On September 11 1987, Paisley Park Studios officially opened its doors in Chanhassen, Minnesota — a $10 million creative complex conceived, financed, and owned by Prince. The facility became his artistic headquarters, housing recording studios, a soundstage, rehearsal halls, and production offices, symbolizing his vision of complete creative independence. Publication: Press Release / Chronicle Entry Date: September 11 1987 Country: United States THE STORY Construction began in January 1986 under architect Bret Thoeny of BOTO Design Inc. and acoustician Marshall Long, with local engineers ensuring world‑class sound isolation and design. By May 1987, PRN Productions had moved from Crosstown Circle to the new Audubon Road site, and by September 11 the complex was officially inaugurated. The 55,000‑square‑foot facility included Studio A, Studio B, a rehearsal hall (Studio C), and a 12,500‑square‑foot soundstage, all connected by tie lines for simultaneous multi‑track recording. Paisley Park also featured video editing suites, wardrobe departments, and production offices. Prince used the studios for recording, filming, and rehearsing tours from 1987 onward, with major projects such as Sign O’ the Times, Lovesexy, Graffiti Bridge, and Diamonds and Pearls taking shape within its walls. The soundstage hosted rehearsals for every Prince tour from 1988 onward and countless one‑off performances, videos, and television specials. CONTEXT AND NOTES Paisley Park represented Prince’s ultimate creative autonomy — a self‑contained world where he could write, record, film, and perform without external interference. The complex also served as a rental facility for other artists until 1996, hosting sessions by Madonna, Stevie Wonder, R.E.M., A‑ha, and many others. After Prince’s death in 2016, Paisley Park was transformed into a museum managed by Graceland Holdings, preserving his legacy for future generations. PAISLEY PARK — ALBUMS RECORDED Album Album Lovesexy (1988) The Rainbow Children (2001) Batman (1989) One Nite Alone... (2002) Graffiti Bridge (1990) Xpectation (2003) Diamonds and Pearls (1991) N.E.W.S. (2003) Love Symbol (1992) Musicology (2004) Come (1994) 3121 (2006) The Gold Experience (1995) Planet Earth (2007) Chaos and Disorder (1996) Lotusflow3r (2009) Emancipation (1996) MPLSound (2009) The Truth (1998) 20Ten (2010) Rave Un2 the Joy Fantastic (1999) Plectrumelectrum (2014) Welcome 2 America (2021) Art Official Age (2014)

Released on 10 September 1984 in the UK, Purple Rain was the third single from Prince’s sixth album Purple Rain, and the second to be credited to Prince and the Revolution. Arriving ten weeks after the album, the single continued Prince’s global momentum, receiving widespread international release. 7" - UK - W9174 Unusually, God (Love Theme From Purple Rain) appeared on international editions of the single but was not released in the United States, where it has never had an official standalone issue. The single sustained Prince’s chart success, reaching number 2 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 4 on the Billboard Black Singles Chart. RECORDING Purple Rain was recorded live on 3 August 1983 at First Avenue, Minneapolis, during a benefit concert for the Minnesota Dance Theatre. This performance marked Wendy Melvoin’s live debut with the Revolution. 7" - UK - W9174 Producer David Z. captured the concert using a mobile recording unit from the Record Plant in New York. Subsequent overdubs, including Lisa Coleman’s string arrangement, were added at Sunset Sound in Los Angeles. The original 11‑minute performance was edited to 8:41 for album release, with a verse removed to strengthen the emotional impact. STYLE & THEMES The song blends gospel, soul, and rock ballad elements, evolving from an early country‑styled concept into a powerful, anthemic composition. 12" with poster - UK - W9174T Prince described the meaning of Purple Rain as symbolic of apocalyptic transformation, combining red and blue into purple — a metaphor for faith, love, and guidance through emotional turmoil. The B‑side God is a more overtly religious piece, featuring experimental vocal delivery and thematic references to Genesis. TRACK‑BY‑TRACK NOTES • Purple Rain — A live recording transformed through studio overdubs, becoming one of Prince’s signature songs and a cornerstone of his live performances. • God — A spiritual, atmospheric composition presented in both vocal and instrumental forms on international releases. 