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- Prince (August 28, 2015) – “This Could B Us (Remix)” Format: Digital Single
Promo CD single - UK Artist: Prince Title: This Could B Us (Remix) Label: NPG Records / Universal Music Group Country: Worldwide Catalogue: Digital release Date: 28 August 2015 F ormat: Digital Single Tracklist (Digital): 1 — This Could B Us (4:11) Tracklist (CD Promo): 1 — This Could B Us (4:11) This Could B Us (Remix) was released digitally on 28 August 2015 as the third single from Prince’s 38th studio album Hitnrun Phase One, issued two weeks later. Although the album had already been announced, this was the first single released following that announcement. The single version matched the mix first streamed on Tidal three days earlier — a newly recorded and remixed version of the track originally released the previous year on Art Official Age. The remix incorporated additional production and arrangement changes, reflecting Prince’s evolving digital‑era release strategy. Promo CD single - UK RECORDING [Your recording text here] STYLE & THEMES [Your style & themes text here] TRACK‑BY‑TRACK NOTES • This Could B Us — Remix version first streamed on Tidal; additional recording and production compared to the Art Official Age original. RELEASE HISTORY Released digitally worldwide on 28 August 2015. First appeared on Tidal three days prior. Issued as part of the rollout for Hitnrun Phase One. Digital platforms included iTunes, Amazon, JunoDownload and Qobuz. A UK CD promo was also circulated without a catalogue number. The Duluth News-Tribune Duluth, Minnesota · Thursday, September 17, 2015 CHARTS & CERTIFICATIONS USA — Billboard Adult R&B Songs Entry Date: 21 Feb. 2015 Peak Position: 19 Weeks on Chart: 12 PERSONNEL Prince — vocals, instruments, production PRODUCTION Produced by Prince Label: NPG Records / Universal Music Group Catalogue numbers: CONTEMPORARY PRESS ARCHIVE SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2 All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non‑commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.
- Prince (October 19, 2019) I Feel for You (Acoustic Demo) - Digital Single / 7" Single
A rediscovered cassette‑tape treasure capturing 20‑year‑old Prince in a moment of pure, unfiltered creativity RELEASE DETAILS Date: October 19, 2019 Catalogue: Not assigned (anniversary release) Format: Digital Single + Limited 7" Vinyl Single Country: Worldwide A-Side: “I Feel for You (Acoustic Demo)” – 4:31 B-Side (7"): “I Feel for You” (Album Version) – 3:25 THE STORY Released on October 19, 2019 by The Prince Estate and Warner Records to mark the 40th anniversary of the Prince album, “I Feel for You (Acoustic Demo)” presents a previously unheard 1979 recording of the track. Captured on a cassette tape, the demo features Prince alone with an acoustic guitar, pressing “record,” clearing his throat, and feeling his way through the song that would later become a Grammy-winning classic. CONTEXT & NOTES Recorded in winter 1978–1979, this early demo predates the polished album version by mere months. The recording offers a rare, intimate glimpse into Prince’s songwriting process at age 20. The 2019 release includes both the acoustic demo and the original studio version on the limited 7" vinyl, celebrating one of Prince’s most enduring compositions. TRACK LIST Digital Single I Feel for You (Acoustic Demo) – 4:31 7" Vinyl Single A. I Feel for You (Acoustic Demo) – 4:31 B. I Feel for You (Album Version) – 3:25 CHART PERFORMANCE Not applicable (anniversary archival release) PERSONNEL Prince – vocals, acoustic guitar (demo) PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Limited 7" vinyl edition Digital release available on all major platforms Part of the 40th anniversary celebrations for the Prince album WHAT THE LABEL / SLEEVE SHOWS Limited 7" with custom 2019 anniversary artwork featuring Prince-era imagery. RELATED MATERIAL Prince (1979 album) I Feel for You (Chaka Khan cover, 1984) Early Prince vault releases For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Prince Vault • Sleevographia2 • Warner Records / Prince Estate official announcement • Discogs All single artwork, photographs, logos, 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. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.
- Prince (September 24, 2020) – "Sign O’ The Times" b/w "Witness 4 The Prosecution (Version 1)" Single: Germany
Released on September 24, 2020, this special 7" vinyl single was issued as a covermount with the German edition of Rolling Stone magazine. The release was created as part of the promotional campaign surrounding the reissue and Super Deluxe Edition of Sign O’ The Times. The single paired the title track "Sign O’ The Times" with "Witness 4 The Prosecution (Version 1)", an archival recording from the Dream Factory era that remained unreleased for decades. Its inclusion introduced a wider audience to one of the most discussed vault recordings associated with Prince’s mid-1980s creative period while simultaneously promoting the expanded Sign O’ The Times project. The release was issued exclusively as a 7" vinyl single accompanying the German edition of Rolling Stone magazine. Unlike a standard commercial single release, the record functioned as a promotional covermount tied directly to the marketing campaign for the Sign O’ The Times Super Deluxe Edition. The single combined a previously released classic Prince recording with a historically significant vault track that had only recently been made publicly available in 2020. RELEASE HISTORY On September 24, 2020, "Sign O’ The Times" b/w "Witness 4 The Prosecution (Version 1)" was released as a 7" vinyl covermount with the German edition of Rolling Stone magazine. Earlier in 2020, "Witness 4 The Prosecution (Version 1)" had been issued digitally on streaming platforms on June 25, while "Witness 4 The Prosecution (Version 2)" followed on August 13. Both recordings subsequently appeared on the Sign O’ The Times Super Deluxe Edition, with Version 1 included on Vault Tracks Part 1 and Version 2 included on Vault Tracks Part 2. PERSONNEL Prince — vocals, instruments Wendy Melvoin — guitar, background vocals Lisa Coleman — organ, background vocals Eric Leeds — saxophone Atlanta Bliss — trumpet Susannah Melvoin — background vocals Personnel listed for "Witness 4 The Prosecution (Version 1)". PRINCE SINGLES CHRONOLOGY "Hot Summer" (2020) "Sign O’ The Times" / "Witness 4 The Prosecution (Version 1)" (2020) "Little Red Corvette" / "1999" (2021) NOTES "Witness 4 The Prosecution (Version 1)" originated from a recording session held on March 14, 1986, at Prince’s Galpin Blvd Home Studio in Chanhassen, Minnesota. Additional work on the recording took place on April 15, 1986, while Prince was in France filming additional scenes for Under The Cherry Moon. During this session, Wendy Melvoin, Lisa Coleman, Susannah Melvoin and Eric Leeds contributed further recordings at the Galpin Blvd studio. Although absent from a late-April 1986 configuration of Dream Factory, the song later appeared on both the June 3, 1986 and July 18, 1986 configurations of the project. A completely new version of the song was recorded on October 7, 1986, at Sunset Sound in Hollywood, California. This later recording was intended for possible use by Taja Sevelle. In March 1987, a cassette containing "Witness 4 The Prosecution", "Chocolate" and "Movie Star" was given to Miles Davis. While Davis later performed "Movie Star" live, no studio recordings of these songs were produced by him. Between 1998 and 1999, the original version of the track was considered for inclusion on the proposed Roadhouse Garden album, a planned collection of Prince and the Revolution-era material. The project ultimately remained unreleased. In September 2020, both the original recording and the later re-recorded version finally received official release as part of the Sign O’ The Times Super Deluxe Edition. TRACKLIST TABLE (ALL FORMATS) Format Country Side Title 7" Vinyl Covermount (Rolling Stone Magazine) Germany A Sign O’ The Times 7" Vinyl Covermount (Rolling Stone Magazine) Germany B Witness 4 The Prosecution (Version 1) SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2 All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non‑commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.
