at The Armory, MPLS over 4 hours condensed into just under 4 minutes! What a Beautiful Night 💜 #Prince #Prince4Ever #PrinceLive #PrinceCelebration2026 @prince @PaisleyPark

The first-ever vinyl release of Prince’s 2001 album The Rainbow Children, issued as a limited-edition 2LP set on crystal clear vinyl with a gatefold sleeve, 16-page booklet, and rainbow slipmat. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Prince Title: The Rainbow Children Date: May 28, 2020 Label: NPG Records / Legacy / The Prince Estate Format / Type: 2×LP, Album, Limited Edition, Reissue, Crystal Clear Vinyl Country: Europe Catalogue: 19075918041 TRACK LIST Side One Rainbow Children Muse 2 The Pharaoh Digital Garden Side Two The Work Pt. 1 Everywhere The Sensual Everafter Mellow Side Three 1+1+1 Is 3 Deconstruction Wedding Feast She Loves Me 4 Me Family Name Side Four The Everlasting Now Last December (no audio) Last December (Reprise) THE STORY The Rainbow Children is Prince’s spiritually charged 2001 concept album, blending jazz, funk, and spoken word elements. This 2020 limited reissue marks its long-awaited debut on vinyl, pressed on stunning crystal clear vinyl. CONTEXT & NOTES Originally released in 2001, the album explores themes of faith, spirituality, and redemption. This special edition was part of The Prince Estate’s ongoing vinyl reissue campaign and includes a 16-page booklet with lyrics and credits plus a rainbow slipmat. PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS Limited Edition Crystal Clear Vinyl (2LP) Gatefold cover 16-page booklet with lyrics and credits Rainbow slipmat Yellow hype sticker noting the limited edition WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS Front Cover: Vibrant, colorful painting by C’babi featuring musicians and instruments with “the rainbow children” title Back Cover: Tracklist presented as “chapters” over the artwork Vinyl: Crystal clear with standard labels RELATED MATERIAL Rave In2 The Joy Fantastic Limited Purple Vinyl (2019) Musicology Limited Purple Vinyl (2019) 3121 Limited Purple Vinyl (2019) SOURCES Discogs, The Prince Estate, Sony Music, We Are Vinyl All album artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

When Jesse Johnson left The Time, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis were suddenly without their guitarist and wondering how the band would continue. Prince called them up and asked, “What’s happening with Jesse?” They replied, “He’s just being Jesse.” Prince then asked, “Have you got it sorted?” When they said not yet, Prince didn’t hesitate: “I’ll be your guitar player!” That single phone call and Prince’s willingness to step in as guitarist helped keep The Time moving forward during a difficult moment. Jimmy Jam has often said that Prince “set us free” — giving them the confidence and support to eventually step out on their own as producers while still maintaining their connection to the Minneapolis Sound family. A perfect example of Prince’s loyalty, vision, and hands-on approach to the artists he believed in.

started with a panel titled featuring Maya McClean, Ashley Tamar Davis, Cassandra O'Neal and the one and only Lisa Coleman. Here are some highlights

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” All magazine scans, photographs and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

A striking cover story from Satellite Times magazine featuring an exclusive interview with Prince, promoted as a major highlight alongside a competition to win a fairytale trip to see him perform in Paris. PUBLICATION Publication: Satellite Times Date: July 1993 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover Title: Prince Talks! / Win a Fairytale Trip to See Prince THE STORY This vibrant cover features a close-up portrait of Prince with dramatic lighting and his hand near his face. The bold multicolored headline “THE Prince OF POP IN PARIS” promotes an exclusive interview and a reader competition offering tickets to see Prince live in Paris plus other prizes. The issue also highlights other stars like Kathleen Turner, Yasmin Le Bon, Gene Hackman, and Tony Jacklin. CONTEXT AND NOTES Published in July 1993 during Prince’s active touring and promotional period (around The Hits/The B-Sides), this cover reflects his continued mainstream popularity in the UK. The “Prince Talks!” exclusive captures public interest in his thoughts at a time when he was beginning to push boundaries with his identity and label relations. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Exclusive Interview Cover Story + Reader Competition Era: Early 1990s / Pre-Symbol Era Tone: Glamorous, exciting, promotional Photography: Dramatic, intimate close-up portrait Audience: UK satellite TV, music, and entertainment readers WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The full front cover of Satellite Times magazine with Prince prominently featured, bold colorful typography, and promotional text for the interview and competition. Includes the magazine’s masthead and other celebrity features listed on the cover. RELATED MATERIAL Prince (May 5–12, 1993) AAOOW! – Time Out London (UK) Prince (Fall/Winter 1993) NPG Catalogue Volume 1 – New Power Generation (US) COPYRIGHT NOTICE All magazine scans, photographs and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

