This double 12" single was the lead (and only) commercial release from Prince O(+>’s 1999 album Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic, featuring multiple high-profile remixes and guest appearances. Artist: Prince O(+> Label: Arista / NPG Records Date: November 15, 1999 Catalogue: 74321 72704 1 Format: Double 12" Single (Cardboard Slip-In Sleeve) Country: European Union / UK Genre: R&B / Hip-Hop / Funk Style: Dance / Remix Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince TRACK LIST EU/UK Vinyl One – Side A The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Radio Edit Featuring Eve) (4:32) The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Jason Nevins Romance Beats) (6:03) Vinyl One – Side B The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Neptunes Extended Remix Featuring Q-Tip) (5:08) The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Jason Nevins Remix Edit) (3:36) Vinyl Two – Side C The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Adam & Eve Remix Featuring Eve) (4:30) The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Album Version) (5:29) Vinyl Two – Side D The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Jason Nevins Extended Remix) (6:41) The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Neptunes Remix Edit Featuring Q-Tip) (3:42) PERSONNEL Prince O(+> – vocals, production Eve – vocals (on select remixes) Q-Tip – vocals (on Neptunes remixes) Various remixers: Jason Nevins, The Neptunes THE STORY “The Greatest Romance Ever Sold” was the first and only commercially available single from Prince O(+>’s 1999 album Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic. Released five weeks before the album, it featured an array of club-friendly remixes by Jason Nevins and The Neptunes, plus guest appearances from Eve and Q-Tip. CONTEXT & NOTES Housed in a cardboard slip-in sleeve with striking golden artwork from the Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic era. This double vinyl set was aimed primarily at club and radio play. CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard Hot 100 – #63 US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs – #23 UK Singles Chart – #65 RELATED MATERIAL Prince O(+> (1999) Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic (Album) For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. 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.

The December 14-27 1999 issue of Blues & Soul Magazine features Prince (credited as The Artist) on the cover with an in-depth interview titled “Interview With The Artist”. Publication: Blues & Soul Date: December 14-27, 1999 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Front Cover + Interior Feature THE STORY This extensive cover story and interview explores The Artist’s creativity, independence, and return to mainstream visibility. It includes striking portraits in various outfits, discussion of his music, Paisley Park, band dynamics with the New Power Generation, and reflections on legacy, spirituality, and artistic freedom. CONTEXT AND NOTES By late 1999 Prince (as The Artist, formerly known as Prince) had regained creative control and was actively touring and recording independently. This Blues & Soul feature captures him during the final phase of his O(+> symbol era, highlighting his enduring influence across soul, funk, and R&B. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Cover story and major interview Era: 1999 (O(+> era) Tone: Intimate, respectful, insightful Photography: Dramatic studio portraits including hooded black outfit and white shirt looks WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Iconic cover portrait of Prince in a black hooded outfit with gold trim Bold headline “FANTASTIC VOYAGE THE ARTIST” Interior interview spreads with multiple photos and pull quotes In-depth conversation covering music, legacy, Paisley Park, and personal philosophy RELATED MATERIAL This 1999 Blues & Soul cover story provides a strong late-90s perspective on Prince/The Artist and complements other O(+> era entries in the scrapbook. For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. All magazine scans, photographs and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

This EU CD Single (Remix) is part of the commercial rollout for the lead single from Prince O(+>’s 1999 album Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic, featuring multiple club-oriented remixes. Artist: Prince O(+> Label: Arista / NPG Records Date: November 15, 1999 Catalogue: 74321 72704 2 Format: CD Single (Remix) Country: European Union Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince TRACK LIST The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Original Radio Edit) (4:33) The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Jason Nevins Remix Edit) (3:54) The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Neptunes Remix Edit Featuring Q-Tip) (3:45) The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Jason Nevins Extended Remix) (6:49) The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Neptunes Extended Remix Featuring Q-Tip) (5:08) LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Double 12" Single (74321 72704 1) Album version – Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic (1999) PERSONNEL Prince O(+> – vocals, production Eve – vocals (on select remixes) Q-Tip – vocals (on Neptunes remixes) Remixers: Jason Nevins, The Neptunes THE STORY “The Greatest Romance Ever Sold” was the first and only commercial single from Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic. This remix CD was released alongside the double 12" to target clubs and radio, featuring high-profile remixes by Jason Nevins and The Neptunes with guest appearances from Eve and Q-Tip. CONTEXT & NOTES This EU edition comes in a standard jewel case with artwork continuing the golden, opulent theme of the album era. It was part of a limited but strategic release campaign for the single. CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard Hot 100 – #63 US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs – #23 UK Singles Chart – #65 RELATED MATERIAL Prince O(+> (1999) Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic (Album) For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. 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.