- Prince (October 24, 1988) – “I Wish U Heaven” b/w “Scarlet Pussy” Single: UK
“I Wish U Heaven” was the third single taken from Prince’s tenth album, Lovesexy. The single first appeared in the USA on September 20, 1988, followed by its UK release on October 24, 1988. It received releases in a number of countries and appeared approximately four and a half months after the album. The presentation was notably different from that of the first two Lovesexy singles, “Alphabet St.” and “Glam Slam”. Those releases had used clear sleeves with the principal artwork presented on stickers, whereas “I Wish U Heaven” returned to a conventional fully illustrated sleeve. Its cover photograph was taken from the “I Wish U Heaven” video. 7" with poster sleeve - UK - W7745W An unusual variation also appeared in the way the title was presented. On the record labels and on Lovesexy, the song is identified as “I Wish U Heaven”, but the single's cover artwork shortens this to “Wish U Heaven”. The single was backed by the non-album recording “Scarlet Pussy”, credited to Camille, Prince’s pseudonym. This made the release unusual within Prince’s singles catalogue because the B-side was not formally credited to Prince. On the CD editions, “Scarlet Pussy” was not identified in the printed tracklisting despite being present on the disc. 7" with poster sleeve - UK - W7745W This effectively made it the first hidden track on a Prince release. By contrast, the vinyl and cassette editions openly listed “Scarlet Pussy” and credited it to Camille. The 12" configuration substantially expanded “I Wish U Heaven” into the 10:12 “Part 1, 2 & 3”, transforming the comparatively brief album recording into an extended three-part piece. STYLE & THEMES “I Wish U Heaven” has a strongly spiritual emphasis, something developed considerably further by the extended 12" treatment. 7" with poster sleeve - UK - W7745W Part One reworks the Lovesexy recording into a more stripped-back dance-oriented arrangement, removing much of the original drum programming and rhythm-guitar material. Part Two moves towards gospel and introduces new lyrics while continuing the song's spiritual direction. Material from this section was also performed during the Lovesexy World Tour. The section includes a reference back to “Housequake”, acknowledges Sheila E., whose voice can also be heard, and introduces the Blue Angel guitar. Part Three departs more substantially from the original song and draws upon the outtake “Take This Beat”. Prince adopts his Jamie Starr persona during this section, turning the performance towards a humorous celebration of his musicianship and funk credentials before the piece concludes with the title repeated in a loop. 7" with poster sleeve - UK - W7745W “Scarlet Pussy” provides a deliberate contrast to the spirituality of the A-side. Credited to Camille, it uses Prince's altered Camille vocal style alongside a contrasting lowered vocal. The recording also features a saxophone solo by Eric Leeds. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES • I Wish U Heaven — The standard album/LP version runs 2:43 and formed the principal version used for the regular single. • I Wish U Heaven (Part 1, 2 & 3) — The extended 12" version develops the song into a 10:12 three-part suite. Its sections move from a stripped-back dance remix through gospel-inflected material and finally into a more radically altered third section based around “Take This Beat”. • I Wish U Heaven (Radio Edit of Remix) — A 4:25 promotional edit of the remix. • I Wish U Heaven (Single Edit of Remix) — A longer 5:45 promotional edit of the remix. • Scarlet Pussy — The full 6:09 non-album B-side, credited to Camille. • Scarlet Pussy (Edit) — The 4:10 edit used on the standard 7", cassette and some CD configurations. 7" - UK - W7745 RELEASE HISTORY “I Wish U Heaven” was issued in the USA on September 20, 1988 and followed in the UK on October 24, 1988 as the third single from Lovesexy. Paisley Park Records and Warner Bros. handled the release, which appeared internationally in a variety of configurations including 7", poster-bag 7", 12", cassette and CD editions. The standard 7" coupled the 2:43 version of “I Wish U Heaven” with the 4:10 edit of “Scarlet Pussy”. Catalogue numbers supplied include 7-27745 in the USA, W7745 in the UK, 7-27745 in Japan, 927 745-7 in Germany and MX301581-2 in Australia. 7" - UK - W7745 The UK also received a special 7" poster-bag edition under catalogue number W7745W. The standard 12" replaced the short versions with the complete 10:12 “I Wish U Heaven (Part 1, 2 & 3)” and the full 6:09 “Scarlet Pussy”. Catalogue numbers supplied for these editions include US 0-21074, UK W7745T, German 921 074-0 and Australian MX301669-70. A UK poster edition carried catalogue number W7745TW. The UK CD maxi, W7745CD, and German CD maxi, 921 074-2, contained the extended “I Wish U Heaven (Part 1, 2 & 3)” followed by the full version of “Scarlet Pussy”. Significantly, “Scarlet Pussy” was not listed on the CD packaging despite appearing on the disc. 7" - UK - W7745 A Japanese CD single, 10P3-6052, instead used the standard 2:43 “I Wish U Heaven” with the 4:10 edit of “Scarlet Pussy”. The supplied information also documents several American promotional releases. The 7" promotional edition, 7-27745, placed the 2:43 LP version on both sides. Promotional 12" PRO-S-3371 paired the 4:25 Radio Edit of Remix with the 5:45 Single Edit of Remix. Another 12" promotional pressing, PRO-A-3283, contained the 2:43 LP version on both sides. A US promotional CD, PRO CD 3242, contained the 2:43 LP version. The single was not released as a digital format. 