12" with poster - UK - W9174T RELEASE HISTORY Released 10 September 1984 in the UK as a 7" single, 7" shaped picture disc, 12" single, and multiple promotional formats. Issued worldwide with numerous regional variants. The single reached #2 on the US Billboard Hot 100, #1 on the US Cash Box Top 100, and re‑entered charts globally following Prince’s passing in 2016. PERSONNEL Prince — lead & backing vocals, electric lead guitar, synthesizers, string arrangement Wendy Melvoin — electric rhythm guitar, backing vocals, string conductor 12" with poster - UK - W9174T Lisa Coleman — synthesizers, backing vocals, string arrangement, string conductor Matt Fink — Yamaha CP‑70 electric grand piano, backing vocals Brown Mark — bass guitar, backing vocals Bobby Z. — Simmons SDSV, Linn LM‑1, cymbals Novi Novog — violin, viola David Coleman — cello Suzie Katayama — cello Artist: Prince and the Revolution Title: Purple Rain Label: Warner Bros. Country: United Kingdom Catalogue: W9174 / W9174T Date: September 10, 1984 Format: 7" Single, 12" Single Tracklist (7"): A — Purple Rain (Edit) (4:02) B — God (3:59) Tracklist (12"): A — Purple Rain (Long Version) (7:05) B1 — God (Love Theme From Purple Rain) (7:54) B2 — God (3:59) Region Chart / Certification Peak / Award Notes Australia ARIA Singles #3 Weekly chart Austria Ö3 Austria Top 40 #4 Weekly chart Belgium Ultratop Flanders #1 Weekly chart Belgium VRT Top 30 #1 Weekly chart Canada RPM Top Singles #3 Weekly chart Finland Suomen virallinen lista #1 Weekly chart France SNEP #1 Weekly chart Guatemala UPI #3 Weekly chart Ireland IRMA #8 Weekly chart Italy FIMI #32 Weekly chart Japan Japan Hot 100 #30 Weekly chart Luxembourg Radio Luxembourg #5 Weekly chart Netherlands Dutch Top 40 #1 Weekly chart Netherlands Single Top 100 #1 Weekly chart New Zealand Recorded Music NZ #8 Weekly chart Norway VG‑lista #5 Weekly chart Scotland Scottish Singles Sales #1 Weekly chart Spain Promusicae #2 Weekly chart Sweden Sverigetopplistan #5 Weekly chart Switzerland Schweizer Hitparade #4 Weekly chart UK UK Singles Chart #6 Weekly chart UK UK Hip Hop/R&B #3 Weekly chart USA Billboard Hot 100 #2 Weekly chart USA Billboard R&B/Hip‑Hop #3 Weekly chart USA Billboard Rock Songs #1 Weekly chart USA Cash Box Top 100 #1 Weekly chart West Germany GfK #5 Weekly chart Australia ARIA Certifications 4× Platinum (280,000) Certification Denmark IFPI Denmark Platinum (90,000) Certification Italy FIMI Certifications Platinum (100,000) Certification New Zealand RMNZ Certifications 5× Platinum (150,000) Certification Spain Promusicae Certifications Gold (30,000) Certification United Kingdom BPI Certifications 3× Platinum (1,800,000) Certification United States RIAA Gold (1,000,000 physical) Certification USA Digital Digital Sales 1,720,968 Digital Greece IFPI Greece Gold (streaming) Streaming Notes: International releases included multiple 7", 12", promo, shaped disc, and purple vinyl variants. UK 12" edition issued with and without poster. God (Love Theme From Purple Rain) was not released in the US. SOURCES Prince Vault, Discogs, sleevographia2. All single 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.

“Uptown” was the lead single from Prince’s groundbreaking third album Dirty Mind. It was his first single of the 1980s and marked a bold new direction in his music. Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: USA (also international releases) Released: September - 10 - 1980 Genre: Funk, Rock, New Wave A-Side: “Uptown” B-Side: “Crazy You” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince Arranged by: Prince TRACK LIST US 7" Commercial Single (WBS 49559) A. Uptown (Edit) – 4:09 B. Crazy You – 2:15 US 7" Promo Single (WBS 49559) A. Uptown (Short Version) (Stereo) – 4:09 B. Uptown (Short Version) (Mono) – 4:09 CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard Hot Soul Singles: Peak #5 US Billboard Disco Top 100: Peak #5 (with other album tracks) US Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100: Peak #101 INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS Netherlands 7" Single (WB 17700) A. Uptown (Edit) – 4:09 B. Crazy You – 2:15 Netherlands 12" Single (WB 26155) A. Uptown (Long Version) – 5:30 B. Crazy You – 2:17 France 12" Promo (PRO 524) A1. Uptown (Long Version) – 5:30 A2. Head – 4:40 B1. Uptown (Long Version) – 5:30 B2. Dirty Mind – 4:11 A. Uptown (Edit) – 4:09 B. Crazy You – 2:15 Also released in Brazil Ecuador Japan (opposite) Kenya, New Zealand Panama South Africa PERSONNEL Prince – lead and backing vocals, all instruments Production Prince – producer, arranger, composer, performer THE STORY “Uptown” was released on September - 10 - 1980 as the first single from Prince’s third album Dirty Mind. Beginning with a lone drum intro, the track explodes into keyboards on the chorus, with verses driven by prominent funk guitar. It breaks down into a more instrumental section toward the end, highlighting guitar, bass, and drums — a minimalist style representative of the entire Dirty Mind album CONTEXT & NOTES The song uses the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis — a real artistic hang-out spot — as a metaphor for a place free from prejudice and racism. In the lyrics, Prince responds to a woman who offensively asks if he is gay, then rails against narrow-minded attitudes. It stands as one of his earliest efforts to blend political and social statements into his music. Prince was very fond of the “Uptown” concept of freedom of expression. The B-side is “Crazy You” from his debut album For You. The track opened the Controversy Tour and appeared in later performances, including the 2001 Hit + Run Tour. 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.

