The Hits 2 is the second volume of Prince’s official greatest hits compilation, released simultaneously with The Hits 1. It focuses on more explicit material and includes two previously unreleased tracks: “Peach” and “Pope.” RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records / Paisley Park Catalogue: 9362-45432-1 (LP) Format: 2×LP, Compilation Country: Germany / Worldwide Released: September 13, 1993 (UK) / September 14, 1993 (USA) THE STORY This compilation brings together Prince’s biggest and boldest hits from 1978–1993, spanning The Revolution and New Power Generation eras. It serves as the companion to The Hits 1, featuring funkier, more sensual, and rock-oriented material. CONTEXT & NOTES Released during Prince’s contract tensions with Warner Bros., The Hits 2 contains the more explicit tracks (avoiding a Parental Advisory on Volume 1). It includes two then-new songs: “Peach” (1992) and “Pope” (1993). The set was a commercial success and later formed the core of the 3-disc The Hits / The B-Sides box. TRACK LISTING (1993 Original 2LP Vinyl) Side A A1 Controversy — 3:35 A2 Dirty Mind — 3:49 A3 I Wanna Be Your Lover — 2:56 A4 Head — 4:43 A5 Do Me, Baby — 3:55 Side B B1 Delirious — 2:38 B2 Little Red Corvette — 4:55 B3 I Would Die 4 U — 2:56 B4 Raspberry Beret — 3:31 B5 If I Was Your Girlfriend — 3:46 Side C C1 Kiss — 3:45 C2 Peach — 3:48 C3 U Got The Look — 3:46 C4 Sexy M.F. — 5:24 C5 Gett Off — 4:29 Side D D1 Cream — 4:12 D2 Pope — 3:28 D3 Purple Rain — 8:40 Total Length: ≈ 75:00 PERSONNEL Musicians Prince – all vocals and instruments (except where noted); credited as Camille on select tracks. ADDITIONAL MUSICIANS AND BACKGROUND The Revolution Lisa Coleman – keyboards, background vocals Wendy Melvoin – guitar, background vocals Brown Mark – bass, background vocals Bobby Z. – drums, percussion Dr. Fink – synthesizers Dez Dickerson – guitar, co-lead vocals The New Power Generation Rosie Gaines – co-lead vocals, keyboards Tony M. – rap Levi Seacer, Jr. – guitar Sonny T. – bass Tommy Barbarella – keyboards Michael B. – drums Damon Dickson & Kirk Johnson – percussion, background vocals Mayte – background & co-lead vocals Other Contributors Sheena Easton – co-lead vocals on “U Got The Look” Sheila E. – drums on “U Got The Look” Mazarati – background vocals on “Kiss” Horn sections (Brian Gallagher, Kathy Jensen, etc.) on NPG tracks Various string players and additional vocalists across recordings. Production Prince – producer, arranger (most tracks) Various engineers including David Z., Susan Rogers, Keith “K.C.” Cohen, Michael Koppelman, and others Compilation Producer: Gregg Geller PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Double vinyl with printed inner dust sleeves containing photos, liner notes, and credits Standard 1993 Warner Bros. single jacket Made in Germany by Warner Music Manufacturing Europe CHARTS USA: Billboard 200 — #54 USA: Billboard Top R&B Albums — #23 Certified Platinum (1,000,000 units) in the US. SOURCES Album liner notes, provided release data, official discography. 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.

