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This Japanese limited edition 4CD set compiles the massive Crystal Ball collection along with the full The Truth album, released with a special OBI strip and additional booklet. Artist: Prince O(+> Label: NPG Records / Nippon Crown Date: August 26, 1998 Catalogue: CRCL-80005~8 Format: 4CD Limited Edition (w/ OBI & Booklet) Country: Japan Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince TRACK LIST Disc 1 Crystal Ball Dream Factory Acknowledge Me Ripopgodazippa Lovesign Hide The Bone 2morrow So Dark Movie Star Tell Me How U Wanna B Done Disc 2 Interactive Da Bang Calhoun Square What's My Name Crucial An Honest Man Sexual Suicide Cloreen Bacon Skin Good Love Strays Of The World Disc 3 Days Of Wild Last Heart Poom Poom She Gave Her Angels 18 & Over The Ride Get Loose P. Control Make Your Mama Happy Goodbye Disc 4: The Truth The Truth Don’t Play Me Circle Of Amour 3rd Eye Dionne Man In A Uniform Animal Kingdom The Other Side Of The Pillow Fascination One Of Your Tears Comeback Welcome 2 The Dawn (Acoustic Version) LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Original 1998 US 3CD Crystal Ball + The Truth 2023 The Truth standalone LP reissue PERSONNEL Prince O(+> – vocals, all instruments, production Extensive contributions from The New Power Generation and other collaborators across sessions from 1985–1996 THE STORY Crystal Ball is a monumental 4CD collection of previously unreleased material spanning over a decade. This Japanese edition includes the original 3CD set plus the full The Truth acoustic album as the fourth disc. It was released with exclusive Japanese packaging, OBI strip, and detailed liner notes. CONTEXT & NOTES Limited Japanese pressing with purple/blue spherical artwork and full Japanese/English text. This edition is highly sought after by collectors for the additional booklet and OBI. CHART PERFORMANCE Original 1998 US release (as Crystal Ball): US Billboard 200 – #62 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.

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.

This extremely rare UK promotional 12" single was pressed to promote the full double album version of 1999 after the initial single-disc release. Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Date: Spring / Summer 1983 Catalogue: SAM 172 Format:Dance Music Sex Romance (D.M.S.R.) Promo 12" Single Country: UK Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince TRACK LIST Side A Dance Music Sex Romance (D.M.S.R.) (8:15) Side B Dance Music Sex Romance (D.M.S.R.) (8:15) LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Album version on 1999 (1982) UK single-disc 1999 release (without D.M.S.R.) PERSONNEL Prince – vocals, all instruments, production THE STORY “Dance Music Sex Romance” (commonly known as D.M.S.R.) is a high-energy funk jam from Prince’s double album 1999. When Warner Bros. initially released a shortened single-disc version of the album in the UK, this track was omitted. Following the success of 1999 in the US and strong reviews, a limited run of approximately 200 promotional 12" singles was pressed exclusively for UK radio stations to highlight the full double album. It is now one of the rarest official Prince promos in existence. CONTEXT & NOTES Housed in a plain white sleeve with bold black typography. Both sides play the full 8:15 album version. Only around 24 copies are believed to survive today. This promo was also tied to the soundtrack exposure in the film Risky Business. CHART PERFORMANCE None (promotional release only) RELATED MATERIAL Prince (1982) 1999 (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.

A mention in the Star Tribune’s “Quick spins” column noting the Joffrey Ballet’s upcoming performances set to Prince’s music, while humorously referencing his recent name change. Publication: Star Tribune Date: June 11, 1993 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment / Quick spins column Title: Quick spins THE STORY The short paragraph announces that the Joffrey Ballet will present a week of performances titled “Billboards,” set to music by Prince (or “whatever his name is now”). It also mentions the New Power Generation working on their own album with guest appearances by Mary J. Blige and SWV. CONTEXT AND NOTES Published just four days after Prince’s 35th birthday and name change announcement, this light-hearted aside reflects how quickly the public and media adopted a playful tone when referring to his new symbol name. It also shows continued interest in Prince’s music even during this transitional period. RELATED MATERIAL See tags at foot of 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.