The Gold Experience is Prince’s seventeenth studio album and the first released under his new unpronounceable symbol name. Issued in September 1995, it blends funk, rock, and soul with the signature New Power Generation sound. The album contains high‑energy funk‑rock pieces, sensual ballads, and conceptual NPG Operator segues. It includes “The Most Beautiful Girl In The World” along with singles such as “Hate U” and “Gold.” Side one • P. Control — 5:59 • NPG Operator — 0:10 • Endorphinmachine — 4:06 • Shhh — 7:16 Side two • We March — 4:49 • NPG Operator — 0:16 • The Most Beautiful Girl In The World — 4:25 • Dolphin — 4:59 Side three • NPG Operator — 0:18 • Now — 4:30 • NPG Operator — 0:31 • 319 — 3:05 • NPG Operator — 0:10 • Shy — 5:04 • Billy Jack Bitch — 5:32 Side four • Hate U — 5:54 • NPG Operator — 0:44 • Gold — 7:23 ALBUM DETAILS Released: September 25, 1995 (UK) / September 26, 1995 (USA) Recorded: 1993–1994 Labels: NPG Records / Warner Bros. Records Producer: O(+> Chronology: The Versace Experience: Prelude 2 Gold (1995) The Gold Experience (1995) Girl 6 (1996) PACKAGING Double vinyl with single sleeve. Gold‑themed artwork and photography. Includes NPG Operator segues linking tracks conceptually. RECEPTION The Gold Experience sold 500,000 copies in the United States and reached number six on the Billboard 200. Critics responded positively. Melody Maker described it as Prince’s strongest work in years. Vibe considered it his best since Sign o’ the Times. The Village Voice highlighted its renewed energy, noting “Shhh” and “319” for their intensity. Some reviewers felt the album revisited earlier ideas, while others praised its blend of stripped‑down funk and delicate ballads. The album placed 30th in the Pazz & Jop poll for 1995. Several listeners speculated that “Billy Jack Bitch” referenced a Minneapolis columnist known as CJ, though Prince denied this. THE GOLD EXPERIENCE (US PROMO 2×LP GOLD TRANSLUCENT) US PROMO LP DETAILS Artist: The Artist (O(+>) Title: The Gold Experience Label: Warner Bros. Records / NPG Records — PRO‑A‑7835 Country: US Format: 2 × Vinyl, LP, Album, Numbered, Promo, Gold Translucent Released: 1995 US PROMO LP TRACKLIST A1 — P Control — 5:59 A2 — NPG Operator #1 — 0:12 A3 — Endorphinmachine — 4:07 A4 — Shhh — 7:18 A5 — We March — 4:49 B1 — NPG Operator #2 — 0:18 B2 — The Most Beautiful Girl In The World — 4:25 B3 — Dolphin — 4:59 B4 — NPG Operator #3 — 0:20 B5 — Now — 4:30 B6 — NPG Operator #4 — 0:31 B7 — 319 — 3:05 C1 — NPG Operator #5 — 0:10 C2 — Shy — 5:04 C3 — Billy Jack Bitch — 5:32 C4 — I Hate U — 5:54 C5 — NPG Operator #6 — 0:45 C6 — Gold — 7:23 I HATE U (THE REMIXES) D1 — I Hate U (Extended Remix) — 6:17 D2 — I Hate U (Album Version) — 6:08 D3 — I Hate U (Quiet Night Mix) — 3:56 D4 — I Hate U (Single Version With Guitar Solo) — 4:25 D5 — I Hate U (Single Version Without Guitar Solo) — 3:48 1995 CD RELEASE • P. Control — 5:59 • NPG Operator — 0:10 • Endorphinmachine — 4:06 • Shhh — 7:16 • We March — 4:49 • NPG Operator — 0:16 • The Most Beautiful Girl In The World — 4:25 • Dolphin — 4:59 • Now — 4:30 • 319 — 3:05 • Shy — 5:04 • Billy Jack Bitch — 5:32 • Hate U — 5:54 • Gold — 7:23 CHARTS USA — Billboard 200 — 6 USA — Top R&B Albums — 2 USA — Billboard 200 (re‑entry) — 47 USA — Billboard Vinyl Albums — 47 USA — Top Album Sales — 25 Belgium — Ultratop Flanders — 15 Germany — MusikWoche Top 100 — 24 Netherlands — Album Top 100 — 3 UK — UK Albums Chart — 4 PERSONNEL Prince (as ) All vocals and instruments (except where noted) Additional musicians Mayte — background and spoken vocals Rain Ivana — NPG Operator voice Michael B. — drums Sonny T. — bass guitar; co‑lead vocals Tommy Barbarella — keyboards Morris Hayes — keyboards Ricky Peterson — additional keyboards Nona Gaye — co‑lead vocals Kirk Johnson — drum programming James Behringer — additional guitar NPG Hornz — horns Lenny Kravitz — background vocals (uncredited) TECHNICAL Prince (as ) — production; arrangement; mixing; engineering; art direction Ricky Peterson — co‑production and arrangement Kirk Johnson — additional programming and production Chronic Freeze — mixing Ray Hahnfeldt — mixing Steve Durkee — mixing Tom Tucker — mixing Brian Gardner — mastering CERTIFICATIONS USA — Gold — 500,000 UK — Silver — 100,000 SINGLES FROM THE GOLD EXPERIENCE Singles released The Most Beautiful Girl In The World Germany - NPG-60157 A Side The Most Beautiful Girl In The World (4:07) B Side Beautiful (Edit 3:57) Hate U CD single (5") - UK - 9362 43574-2 WO315CD Hate U (7" Edit W/o Guitar 3:50) Hate U (Album Edit 4:26) Hate U (Quiet Night Mix 3:55) Hate U (Extended Remix 6:17) Hate U (Album Version 6:08) Gold CD single - Japan - WPCR-449 Gold (Edit 4:43) Rock 'N' Roll Is Alive ! (And It Lives In Minneapolis) (Non-Album LP 4:34) I Hate U (Extended Remix 6:17) P. Control (promo only) Promo CD single - USA Pussy Control 319 Endorphinmachine (Japan promo only) Promo CD single - Japan - PCS-186 Endorphinmachine (3:55) The Weekender Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania · Thursday, September 07, 1995 The Akron Beacon Journal Akron, Ohio · Saturday, September 30, 1995 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 responds to Hurricane Katrina with a rapid‑fire charity single recorded and released within 24 hours Date: September 5, 2005 (digital) October 25, 2005 (CD) Format: Digital Single, CD Single Country: Worldwide A-Side: “S.S.T.” – 3:39 B-Side / Bonus: “Brand New Orleans” – 6:37 Released on September 5, 2005 — just days after Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast — “S.S.T.” was written, recorded, and released by Prince within 24 hours at Paisley Park. Initially offered as a digital download through the NPG Music Club alongside “Brand New Orleans” (initially free), the tracks were created to raise funds for Hurricane Katrina relief. On September 7, “You Will Be Moved” (performed by Mavis Staples) was added to the bundle. A physical CD single followed in late October. TRACK LIST Digital Single (NPG Music Club – Sept 5, 2005) S.S.T. – 3:39 Brand New Orleans – 6:37 Expanded Digital Release (Sept 7, 2005) S.S.T. – 3:39 Brand New Orleans – 6:37 You Will Be Moved (Mavis Staples) – 4:12 CD Single (US – Oct 25, 2005) S.S.T. – 3:39 Brand New Orleans – 6:37 PERSONNEL Prince – vocals, all instruments, production (S.S.T. & Brand New Orleans) Mavis Staples – vocals (You Will Be Moved) CONTEXT & NOTES This was one of Prince’s most immediate and socially conscious releases of the 2000s. All proceeds went to relief efforts, and the project raised over $100,000. The rapid turnaround demonstrated Prince’s ability to respond quickly to current events using his independent digital platform. “S.S.T.” and “Brand New Orleans” captured the urgency and emotion surrounding the tragedy in New Orleans. CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100: No. 111 No major Hot 100 or international chart entries SOURCES Prince Vault, Sleevographia2, 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.