7" - UK - W7745 CHARTS & CERTIFICATIONS AMERICA USA: Billboard Hot Black Singles — Entry: October 15, 1988 — Peak: 18 — Weeks: 12 The single did not enter the US Billboard Hot 100. EUROPE Belgium: Ultratop Flanders — Entry: November 5, 1988 — Peak: 26 — Weeks: 4 Germany: MusikWoche Top 100 Singles — Entry: November 7, 1988 — Peak: 53 — Weeks: 4 Ireland: IRMA Singles Chart — Entry: October 27, 1988 — Peak: 9 — Weeks: 4 The Netherlands: Dutch Top 40 — Entry: October 29, 1988 — Peak: 19 — Weeks: 5 UK: Gallup Singles Chart — Entry: November 5, 1988 — Peak: 24 — Weeks: 5 Additional supplied chart information gives “I Wish U Heaven” a peak of No. 8 on the Italian Music & Media Airplay chart, No. 17 on Radio Luxembourg and No. 20 on the Netherlands Single Top 100. Stickered 12" with poster - UK - W7745TW PACIFIC New Zealand: Recorded Music NZ — Peak: 24 CERTIFICATIONS The single received no certifications in the USA or elsewhere according to the supplied information. AWARDS The single received no awards in the USA or elsewhere according to the supplied information. PERSONNEL Prince — lead and backing vocals, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, Fairlight CMI, synthesisers, bass guitar, Dynacord ADD-One and Linn LM-1 Eric Leeds — saxophone solo on “Scarlet Pussy” Sheila E. — voice heard during Part Two of “I Wish U Heaven (Part 1, 2 & 3)” PRODUCTION Label: Paisley Park Records / Warner Bros. Stickered 12" with poster - UK - W7745TW Colored 12" - UK - W7745T Colored 12" - UK - W7745T Mini CD single (3") - EU - 921 074-2 W7745CD Mini CD single (3") - EU - 921 074-2 W7745CD RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE Artist Title Label Country Catalogue Date Format Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. USA 7-27745 September 20, 1988 7" Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. UK W7745 October 24, 1988 7" Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Japan 7-27745 1988 7" Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Germany 927 745-7 1988 7" Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Australia MX301581-2 1988 7" Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. UK W7745W October 24, 1988 7" Poster Bag Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. USA 4-27745 1988 Cassette Single Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Japan 10P3-6052 1988 CD Single Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. USA 0-21074 1988 12" Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. UK W7745T October 24, 1988 12" Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. UK W7745TW October 24, 1988 12" Poster Edition Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Germany 921 074-0 1988 12" Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Australia MX301669-70 1988 12" Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. UK W7745CD October 24, 1988 CD Maxi Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Germany 921 074-2 1988 CD Maxi Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. USA 7-27745 1988 7" Promo Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. USA PRO-S-3371 1988 12" Promo Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. USA PRO-A-3283 1988 12" Promo Prince I Wish U Heaven Paisley Park / Warner Bros. USA PRO CD 3242 1988 CD Promo TRACKLIST TABLE (ALL FORMATS) Format Catalogue Tracklisting USA 7" 7-27745 A. I Wish U Heaven (2:43) B. Scarlet Pussy (Edit) (4:10) – Camille UK 7" W7745 A. I Wish U Heaven (2:43) B. Scarlet Pussy (Edit) (4:10) – Camille Japan 7" 7-27745 A. I Wish U Heaven (2:43) B. Scarlet Pussy (Edit) (4:10) – Camille Germany 7" 927 745-7 A. I Wish U Heaven (2:43) B. Scarlet Pussy (Edit) (4:10) – Camille Australia 7" MX301581-2 A. I Wish U Heaven (2:43) B. Scarlet Pussy (Edit) (4:10) – Camille UK 7" Poster Bag W7745W A. I Wish U Heaven (2:43) B. Scarlet Pussy (Edit) (4:10) – Camille USA Cassette Single 4-27745 1. I Wish U Heaven (2:43) 2. Scarlet Pussy (Edit) (4:10) – Camille Japan CD Single 10P3-6052 1. I Wish U Heaven (2:43) 2. Scarlet Pussy (Edit) (4:10) – Camille USA 12" 0-21074 A. I Wish U Heaven (Part 1, 2 & 3) (10:12) B. Scarlet Pussy (6:09) – Camille UK 12" W7745T A. I Wish U Heaven (Part 1, 2 & 3) (10:12) B. Scarlet Pussy (6:09) – Camille UK 12" Poster Edition W7745TW A. I Wish U Heaven (Part 1, 2 & 3) (10:12) B. Scarlet Pussy (6:09) – Camille Germany 12" 921 074-0 A. I Wish U Heaven (Part 1, 2 & 3) (10:12) B. Scarlet Pussy (6:09) – Camille Australia 12" MX301669-70 A. I Wish U Heaven (Part 1, 2 & 3) (10:12) B. Scarlet Pussy (6:09) – Camille UK CD Maxi W7745CD 1. I Wish U Heaven (Part 1, 2 & 3) (10:12) 2. Scarlet Pussy (6:09) – unlisted Germany CD Maxi 921 074-2 1. I Wish U Heaven (Part 1, 2 & 3) (10:12) 2. Scarlet Pussy (6:09) – unlisted USA 7" Promo 7-27745 A. I Wish U Heaven (LP Version) (2:43) B. I Wish U Heaven (LP Version) (2:43) USA 12" Promo PRO-S-3371 A. I Wish U Heaven (Radio Edit of Remix) (4:25) B. I Wish U Heaven (Single Edit of Remix) (5:45) USA 12" Promo PRO-A-3283 A. I Wish U Heaven (LP Version) (2:43) B. I Wish U Heaven (LP Version) (2:43) USA CD Promo PRO CD 3242 1. I Wish U Heaven (LP Version) (2:43) NOTES The pairing of the spiritually focused “I Wish U Heaven” with the much more provocative “Scarlet Pussy” created a particularly striking contrast between the two sides of the single. “Scarlet Pussy” appeared under Prince's Camille identity. Its use as the B-side therefore marked the first occasion on which the reverse of a Prince single was not formally credited to Prince himself, even though Camille was Prince's own pseudonym. The CD configuration produced another unusual distinction. Because “Scarlet Pussy” was included but left off the printed tracklisting, it effectively became Prince's first hidden track. “Scarlet Pussy” employs the distinctive altered vocal treatment associated with Camille, while also incorporating a lowered vocal sound. Eric Leeds contributes a saxophone solo. The edit of “Scarlet Pussy” subsequently appeared on The Hits/The B-Sides in 1993. The extended “I Wish U Heaven (Part 1, 2 & 3)” radically develops the shorter Lovesexy recording. Its opening section reshapes the song with a leaner dance arrangement; the second moves towards gospel and continues its spiritual theme; and the third incorporates material originating with “Take This Beat” while introducing Prince's Jamie Starr persona. Material from the extended version also became part of performances during the Lovesexy World Tour, where Prince incorporated audience participation and call-and-response elements. The artwork restored a full picture sleeve after the more unconventional presentation of the preceding Lovesexy singles. Although the recording itself remained titled “I Wish U Heaven” on the labels, the front artwork presented it simply as “Wish U Heaven”. The supplied reference information also records US Copyright Office entry SR0000102073, dated November 16, 1988, for “Scarlet Pussy” by Camille. SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2, RockfilesUK. All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.