A review of Prince’s new interactive CD-ROM Prince Interactive, released to coincide with his 36th birthday on June 7, praising its ambition while noting its limitations as a game. Publication: The Miami Herald Date: Saturday, June 11, 1994 Country: United States Location: Miami, Florida Section: Entertainment / Review (Page 98) THE STORY David Hawley reviews Prince Interactive ($59.95), a groundbreaking CD-ROM that uses Prince’s custom symbol font as its central element. The program mixes music, videos, computer animation, and puzzles in an MTV-like interactive world. The review describes it as highly imaginative and immersive but criticizes it as too simple as a puzzle game, ultimately calling it an impressive showcase of Prince’s creativity and self-absorption. CONTEXT AND NOTES This review appeared just days after Prince’s 36th birthday and the chaotic opening of his Glam Slam nightclub. It highlights Prince’s continued innovation in multimedia during his Symbol era, separate from the club coverage running in the same newspaper. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Review of Prince Interactive CD-ROM Era: 1994 (Glam Slam / Symbol era) Tone: Mixed — appreciative of creativity but critical of gameplay WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Coverage of Prince’s ambitious multimedia project tied to his birthday Details about the innovative use of his symbol/font in the CD-ROM Contemporary critical reception of early 90s interactive entertainment Prince’s ongoing cultural influence beyond music and club ventures RELATED MATERIAL This runs alongside the heavy Glam Slam opening coverage in the same June 11 issue. 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.

The Miami Herald Columnist Leonard Pitts Jr. criticizes the chaotic scene at Prince’s Glam Slam grand opening in South Beach, calling it a dangerous failure of crowd control that should serve as a wake-up call for the city. Publication: The Miami Herald Date: Saturday, June 11, 1994 Country: United States Location: Miami, Florida Section: Local News / Opinion (Page 7G) THE STORY Leonard Pitts Jr. describes the disastrous opening night of Prince’s new club Glam Slam on June 7, where massive crowds led to dangerous overcrowding, poor crowd management by Miami Beach police, pushing, shoving, and several arrests. He warns that without better logistics, someone could get seriously hurt or killed at such events, comparing it to other recent concert issues in the area. CONTEXT AND NOTES This critical opinion piece ran two days after the June 10 party column and one day before the June 12 follow-up news report. It highlights the significant backlash and logistical problems that plagued the launch of Prince’s Glam Slam nightclub during his Symbol era. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Glam Slam Grand Opening Aftermath Era: 1994 (Glam Slam era) Tone: Critical and cautionary WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Strong local criticism of crowd control failures at Prince’s club opening Description of dangerous conditions faced by attendees Prince referred to as “Symbol Boy” in the wake of his name change Growing controversy surrounding the high-profile South Beach venue launch RELATED MATERIAL This follows the pre-opening announcements (June 3 & 6) and the June 10 party recap. It connects directly to the June 12 local news story on the opening night issues. 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 introspective and funky mid-tempo track marked the lead single from Prince’s 15th studio album Come, signaling a shift toward a more raw and independent sound as he navigated his final years under the Warner Bros. contract. Released just a week before the album dropped, “Letitgo” showcased Prince’s continued evolution while maintaining the core elements of his signature Minneapolis funk. Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. / Paisley Park Date: September 27, 1994 Catalogue: 9 18074-2 Format: CD Single (Cardboard Slip-In Sleeve) Country: USA TRACK LIST Letitgo (4:18) Solo (3:49) LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Album version on Come (1994) Maxi-single with multiple remixes International releases (including UK/Europe with additional tracks like “Alexa De Paris”) PERSONNEL Produced, arranged and composed by Prince THE STORY “Letitgo” was the first single released from Come, arriving on September 27, 1994 — exactly one week before the album itself. The song’s laid-back groove and candid lyrics about letting go of past relationships and industry pressures resonated with fans during a transitional period for Prince. The B-side “Solo” is also taken directly from the Come album, making this a concise preview of the project. A maxi-single followed with various remixes, though none were handled by Prince himself. CONTEXT & NOTES Housed in a cardboard slip-in sleeve with striking black-and-white photography, this US CD single is a clean, minimalist release typical of the era. It was part of Prince’s strategy to fulfill his Warner Bros. contractual obligations