One of the most iconic Rolling Stone covers of the 1980s, capturing Prince at the absolute peak of Purple Rain success with a major in-depth feature. Publication: Rolling Stone Date: August 30, 1984 (Issue No. 429) Country: United States Section / This landmark cover story features a striking shirtless portrait of Prince and the bold headline “PRINCE SCORES” — celebrating his massive success with both the Purple Rain album and movie. The five-page interior feature, written by Kurt Loder, explores Prince’s background, his rapid rise, artistic contradictions, and the cultural phenomenon surrounding him. It includes insightful commentary on his identification with the colour purple and his enigmatic persona. August 1984 marked the absolute zenith of Purple Rain mania. This Rolling Stone cover and feature solidified Prince’s status as a rock superstar and cultural icon. The piece captures the intense fascination with his mystique, sexuality, and artistry during one of the most dominant periods in his career. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Major cover story and five-page feature on Prince Era: 1984 – Purple Rain peak Tone: Celebratory yet analytical Photography: Iconic shirtless cover portrait + interior images Audience: Nationwide rock and pop culture readers A complete Rolling Stone package: the famous cover with Prince’s intense gaze and dramatic lighting, plus a five-page interior spread titled “Prince Reigns” (or similar) with extensive text, quotes, and additional photos exploring his life and career. All magazine 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.

Timeless is a brand-new 10-track compilation featuring rare and unreleased studio recordings from Princes legendary vault. First announced on June 4, 2006. This unprecedented album encompasses tracks spanning every phase of Princes illustrious career, from 1977 to 2016. The project has been meticulously mastered by Grammy-nominated engineer and producer Chris James, a former Prince engineer whose notable credits include HITnRUN Phase Two, Art Official Age, and Plectrumelectrum. Timeless is now available on stunning purple marble vinyl, black vinyl and CD providing profound insights into Princes creative process and musical evolution. Seems like the perfect title for an album by a man who lived outside the bounds of time itself. Prince wasn’t interested in counting the days or hours. Why would he? He created his own calendar, one measured in sound, creativity and freedom. His music never belonged neatly to one genre, one era or one category. Funk. Rock. Soul. Pop. R&B. Jazz. Electronic. Something entirely his own. Prince didn’t follow the times. He made music that outlived them. And now, the vault opens again. TIMELESS released on August 28th, 2026 featuring 10 previously unreleased vault tracks, the first album of previously unreleased Prince music since 2021’s Welcome 2 America. Decades can pass. Genres can change. Trends can disappear. But Prince? Prince remains TIMELESS. 💜 Available on purple marble vinyl, black vinyl, and CD, the release celebrates Prince’s boundless artistry — a man who lived outside the bounds of time itself. His music transcended genre and era: funk, rock, soul, pop, R&B, jazz, electronic — something entirely his own. Prince didn’t follow the times; he made music that outlived them. No. Title Writers / Credits Musicians Recording Notes 1 I Am You Prince Prince 1977 — Recorded by David Rivkin at Sound 80, Minneapolis MN 2 Tick Tick Bang Prince Prince 1981 — Recorded by Ross Pallone at Hollywood Sound Recorders, CA 3 Heaven Prince Prince; Susannah Melvoin (vocals) 26 May 1985 — Recorded by Peggy McCreary at Sunset Sound, Hollywood CA 4 I Wonder Prince Prince 5 Aug 1989 — Recorded by Femi Jiya, assisted by Dave Friedlander at Paisley Park MN 5 With This Tear Prince Prince; Sonny T. (bass); Kirk Johnson (percussion); Michael B. (strings) 19 Nov 1991 — Recorded by Steve Noonan, assisted by Brian Poet at Paisley Park MN 6 Stone Sandra St. Victor, Tom Hammer, Julie Van Veen & Prince Prince; Kirk Johnson (percussion programming) 30 Apr 1995 — Recorded by Ray Hahnfeldt & Steve Durkee, assisted by H.M. Buff & Shane T. Keller at Paisley Park MN 7 Calabama Prince Prince; Greg Boyer, Adrian Crutchfield, Lynn Grissett (horns); Sonny T. (bass) 21 Jan 2003 — Recorded by Joseph Lepinski at Paisley Park MN 8 The Guilty Ones Prince Prince; Joshua Dunham (bass); Cora Coleman‑Dunham (drums); Marva King & Shelby J. (backing vocals) 26 Oct 2007 — Recorded by Ian Boxill at Paisley Park MN 9 Bestest Friend Prince Prince; Michael B. Nelson, Ashley Jansen, Dave Jensen, Kenni Holmen, Steve Strand (horns) 3 Sep 2012 — Recorded by Michael B. Nelson & Paisley Park engineers MN 10 How Come U Don’t Call Me Anymore (Live) Prince Prince 4 Mar 2016 — Recorded live at Oracle Arena, Oakland CA Album Details Released: 28 August 2026 Recorded: 1977–2016 Studios: Sound 80 (Minneapolis MN); Hollywood Sound Recorders (Hollywood CA); Sunset Sound (Hollywood CA); Paisley Park (Chanhassen MN); Oracle Arena (Oakland CA) Labels: Paisley Park / NPG Records Producer: Prince Packaging Purple marble vinyl edition. Black vinyl edition. Standard CD edition. Art direction by Tora Bliss. Mastering by Chris Bellman at CBIP, Los Angeles CA. Compilation producers: Londell McMillan, Charles F. Spicer Jr., Chris James. Mastering: Chris Bellman at CBIP, Los Angeles CA. Art direction: Tora Bliss. Prince – Timeless (Personnel Table) Name Role / Contribution Prince all vocals; all