A detailed review in the Star Tribune (March 31, 2014) praising Prince and 3rdEyeGirl’s late-night surprise performance at Paisley Park, highlighting a guitar-heavy set of deeper cuts and obscure tunes that delighted hardcore fans. Publication: Star Tribune Date: March 31, 2014 (reviewing March 30 performance) Country: United States Section: Music Review / Live Report THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Jon Bream reviews Prince and 3rdEyeGirl’s unannounced late-night show at Paisley Park. The Purple One and his trio delivered an 80-minute guitar-driven set of mostly obscure material, followed by a 17-minute encore. The performance was raw, energetic, and deeply appreciated by the dedicated fans in attendance. Large headline “Prince’s surprise performance resonates with hard-core fans” with a striking live photo of Prince and 3rdEyeGirl on stage. Dense review text by Jon Bream detailing the setlist, atmosphere, and Prince’s command of the room. Classic Star Tribune music review layout. CONTEXT AND NOTES FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS This surprise showcase took place in the early hours of March 30, 2014 at Prince’s Paisley Park complex. It exemplified Prince’s love of intimate, unpredictable performances for his most dedicated fans, focusing on deeper album tracks rather than hits, and showcasing the tight chemistry with his then-current band 3rdEyeGirl. Event: Surprise late-night Paisley Park performance Era: 2014 (Prince & 3rdEyeGirl era) Tone: Enthusiastic, appreciative, detailed Photography: Dynamic live shot of Prince and the band performing RELATED MATERIAL: For other related posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. 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 June/July 2016 edition of The Source features a special tribute cover honouring the life and legacy of Prince following his passing in April 2016. Publication: The Source Magazine Date: June/July 2016 Country: United States Location: USA Section: Special Tribute Issue THE STORY The striking close-up portrait of Prince is presented as a commemorative cover, highlighting his immense influence on music, particularly in the hip-hop and R&B communities that The Source covers. CONTEXT AND NOTES This special tribute issue was released shortly after Prince’s death. The Source dedicated the cover to celebrating his groundbreaking career and cultural impact. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Commemorative magazine cover Era: 2016 (Posthumous tribute) Tone: Respectful, iconic Photography: Powerful close-up portrait of Prince WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Bold purple “THE SOURCE” logo with “Special Tribute Cover” banner Striking close-up portrait of Prince “Prince June 7, 1958 – April 21, 2016” text Classic magazine tribute layout RELATED MATERIAL June 2016 Ebony Magazine Prince commemorative cover For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES The Source Magazine, June/July 2016 All magazine scans, newspaper cuttings, scrapbook items, 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.

Artist: Doug Henders Year: 1984 (signed DH 89) Medium: Ink and graphite on paper Size: 10.75" x 14" Iconic minimalist artwork created for Prince and The Revolution’s groundbreaking Purple Rain Tour (1984–1985). This striking design features only Prince’s eyes, nose, and lips — one of the most recognizable visual symbols from the Purple Rain era. Key Content Notable Details The piece was drawn by renowned artist Doug Henders and used as a key visual element during the massive Purple Rain Tour. The minimalist style perfectly captured Prince’s mysterious and charismatic persona alongside The Revolution. The artwork remains in very fine condition with clear ink and graphite details. This original sketch comes with a Gotta Have Rock and Roll Certificate of Authenticity. It represents a rare piece of Prince and The Revolution history from the peak of their commercial and creative dominance, when Purple Rain dominated charts, cinemas, and stages worldwide. 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: “Thieves in the Temple” – Handwritten Lyrics Song: Thieves in the Temple From the album: Graffiti Bridge (1990) Rare handwritten working draft of “Thieves in the Temple”, one of Prince’s standout singles from the Graffiti Bridge era. The page shows Prince’s creative process with multiple revisions, crossed-out lines, circled sections, and structural notes. Key Content Notable Details The lyrics feature the iconic chorus “There comes a thief in the temple tonight…” along with verses exploring themes of betrayal, desire, and spiritual conflict. Visible edits include changes to phrasing, repeated “Chorus” markings, and the note “Dream” at the bottom. This draft captures Prince’s meticulous songwriting style — constantly refining words and structure even for a major hit single. “Thieves in the Temple” was released as the lead single from Graffiti Bridge in 1990 and became a Top 10 R&B hit. The handwritten document offers a fascinating glimpse into Prince’s raw creative process during a highly productive period in his career. 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

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.