while preparing for full independence. The single was reissued in later compilations and remains a fan favorite for its emotional depth. CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard Hot 100 – #31 US Billboard Hot R&B Singles – #10 RELATED MATERIAL Prince (1994) Come (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 intimate ballad was the fourth single released from Diamonds and Pearls, issued on the same day as the album’s third single “7”, marking a double-release strategy during the later stages of the album’s promotion cycle. Artist: Prince and the New Power Generation Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Date: November 17, 1992 Catalogue: 5439-18700-2 Format: CD Single (Cardboard Sleeve) Country: US TRACK LIST USA CD Single (5439-18700-2) Damn U (Unique Single Version) (4:04) 2 Whom It May Concern (4:01) LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Album version on Diamonds and Pearls (1991) UK “My Name Is Prince” single (earlier B-side appearance) Promotional releases and later compilations PERSONNEL Produced, arranged, composed and performed by Prince and The New Power Generation THE STORY “Damn U” is a lush, emotional slow jam that highlights Prince’s vulnerability and the sophisticated R&B sound of the Diamonds and Pearls era. Released late in the album’s campaign, the single version is musically complete but omits the spoken segue found on the album track, making it unique to this release. The B-side “2 Whom It May Concern” had previously appeared on the UK “My Name Is Prince” single but made its US debut here. A saxophone instrumental version was also recorded but ultimately not included. CONTEXT & NOTES Housed in a cardboard slip sleeve with striking black-and-white photography, this US CD single is a collector’s piece from the tail end of the Diamonds and Pearls era. It was not released as a commercial CD in all territories and remains relatively scarce in this format. CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 – #108 US Billboard Hot R&B Singles – #32 RELATED MATERIAL Prince and the New Power Generation (1991) Diamonds and Pearls (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 12" single was released as part of the continued promotion for the hugely successful Diamonds and Pearls album, highlighting Prince and the New Power Generation’s socially conscious side with a powerful mid-tempo funk track that addressed materialism and inequality. Artist: Prince and the New Power Generation Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Date: March 16, 1992 Catalogue: W 0091 T / 9362-40417-0 Format: 12" Single Country: Germany / Europe Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince and the New Power Generation TRACK LIST Germany/Europe 12" Single (W 0091 T) Side A Money Don’t Matter 2 Night (LP Version) (4:48) Side B Push (LP Version) (5:56) Call The Law (Non-LP Track) (4:19) LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Album version on Diamonds and Pearls (1991) Various international 7", cassette, and CD maxi-singles PERSONNEL Produced, arranged, composed and performed by Prince and The New Power Generation THE STORY “Money Don’t Matter 2 Night” was issued as a later single from Diamonds and Pearls in early 1992. The song’s thoughtful lyrics about the emptiness of materialism, delivered over a smooth, mid-tempo groove with strong live band energy, showcased the maturing sound of Prince and the New Power Generation. This European 12" edition paired the album version with “Push” and the non-album track “Call The Law,” providing fans with additional material from the Diamonds and Pearls sessions. CONTEXT & NOTES The striking black-and-white cover image captures Prince in a dramatic pose, continuing the stylish visual campaign for the album. This pressing was part of the European rollout and included standard Paisley Park label design with full credits. The single helped sustain the massive commercial momentum of Diamonds and Pearls across Europe. CHART PERFORMANCE Germany MusikWoche Top 100 Singles – #21 (peaked October 7, 1991) RELATED MATERIAL Prince and the New Power Generation (1991) Diamonds and Pearls (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 promotional 12" single was released on the same day as the “Cream” maxi-single, continuing the rollout for the Diamonds and Pearls album and showcasing the sensual, downtempo side of Prince and the New Power Generation’s sound. Artist: Prince and the New Power Generation Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Date: November 4, 1991 Catalogue: PRO-A-5141 Format: Promo 12" Single Country: US TRACK LIST Side A Insatiable (Edit) (4:01) Side B Insatiable (Album Version) (6:37) LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Album version on Diamonds and Pearls (1991) Commercial 7" and cassette singles (with “I Love U In Me” as B-side) Later re-release as part of the Diamonds and Pearls Singles collection (2023) PERSONNEL Produced, arranged, composed and performed by Prince and The New Power Generation THE STORY “Insatiable” was issued as the