instruments; production; arrangement Susannah Melvoin additional vocals on Heaven Michael B. strings on With This Tear Sonny T. bass on With This Tear; bass on Calabama Kirk Johnson percussion on With This Tear; percussion programming on Stone Greg Boyer horns on Calabama Adrian Crutchfield horns on Calabama Lynn Grissett horns on Calabama Joshua Dunham bass on The Guilty Ones Cora Coleman‑Dunham drums on The Guilty Ones Marva King backing vocals on The Guilty Ones Shelby J. backing vocals on The Guilty Ones Michael B. Nelson horns on Bestest Friend Ashley Jansen horns on Bestest Friend Dave Jensen horns on Bestest Friend Kenni Holmen horns on Bestest Friend Steve Strand horns on Bestest Friend Timeless (Narrative Table) Track Description I Am You A song recorded in 1977. Performed live only at Prince’s first two solo concerts at the Capri Theater, Minneapolis, January 1979. Not known to have been performed again or considered for any project. Musical elements were later reused for The Time’s I Don’t Wanna Leave You (1982). Tick, Tick, Bang First recorded in 1981 at Kiowa Trail Home Studio, Chanhassen MN. Later re‑recorded from scratch in 1989 for Graffiti Bridge (1990). The Timeless version is the original 1981 studio recording. Heaven Recorded on 26 May 1985 at Sunset Sound, Hollywood CA. Later considered for the planned musical The Dawn, which was abandoned. I Wonder Recorded in August 1989 at Paisley Park Studios, with additional recording listed in late 1991–1992. Not known to have been intended for any project. Selected by fans for the abandoned Crystal Ball Volume II during Prince: A Celebration (2000). With This Tear Written by Prince and given to Celine Dion, who released her own version on her 1992 album. The Timeless version is Prince’s original guide‑vocal recording. Stone Also known as Nothing Left 2 Give. Originates from material by Sandra St. Victor, Tom Hammer and Jules Van Veen, with additional lyrics and music by Prince. Re‑recorded in Spring 1995 at Paisley Park. Later considered for Playtime By Versace and a 1996 configuration of Emancipation. Sandra St. Victor released her original version in 2018 on Sanctuary. Calabama A 2003 track, supposedly the title track of an unreleased album Prince worked on before Musicology. Played to VIP attendees at Paisley Park during Celebration 2024, where a recording date of 24 June 2003 was mentioned. The Guilty Ones Recorded on 16 October 2007 at Paisley Park Studios. Other musicians from Prince’s 2007 band may have been involved, but this is unconfirmed. A portion of the lyrics later appeared in the book 21 Nights. Bestest Friend One of the least documented tracks on Timeless. Believed to have been recorded in the early 2010s, presumably 2012. No further recording information confirmed. How Come U Don’t Call Me Anymore? (Live) Prince’s original studio version was released as the B‑side of 1999 (1982). Became a recurring live feature on the Purple Rain Tour and tours in the 2000s and 2010s. The Timeless version is dated 2016 from the Piano & A Microphone Tour. CD Tracklist No. Title Time 1 I Am You 4:44 2 Tick, Tick, Bang 3:13 3 Heaven 4:29 4 I Wonder 4:11 5 With This Tear 3:53 6 Stone 3:08 7 Calabama 3:31 8 The Guilty Ones 4:15 9 Bestest Friend 4:38 10 How Come U Don’t Call Me Anymore (Live) 5:54 Vinyl Tracklist Side Track Time Side 1 I Am You 4:44 Tick, Tick, Bang 3:13 Heaven 4:29 I Wonder 4:11 With This Tear 3:53 Side 2 Stone 3:08 Calabama 3:31 The Guilty Ones 4:15 Bestest Friend 4:38 How Come U Don’t Call Me Anymore (Live) 5:54 (Official Merchandise Table) Item Description Timeless (1LP / Purple Marble Vinyl / 140G) Official 140‑gram purple marble vinyl edition Timeless (1LP / 140G) Standard 140‑gram black vinyl edition Timeless CD Standard compact disc edition Timeless Album Cover Oversized T‑Shirt Oversized tee featuring the album cover artwork Timeless Silhouette Sublimated T‑Shirt Sublimated print tee featuring Prince silhouette Timeless Logo T‑Shirt T‑shirt featuring the Timeless logo Timeless Album Cover T‑Shirt Standard tee featuring the album cover Timeless Silhouette Long Sleeve T‑Shirt Long‑sleeve shirt featuring Prince silhouette Timeless Silhouette Zip Hoodie Zip hoodie featuring Prince silhouette Timeless Album Cover Tote Bag Tote bag featuring the album cover artwork Timeless Logo Mug Mug featuring the Timeless logo Timeless Logo Mug Second mug variant featuring the Timeless logo Album Release Party Prince remains TIMELESS. 💜 The official Prince channels announced a worldwide celebration marking the release of TIMELESS, a landmark album spanning five decades of music, creativity, and legacy. The Global Album Release Party will stream live from Paisley Park at 7 PM EST, inviting fans across the globe to join together in honour of Prince’s enduring artistry. Hosted by DJ Dudley D (@nomusicnoparty), the event welcomes the Prince Fam to celebrate wherever they are — from homes and workplaces to dedicated fan gatherings and listening parties. Tickets for the live stream are available through the official event portal: 👉 events.leapevents.com/event/timeless-global-release-party The announcement emphasises that TIMELESS is “a first‑of‑its‑kind music release from across five decades,” uniting eras and styles that define Prince’s evolution as a visionary artist. The post closes with a promise of more to come later this year, signalling that 2026 will continue to be a year of celebration for the global Prince community. 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.