The Hits / The B-Sides is a 3-disc career retrospective box set by Prince, released simultaneously with the individual The Hits 1 and The Hits 2 compilations. Disc 3, titled The B-Sides, collects 20 rare tracks including 18 previously released B-sides, one obscure track, and one brand new song..” RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records / Paisley Park Catalogue: 9362-45440-2 Format: 3×CD Box Set, Compilation Country: Worldwide Released: September 13, 1993 (UK) / September 14, 1993 (USA) THE STORY This comprehensive set brings together Prince’s biggest hits across two discs while the third disc dives deep into his non-album B-sides and rarities, showcasing his prolific output and creative depth beyond the singles.. CONTEXT & NOTES Released amid Prince’s Warner Bros. contract struggles, the box set includes two previously unreleased tracks across the set (“Pink Cashmere” and “Power Fantastic”) and highlights material that was often harder to find. The B-Sides (Disc 3) was not available on vinyl — only on CD and cassette versions of the box. TRACK LISTING Disc 1: The Hits 1 When Doves Cry — 3:47 Pop Life — 3:41 Soft And Wet — 3:02 I Feel For You — 3:24 Why You Wanna Treat Me So Bad? — 3:48 When You Were Mine — 3:43 Uptown — 4:09 Let’s Go Crazy — 4:39 1999 — 3:36 I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man — 3:38 Nothing Compares 2 U — 4:57 Adore — 4:39 Pink Cashmere — 6:13 Alphabet St. — 5:38 Sign O’ The Times — 3:42 Thieves In The Temple — 3:19 Diamonds And Pearls — 4:19 7 — 5:09 Disc 2: The Hits 2 Controversy — 3:35 Dirty Mind — 3:49 I Wanna Be Your Lover — 2:56 Head — 4:43 Do Me, Baby — 3:55 Delirious — 2:38 Little Red Corvette — 4:55 I Would Die 4 U — 2:56 Raspberry Beret — 3:31 If I Was Your Girlfriend — 3:46 Kiss — 3:45 Peach — 3:48 U Got The Look — 3:46 Sexy M.F. — 5:24 Gett Off — 4:29 Cream — 4:12 Pope — 3:28 Purple Rain — 8:40 Disc 3: The B-Sides Hello — 3:23 200 Balloons — 5:05 Escape — 3:30 Gotta Stop (Messin’ About) — 2:54 Horny Toad — 2:12 Feel U Up — 3:44 Girl — 3:47 I Love U In Me — 4:12 Erotic City — 3:55 Shockadelica — 3:30 Irresistible Bitch — 4:11 Scarlet Pussy — 4:18 La, La, La, He, He, Hee — 3:21 She’s Always In My Hair — 3:27 17 Days — 3:54 How Come U Don’t Call Me Anymore — 3:50 Another Lonely Christmas — 4:51 God — 4:02 4 The Tears In Your Eyes — 3:23 Power Fantastic — 4:45 PERSONNEL Musicians Prince – all vocals and instruments (except where noted). ADDITIONAL MUSICIANS AND BACKGROUND The Revolution Wendy & Lisa, Brown Mark, Bobby Z., Dr. Fink, Dez Dickerson – various instruments and vocals across earlier tracks. The New Power Generation Rosie Gaines, Tony M., Levi Seacer Jr., Sonny T., Tommy Barbarella, Michael B., Damon Dickson, Kirk Johnson, Mayte – various instruments and vocals on 1990s material. Other Contributors Sheila E., Eric Leeds, Atlanta Bliss, Sheena Easton, Clare Fischer (strings), and many more session musicians across the B-sides. Production Prince – producer, arranger (most tracks) Compilation Producer: Gregg Geller PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS 3CD box set with individual jewel cases or tray Extensive liner notes, photos, and credits CHARTS USA: Billboard 200 — #19 USA: Billboard Top R&B Albums — #6 Certified Platinum (1,000,000 units) in the US. SOURCES Album liner notes, official discography. 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.

