pop celebrities are recording "We Are The World," he throws a party that lands his bodyguard in jail. Bad? No. Because Prince was an artist. And art must forgo unambiguity. Even if it hurts. For everyone who likes things unambiguous, Prince is as stressful as a compass that immediately recalibrates as soon as you think you've found north. In 1992, he states: His name is Prince, and he's funky. "My name is Prince, the one and only." A few months later, in 1993, he gives himself a speechless symbol that unites femininity and masculinity. Gender-fluid In 2001, he joined the Jehovah's Witnesses, a sect with a terribly strict gender and sexual morality. Among other things, masturbation is considered "impurity" that must be confessed. Which makes the "Watchtower" group a remarkable religious community for someone like Prince, who wrote at least two blatant masturbation-motivation songs, "Darling Nikki" and "Jack U Off." A sample lyric from "Darling Nikki," the last track on the A-side of *Purple Rain*, Prince's 1984 pop blockbuster: "I met her in a hotel lobby / Masturbating with a magazine." Bam! The song landed on Tipper Gore's "Filthy Fifteen" list, the 15 dirtiest pop songs, the starting point for the "Parental Advisory" stickers with which virtuous parents try to warn against filth on recordings. Consistently inconsistent Back to the symbol: It's not meant to be spoken, but it's meant to evoke emotions. This makes the symbol an emoji long before emojis began flooding the internet. As early as 1981, Prince used shortcuts like 4 for "for," U for "you," B for "be," and the peace sign in the album title of SIGN THE TIMES. This "sensational spelling" also wouldn't be known until many 25 musikexpress FOTO: GETTY IMAGES FOTO: NANDY MCCLEAN/PRINCE ESTATE Beyond the Prince tribute, the issue spans a wide cultural spectrum: German battle rap pioneers reflect on 30 years of the genre; Aerosmith receive a career‑spanning profile; Kraftwerk are celebrated as the “Beatles of electronic music”; and the annual Pop Poll 2025 highlights the year’s highs and lows. Additional features include Peaches, David Bowie’s Station to Station re‑release, Mitski, Calexico, The Damned, Rocko Schamoni, Momoko Gill, and more. A beautifully curated, multi‑layered homage — blending journalism, archival insight, and exclusive music. ✦ Highlights • Exclusive 7" vinyl single: “Baltimore” / “Stare” • Feature story: HitnRun – The Final Act of the Pop Genius • Released 13 February 2026 • Free shipping within Germany • EU / Switzerland / Worldwide shipping: +5,90 EUR • Includes Pop Poll 2025 results • Features on Aerosmith, Kraftwerk, Peaches, David Bowie, Mitski & more • Limited collector’s edition ✦ Contents Prince Feature • HitnRun – The Final Act of the Pop Genius • Exclusive 7" vinyl single (“Baltimore” / “Stare”) Additional Features • Masters of Rap — 30 years of German battle rap • Aerosmith — ME Heroes profile • Kraftwerk — Live with the “Beatles of electronic music” • Pop Poll 2025 — Tops and flops of the year • Peaches — XL interview • David Bowie — Station to Station re‑release deep dive • Mitski, Calexico, The Damned, Rocko Schamoni, Momoko Gill & more ✦ Reissues & Global Variants • Standard magazine edition (Germany) • Collector’s edition with exclusive 7" vinyl • International shipping available ✦ Production and Context • Released to commemorate ten years since Prince’s passing • Exclusive vinyl single produced specifically for this issue • Cover photography and design created for the 03/26 edition • Part of Musikexpress’s ongoing tradition of artist‑focused collector issues • Aligns with renewed interest in Prince’s late‑career catalogue ✦ Chart Performance (Not applicable — magazine release) ✦ Discography Sidebar HitnRun Era Releases: HITnRUN Phase One — 2015 HITnRUN Phase Two — 2015 Baltimore (Single) — 2015 Stare (Single) — 2015 Musikexpress Special Edition — 2026 ✦ Prince Era Mini‑Timeline 2015 — HITnRUN Phase One released 2015 — HITnRUN Phase Two released 2016 — Prince passes away 2026 — Musikexpress releases 10‑year tribute issue ✦ Glam Flashback This Musikexpress special captures the electricity of Prince’s final creative chapter — the restless experimentation, the digital‑age reinvention, the refusal to slow down. Pairing a deep‑dive feature with an exclusive 7" single, the issue feels like a love letter to the artist’s late‑period brilliance. It’s a reminder that even in his final years, Prince was pushing boundaries, bending genres, and reshaping the future of pop on his own terms. ✦ Image & Artwork Copyright Notice All images, photographs, and artwork referenced or displayed in this post remain the property of their respective copyright holders. They are included strictly for historical, educational, and archival purposes under fair‑use principles. No ownership is claimed, and all rights belong to the original creators, photographers, designers, and publishers. ✦ Sources https://www.musik-magazine.de/musikexpress-01-26-03/

A love song that never ages — newly unearthed, newly illuminated, newly adored ❤️ On February 14, 2026, the Prince Estate gifted the world a rare treasure: previously unseen footage of Prince performing “Adore” live in 2011, released through the official Prince channel just in time for Valentine’s Day. The performance — intimate, vocally stunning, and unmistakably heartfelt — reminds fans why “Adore” has remained one of the most cherished ballads in Prince’s entire catalogue. ✦ A Valentine’s Day Gift From the Vault The Estate has been gradually opening the vault in recent years, sharing select live performances that highlight Prince’s artistry at different stages of his career. This 2011 rendition of “Adore” is a perfect example of why these releases matter: it captures Prince in full command of his voice, his band, and the emotional architecture of the song. The timing is no accident. “Adore” has long been a Valentine’s Day anthem — a slow, devotional masterpiece that has soundtracked weddings, proposals, anniversaries, and quiet late‑night moments for nearly four decades. ✦ The Legacy of “Adore” Originally released on Sign O’ The Times in 1987, “Adore” is widely regarded as one of Prince’s greatest love songs — a lush, falsetto‑driven confession built on gospel harmonies, soul phrasing, and the unmistakable warmth of the Minneapolis sound. The song was written, produced, and performed entirely by Prince, a hallmark of the Sign O’ The Times era, where he was operating at peak creative independence. Its arrangement, vocal layering, and emotional depth reflect the intensely personal nature of the material he was crafting during that period. ✦ Why This 2011 Performance Matters Prince’s live interpretations of “Adore” evolved dramatically over the years — sometimes stripped down, sometimes extended, sometimes playful, sometimes devastatingly intimate. The newly released 2011 version captures him in a mature, soulful mode: • relaxed but precise • tender but powerful • playful but deeply connected to the audience It’s a reminder that Prince didn’t just perform “Adore” — he inhabited it. ✦ Watch the Official Release Here is the Estate’s Valentine’s Day 2026 upload: ✦ A Love Letter From the Vault This release isn’t just a video — it’s a reminder of Prince’s ability to make love feel cinematic, spiritual, and deeply human. On a day built around affection, connection, and devotion, the Estate chose the perfect offering. And as always with Prince, the timing, the emotion, and the artistry feel divinely aligned.