12" US: DMD-05, Front Days Of Wild is a live single recorded on 18 June 2002 at the Centre Molson – Hémicycle in Montreal, Quebec, Canada on the One Nite Alone... Tour. It was initially given to attendees at the final night of the Xenophobia Celebration as a one‑track CD single, only nine days after the recording was made, before later becoming available to purchase online and at shows as a three‑track single, including a live version of 1+1+1 Is 3 (as “1+1+1=3”) and two edits of the Days Of Wild recording. 12" US: DMD-05, Back The title track had previously been available in a different live form on the Crystal Ball album, so this single is often referred to, for clarity’s sake, as Days Of Wild (Live In Montreal), but its actual title is simply Days Of Wild. Artist: Prince & The New Power Generation Title: Days Of Wild Label: NPG Records Country: US Date: June 27, 2002 RECORDING The audio was recorded directly from the mix console of Prince’s long‑time sound engineer, Scottie Baldwin. Although recorded on the One Nite Alone... Tour, the title track was not included on the One Nite Alone... Live! album. The live version of 1+1+1=3 from 6 April 2002, however, was, albeit in slightly longer form (and correctly titled 1+1+1 Is 3). CD US: 2193-CD-0148, Front TRACK‑BY‑TRACK NOTES • Days Of Wild — Live recording from Montreal; previously available in a different live form on Crystal Ball. • 1+1+1=3 — Live version included on the three‑track edition; originally titled 1+1+1 Is 3. RELEASE HISTORY • 27 June 2002 (Given to Xenophobia Celebration attendees) • 27 August 2002 (First mail‑order shipments arrive) Receiving only a limited release, the single was not eligible for the charts. PERSONNEL Prince — vocals, bandleader Prince & The NPG — credited collectively PRODUCTION Produced by Prince Label: NPG Records [Catalogue numbers: • US: 2193‑CD‑0148 • US: 2193‑CD‑0159 • US: DMD‑05 DAYS OF WILD — VARIANTS TABLE (CD + 12") Format Catalogue Number Tracks CD US: 2193‑CD‑0148 1. Days Of Wild (11:03) CD US: 2193‑CD‑0159 1. Days Of Wild (Single Edit) (4:08) 2. Days Of Wild (Concert Mix) (10:45) 3. 1+1+1=3 (5:51) 12" US: DMD‑05 A1. Days Of Wild (Concert Mix) (10:45) B1. 1+1+1=3 (5:51) B2. Days Of Wild (Single Edit) (4:08) 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.

7" - USA - WBS49808 Controversy (3:39) Controversy served as the lead single from Prince’s fourth studio album of the same name. Issued six weeks before the album’s release, it marked the beginning of a new era in his early‑1980s output, blending political commentary, personal myth‑making, and Minneapolis funk. The B‑side, When You Were Mine, originated from the previous album Dirty Mind, creating a bridge between the raw, punk‑funk aesthetic of 1980 and the more expansive, socially charged tone of 1981. Promotional 7" - USA - WBS49808 Controversy (Stereo 3:39) The single received worldwide release and quickly became one of Prince’s most visible early tracks. Although its performance on the Billboard Hot 100 was modest, it achieved major success on the Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart and dominated the Billboard Disco Top 80 when paired with Let’s Work, holding the number‑one position for six consecutive weeks — the first time Prince‑penned songs achieved such status on that chart. A later UK single release in 1993, tied to The Hits 2 and The Hits / The B‑Sides, featured different artwork and tracklisting and is therefore treated as a separate entry. Promotional 12" - USA - PRO-A-980 Controversy (3:39) Controversy (Long Version 7:18) TRACK‑BY‑TRACK NOTES • Controversy — The title track confronts speculation surrounding Prince’s identity, addressing questions about sexuality, gender, race, religion, and public perception. Built on a steady 4/4 drum pattern, synthesized bass, guitar, and keyboards, the song incorporates the full recitation of the Lord’s Prayer and a closing chant expressing desires for freedom from social rules and divisions. • When You Were Mine — Originally from Dirty Mind, the track provides a contrasting emotional tone, pairing new‑wave‑inflected pop with a bittersweet narrative of romantic loss. 7" - France - 17 866 RELEASE HISTORY Released in the USA on 2 September 1981, with a UK release following on 9 October 1981. The single formed the first commercial introduction to the Controversy album and was distributed globally across multiple formats, including commercial 7", promotional 7", and several 12" variants. Non‑album edits — Controversy (Edit) and Controversy (Edit) (Mono) — accompanied certain promotional issues. 7" - UK - K 17866 7" - UK - K 17866 7" - The Netherlands - WB 17866 7" - The Netherlands - WB 17866 CHARTS & CERTIFICATIONS America USA: Billboard Hot Soul Singles — Entry: 26 Sep. 1981 — Peak: 3 — Weeks: 20 USA: Billboard Disco Top 80 (with Let’s Work) — Entry: 3 Oct. 1981 — Peak: 1 (6 weeks) — Weeks: 30 USA: Billboard Hot 100 — Entry: 24 Oct. 1981 — Peak: 70 — Weeks: 9 Europe Netherlands: Single Top 100 — Entry: 5 Dec. 1981 — Peak: 27 — Weeks: 4 France: Show Magazine Singles Chart — Entry: 5 Mar. 1982 — Peak: 47 — Weeks: 4 Artist: Prince Title: Controversy Label: Warner Bros. Country: USA Catalogue: WBS 49808 Date: 2 September 1981 Format: 7" PERSONNEL Prince — lead and backing vocals, Oberheim OB‑X, Oberheim OB‑SX, electric guitars, bass guitar, Pearl SY‑1 Syncussion, handclaps; possible drums Lisa Coleman — backing vocals Morris Day — possible drums CONTROVERSY VARIANTS TABLE (ALL FORMATS — US FIRST) Variant Details US 7" – WBS 49808 A. Controversy (Edit) (3:35) B. When You Were Mine (3:44) US 7" Promo – WBS 49808 A. Controversy (Edit) (Stereo) (3:35) B. Controversy (Edit) (Mono) (3:35) US 12" Promo – PRO‑A‑980 A. Controversy (Edit) (3:35) B. Controversy (Long Version) (7:14) Bolivia 7" WEA — 1981 Brazil 7" Warner Bros. — 1981 Canada 7" Warner Bros. — 1981 Ecuador 7" Warner Bros. — 1981 France 7" – 17 866 A. Controversy (Edit) (3:35) B. When You Were Mine (3:44) France 12" Promo – PRO 530 A. Controversy (Edit) (3:39) B.Controversy (Edit) (3:39) Guatemala 7" Warner Bros. — 1981 Netherlands 7" – WB 17866 A. Controversy (Edit) (3:35) B. When You Were Mine (3:44) Netherlands 12" – WB 26195 A. Controversy (7:14) B. When You Were Mine (3:44) Philippines 7" Warner Bros. — 1981 UK 7" – K 17866 A. Controversy (Edit) (3:35) B. When You Were Mine (3:44) UK 12" – K 17866T A. Controversy (7:14) B. When You Were Mine (3:44) Australia 7" – MX213145‑6 A. Controversy (Edit) (3:35) B. When You Were Mine (3:44) Australia 12" – MX213145‑6 A. Controversy (7:14) B. When You Were Mine (3:44) SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2 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.