- Elisa Fiorillo (October 22, 1990) – "On The Way Up (7" Power Mix)" b/w "On The Way Up (LP Version)" Format: 7" Single: UK
"On The Way Up" was the first single taken from Elisa Fiorillo's second album, I Am. Following its initial American release during September 1990, the single was issued in the United Kingdom on October 22, 1990 through Chrysalis Records. Both "On The Way Up" and "I Am" were written by Prince. The single campaign developed considerably beyond the versions appearing on the parent album, with a substantial collection of edits, remixes and dub treatments prepared for the different configurations. The UK release was available across several formats, including standard and poster 7-inch editions, 12-inch vinyl, cassette and CD. International releases added further configurations in the United States, Canada, Sweden, Australia and Japan. Commercially, "On The Way Up" achieved its strongest supplied chart performances in the United States and Australia, reaching number 27 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 19 on Australia's ARIA chart. 12" - UK - CHS 123609 RECORDING Both "On The Way Up" and "I Am" were written by Prince. The single campaign included a substantial range of alternative mixes, including the 7" Power Mix, Single Edit, Jam Mix, II Mix, 12" Remix and LP Version. "I Am" was reworked for the single as "Am I Dub II", with both standard and extended versions appearing across the various formats. STYLE & THEMES The numerous versions prepared for "On The Way Up" placed particular emphasis on remixing and reworking the original album recording for different single formats. 12" - UK - CHS 123609 The 7" Power Mix provided a concise version for the principal single, while the expanded 12-inch configurations explored the song through the Jam Mix, II Mix and 12" Remix. The accompanying "Am I Dub II" transformed another composition from I Am into a companion remix specifically associated with the single campaign. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES • On The Way Up (7" Power Mix) — The 3:54 version used extensively across the commercial single campaign and featured on the UK 7-inch. • On The Way Up (LP Version) — The 4:20 album version, used as the reverse of the UK 7-inch configuration and included on several other formats. • On The Way Up (Jam Mix) — A 4:54 alternative version included on 12-inch and CD editions. • On The Way Up (II Mix) — A 6:14 extended version appearing across the 12-inch and CD configurations. • On The Way Up (12" Remix) — A 6:20 extended remix used on selected 12-inch and CD editions. • On The Way Up (Single Edit) — An additional edit issued on selected CD configurations, with supplied versions running 4:03 and 3:58. • Am I Dub II — A remix treatment of "I Am", included in different configurations and lengths across the single campaign. • Am I Dub II (Long Version) — The extended 5:37 version included on selected editions. 7" - UK - CHS 3609-1/2 RELEASE HISTORY "On The Way Up" was initially released in the United States during September 1990, shortly before the arrival of I Am. The British edition followed through Chrysalis Records on October 22, 1990. For the UK market, the 7-inch was issued as CHS 3609-1, with a poster edition carrying catalogue number CHS 3609-2. The configuration paired the 3:54 7" Power Mix with the 4:20 LP Version. UK buyers were also offered cassette, 12-inch and 5-inch CD configurations. These expanded the release beyond the basic single pairing by incorporating the Jam Mix, II Mix, 12" Remix and versions of "Am I Dub II". 7" - UK - CHS 3609-1/2 The wider international campaign included releases in the United States, Canada, Sweden, Australia and Japan, with track configurations and catalogue numbers varying between territories. CHARTS & CERTIFICATIONS AMERICA USA: Billboard Hot 100 — Entry: September 29, 1990 — Peak: 27 — Weeks: 19 USA: Billboard Hot Dance Music - Club Play — Entry: October 20, 1990 — Peak: 31 — Weeks: 5 EUROPE UK: Gallup Singles Chart — Entry: November 11, 1990 — Peak: 83 — Weeks: 1 PACIFIC Australia: ARIA Top 50 Singles — Entry: February 25, 1991 — Peak: 19 — Weeks: 9 PERSONNEL Elisa Fiorillo — performer Prince — songwriter Cassette single - UK - CHSMC 3609 PRODUCTION Label: Chrysalis Records NOTES "On The Way Up" was the first single released from Elisa Fiorillo's second album, I Am. Both "On The Way Up" and "I Am" were written by Prince. The UK single followed the initial US release and was issued on October 22, 1990. The single campaign included several non-album edits, extended mixes and dub treatments, including the 7" Power Mix, Jam Mix, II Mix, 12" Remix and "Am I Dub II". A poster version of the UK 7-inch was issued alongside the standard edition RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE Artist Title Label Country Catalogue Date Format Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis UK CHS 3609-1 October 22, 1990 7" Single Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis UK CHS 3609-2 October 22, 1990 7" Single, Poster Edition Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis UK CHSMC 3609 October 22, 1990 Cassette Single Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis UK CHS 123609 October 22, 1990 12" Single Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis UK CHS 123609 October 22, 1990 5" CD Single INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis USA 3236097 September 1990 7" Single Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis USA 4JM 23497 1990 Cassette Single Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis USA V 23498 1990 12" Single Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis USA DPRO 23599 1990 5" CD Promo Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis USA DPRO 23497 1990 5" CD Promo, Poster Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis Canada V 23498 1990 12" Single Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis Sweden 3236097 1990 7" Single Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis Sweden 3 23609 6 1990 12" Single Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis Sweden 3236092 1990 5" CD Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis Australia 2515-7 1990 7" Single Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis Australia 4JM 23497 1990 Cassette Single Elisa Fiorillo On The Way Up Chrysalis Japan TOCP-6471 1990 5" CD TRACKLIST TABLE (ALL FORMATS) Format Catalogue Tracklisting UK 7" Single CHS 3609-1 / CHS 3609-2 A. On The Way Up (7" Power Mix) (3:54) B. On The Way Up (LP Version) (4:20) UK Cassette Single CHSMC 3609 A1. On The Way Up (Power Mix) (3:54) A2. On The Way Up (LP Version) (4:20) B1. On The Way Up (Power Mix) (3:54) B2. On The Way Up (LP Version) (4:20) UK 12" Single CHS 123609 A1. On The Way Up (II Mix) (6:14) A2. On The Way Up (7" Power Mix) (3:54) B1. On The Way Up (Jam Mix) (4:54) B2. Am I Dub II (4:45) UK 5" CD CHS 123609 1. On The Way Up (7" Power Mix) (3:54) 2. On The Way Up (II Mix) (6:14) 3. On The Way Up (Jam Mix) (4:54) 4. Am I Dub II (5:45) USA / Sweden 7" 3236097 A. On The Way Up (7" Power Mix) (3:54) B. Am I Dub II (Long Version) (5:37) Australia 7" 2515-7 A. On The Way Up (7" Power Mix) (3:54) B. On The Way Up (LP Version) (4:20) USA Cassette 4JM 23497 A. On The Way Up (7" Power Mix) (3:54) B. On The Way Up (LP Version) (4:20) USA / Canada 12" V 23498 A1. On The Way Up (Jam Mix) (4:54) A2. On The Way Up (II Mix) (6:14) A3. On The Way Up (7" Power Mix) (3:54) B1. On The Way Up (12" Remix) (6:20) B2. Am I Dub II (Long Version) (5:37) Sweden 12" 3 23609 6 A1. On The Way Up (12" Remix) (6:20) A2. Am I Dub II (Long Version) (5:37) B1. On The Way Up (7" Power Mix) (3:54) B2. On The Way Up (II Mix) (6:14) Sweden 5" CD 3236092 1. On The Way Up (7" Power Mix) (3:54) 2. On The Way Up (Jam Mix) (4:54) 3. Am I Dub II (5:45) 4. On The Way Up (12" Remix) (6:20) Japan 5" CD TOCP-6471 1. On The Way Up (Single Edit) (4:03) 2. On The Way Up (7" Power Mix) (3:54) 3. On The Way Up (Jam Mix) (4:54) USA Promo CD DPRO 23599 1. On The Way Up (Single Edit) (3:58) 2. On The Way Up (7" Power Mix) (3:54) 3. On The Way Up (Jam Mix) (4:54) USA Promo CD, Poster DPRO 23497 1. On The Way Up (LP Version) (4:20) 2. On The Way Up (7" Power Mix) (3:54) 3. On The Way Up (Jam Mix) (4:54) SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2. All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.