✦ Monie Love’s Prince‑powered hip‑hop empowerment anthem The second single from In a Word or 2, released a month ahead of the album and driven by Prince’s songwriting, production, and performance ✦ Summary Released in the USA on February 11, and in the UK on March 1, 1993, Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. was the second single from Monie Love’s album In a Word or 2, arriving a full month before the album’s worldwide release. The track was co‑written, produced, and largely performed by Prince, marking one of the most direct collaborations between him and a hip‑hop artist during the early 1990s. The single was issued in multiple US‑only formats, each containing a wide range of remixes — from hip‑hop to jazz‑infused versions — showcasing the song’s versatility and Prince’s genre‑blending production. The “Paisley Park Version” in particular highlights Prince’s unmistakable musical fingerprints. Commercially, the single performed well across several charts. It reached No. 89 on the US Billboard Hot 100, No. 56 on the R&B chart, and most notably hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Dance Music – Club Play chart. This made it the fifth Prince‑associated single to top the Club Play chart, following Nasty Girl, The Glamorous Life, Sugar Walls, and A Love Bizarre. In the UK — Monie Love’s home country — the single reached No. 18 on the Gallup Singles Chart, becoming one of her most successful releases. ✦ Highlights • Released 11 February 1993 (USA) • Second single from In a Word or 2 • Co‑written, produced, and largely performed by Prince • Multiple US‑only formats with extensive remix variations • Reached No. 1 on Billboard Dance Club Play • Fifth Prince‑associated single to top the Dance chart • Reached No. 18 in the UK • Includes the “Paisley Park Version” ✦ Track Details Cassette – USA (9 18691‑4) A. Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Radio Mix) — 4:07 B. Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Paisley Park Version) — 3:51 Cassette – USA (9 40641‑4) A1. Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Hip‑Hop Mix) — 4:12 A2. Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Born To Funk 12" Mix) — 5:56 A3. Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Funkstrumental) — 5:55 B1. Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Silky/Jazz Mix) — 7:52 B2. Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Jazzstrumental) — 3:00 B3. Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (The Freedom Mix) — 3:57 CD – USA (Warner 9 40641‑2) Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Radio Mix) — 4:07 Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Paisley Park Version) — 3:53 Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Hip Hop Mix) — 4:13 Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Silky Jazz Mix) — 7:53 Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Born 2 Funk 12" Mix) — 5:57 Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (The Freedom Mix) — 3:57 12" – USA (Warner 0‑9362‑40641‑0‑7) A1. Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Hip Hop Mix) — 4:13 A2. Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Born 2 Funk 12" Mix) — 5:57 A3. Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Funkstrumental) — 5:50 B1. Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Silky Jazz Mix) — 7:53 B2. Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Jazzstrumental) — 3:00 B3. Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (The Freedom Mix) — 3:57 12" Promo – USA (PRO CD 5801) Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Paisley Park Version) — 3:53 Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Radio Mix) — 4:07 Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Hip Hop Mix) — 4:12 ✦ Reissues & Global Variants • All formats released in the USA only • UK chart success driven by import and radio play • No European or Japanese commercial formats • No vinyl reissues ✦ Production and Context • Co‑written and produced by Prince • Prince performs most instruments • Recorded during the Carmen Electra / Love Symbol era • Represents Prince’s early‑’90s engagement with hip‑hop • Multiple remixes highlight the song’s club‑friendly structure • “Paisley Park Version” reflects Prince’s signature sound • One of Monie Love’s most successful singles internationally ✦ Singles Released Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. — February 11, 1993 ✦ Chart Performance USA • Billboard Hot Dance Music – Club Play — No. 1 • Billboard R&B Chart — No. 56 • Billboard Hot 100 — No. 89 UK • Gallup Singles Chart — No. 18 ✦ Mini Discography In a Word or 2 — 1993 Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. (Single) — 1993 Full Prince‑produced tracks from the era ✦ Mini‑Timeline Feb 1993 — Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. released in the USA Feb–Mar 1993 — Reaches No. 1 on Billboard Dance Club Play Mar 1993 — Peaks on Hot 100 and R&B charts 1993 — In a Word or 2 album released ✦ Glam Flashback Born 2 B.R.E.E.D. is one of the most vibrant intersections of hip‑hop and the Minneapolis Sound. Prince’s fingerprints are everywhere — the bassline, the synth stabs, the rhythmic precision — yet Monie Love’s delivery gives the track its swagger and purpose. Its ascent to No. 1 on the Dance chart cemented it as a club classic and a standout moment in the early ’90s Prince‑associated universe. ✦ Image & Artwork Copyright Notice All images, photographs, and artwork referenced or displayed in this post remain the property of their respective copyright holders. They are included strictly for historical, educational, and archival purposes under fair‑use principles. No ownership is claimed, and all rights belong to the original creators, photographers, designers, and publishers. ✦ Sources Prince Vault Wikipedia

Paisley Park has confirmed that Early Bird VIP tickets for Prince Celebration 2026 are officially sold out, marking another surge of demand ahead of the 10th Anniversary Celebration of Life. The update, shared on March 1, underscores the overwhelming response from fans preparing to gather in Minneapolis and St. Paul this June. The announcement reassures attendees that another ticket release — including additional VIP passes — is on the way, giving fans who missed the first round another opportunity to secure premium access. Paisley Park also noted that anyone who emailed the Celebration inbox regarding ticket issues or questions will receive a reply as staff continue reviewing incoming messages. The 2026 Celebration, taking place June 3–7, marks a decade since Prince’s passing and is expected to be one of the most significant commemorations ever held at Paisley Park. With VIP demand already exceeding expectations, anticipation continues to build for the full program reveal later this month. 💬 Official Statement @PaisleyPark March 1 Early Bird VIP tickets are officially SOLD OUT! Another ticket release (including VIP) is coming soon. If you emailed our Celebration inbox, we’re reviewing records and will respond ASAP. Check your inbox! Thank you for the love and support. See you at Prince Celebration 2026!