This monumental 5CD box set is Prince O(+>’s first fully independent release, compiling a vast collection of previously unreleased “vault” material along with the acoustic album The Truth and the instrumental Kamasutra. Artist: Prince O(+> Label: NPG Records Date: January 29, 1998 Catalogue: none (direct order) Format: 5CD Box Set Country: USA TRACK LIST Disc 1 (Bootleg One) Crystal Ball (10:28) Dream Factory (3:07) Acknowledge Me (5:27) Ripopgodazippa (4:39) Lovesign (Shock G’s Silky Remix) (3:52) Hide The Bone (5:03) 2morrow (4:13) So Dark (5:14) Movie Star (4:25) Tell Me How U Wanna B Done (3:15) Disc 2 (Bootleg Two) Interactive (3:03) Da Bang (3:20) Calhoun Square (4:46) What’s My Name (3:03) Crucial (5:06) An Honest Man (1:13) Sexual Suicide (3:39) Cloreen Bacon Skin (15:37) Good Love (4:55) Strays Of The World (5:07) Disc 3 (Bootleg III) Days Of Wild (9:19) Last Heart (3:02) Poom Poom (4:32) She Gave Her Angels (3:52) 18 & Over (5:40) The Ride (5:13) Get Loose (3:31) P. Control (5:59) Make Your Mama Happy (4:00) Goodbye (4:34) Disc 4: The Truth The Truth (3:34) Don’t Play Me (2:48) 3rd Eye (4:54) Circle Of Amour (4:44) Dionne (3:14) Man In A Uniform (3:08) Animal Kingdom (4:01) The Other Side Of The Pillow (3:22) Fascination (4:55) One Of Your Tears (3:27) Comeback (2:00) Welcome 2 The Dawn (Acoustic Version) (3:18) Disc 5: Kamasutra (by The NPG Orchestra) The Plan (2:03) Kamasutra (11:49) At Last… “The Lost Is Found” (3:37) The Ever Changing Light (2:59) Cutz (3:03) Serotonin (0:47) Promise/Broken (3:46) Barcelona (2:16) Kamasutra / Overture #8 (3:11) Coincidence Or Fate? (3:24) Kamasutra / Eternal Embrace (4:02) LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Japan 4CD edition 2021/2023 The Truth standalone reissues PERSONNEL Prince O(+> – vocals, all instruments, production Extensive contributions from The New Power Generation and many other collaborators across sessions from 1985–1996 THE STORY Crystal Ball is Prince O(+>’s epic independent 5CD vault release containing dozens of previously unreleased tracks. Shipped to pre-order customers on January 29, 1998 (with wider retail availability in March), it also included the full The Truth acoustic album and the instrumental Kamasutra by The NPG Orchestra. CONTEXT & NOTES This was Prince’s first major release after leaving Warner Bros., marking his full independence. The innovative packaging and massive amount of unreleased material made it a landmark release for fans. CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard 200 – #62 (as part of the box set) RELATED MATERIAL Prince O(+> (1998) The Truth (Album) For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. 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.