third single from Diamonds and Pearls in November 1991. The slow, seductive ballad highlighted a more intimate and atmospheric side of the album, contrasting with the high-energy funk of previous singles like “Cream.” Although primarily a promotional release in the US (with no commercial CD single), it performed strongly on the R&B chart. The promo 12" provided both the radio edit and the full album version for stations and DJs. CONTEXT & NOTES This US promotional 12" features the classic black-and-white cover image and plain promo labels stating “Promotion Only – Not For Sale.” It was part of the intensive Diamonds and Pearls campaign and remains a sought-after item for collectors due to its limited distribution. The single was later included in the 2023 Diamonds and Pearls Singles box set. CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard Hot 100 – #77 US Billboard Hot R&B Singles – #3 RELATED MATERIAL Prince and the New Power Generation (1991) Diamonds and Pearls (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 specially-priced maxi-single was the second release from the Diamonds and Pearls album, showcasing the full energy of Prince and the New Power Generation during their peak commercial period. Artist: Prince and the New Power Generation Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Date: November 4, 1991 Catalogue: 0-40197 Format: 12" Maxi-Single Country: USA Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince and the New Power Generation TRACK LIST Side A Cream (Album Version) (4:12) Cream (N.P.G. Mix) (5:47) Things Have Gotta Change (Tony M. Rap) (3:57) 2 The Wire (Creamy Instrumental) (3:13) Get Some Solo (1:31) Side B Do Your Dance (KC’s Remix) (5:58) Housebangers (4:23) Q In Doubt (Instrumental) (4:00) Ethereal Mix (4:43) LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Album version on Diamonds and Pearls (1991) 7" and cassette singles PERSONNEL Produced, arranged, composed and performed by Prince and The New Power Generation (Special guest vocal by Jevetta Steele on “Do Your Dance”) THE STORY “Cream” was released as the second single from Diamonds and Pearls in November 1991. The funky, confident track became one of Prince’s biggest hits of the era, reaching the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100. This maxi-single expanded on the original with multiple remixes, rap versions, instrumentals, and additional tracks, giving fans and DJs a full suite of material built around the main groove. It perfectly captured the vibrant, band-oriented sound of the New Power Generation. CONTEXT & NOTES Housed in a purple sleeve with a live-style photo of Prince and band members. This US maxi-single includes the Parental Advisory sticker for explicit lyrics and was part of the highly successful Diamonds and Pearls campaign. The various mixes showcase different production approaches, including work by Keith “KC” Cohen and Junior Vasquez. CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard Hot 100 – Top 10 peak US Billboard Hot R&B Singles – strong chart position US Billboard Hot Dance Music – Club Play – high ranking RELATED MATERIAL Prince and the New Power Generation (1991) Diamonds and Pearls (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 specially-priced maxi-single was the lead single from Prince and the New Power Generation’s Diamonds and Pearls album, marking the official debut of the new band and a bold new chapter in Prince’s career. Artist: Prince and the New Power Generation Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Date: August 12, 1991 Catalogue: 9 40138-0 (or 0-40138) Format: 12" Maxi-Single Country: USA TRACK LIST USA 12" Maxi-Single Side A Gett Off (Extended Remix) (8:31) Gett Off (Houstyle) (8:20) Violet The Organ Grinder (4:59) Side B Gett Off (Flutestramental) (7:26) Gangster Glam (6:04) Clockin’ The Jizz (Instrumental) (4:51) LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Album version on Diamonds and Pearls (1991) 7" and cassette singles (with different tracks) THE STORY “Gett Off” was released as the first single from Diamonds and Pearls in August 1991, introducing the world to Prince’s new backing band, the New Power Generation. The song’s raw, funky energy and playful lyrics made it an instant club favorite, while the maxi-single delivered a wealth of remixes and additional tracks that expanded on the main groove. It became one of the most successful singles of Prince’s early 90s period. CONTEXT & NOTES This US 12" maxi-single features the iconic yellow furry cover artwork and includes a Parental Advisory sticker. The extensive remixes (including house, instrumental, and rap versions) highlight the dancefloor focus of the Diamonds and Pearls era. CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard Hot 100 – #21 US Billboard Hot R&B Singles – #6 US Billboard Hot Dance Music – Club Play – #1 RELATED MATERIAL Prince and the New Power Generation (1991) Diamonds and Pearls (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. PERSONNEL Produced, arranged, composed and performed by Prince and the New