Gold N is the first “solo” album by the New Power Generation, released independently on NPG Records. A raw, funky, and playful project led by Tony M. with significant uncredited input from Prince. Artist: New Power Generation Label: NPG Records Format: CD (limited retail & concert sales) Country: Worldwide (primarily sold at concerts and NPG stores) Released: 31 August 1993 (first available at Act II tour concerts) Genre: Funk, Hip-Hop, R&B Length: 46:48 (1st edition) / 43:24 (2nd edition) THE STORY A high-energy, party-oriented funk album with strong rap elements from Tony M. It features a mix of interludes, segues, and full tracks, blending humor, sexuality, and groove. Standouts include “Black M.F. In The House,” the smooth “2gether,” the epic “Johnny,” and the three-part title track “Goldnigga.” CONTEXT & NOTES Recorded between 1992 and 1993 at Studios 301 in Sydney and Paisley Park. This was the first album released on Prince’s own NPG Records label. Prince appears uncredited on vocals and instruments throughout. The second pressing removed “Guess Who’s Knockin’” due to uncleared samples from Paul McCartney’s “Let ’Em In.” The album had a very limited release and was primarily sold at concerts and specialty stores. CD 1st edition Goldnigga Pt. 1 (3:11) Guess Who’s Knockin’ (3:24) 1 Oilcan (0:42) 2 Segue (0:15) Deuce & A Quarter (3:18) Segue (0:21) Black M.F. In The House (5:08) Goldnigga Pt. 2 (2:51) Goldie’s Parade (2:22) Segue (0:35) 2gether (5:31) 3 Segue (0:45) Call The Law (4:16) 4 Johnny (10:19) Segue (1:13) Goldnigga Pt. 3 (2:37) CD 2nd edition Goldnigga Pt. 1 (3:11) Oilcan (0:42) 2 Segue (0:15) Deuce & A Quarter (3:18) Segue (0:21) Black M.F. In The House (5:08) Goldnigga Pt. 2 (2:51) Goldie’s Parade (2:22) Segue (0:35) 2gether (5:31) 3 Segue (0:45) Call The Law (4:16) 4 Johnny (10:19) Segue (1:13) Goldnigga Pt. 3 (2:37) All tracks written by Prince, Michael B., Sonny T., Levi Seacer, Jr., Tommy Barbarella, Morris Hayes, Tony M., Damon Dickson & Kirk Johnson (credited to the New Power Generation) except where indicated. 1 Written by Prince, Michael B., Sonny T., Levi Seacer, Jr., Tommy Barbarella, Morris Hayes, Tony M., Damon Dickson, Kirk Johnson (credited to the New Power Generation) & Paul McCartney and Linda McCartney (uncredited) 2 Written by Prince and Michael B. Nelson (horn arrangement) (assumed, credited to the New Power Generation) 3 Written by Prince & Tony M. (credited to the New Power Generation) 4 Written by Prince, Michael B., Sonny T., Levi Seacer, Jr., Tommy Barbarella, Rosie Gaines, Tony M., Damon Dickson & Kirk Johnson (credited to the New Power Generation). Musicians Tony M. - lead vocals, rap Damon Dickson - background vocals Kirk Johnson - background vocals, percussion Michael B. - drums Sonny T. - bass guitar, background vocals on 2gether Levi Seacer, Jr. - guitar Prince - co-lead vocals on Black M.F. In The House and Johnny, background vocals on Deuce & A Quarter, vocals on Segue # 5 and Goldnigga Pt. 3, and all other instruments, except where noted (uncredited, but mentioned by name in Johnny) Tommy Barbarella - piano and vocals Mr. Hayes - organ, synths and vocals Michael B. Nelson - horns Kathy Jensen - horns Dave Jensen - horns Brian Gallagher - horns Steve Strand - horns Lester Chambers - harmonica on Black M.F. In The House (sampled from I Can’t Stand It by The Chambers Brothers, uncredited) Willow - spoken vocals (?) Rosie Gaines - background vocals on Call The Law (and on Deuce & A Quarter - sampled from Horny Pony) Carmen Electra - vocals (assumed) on Goldnigga Pt. 2 and Goldnigga Pt. 3 (uncredited) Unidentified male - vocals as 'Rick' on Segue # 2 Unidentified female - vocals on Segue # 4 Unidentified male - vocals as 'Jimmy Jo' on Johnny intro Unidentified female - vocals on Johnny intro Unidentified males - vocals as 'Mr. Foreman' and 'Jim Sledge' on Segue # 5 Singles 2gether (limited release) 2gether was the first and only single from the New Power Generation’s debut ‘solo’ album, Gold Nigga, and the first to be credited solely to the band. It was initially sold at retail stalls during the Act II tour, starting on 31 August 1993 at the Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy in Paris, France. Later, it was available at The New Power Generation Stores in Minneapolis and London, but never saw a wider retail release. The single featured several remixes of 2gether, though the remixers went uncredited. Due to its limited release, it wasn’t eligible for the charts. CD 1. 2gether (Album Mix) (5:35) 2. 2gether (12 Inch Mix) (6:53) 3. 2gether (Interview) (4:22) 4. 2gether (Enlightenment) (5:19) 5. 2gether (Jeep Mix) (5:35) 6. 2gether (Instrumental) (5:40) TC A1. 2gether (Album Mix) (5:35) A2. 2gether (12 Inch Mix) (6:53) A3. 2gether (Interview) (4:22) A4. 2gether (Enlightenment) (5:19) A5. 2gether (Jeep Mix) (5:35) A6. 2gether (Instrumental) (5:40) SOURCES Album liner notes, official discography, Discogs, 45cat, Official Charts, Wikipedia, Prince Vault. All album 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