- Prince and the New Power Generation (October 11, 2023) – Live At Glam Slam Digital Release
Prince and the New Power Generation's previously unreleased concert recording Live At Glam Slam was released digitally on streaming platforms. Recorded at Prince's Minneapolis nightclub, Glam Slam, on January 11, 1992, the performance was issued as an advance preview of the forthcoming Diamonds And Pearls Super Deluxe Edition, allowing fans to hear the complete concert ahead of the box set's release later that month. The concert captures Prince and the New Power Generation during rehearsals for the upcoming Diamonds And Pearls Tour, presenting a rare document of the era and marking the first official release of the full performance. SIGNIFICANCE The October 11, 2023 release marked the first time the complete Glam Slam performance had been made officially available. It also served as the public introduction to one of the centrepieces of the forthcoming Diamonds And Pearls Super Deluxe Edition, showcasing Prince and the New Power Generation in a live club setting just months after the release of the original Diamonds And Pearls album RELEASE HISTORY Date Release January 11, 1992 Concert recorded at Glam Slam, Minneapolis October 11, 2023 Released digitally as Live At Glam Slam October 27, 2023 Included on Diamonds And Pearls Super Deluxe Edition April 12, 2025 Reissued as a standalone Record Store Day vinyl release limited to 4,000 copies worldwide NOTES • Released to streaming platforms on October 11, 2023. • Recorded January 11, 1992 at Glam Slam, Minneapolis. • Preview release for Diamonds And Pearls Super Deluxe Edition. • Later reissued for Record Store Day 2025. Prince & The New Power Generation’s Live At Glam Slam, the complete concert recorded on January 11, 1992 at Glam Slam in Minneapolis as a preview for the Diamonds And Pearls Tour, originally included in the 2023 Diamonds And Pearls Super Deluxe Edition and released as a standalone Record Store Day 2025 exclusive on yellow vinyl. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Prince & The New Power Generation Title: Live At Glam Slam Date: April 12, 2025 (Record Store Day Exclusive) Label: NPG Records Format / Type: 3LP Yellow Vinyl (2xLP + 1xLP Single Sided Etched), 140g Country: Worldwide Catalogue: 19802895581 / RCV1 727572 / 081227811532 TRACK LIST Side One Thunder Daddy Pop Diamonds And Pearls Side Two Willing And Able Jughead The Sacrifice Of Victor Side Three Nothing Compares 2 U Thieves In The Temple Sexy M.F. Side Four Insatiable Cream / Well Done / I Want U / In The Socket (Medley) Side Five 1999 / Baby I'm A Star / Push (Medley) Gett Off Gett Off (Houstyle) Side Six Etched (Diamonds And Pearls cover artwork) THE STORY This release presents the full unedited concert from January 11, 1992 at Prince’s Glam Slam nightclub, mixed from the original 24-track masters. It showcases Prince & The New Power Generation performing Diamonds And Pearls material alongside classics and extended medleys. Originally part of the expansive Diamonds And Pearls Super Deluxe Edition box set (which also includes remastered album, b-sides, vault tracks, and Blu-ray footage), this standalone vinyl edition was issued for Record Store Day 2025 in a limited run of 4,000 copies worldwide. CONTEXT & NOTES The January 11, 1992 show served as a live preview for the Diamonds And Pearls Tour. The 2025 RSD release marks the first time the complete concert has been available as a standalone vinyl title. Pressed on glossy yellow 140g vinyl in a triple gatefold sleeve with picture inner sleeves and an etched Side Six featuring the iconic Diamonds And Pearls cover artwork. PERSONNEL Prince – vocals, guitar, keyboards Rosie Gaines – co-lead & backing vocals, organ Tony M – lead raps, backing vocals Kirk Johnson, Damon Dickson – backing vocals, percussion/dance Sonny T. – bass, backing vocals Michael B. – drums Tommy Barbarella – keyboards Levi Seacer Jr. – rhythm guitar, backing vocals Horn section and additional dancers/vocalists PRODUCTION Mixed by: Chris James Archival Production: Charles F. Spicer Jr., Duane Tudahl, L. Londell McMillan CHARTS No chart data available for this 2025 standalone release PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS Triple gatefold sleeve Yellow 140g vinyl Picture inner sleeves Side Six etched with Diamonds And Pearls cover artwork WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS The front cover shows Prince on stage in a red outfit holding a yellow guitar with his finger raised. The back cover and gatefold include full track listings by side and detailed credits. The vinyl is solid yellow with Prince & The New Power Generation silhouettes RELATED MATERIAL Diamonds And Pearls Super Deluxe Edition (2023) SOURCES Discogs, 45 Worlds, NPG Records, Record Store Day, Warner Music and sleevographia2. 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.
- Prince (October 11, 1993) – "Peach" b/w "I Wish U Heaven" CD Single (Part 2 of 2-Disc Set): UK
"Peach" was issued as the second single from Prince's first compilation releases, The Hits 1 and The Hits 2, although the track itself was drawn specifically from The Hits 2, which was also incorporated as the second disc of The Hits / The B-Sides. In the United Kingdom, it served as the first single released from the compilation campaign. The single arrived approximately three weeks after the release of the compilation albums in the UK and around two months after their US release. It subsequently received distribution in multiple territories worldwide. Its accompanying tracks were built around single edits of several lesser-charting Prince releases that had not been included on either The Hits 1 or The Hits 2. As a result, the two-disc configuration effectively functioned as a companion release to the compilation albums, gathering together material omitted from the main retrospective sets. One notable inclusion was the edited version of "Partyman". Prior to this release, that particular variation had only been available on the promotional compilation The Crown Jewels. For this commercial issue, the introductory Jack Nicholson sample taken from the Batman motion picture was removed, while Kim Basinger's sampled line, "Ooh, I love purple", remained intact. UK packaging suggests that "Peach" was originally intended to precede the release of The Hits 2. The sleeve described the song as a previously unreleased recording, while a sticker attached to the front cover explained that the artwork had been prepared before the compilation album reached the market. Commercially, the single performed strongest in the United Kingdom, where it reached number 14 on the singles chart. Elsewhere, chart results were more modest, including a placement on the US Billboard Bubbling Under The Hot 100 survey. STYLE & THEMES The release combined the contemporary compilation-era track "Peach" with a selection of edited single versions drawn from different periods of Prince's catalogue. The companion-disc concept emphasised songs omitted from the contemporary Hits compilations while providing a broader overview of Prince's single output. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES • Peach — The featured track from The Hits 2, promoted in portions of the UK campaign as a previously unreleased recording. • I Wish U Heaven — Included as a companion track and presented in its single version. • Girls & Boys (Edit) — A shortened edit selected for inclusion as part of the release's retrospective companion concept. • My Name Is Prince (Edit) — An edited single version added to broaden the collection beyond the tracks featured on the accompanying compilation albums. RELEASE HISTORY "Peach" formed part of the worldwide promotional campaign for The Hits 2. The first UK CD single was issued on October 4, 1993, followed by this second UK disc on October 11, 1993. The single later received a US release on November 18, 1993. The second UK disc expanded the collection with additional single edits and catalogue favourites omitted from The Hits 1 and The Hits 2. Together, the two CD singles provided fans with a companion set that complemented the compilation albums. CHARTS & CERTIFICATIONS UK: Gallup Singles Chart — Entry: October 16, 1993 — Peak: 14 — Weeks: 5 PERSONNEL Prince — vocals, songwriting, performance PRODUCTION Produced by Prince Label: Warner Bros. / Paisley Park Records NOTES Part 2 of a two-disc UK CD single set. The release was designed as a companion to The Hits 1 and The Hits 2, collecting a number of single edits that had been omitted from the main compilation albums. The edited version of "Partyman" associated with the single campaign had previously appeared only on the promotional compilation The Crown Jewels. For commercial release, the Jack Nicholson introduction was removed while the Kim Basinger sample remained. Packaging described "Peach" as a previously unreleased song and included a sticker explaining that the artwork had been finalised before the release of The Hits 2. Related Album: The Hits 2 Non-Album Track: Partyman (Edit) (3:07) RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE Artist Title Label Country Catalogue Date Format Prince Peach Warner Bros. / Paisley Park Records UK W0210CD2 October 11, 1993 CD Single (Part 2 of 2-Disc Set) TRACKLIST TABLE (ALL FORMATS) Format Catalogue Tracklisting CD Single W0210CD2 1. Peach (3:48) 2. I Wish U Heaven (2:43) 3. Girls & Boys (Edit) (3:27) 4. My Name Is Prince (Edit) (4:05) All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied. "Peach" was released in the United Kingdom on October 4, 1993 as the first disc of a two-part CD single set. The song served as the second single overall, and the first UK single, from Prince's first compilation releases, The Hits 1 and The Hits 2. Although included on The Hits 2, "Peach" was promoted as a previously unreleased recording. In fact, the artwork and packaging had been prepared before the compilation's release and a sticker was added to explain the discrepancy after The Hits 2 reached stores. The release arrived three weeks after the UK issue of The Hits 1 and The Hits 2 and acted as a companion piece to the compilations. Rather than relying solely on current material, the single assembled a collection of edited hit recordings that had not been included on either compilation album. The two-disc configuration gave fans an opportunity to obtain a number of difficult-to-find single edits from different periods of Prince's career. As a result, many collectors view the Peach single set as an unofficial extension of The Hits project. RECORDING "Peach" was recorded for inclusion on The Hits 2 and represented one of several newly issued recordings associated with the compilation campaign. The single also featured edited versions of previously released Prince recordings drawn from various eras of his catalogue. STYLE & THEMES "Peach" combined blues-rock guitar, humour and stripped-down funk elements, providing a contrast to much of Prince's early-1990s material. The accompanying tracks highlighted the diversity of Prince's catalogue, ranging from the pop balladry of "Nothing Compares 2 U" to the dance-oriented sound of "My Name Is Prince" and "Girls & Boys". RELEASE HISTORY The UK release of Disc 1 occurred on October 4, 1993. Disc 2 followed one week later on October 11, 1993, allowing chart eligibility under the UK multi-format single rules of the period. The American release was delayed until November 18, 1993 and used a different format configuration focused primarily on "Peach" and "Nothing Compares 2 U". The single became a significant UK success, reaching number 14 on the Gallup Singles Chart. Elsewhere it achieved moderate European chart success but failed to break into the US Billboard Hot 100, instead reaching the Billboard Bubbling Under listing. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES • Peach — New track released to promote The Hits 2. • Nothing Compares 2 U (Edit) — Single edit included on selected formats. • Mountains — Included on UK CD1 as an additional catalogue track. • Partyman (Edit) — Rare version previously only available on the promotional collection The Crown Jewels. • Girls & Boys (Edit) — Included on the 12-inch release and UK CD2. • Money Don't Matter 2 Night (Edit) — Included on UK CD1. • I Wish U Heaven — Included on UK CD2. • My Name Is Prince (Edit) — Included on multiple formats as part of the retrospective concept. CERTIFICATIONS This single did not receive any certifications. AWARDS This single did not receive any awards. PERSONNEL Prince — writer, producer, performer PRODUCTION Label: Warner Bros. Records / Paisley Park Records Related Album: The Hits 2 NOTES • Released on October 4, 1993 as the first disc of a two-part UK CD single set. • Functioned as the first UK single from The Hits 2 and the second single overall from The Hits compilation campaign. • The release arrived only three weeks after The Hits 1 and The Hits 2 were issued in the United Kingdom. • Although included on The Hits 2, "Peach" was originally marketed as a previously unreleased recording. • Packaging was designed before the final compilation release sequence had been confirmed, requiring a corrective sticker to be added to UK copies. • The two-disc configuration effectively created an additional retrospective package built around non-album singles and edited hit versions omitted from The Hits 1 and The Hits 2. • "Partyman (Edit)" was particularly noteworthy because it had previously appeared only on the promotional compilation The Crown Jewels. • The Batman film introduction featuring Jack Nicholson was removed from this version, although the Kim Basinger sample, "Ooh, I love purple", remained intact. • The release drew material from multiple Prince eras, including tracks from Lovesexy, Batman, Diamonds And Pearls and Love Symbol Album. • UK chart performance was strong, reaching No. 14 and becoming one of the most successful singles from The Hits campaign. • The Netherlands provided the strongest European chart performance, where the single reached No. 9. • In the United States the single failed to enter the Billboard Hot 100 but reached No. 107 on the Bubbling Under chart. • The American CD and 7-inch editions used a simpler track configuration built around "Nothing Compares 2 U" rather than the expanded UK collector format. • Collectors often regard the complete two-disc set as an unofficial companion release to The Hits / The B-Sides box set. CHARTS & CERTIFICATIONS AMERICA Chart Entry Date Peak Weeks Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 December 11, 1993 107 4 EUROPE Chart Peak UK Gallup Singles Chart 14 Belgium (Flanders) 13 Netherlands Top 40 9 Germany 45 France Top 50 35 Ireland 20 RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE Artist Title Label Country Catalogue Date Format Prince Peach Warner Bros. / Paisley Park UK W0210CD1 October 4, 1993 CD Single (Disc 1) Prince Peach Warner Bros. / Paisley Park UK W0210CD2 October 11, 1993 CD Single (Disc 2) Prince Peach Warner Bros. / Paisley Park UK W0210 October 1993 7" Single Prince Peach Warner Bros. / Paisley Park Germany 9362-41120-0 1993 12" Single Prince Peach Warner Bros. / Paisley Park USA 7-18372 November 18, 1993 7" Single Prince Peach Warner Bros. / Paisley Park USA 2-18372 November 18, 1993 CD Single Prince Peach Warner Bros. / Paisley Park USA PRO-CD-5992 1993 CD Promo TRACKLIST TABLE (ALL FORMATS) Format Catalogue Tracklisting UK CD1 W0210CD1 • Peach (3:48) • Mountains (3:58) • Partyman (Edit) (3:07) • Money Don't Matter 2 Night (Edit) (4:12) UK CD2 W0210CD2 • Peach (3:48) • I Wish U Heaven (2:43) • Girls & Boys (Edit) (3:27) • My Name Is Prince (Edit) (4:05) UK 7" W0210 • Peach (3:48) • My Name Is Prince (Edit) (4:05) US 7" 7-18372 • Peach (3:48) • Nothing Compares 2 U (Edit) (4:17) German 12" 9362-41120-0 • Peach (3:48) • Girls & Boys (Edit) (3:27) • My Name Is Prince (Edit) (4:05) • Partyman (Edit) (3:07) US CD 2-18372 • Peach (3:48) • Nothing Compares 2 U (Edit) (4:17) SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2, Marc Bolan ‘There Was A Time’ by Cliff McLenehan All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. 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- Prince's Calabama & Prince and The Band EP Released Digitally Following Timeless