NME reports on the sudden collapse of Prince’s planned August 31, 1991 concert at Blenheim Palace, one of the most high-profile UK shows of the Diamonds and Pearls era that was ultimately cancelled amid financial controversy. PUBLICATION: Date: Late August 1991 Country: United Kingdom Title: NME (New Musical Express) Section: NEWS (edited by Iestyn George) Headline: No Prince at Palace THE STORY A strongly worded statement from Paisley Park Enterprises announced that Prince’s performance at Blenheim Palace had been rendered impossible due to the promoter’s “continuing failure to fulfil critical obligations to vendors, suppliers and other production personnel.” Despite repeated urgings, vital payments had not been made. Prince himself expressed deep regret, stating he was “overwhelmed with gratitude” to fans who planned to attend and promised to reschedule the show with something “extra, extra special” to make up for the disappointment FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Era: Diamonds and Pearls Tour / 1991 Tone: Straight news reporting with industry drama Key Illustration: Classic NME cartoon-style drawing of a reporter with “NME” microphone Key Quote (Prince): “I want everyone to know I am overwhelmed with gratitude to all the people who had planned to come to our show. I promise to do my best to reschedule the show at the earliest opportunity...” WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Full news article layout with prominent headline Cartoon illustration of an NME reporter Detailed text covering the Paisley Park statement, promoter response, and Prince’s personal message RELATED MATERIAL Prince – Sky Magazine Cover & Feature “Cream Tease” (October 1991) Prince – Musik Express / Sounds “Er Spricht” (November 1991) Prince – Alter Ego Authorized Comic (1991) Also see tabs at the foot of this post. 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.

Translated and original, three-page German-language feature in Musik Express / Sounds where Prince “lifts the veil” in a rare candid interview, discussing his music, sexuality, control, and personal life during the Diamonds and Pearls era. PUBLICATION: Date: November 1991 Country: Germany Title: MUSIK EXPRESS / SOUNDS Pages: 3-page spread (pp. 38–40) Headline: “ER SPRICHT” (He Speaks) Sub-head: “Prince lüftet den Schleier” (Prince lifts the veil) THE STORY The article features striking black-and-white and color photography, including a dramatic opening layout with Prince in a black suit against geometric patterns and a beaded curtain motif. The in-depth interview covers Prince’s long-held silence with the press, his views on sex and spirituality, relationships with women, Paisley Park, the New Power Generation, and his creative control. It includes quotes about wearing heels, his image, and personal revelations CONTEXT AND NOTES Coming just weeks after the major Sky Magazine (UK) interview in October 1991, this German feature continues the theme of Prince becoming slightly more open with the media during the successful Diamonds and Pearls campaign. Musik Express / Sounds was one of Germany’s leading music publications, giving the piece significant visibility in the German-speaking market. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Era: Diamonds and Pearls (1991) Tone: Intimate, probing, slightly sensationalist (typical of early 90s music press) Photography: Moody studio portraits, geometric fashion shots, and group images with the New Power Generation “Ich trage diese Absätze, weil Frauen sie mögen. Nicht weil ich klein bin.” (“I wear these heels because women like them. Not because I am small.”) WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Dramatic opening double-page spread with “ER SPRICHT” headline Multiple interior pages with extensive text and photographs Classic early-90s European magazine layout with bold typography RELATED MATERIAL Prince – Sky Magazine Cover & Feature “Cream Tease” (October 1991) Prince – Alter Ego Authorized Comic (1991) Martika – “Martika’s Kitchen” Ad (same Sky Magazine issue) Also see tabs at the foot of this post. 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 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.