The Post-Star Glens Falls, New York · Saturday, May 30, 1998 Prince O(+> is joined by Chaka Khan and Larry Graham to perform at The Today Show Summer Concert Series broadcast live on US TV from outside NBC TV Studios on Rockefeller Center Plaza in New York

A full-page syndicated feature from the June 4, 2004 issue of The Courier-Journal (Louisville, Kentucky) that celebrates Prince’s role in elevating Minneapolis and the Midwest on the global music map, coinciding with the release of his album Musicology and his 46th birthday. Publication: The Courier-Journal Date: June 4, 2004 Country: United States Section / Pages: Page C4 Title: “Prince put Midwest on music map” THE STORY The article by Mary Pat Hyland traces Prince’s remarkable career, from signing with Warner Bros. at age 19 to opening Paisley Park, starring in Purple Rain, his name change in the 1990s, and return to the Prince moniker in 2000. It highlights his unique rock-funk sound, prolific output, and major hits. The piece includes a large portrait of Prince in a fedora, “Fast facts,” and sidebars on fan websites and resources. CONTEXT AND NOTES This syndicated feature appeared during the successful Musicology campaign, just days before Prince’s 46th birthday. It presents Prince as a cultural icon who brought international attention to Minnesota, aimed at a mainstream regional audience in Kentucky. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Career retrospective and profile on Prince’s influence Era: Musicology Era (2004) Tone: Celebratory, informative, proud of regional connection Photography: Large black & white portrait of Prince wearing a stylish fedora and suit Visual Motifs: Classic newspaper feature layout with bold headline, photo, fact boxes, and resource sidebars WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Full newspaper page C4 from The Courier-Journal Prominent headline “Prince put Midwest on music map” Large portrait of Prince in a fedora (red carpet/event photo) Detailed biographical article by Mary Pat Hyland “Fast facts” sidebar and sections on websites/fan resources Mentions of Musicology and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction RELATED MATERIAL Prince (June 1, 2004) “Prince put the Midwest on the rock ’n’ roll map” – Stevens Point Journal (USA) Prince (June 4, 2004) “Prince socially conscious, not sleazy in ‘Musicology’” – The Daytona Beach News-Journal (USA) All magazine scans, photographs and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

The Chocolate Invasion (subtitled Trax from the NPG Music Club Volume One) is Prince’s twenty-ninth studio album / compilation. It collects previously unreleased and club-exclusive tracks from 2000–2002, released as a companion piece to The Slaughterhouse. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: NPG Records Format: Digital Download (mp3 / WMA) Country: Worldwide Released: March 29, 2004 (NPG Music Club) Genre: Rock, Funk / Soul, Pop Length: 48:42 (2004) / 49:06 (2015 reissue) THE STORY A collection of strong, unreleased material featuring extended funk grooves, rock energy, and sensual tracks. Standouts include “Judas Smile,” “Supercute,” “Vavoom,” and the title track. CONTEXT & NOTES This was the first of two club-exclusive albums released on the same day (The Slaughterhouse being the other). Most tracks were originally offered individually via the NPG Music Club between 2001 and 2002. The 2015 Tidal reissue used a slightly different configuration (replacing “The Dance” with “My Medallion”). TRACK LISTING (2004 Original Digital Release) When Lay My Hands On U — 3:40 Judas Smile — 6:33 Supercute — 4:13 Underneath The Cream — 3:59 Sexmesexmenot — 5:40 Vavoom — 4:35 High — 5:05 The Dance — 4:43 Gamillah — 3:09 U Make My Sun Shine — 7:05 Total Length: 48:42 SINGLES RELEASED U Make My Sun Shine (b/w When Will We B Paid?) – 2000/2001 Supercute (b/w Underneath The Cream) – Sold at concerts / Celebration 2001 PERSONNEL Musicians Prince — all vocals and instruments (except where noted) ADDITIONAL MUSICIANS AND BACKGROUND Mr. Hayes — additional keyboards DVS, Kip Blackshire — background vocals Najee — saxophone Angie Stone — co-lead vocals Milenia — background vocals Production Prince — producer, arranger, engineer Sam Jennings — executive producer PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Digital-only release (no official physical CD) Striking cover artwork featuring a model in a white fur coat (as shown) made available to download from NPGMC 2015 Tidal reissue used updated artwork CHARTS Not eligible for mainstream charts (club download only). SOURCES Album liner notes, official discography, Discogs, 45cat, Official Charts, Wikipedia, Prince Vault. COPYRIGHT NOTICE 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