A new digital EP, Calabama & Prince and The Band (Horns and Raw), has been released across digital platforms. The release follows Timeless, the posthumous Prince album that featured ten previously unreleased songs recorded between 1977 and 2016. The EP expands upon the material featured on Timeless and continues the ongoing exploration of recordings originating from Prince's Vault. Recording Details Produced, arranged, composed and performed by Prince, “Calabama” was recorded by Joe Lipinski at Paisley Park on January 21, 2003, and features John Blackwell on drums. The Timeless version includes horn parts recorded after Prince’s passing by Greg Boyer, Adrian Crutchfield and Lynn Grissett, while “Calabama (Vault Raw)” presents the recording without those added horns. “Prince And The Band (Vault Raw 1)” features Prince on all vocals and instruments and was recorded and mixed by Ian Boxill at Paisley Park. “Prince And The Band (Vault Raw 2),” recorded and mixed by Boxill at Paisley Park on August 22, 2006, features Prince on vocals, guitar and keys, joined by Cora Coleman-Dunham on drums, Josh Dunham on bass, Maceo Parker on saxophone, Ray Monteiro on trumpet and Greg Boyer on trombone. ABOUT THE EP The release centres on "Calabama" and "Prince and The Band", presenting versions both with and without live horn arrangements. Listeners are given the opportunity to hear the original raw recording of "Calabama" without the added horn parts that appeared on Timeless. The EP also includes two bonus versions of "Prince and The Band", featuring Prince's inclusion of live horn sections. Neither of these bonus recordings were included on the Timeless album. THE VAULT CONNECTION The EP has been described as a continuation of the conversation surrounding Prince's Vault recordings. The release allows listeners to compare the different approaches taken with the material and provides additional insight into the process of preparing archival recordings for release. The announcement notes that "Calabama" was the only track on Timeless to receive additional musical elements, making the inclusion of the raw version a notable part of the package. ARCHIVAL SIGNIFICANCE By presenting both augmented and untouched recordings, the EP offers a closer look at the decisions involved in preserving and releasing material from Prince's archive. The release invites listeners to hear both the finished versions and the original recordings, highlighting different aspects of Prince's creative process. PAISLEY PARK PLANS The announcement also states that selected untouched Vault recordings will be made available for listening purposes at Paisley Park in 2027 as archival artefacts. These recordings are intended to provide visitors with additional insight into Prince's creative journey and recording process. RELEASE INFORMATION Title: Calabama & Prince and The Band (Horns and Raw) Format: Digital EP Availability: All major digital outlets SOURCE Official release announcement and promotional artwork. All artwork, photographs, logos and promotional materials referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.
- Prince (November 27 2026) - 3121 Las Vegas Live Black Friday Album: 3LP
3121 Las Vegas Live is a live release by Prince, issued on November 27 2026 through Legacy. Capturing the atmosphere and energy of Prince's celebrated Per4ming Live @ 3121 Las Vegas residency, the collection documents a performance recorded on January 20, 2007. The residency took place during a period in which Prince was enjoying a major career resurgence following his acclaimed Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame appearance, the success of Musicology, the release of 3121, and ahead of his legendary Super Bowl performance. The live set showcases more than two hours of performance highlights, blending classic hits, selections from 3121 and Musicology, and a variety of cover versions. The recording captures the intimate feel of the Las Vegas residency while demonstrating Prince's versatility as a performer and bandleader. x Vinyl - Never physcially released live show around the 3121 tour 3LP companion live set to our standard reissue of 3121 coming November 11/20 Release Details Field Details Artist Prince Title 3121 Las Vegas Live Release Date November 11/20 , 2026 Format LP: Quantity: 9400 Label Legacy Genre Funk Configuration 3LP Box Notes Recorded live on January 20, 2007 during Prince's Per4ming Live @ 3121 Las Vegas residency. The performance features material spanning Prince's career alongside selections from 3121 and Musicology, together with interpretations of songs including "Pass The Peas", "Crazy" and "Play That Funky Music". Track Listing Side Track No. Title SIDE A 1 3121 2 Girls & Boys 3 Satisfied 4 Down By The Riverside SIDE B 1 Purple Rain 2 Lolita 3 Black Sweat 4 Kiss SIDE C 1 Shhh 2 Musicology / Prince And The Band 3 Pass The Peas SIDE D 1 I Never Loved A Man (The Way I Love You) 2 Love Changes 3 Somewhere Over The Rainbow / Nine Million Bicycles (Medley) 4 If I Was Your Girlfriend SIDE E 1 Pink Cashmere 2 Cream 3 U Got The Look SIDE F 1 Crazy 2 Get On The Boat 3 Play That Funky Music
- Prince (November 27 2026) - 3121 Las Vegas Live Black Friday Album: 2CD
Prince (November 27 2026) – 3121 Las Vegas Live 2CD Release 3121 Las Vegas Live is a live release by Prince, issued on November 27 2026 through Legacy. Capturing the atmosphere and energy of Prince's celebrated Per4ming Live @ 3121 Las Vegas residency, the collection documents a performance recorded on January 20, 2007. The residency took place during a period in which Prince was enjoying a major career resurgence following his acclaimed Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame appearance, the success of Musicology, the release of 3121, and ahead of his legendary Super Bowl performance. The live set showcases more than two hours of performance highlights, blending classic hits, selections from 3121 and Musicology, and a variety of cover versions. The recording captures the intimate feel of the Las Vegas residency while demonstrating Prince's versatility as a performer and bandleader. Release Details Field Details Artist Prince Title 3121 Las Vegas Live Release Date October 6, 2026 Format CD Label Legacy Genre Funk Configuration 2CD Notes Recorded live on January 20, 2007 during Prince's Per4ming Live @ 3121 Las Vegas residency. The performance features material spanning Prince's career alongside selections from 3121 and Musicology, together with interpretations of songs including "Pass The Peas", "Crazy" and "Play That Funky Music". Track Listing Disc 1 1. 3121 2. Girls & Boys 3. Satisfied 4. Down By The Riverside 5. Purple Rain 6. Lolita 7. Black Sweat 8. Kiss 9. Shhh 10. Musicology / Prince And The Band 11. Pass The Peas Disc 2 1. I Never Loved A Man (The Way I Love You) 2. Love Changes 3. Somewhere Over The Rainbow / Nine Million Bicycles (Medley) 4. If I Was Your Girlfriend 5. Pink Cashmere 6. Cream 7. U Got The Look 8. Crazy 9. Get On The Boat 10. Play That Funky Music
- Jason Falkner's Presents Author Unknown Returns for its 30th Anniversary in Newly Remixed Expanded Edition