T.C. Ellis released his debut and only album True Confessions on May 28, 1991, via Prince’s Paisley Park Records. The album features significant Prince contributions, including the track “Miss Thang” where Prince plays all instruments and produces. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: T.C. Ellis Label: Paisley Park Records Format: CD / LP / MC Country: United States Released: May 28, 1991 Genre: Hip-Hop, Rap, R&B Length: 56:57 TRACK LIST CD / LP / MC Track Listing: Side 1 Intro Dope Segue Miss Thang (3:30) Pussycat For The Record Bustin' Brothers And Sisters Side 2 True Confession Cold Thang Bambi (Rap) Girl O’ My Dreams (1:34) Somebody’s Got To Love Her Love Brothers And Sisters (Reprise) Miss Thang (Vasquez Ice Mix) (5:37) PERSONNEL Musicians T.C. Ellis – lead vocals Prince – all instruments on “Miss Thang” Jana Anderson – background vocals on “Miss Thang” Levi Seacer, Jr. – all instruments on “Girl O’ My Dreams” Eric Leeds, Rosie Gaines, George Clinton – additional contributions Production Prince – producer and mixing engineer on “Miss Thang” Levi Seacer, Jr. – producer and mixing engineer on “Girl O’ My Dreams” Alan Leeds – executive producer Junior Vasquez – remix on “Miss Thang (Vasquez Ice Mix)” THE STORY True Confessions is the sole album by rapper T.C. Ellis, released on Prince’s Paisley Park label. Prince contributed writing and full performance on “Miss Thang”, writing on “Girl O’ My Dreams” and “Bambi (Rap)”, and a rap element reused from “New Power Generation (Pt. II)” on “True Confession”. CONTEXT & NOTES The album was mostly overseen by Levi Seacer, Jr. with Prince’s direct involvement on select tracks. Despite the Paisley Park association and Prince’s input, the album did not chart. “Miss Thang” was released as a single. RELATED MATERIAL TC Ellis (Prince’s Rap Pioneer at Paisley Park) T.C. Ellis (March 12, 1991) Miss Thang - Single US SOURCES Prince Vault, Discogs, Wikipedia 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.

Full-page color advertisement for Martika’s highly anticipated second album Martika’s Kitchen, featuring bold pop-art design and promoting the smash hit single “Love… Thy Will Be Done”. PUBLICATION: Date: October 1991 Country: United Kingdom Title: SKY MAGAZINE Section: Full-page advertisement (appears in the same issue as the major Prince “Cream Tease” cover story & interview) THE STORY The striking ad uses a vibrant, cubist/pop-art collage style with geometric shapes, a stylized white torso sculpture, fruit, and a framed portrait of Martika. It announces the release of Martika’s Kitchen and highlights the lead single “Love… Thy Will Be Done” (co-written and produced by Prince). CONTEXT AND NOTES Martika (Marta Marrero) gained massive fame with her 1989 debut album. Her 1991 follow-up Martika’s Kitchen was heavily influenced by Prince, who contributed several tracks including the gospel-tinged hit “Love… Thy Will Be Done.” This ad ran in the very same October 1991 issue of Sky Magazine that featured Prince’s rare in-depth interview, creating a nice thematic link between the two artists in one publication. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Era: 1991 (Diamonds and Pearls period for Prince) Tone: Artistic, colorful, commercial Design: Eye-catching 1990s pop-art collage with strong geometric composition “the beautiful new album includes the smash hit single love… thy will be done out now!” WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Full-page advertisement with distinctive avant-garde artwork Prominent branding for Martika’s Kitchen Visual promotion of the Prince connection via the single RELATED MATERIAL (Same Issue) Prince – Sky Magazine Cover & Major Feature “Cream Tease” (October 1991) Prince – Alter Ego Authorized Comic (1991) Martika’s Prince-penned single “Love… Thy Will Be Done” Also see tabs at the foot of this post. 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.