Publication: The Daily Review (Morgan City, Louisiana) Date: Friday, July 2, 2004 Feature marking the 10th anniversary of the Essence Festival in 2004. The article celebrates the festival’s evolution from a one-time 25th anniversary event in 1995 into a major annual music and cultural pilgrimage expected to draw over 150,000 fans. Key Content Notable Mentions Prince is the opening headliner and expressed his strong affection for the festival, saying he tries to attend whenever possible because of the powerful positive energy. The event combines high-profile concerts with spiritual, educational, and empowerment programming (“Party With a Purpose”). Other performers include Mary J. Blige, LL Cool J, Donnie McClurkin, Gladys Knight, and a reunited New Edition (without Bobby Brown). The festival has grown significantly since its inception, with approximately 1.5 million total attendees over the decade. Organizers emphasize a family-friendly, uplifting atmosphere while maintaining its roots in Black empowerment and culture. The piece also reflects on past controversies and the festival’s broader impact beyond music. 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.

C-Note is Prince’s live album compiling soundcheck recordings from the One Nite Alone... Tour. Released exclusively to NPG Music Club members, it features instrumental and live tracks named after the cities where they were recorded. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince and the New Power Generation Label: NPG Records Format: Digital Download (mp3 / WMA) Country: Worldwide Released: March 29, 2004 (NPG Music Club) Genre: Jazz, Funk, Live Length: 34:03 THE STORY A collection of energetic soundcheck performances and instrumentals from the 2002 tour. Tracks include extended jams like “Copenhagen” and “Tokyo,” along with the vocal track “Empty Room.” CONTEXT & NOTES C-Note (an acronym of the track titles) was the third live release tied to the One Nite Alone... Tour. It was part of a trio of club-exclusive albums released on the same day (The Chocolate Invasion and The Slaughterhouse). The 2015 Tidal reissue made it more widely available. TRACK LISTING (2004 Original Digital Release) Copenhagen — 10:07 Nagoya — 8:53 Osaka — 5:53 Tokyo — 5:09 Empty Room — 4:01 Total Length: 34:03 SINGLES RELEASED None (individual tracks were previously available as downloads). PERSONNEL Musicians Prince — guitar, vocals The New Power Generation Rhonda Smith — bass John Blackwell — drums Renato Neto — keyboards Candy Dulfer, Eric Leeds, Maceo Parker — saxophone Greg Boyer — trombone Production Prince — producer Scottie Baldwin — live recording engineer PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Digital-only release (no official physical CD at launch) Iconic cover artwork resembling a $100 bill featuring Paisley Park (as shown) 2015 Tidal reissue used updated artwork CHARTS Not eligible for mainstream charts (club download only). SOURCES Album liner notes, official discography, Discogs, 45cat, Official Charts, Wikipedia, Prince Vault. COPYRIGHT NOTICE 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

A politically charged and patriotic-tinged track released on Independence Day 2004 as the virtual B-side to “Cinnamon Girl”, “United States Of Division” showcased Prince’s continued exploration of American themes during the Musicology era. THE RELEASE WHAT THE LABEL SHOWS Label: NPG Records Format: Digital / CD Single (virtual B-side) Country: USA / International Catalogue: N/A (digital / attached to Cinnamon Girl single) Release Date: July 4, 2004 (USA) Digital release artwork with Prince in profile wearing a brown sweater and white ruffled shirt against a leafy background. “PRINCE UNITED STATES OF DIVISION” title treatment. CONTEXT AND NOTES VARIANTS & PACKAGING Released on Independence Day as a virtual B-side to “Cinnamon Girl”. The song quotes “O say can you see” from The Star Spangled Banner. A slightly different mix with more prominent horns was released digitally on April 5, 2024 for the 20th anniversary of the Musicology album. This is the second of three tracks labeled as a "virtual B-side". • Digital download (2004) • Included on European CD single of Cinnamon Girl (not on US edition) • 2024 remixed digital standalone release TRACK LIST & VARIANTS CHART DATA Original 2004 Version United States Of Division 2024 Remixed Version United States Of Division (Alternate Mix with more prominent horns) (Not a commercial charting single) PERSONNEL SOURCES & RELATED MATERIAL • Prince – all vocals and instruments • Rhonda Smith – bass and background vocals • John Blackwell – drums • Renato Neto – keyboards • Chance Howard – keyboards • rad. – keyboards • Greg Boyer – trombone • Maceo Parker – saxophone • Candy Dulfer – saxophone and background vocals SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2 RELATED MATERIAL: For other related posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. All images and original artwork 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.