The September 2026 issue of Rolling Stone (German edition) commemorates the tenth anniversary of Prince’s passing with a special tribute feature and an exclusive 7‑inch vinyl single. The magazine reveals treasures from the archives of the Prince Estate, including two previously unheard recordings: “The Guilty Ones” (2007) and “Stone” (1995). The release marks the first time these tracks have been made available to the public, offering a rare glimpse into Prince’s creative vault. “Ten years on, the Purple One still reigns in sound and spirit.” Tracklist: • The Guilty Ones (2007) – Prince solo recording • Stone (1995) – Prince performance with Sandra St. Victor (co‑writer) The 7‑inch single is pressed on heavyweight vinyl and housed in a custom cardboard sleeve, available only with Rolling Stone 09/26 and not sold in retail stores. Price: €11.90 (incl. VAT + shipping) Shipping begins: 28 August 2026 Free delivery within Germany;  international orders subject to additional shipping costs. Surrounding Dates: • 28 August 2026 – Shipping commences for pre‑orders • September 2026 – Magazine release and vinyl distribution • 2016 – Prince’s passing  (ten‑year commemoration) Chronicle Note: This Rolling Stone edition stands as a landmark tribute to Prince’s enduring legacy. By unveiling unheard recordings from two distinct creative periods, the magazine bridges the artist’s mid‑1990s funk era and his late‑2000s introspective phase. The exclusive vinyl single underscores Prince’s timeless artistry and the continuing fascination surrounding his unreleased catalogue. 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.

The limited-edition, numbered 7" singles boxed set from Prince & The New Power Generation’s Diamonds And Pearls era, featuring remastered versions of the six official singles plus a brand new 7" with two previously unreleased tracks, pressed on pearl white vinyl. Artist: Prince & The New Power Generation Title: Diamonds And Pearls - The Singles Date: August 24, 2023 Label: NPG Records Format / Type: Box Set, Limited Edition, Numbered – 7 x 7" Vinyl Singles (Pearl White) Country: Worldwide Catalogue: 19439930177DC1 Limited Edition: 1,991 individually numbered copies Luxe clamshell box with foil wrap and spot varnish 7 individually designed 7" sleeves Set of 7 art cards with rare Randee St. Nicholas photos Pearl white 7" vinyl TRACK LIST 7" Single 1 A: Gett Off (Single Remix) B: Horny Pony 7" Single 2 A: Cream B: Gangster Glam 7" Single 3 A: Insatiable (Edit) B: I Love U In Me 7" Single 4 A: Diamonds And Pearls (Edit) B: Q In Doubt (Instrumental) 7" Single 5 A: Money Don't Matter 2 Night (Edit) B: Call The Law (Non Album) 7" Single 6 A: Thunder (DJ Fade) B: Violet The Organ Grinder 7" Single 7 (New Release) A: Alice Through The Looking Glass B: Horny Pony (Version 2) This luxurious boxed set collects the remastered singles from the Diamonds And Pearls album era, including the hits “Gett Off,” “Cream,” “Diamonds And Pearls,” and others. It also premieres two previously unreleased tracks on a dedicated 7" single. Housed in individually designed sleeves with art cards featuring rare photos by Randee St. Nicholas. Released as part of the 2023 Diamonds And Pearls reissue campaign, this limited set (1,991 copies) celebrates the album’s singles on pearl white vinyl in a foil-wrapped clamshell box with spot varnish. It complements the remastered album, Deluxe, and Super Deluxe editions. PERSONNEL Prince – vocals, guitars, keyboards, and all instruments (except where noted) The New Power Generation: Rosie Gaines, Tony M, Sonny T., Michael B., Tommy Barbarella, Levi Seacer Jr., and others PRODUCTION Remastered by: Bernie Grundman Prince – Diamonds And Pearls (1991) 7" Singles Single A-Side B-Side Notes 1 Gett Off (Single Remix) Horny Pony 2 Cream Gangster Glam 3 Insatiable (Edit) I Love U In Me 4 Diamonds And Pearls (Edit) Q In Doubt (Instrumental) 5 Money Don't Matter 2 Night (Edit) Call The Law (Non Album) 6 Thunder (DJ Fade) Violet The Organ Grinder 7 Alice Through The Looking Glass Horny Pony (Version 2) New Release SOURCES Discogs, 45 Worlds, Wikipedia, NPG Records, Warner Records, sleevographia2, Prince Vault 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.