The 2026 Celebration will run June 3–7, 2026, expanding across Paisley Park, Downtown Minneapolis, and St. Paul. Organizers describe it as a powerful gathering designed to honor Prince’s music, artistry, and cultural impact, bringing fans, collaborators, and musicians together for five days of immersive programming. Paisley Park emphasizes that this year’s event highlights Prince’s evolution across multiple eras, including Parade, Emancipation, Chaos and Disorder, The Rainbow Children, and 3121. Early Bird tickets offer fans the first opportunity to secure access at a reduced rate before the full program is unveiled. 🎟 What Early Bird access unlocks The Early Bird window gives fans priority entry to a weekend filled with exclusive experiences, including: Guided tours of Paisley Park Unreleased concert footage Live performances Film screenings Panel discussions with collaborators A downtown block party at the Prince mural Special anniversary tributes VIP-only events such as a Gospel Brunch, hospitality suite access, and exclusive merchandise opportunities The event continues Prince’s vision of Paisley Park as a creative sanctuary—one where music, community, and self-expression converge. As the Celebration expands into the Twin Cities, it strengthens the connection between Prince’s legacy and the city that shaped him. 💬 The announcement @PaisleyPark 💜 THE PURPLE CELEBRATION STARTS NOW 💜 Early Bird tickets are LIVE for the 10th Anniversary Celebration of Life honoring Prince Rogers Nelson. A decade later, the music still lives and the legacy still shines. 🎟 http://paisleypark.com/celebration2026earlybird 4:33 PM · Feb 27, 2026 🌟 What this means for fans The 10-year mark is a deeply emotional milestone. For many, this Celebration is not just an event—it’s a pilgrimage. The Early Bird launch signals the start of a season of remembrance, joy, and community, as fans prepare to gather once again in the place Prince called home. As the full program is set to be revealed on March 25, 2026, anticipation will only continue to grow.