Omnivore Recordings has announced a special 30th anniversary edition of Jason Falkner's acclaimed debut solo album, Presents Author Unknown. Scheduled for release on December 4, 2026, this expanded CD edition revisits a landmark recording from one of modern popular music's most respected musicians, songwriters and producers.. The release features a brand-new remix created by Falkner from the original multitrack tapes, alongside bonus tracks, new liner notes and updated mastering. Jellyfish are one of the great underground groups that never received the recognition they truly deserved. ABOUT JASON FALKNER Jason Falkner has built a reputation as one of the most gifted musicians of his generation. In addition to his solo work, he has been a member of The Three O'Clock, Jellyfish, The Grays and TV Eyes, while also collaborating with an extensive list of artists including Beck, Paul McCartney, Aimee Mann, St. Vincent, Noel Gallagher, Brendan Benson and Air. Born in San Francisco and raised in Southern California, Falkner was a classically trained piano prodigy whose musical talent emerged at an early age. Of particular interest to Prince fans, Falkner first gained major recognition as a member of The Three O'Clock, whose final album, Vermillion, was released on Prince's Paisley Park Records. THE ORIGINAL ALBUM Following his work with The Three O'Clock, Jellyfish and The Grays, Falkner embarked on a solo career and signed with Elektra Records. In 1996 he released Presents Author Unknown, an album written, produced and performed entirely by Falkner himself. The record quickly earned critical acclaim for its sophisticated songwriting, inventive arrangements and exceptional musicianship. Decades later, it continues to be regarded as one of the defining albums in Falkner's catalogue and remains highly respected among musicians and fans alike. TRACK LISTING I Live Miracle Medicine Hectified Don't Show Me Heaven She Goes To Bed Nobody Knows Follow Me Before My Heart Attacks Afraid Himself To Be Miss Understanding I Go Astray Untitled Bonus Tracks My Home Is Not A House She Goes To Bed (4-Track Demo) Miracle Medicine (4-Track Demo) Song For Her (4-Track Demo) 30TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION To celebrate the album's thirtieth anniversary, Falkner returned to the original multitrack tapes and created an entirely new remix of the record. The new version aims to reveal additional depth, punch and sonic detail while remaining faithful to the character and spirit of the original release. The expanded edition also includes new liner notes written by Falkner, reflecting on the album's legacy and the creative motivations behind revisiting the material three decades after its initial release BONUS MATERIAL The anniversary edition adds four bonus tracks, comprising an album outtake and three 4-track demos recorded during the period. Bonus tracks include: • My Home Is Not A House• She Goes To Bed (4-Track Demo)• Miracle Medicine (4-Track Demo)• Song For Her (4-Track Demo PACKAGING & PRODUCTION The release will be issued as a CD Digipak edition. According to the release information, the album has been newly remixed by Jason Falkner and mastered by Michael Graves at Osiris Studio. The package also includes newly written liner notes from Falkner SIGNIFICANCE Thirty years after its original release, Presents Author Unknown continues to stand as a showcase for Jason Falkner's songwriting, arranging and production talents. This newly remixed and expanded edition offers listeners an opportunity to rediscover a highly regarded debut album while gaining further insight into the creative process behind its creation. For Prince followers, the release also highlights the continuing career of a musician whose early breakthrough came through Paisley Park Records, connecting Falkner's story to an important chapter of Prince's wider musical legacy. SOURCE Official release announcement and promotional artwork. All artwork, photographs, logos and promotional materials referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.
- Prince (October 4, 2002) – “Prince Is Still Charming After All These Years” Feature - Evening Standard Concert Review (October 3, 2002)
This Evening Standard review covers Prince’s October 3, 2002 concert at the Carling Apollo in London. John Aizlewood describes a nearly three-hour performance that moved between musical brilliance and self-indulgence, while recognising Prince as a playful showman and an extraordinary guitarist. Publication: Evening Standard Date: October 4, 2002 Country: United Kingdom John Aizlewood reviews Prince’s concert at the Carling Apollo, noting that some audience members were still waiting outside midway through the opening portion of the show because Prince required every customer paying up to £65 to be searched in case a camera was being carried. Prince reportedly commented: “I don’t mind having my picture taken.” The reviewer states that Prince remained unrepentant about the approach, telling the audience: “If you came to get your Purple Rain, you’re in the wrong building. I’m not interested in what you know, but what you’re willing to learn.” The comment introduced a performance that included audience-baiting through brief excerpts from several of Prince’s major hits. The concert was performed without the lavish stage excesses associated with earlier periods of Prince’s career. Prince was accompanied by a five-piece band and concentrated on what the article describes as impenetrable funk, reflecting the continuing influence of George Clinton and Black American music. Among the songs mentioned are “Take Me With U,” “Raspberry Beret” and “Nothing Compares 2 U.” The review notes that the latter song had provided Sinéad O’Connor with a major career moment. Prince repeatedly crossed the line between uncompromising performance and self-indulgence during a show lasting nearly three hours. The concert also contained more playful moments. Prince encouraged a dance competition and brought audience members onto the stage during the final encore. The reviewer also notes the unexpected appearance of Prince’s guitar roadie, dressed in a suit and tie, emerging from the orchestra pit. Prince’s post-popularity music is described as having merit, with a surreal version of Led Zeppelin’s “Whole Lotta Love” demonstrating his abilities as a guitarist. “Muse 2 The Pharaoh” is described as several songs combined into one, with Prince’s vocals moving from powerful rap passages to falsetto. The review concludes that Prince remained part enigma and part extravagant performer. Despite occasional uninspired moments, the article recognises his continued ability to charm an audience through musicianship, theatricality and unpredictability. CONTEXT AND NOTES The review presents Prince as an artist determined to control both the concert environment and audience expectations. The restrictions on cameras and the refusal to deliver a conventional greatest-hits performance form an important part of the writer’s assessment. Rather than depending on elaborate staging, Prince appeared with a compact five-piece band and placed greater emphasis on funk, musicianship and extended performance. The nearly three-hour concert moved between newer material, excerpts from familiar songs, unexpected cover versions and direct audience participation. The page is accompanied by an archive photograph captioned “Camera shy: Prince on stage in 1998 – photographers were not allowed in last night.” The photograph shows Prince wearing dark glasses and a patterned stage outfit. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Prince concert at the Carling Apollo, London Era: 2002 live performance period Tone: Critical, appreciative and occasionally amused Photography: Archive stage photograph from 1998, used because photographers were not permitted at the reviewed concert WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS • John Aizlewood’s review of Prince’s October 3, 2002 concert at the Carling Apollo • Discussion of the camera restrictions imposed upon audience members • References to “Take Me With U,” “Raspberry Beret,” “Nothing Compares 2 U,” “Muse 2 The Pharaoh” and “Whole Lotta Love” • Description of a nearly three-hour performance featuring a five-piece band and audience participation