Article Context & Main Highlights Sheena Easton – “101” Release Date: July 3, 1989 From the album: The Lover in Me (1988) Label: MCA Records Writer / Producer / Performer: Prince (credited as Joey Coco for writing) The third single released from Sheena Easton’s ninth studio album The Lover in Me. Written, produced, and featuring Prince (under the pseudonym Joey Coco for the writing credit). Released worldwide around five months after the parent album, the single became a notable club hit despite limited mainstream chart success. Key Content Notable Details “101” is a synthpop track showcasing Prince’s collaboration with Easton. It performed strongly in clubs, reaching No. 2 for two consecutive weeks on the Billboard Hot Dance Music - Club Play Chart. In the UK it peaked at No. 54 on the Gallup Singles Chart. Several remixes and an instrumental B-side (previously unreleased) were included across formats. The tracks labeled “101 (Def House Mix / Extended Club Version)” and “101 (The Remix)” on different releases are the same version. This release continued Easton’s association with Prince following earlier collaborations. The single helped maintain interest in The Lover in Me and highlighted Prince’s behind-the-scenes influence in the late 1980s pop and dance scene. Charts UK Singles Chart: No. 54 US Dance Club Songs (Billboard): No. 2 US Dance/Electronic Singles Sales: No. 25 Full Tracklisting 7" Single Commercial A. 101 – 4:06 B. 101 (Instrumental) – 4:06 (sleeve above) 7" single Commercial with poster sleeve - UK - MCA 1348 A Side 101 (4:06) B Side 101 (Instrumental 4:06) Promotional 7" - UK - MCA-53629 A Side 101 (4:06) B Side 101 (4:06) 12" Single Promotional - UK - WMCAT 1348 A Side 101 (The Remix) B Side 101 (Uptown Version) 12" Single Commercial UK - MCAT 1348 A. 101 (The Remix) – 7:58 B. 101 (Uptown Version) – 8:20 3" CD Single 101 (7" Version) – 4:06 101 (The Remix) – 7:58 101 (Instrumental) – 4:06 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.

Hollywood columnist Marilyn Beck reports that rumors of frantic re-editing on Prince’s upcoming film Graffiti Bridge are untrue, according to producer Arnold Stiefel. The article also mentions Prince’s upcoming “Thieves In the Temple” single and video from the movie PUBLICATION Publication: St. Cloud Times Date: May 27, 1990 Country: USA Section / Pages: Page 77 Title: Marilyn Beck (Tribune Media Services) THE STORY The column addresses circulating rumors that Prince’s Graffiti Bridge is being heavily re-edited because “the story makes no sense.” Producer Arnold Stiefel denies this, stating that the team is simply working on the initial edit. He emphasizes the film’s 18 musical numbers and Prince’s intense personal oversight. The piece also notes that fans will get a first look at the movie’s music in mid-June with the release of the “Thieves In the Temple” single and video. CONTEXT AND NOTES This article comes during the post-production phase of Graffiti Bridge, Prince’s second major motion picture. It reflects the high level of public interest and speculation surrounding Prince’s film projects in 1990, following the success of Purple Rain. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Graffiti Bridge film production update Era: 1990 (Graffiti Bridge era) Tone: Defensive / Reassuring Photography: Black & white portrait of Prince Audience: General entertainment readers WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS A syndicated Hollywood gossip column addressing rumors about Prince’s Graffiti Bridge film, with quotes from producer Arnold Stiefel and additional notes about upcoming music releases. RELATED POSTS Prince (August 20, 1990) Graffiti Bridge - Album Minnesota Music Awards (May 12, 1989) Replacements Irreplaceable – Star Tribune Prince (May 11, 1989) Minnesota Music Awards – Orpheum Theatre, Minneapolis COPYRIGHT NOTICE All magazine scans, photographs and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.