Prince strips everything back for a stark, electronic statement on global unrest A minimalist Fairlight‑driven single addressing the social and political crises of the late 1980s. 🟣 Summary • Released in the US on February 18, 1987, Sign “☮︎” The Times served as the lead single from Prince’s double album of the same name. • Originally developed during the Dream Factory and Crystal Ball sessions, the final version was constructed almost entirely on the Fairlight CMI, with Prince performing all vocals and instruments. • The song marked a dramatic stylistic shift: sparse, electronic, and lyrically direct, addressing HIV/AIDS, gang violence, poverty, drug epidemics, natural disasters, and nuclear anxiety. • The single achieved major commercial success, reaching No. 3 on the US Billboard Hot 100, No. 1 on the US R&B chart, and No. 10 in the UK. • Widely acclaimed, it topped the Village Voice Pazz & Jop critics’ poll for 1987 and later appeared in Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. • The cover features Cat Glover holding a large black heart, photographed by Jeff Katz. 🟣 Highlights • Lead single from Sign “☮︎” The Times • Released February 18, 1987 • Prince performs all vocals and instruments • Built almost entirely on Fairlight CMI presets • Lyrics address major social and political issues • US Billboard Hot 100 peak: No. 3 • US R&B peak: No. 1 • UK peak: No. 10 • Named Best Single of 1987 by Village Voice • Included in Rolling Stone’s “500 Greatest Songs of All Time” • Cover features Cat Glover, photographed by Jeff Katz • Music video considered an early lyric‑style video 🟣 Track Details 7" Single A. Sign o’ the Times (Edit) — 3:42 B. La, La, La, He, He, Hee — 3:21 12" Single A. Sign o’ the Times (LP Version) — 4:57 B. La, La, La, He, He, Hee (Highly Explosive) — 10:32 🟣 All Variants (Complete List) 7" Variants • US commercial 7" • US promo 7" 12" Variants • US commercial 12" • US promo 12" CD Variants • No US CD single issued in 1987 Cassette Variants • Limited cassette single releases in select territories Promo Variants • US promo 12" with LP version 🟣 Reissues & Global Variants • Multiple international 7" and 12" editions • European pressings with alternate typography • Later re‑entries on digital platforms following renewed interest in 2016 🟣 Production and Context • Written, produced, arranged, and performed by Prince • Constructed primarily on the Fairlight CMI • Recorded during the transition from the Revolution era to Prince’s new solo workflow • Lyrics reflect global anxieties of the mid‑1980s • Served as the thematic anchor for the Sign “☮︎” The Times album 🟣 Singles Released • Sign “☮︎” The Times — February 18, 1987 • If I Was Your Girlfriend — 1987 • U Got The Look — 1987 • I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man — 1987 🟣 Chart Performance • US Billboard Hot 100 — No. 3 • US Hot Black Singles — No. 1 • UK Singles Chart — No. 10 • Eurochart Hot 100 — No. 7 • New Zealand — No. 4 • Belgium (Flanders) — No. 8 • Netherlands — No. 7 • Finland — No. 9 • Italy — No. 11 • Switzerland — No. 11 • Australia — No. 29 • Austria — No. 20 • Norway — No. 7 • Sweden — No. 14 • Luxembourg — No. 6 • West Germany — No. 35 2016 Re‑Entry: • France — No. 15 🟣 Mini Discography • Parade — 1986 • Sign “☮︎” The Times — 1987 • Lovesexy — 1988 🟣 Mini‑Timeline • 1986 — Early versions developed during Dream Factory sessions • Late 1986 — Final version created on Fairlight CMI • February 18, 1987 — Single released • 1987 — Major international chart success 🟣 Glam Flashback • The single’s stark production and unflinching social commentary marked a turning point in Prince’s artistic evolution, signaling a move away from the Revolution’s lush arrangements toward a leaner, more experimental sound. #Prince #SignOTheTimes #CatGlover #JeffKatz #PaisleyPark #NowSpinning #RecordCollectors #ArchivePost 🟣 Image & Artwork Copyright Notice All images, photographs, and artwork referenced or displayed in this post remain the property of their respective copyright holders. They are included strictly for historical, educational, and archival purposes under fair‑use principles. No ownership is claimed, and all rights belong to the original creators, photographers, designers, and publishers. 🟣 Sources Sign O’ The Times era studio documentation Billboard, Cash Box, Official Charts Company Duane Tudahl — Prince and the Parade/Sign O’ The Times Era Studio Sessions Benoît Clerc — Prince: All the Songs Guitarcloud musician credits Contemporary reviews and chart reports