Publication: The Birmingham News (Birmingham, Alabama) Date: Friday, July 2, 2004 Section: Entertainment Today / Music “Essence Festival celebrates 10 years” Major feature on the Essence Festival marking its 10th anniversary in 2004. The article highlights the event’s growth into a massive cultural celebration expected to draw over 150,000 fans, with Prince as the opening headliner. Key Content Notable Mentions The festival, produced by Essence magazine, combines music, empowerment, spirituality, and education. Prince expressed his love for the event, saying he tries to attend whenever he can because of the “good energy.” He opened the festival at the Superdome in New Orleans. Other performers included Mary J. Blige, LL Cool J, Gladys Knight, Donnie McClurkin, and a reunited New Edition (sans Bobby Brown). The piece reflects on the festival’s history since 1995, its positive and uplifting message, and its importance to Black culture. It also discusses past controversies (e.g., R. Kelly in 1999) and the organizers’ commitment to a family-friendly atmosphere while celebrating Black talent and empowerment. 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. Ready for the next one!

The opening night of the three-day Essence Music Festival saw Prince deliver a marathon, high-energy performance at the Louisiana Superdome, marking the start of the Musicology Live 2004ever tour with a star-studded set full of hits, covers, and special guests. [Concert Poster / Setlist Image Here] THE SHOW SETLIST HIGHLIGHTS Date: July 2, 2004 Venue: Louisiana Superdome City: New Orleans, Louisiana, USA Length: 135 minutes (Prince) + 45 minutes (The NPG support set) Attendance: ~50,000 / ~57,000 capacity - No Diggity - Santana Medley - Knock On Wood - Everyday People (with Larry Graham) - The Jam (with Larry Graham) - The Glamorous Life (with Sheila E.) - Musicology - Let’s Go Crazy (with Wendy Melvoin) - I Would Die 4 U (with Wendy) - When Doves Cry (with Wendy) - Baby I’m A Star / 1999 (with Wendy) - Shhh / D.M.S.R. (with Doug E. Fresh) - A Love Bizarre (with Sheila E.) - Controversy (with Sheila E.) - God (Love Theme From Purple Rain) - Little Red Corvette - Cream - Sweet Thing (with Chaka Khan) - Adore - 7 - Sign O’ The Times - Dear Mr. Man - The Question Of U - The One - Let’s Work - Lopsy Lu (with Sheila E.) - U Got The Look (with Sheila E.) - Life ‘O’ The Party / Hot Pants (with Sheila E., Wendy & Doug E. Fresh) - Soul Man (Chance Howard) - Kiss (with Wendy) - Take Me With U (with Wendy) - Purple Rain (with Wendy) CONTEXT AND NOTES BAND & GUESTS This was the opening night of the 2004 Essence Music Festival. Prince performed a long, celebratory set packed with classics, medleys, and collaborations, celebrating his past while showcasing the Musicology tour energy. Newspaper cutting above from The Gonzales Weekly Gonzales, Louisiana · Friday, July 02, 2004 Core Band: Prince (vocals, guitar, bass, keys, drums), John Blackwell (drums), Rhonda Smith (bass, vocals), Mike Scott (guitar), Renato Neto (keys), Chance Howard (keys, vocals), Greg Boyer (trombone), Maceo Parker (sax), Candy Dulfer (sax) Guests: Wendy Melvoin (guitar), Sheila E. (percussion), Chaka Khan (vocals), Doug E. Fresh (rap), Eddie M. (sax), Larry Graham (vocals) RELATED MATERIAL: For other related posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. All images and original artwork 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, Musicology Live 2004ever, 2004