Prince’s performance (that took place on June 1st) is broadcast on ABC television in the US Prince performs The Word, Get On The Boat, The Glamorous Life & A Love Bizarre with a band including Sheila E. Morris Hayes Renato Neto, Greg Boyer, Maceo Parker, Shelby J. and Maya & Nandy McClean (The Twinz)

“Women of Prince’s Musical Legacy” with Maya McClean, Ashley Támar Davis, Cassandra O’Neal and the one and only Lisa Coleman! More clips coming soon! #Prince #Prince4Ever #PrinceLegacy #PrinceCelebration @prince @PaisleyPark

at First Avenue for the Prince Celebrat10n 2026 kick off gig last night, June 3rd 💜

Timeless, a 10-track compilation featuring rare and previously unreleased studio recordings from Prince’s legendary Paisley Park Vault, will be released on 28 August 2026 via Sony. Spanning nearly four decades of Prince’s career (1977–2016), the collection brings together tracks that have remained hidden until now, offering fresh insight into his creative process across different eras. Highlighted Tracks: "I Am You" – A home recording from 1978, performed live only twice in early 1979. "Tick Tick Bang" – An unreleased 1981 version (later reworked for Graffiti Bridge). "Heaven" – Recorded in 1985, previously unissued. "I Wonder" – Recorded in 1989, also previously unreleased. "Stone" – 1995 recording, at one point considered for Emancipation. "The Guilty Ones" – A more recent unreleased track from 2007. "With This Tear" – The 1991 recording made available digitally in 2026 for the 10th anniversary of Prince’s death. "How Come You Don’t Call Me Anymore" (Live) – A live version of the classic 1999 B-side. Other tracks include "Calabama" and "Bestest Friend". The audio has been meticulously mastered (and in many cases newly mixed) by Chris James, the Grammy-nominated engineer who has worked on recent Prince Atmos mixes and is now regarded as a trusted custodian of the Prince catalog. Release Formats: Vinyl LP (12" black vinyl) CD edition Timeless arrives as a carefully curated snapshot of Prince’s boundless creativity — from intimate early demos to later-period gems. This is shaping up to be one of the most exciting Prince archival releases in recent years. Pre-order now available from Amazon usa 20.58 Rough Trade usa 22.24 Rough Trade uk 24.99 JPC de 26.93 and other retail outlets like HMV (UK)

Prince account has dropped a brand-new, previously unreleased single titled “Stone” from his forthcoming compilation album Timeless, due for release on August 28, 2026. Announcement Details The track “Stone” (3:08) is the first preview from the 10-track album. The official announcement was made via social media and YouTube, quickly generating excitement among fans worldwide. Full Tracklist for Timeless I Am You – 4:44 Tick Tick Bang – 3:13 Heaven – 4:29 I Wonder – 4:11 With This Tear – 3:53 Stone – 3:08 ← New Single Calabash – 3:31 The Guilty Ones – 4:15 Bestest Friend – 4:38 How Come You Don’t Call Me Anymore? (Live) – 5:54 Significance “Stone” offers fans a fresh taste of Prince’s unmistakable style — smooth, soulful, and emotionally charged. As the lead single from Timeless, it builds anticipation for what promises to be a major posthumous release celebrating Prince’s enduring musical legacy. The striking silhouette artwork for the single (Prince in a powerful pose with guitar against a vibrant purple and blue background) has already become a talking point among fans. Sources: Official Prince YouTube channel @drfukkenberry on X (Twitter) – who first shared the full tracklist and link