A pop‑funk hybrid featuring two hidden‑in‑plain‑sight Prince productions A sleek early‑’90s crossover album containing two tracks written and produced by Prince under the Paisley Park name. 🟣 Summary • Released 16 February 1993, Let’s Get Started is the second studio album by Los Angeles musician Louie Louie. • The album includes two Prince‑related tracks:  • Get Blue — written by Prince & Levi Seacer Jr., produced by Prince (as Paisley Park)  • Dance Unto The Rhythm — written by Prince & Michael Koppelman, produced by Prince (as Paisley Park) • Both songs were originally recorded in March 1991 at Paisley Park. • Prince also submitted an additional track, Hey, Louie Louie (April 1991), which was rejected and remains unreleased. • Despite three singles — The Thought of It, Brother Louie, and Walk With Me — the album did not chart. 🟣 Highlights • Released 16 February 1993 (US) • Contains two Prince‑produced and co‑written tracks • Sessions recorded at Paisley Park in 1991 • Album failed to chart despite multiple singles • Represents a rare Prince collaboration in the pop‑funk space 🟣 Track Details CD – US (Paisley Park 9 45199‑2) Let’s Get Started — 4:48 The Thought Of It — 3:19 Walk With Me — 4:57 Get Blue — 4:42 (Prince‑related) Brother Louie — 3:33 You’re So R&B — 4:02 Too Much Pressure — 4:05 All I Do Is Toss & Turn — 4:22 All In One Breath — 3:38 Dance Unto The Rhythm — 3:56 (Prince‑related) Aggression — 5:15 Cassette – US Side 1: • Let’s Get Started — 4:48 • The Thought Of It — 3:19 • Walk With Me — 4:57 • Get Blue — 4:42 (Prince‑related) • Brother Louie — 3:33 • You’re So R&B — 4:02 Side 2: • Too Much Pressure — 4:05 • All I Do Is Toss & Turn — 4:22 • All In One Breath — 3:38 • Dance Unto The Rhythm — 3:56 (Prince‑related) • Aggression — 5:15 🟣 All Variants (Complete List) CD Variants • US — Paisley Park 9 45199‑2 • Europe — Paisley Park / Warner Bros. 9362‑45199‑2 Cassette Variants • US Cassette — Paisley Park 9 45199‑4 / Warner Bros. 4‑45199 • US Promo Cassette — Paisley Park 4‑45199 / Warner Bros. 4‑45199 🟣 Reissues & Global Variants • No known reissues beyond original 1993 CD and cassette runs • European CD issued under dual Paisley Park / Warner Bros. branding • Promo cassette issued under the simplified “Eric Leeds” branding 🟣 Production and Context • Prince produced Get Blue and Dance Unto The Rhythm under the name Paisley Park • Louie Louie handled vocal production • Recording engineer: Michael Koppelman • Additional engineering by Steve Noonan (Get Blue) • Mixed by Keith “K.C.” Cohen • Additional tracking by Jim Hahn & Gay Druilet • Musicians include:  • Prince — all background vocals & instruments (Prince‑related tracks)  • Sam Masa‑rani — percussion  • Dain Noel — strings  • Reverend Dave Boruff — saxophone  • Gino Garcia — bongos  • Rosie Gaines — background vocals 🟣 Singles Released • The Thought Of It • Brother Louie • Walk With Me (No Prince‑related tracks were released as singles.) 🟣 Chart Performance • Album did not chart • No charting singles 🟣 Mini Discography • The State I’m In — 1990 • Let’s Get Started — 1993 🟣 Mini‑Timeline • March 1991 — Prince records Get Blue & Dance Unto The Rhythm • April 1991 — Prince records Hey, Louie Louie (unused) • February 1993 — Album released 🟣 Glam Flashback • Let’s Get Started sits at the crossroads of early‑’90s pop, funk, and R&B — a polished, radio‑ready project that hides two unmistakable Paisley Park fingerprints. Prince’s production brings a sleek, percussive edge to Louie Louie’s sound, while the album’s broader palette reflects the era’s push toward crossover funk‑pop sophistication. 🟣 Tag Block #LouieLouie #Prince #PaisleyPark #GetBlue #DanceUntoTheRhythm #NowSpinning #RecordCollectors #ArchivePost 🟣 Image & Artwork Copyright Notice All images, photographs, and artwork referenced or displayed in this post remain the property of their respective copyright holders. They are included strictly for historical, educational, and archival purposes under fair‑use principles. No ownership is claimed, and all rights belong to the original creators, photographers, designers, and publishers. 🟣 Sources Prince Vault Discogs Album Liner Notes