Romance 1600 (full title Sheila E. In Romance 1600) is the second album by Sheila E., following her debut The Glamorous Life. Although the credits state that all tracks were produced, written, and arranged by Sheila E. (with A Love Bizarre giving Prince co‑credit), seven of the eight tracks were in fact produced, written, and arranged by Prince, with Sheila E. contributing additional input. Only Merci For The Speed Of A Mad Clown In Summer contained no writing input from Prince, although he played keyboards on the track. This album is the first Sheila E. album — and the third album overall after Around The World In A Day and The Family — to be released on Paisley Park Records. The album, originally titled Toy Box, was recorded in three sets of sessions during breaks from the Purple Rain Tour. Dear Michaelangelo, Bedtime Story, Toy Box, Sister Fate, and A Love Bizarre were recorded in early January 1985. Romance 1600 and Yellow were recorded in early February 1985. A track titled Fish Fries, recorded in early January 1985, was likely intended for the album but not included. An early compilation was assembled at Sunset Sound (Studio 3) on 5 February 1985, before Yellow had been recorded. Four singles were released: Sister Fate, Bedtime Story, and two separate releases of A Love Bizarre (one including a medley of The Glamorous Life, Sister Fate, and A Love Bizarre). The album reached number 50 on the Billboard Pop Album Chart and number 12 on the Billboard Soul LP’s Chart. Track Listing (LP Format) Side one • Sister Fate — Prince — 3:50 • Dear Michaelangelo — Prince — 4:38 • A Love Bizarre — Prince, Sheila E. — 12:18 Side two • Toy Box — Prince — 5:32 • Yellow — Prince — 2:11 • Romance 1600 — Prince — 3:56 • Merci For The Speed Of A Mad Clown In Summer — Sheila E. — 2:47 • Bedtime Story — Prince — 3:45 Album Details Released: 26 August 1985 Recorded: Studios: Master Sound Studios (Atlanta, GA); Cheshire Sound Studios (Atlanta, GA); Sunset Sound (Hollywood, CA); Le Mobile @ The Summit (Houston, TX); 5th Floor Recording Studio (Cincinnati, OH) Length: 36:13 Labels: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Producer: Prince (credited to Sheila E.) Tape Cassette Release (MC) All songs written by Prince, except where indicated. Side 1 • Sister Fate — 3:50 • Dear Michaelangelo — 4:38 • A Love Bizarre — 12:18 Side 2 • Toy Box — 5:32 • Yellow — 2:11 • Romance 1600 — 3:56 • Merci For The Speed Of A Mad Clown In Summer — 2:47 • Bedtime Story — 3:45 Charts America | Chart | Peak Position | Weeks in Chart | | USA: Billboard Top Black Albums | 12 | 33 | Europe | Chart | Peak Position | Weeks in Chart | | Germany: Deutsche Charts LP’s | 36 | 10 | | Netherlands: Dutch Album Top 100 | 33 | 11 | CD Release (1985) • Sister Fate — 3:50 • Dear Michaelangelo — 4:38 • A Love Bizarre — 12:18 • Toy Box — 5:32 • Yellow — 2:11 • Romance 1600 — 3:56 • Merci For The Speed Of A Mad Clown In Summer — 2:47 • Bedtime Story — 3:45 UK release: US release: Personnel (Full Track‑Specific Credits) Sheila E. • lead vocals • bass, bongos, congas, drums, guitar, keyboards, percussion (official credits; much played uncredited by Prince) Prince • all instruments (uncredited) • backing vocals • bass/guitar on A Love Bizarre • bass/guitar on Toy Box • backing vocals on Dear Michaelangelo (uncredited) • backing vocals on Yellow • keyboards on Merci For The Speed Of A Mad Clown In Summer (uncredited) Eddie M. • saxophone on Sister Fate, Dear Michaelangelo, A Love Bizarre, Toy Box, Romance 1600, Merci For The Speed Of A Mad Clown In Summer, Bedtime Story • backing vocals on A Love Bizarre. Yellow horn section • John — horns • Steve — horns • Ron — horns • Dick — horns • Robert — horns • Tim — horns • Ken Grey — organ on Sister Fate • Susie Davis — backing vocals on Dear Michaelangelo, Romance 1600; keyboards on Merci For The Speed Of A Mad Clown In Summer • Stephan Birnbaum — guitar on Dear Michaelangelo, Bedtime Story • Michael Weaver — backing vocals on Toy Box • Karl Perazzo — bongos on Romance 1600; drums/bongos on Merci For The Speed Of A Mad Clown In Summer • Benny Rietveld — backing vocals on Romance 1600; bass on Merci For The Speed Of A Mad Clown In Summer • Juan Escovedo — percussion on A Love Bizarre, Bedtime Story Technical • Prince — producer, arranger (credited to Sheila E.) • David Tickle — engineer • Peggy McCreary — engineer • Susan Rogers — engineer • Bernie Grundman — mastering • Sal — first assistant engineer • Coke Johnson — first assistant engineer • Cavallo, Ruffalo & Fargnoli — management • Karen — second assistant director • Nikki — second assistant director LP - Japan - P-13142 • Laura LiPuma — artwork • Margo Chase — logo design • Sheila E. — costume design • Marie France — costume design • Constance Guzman — first assistant director • Gareth Green — hair/make‑up • James Hajdukiewicz — hair/make‑up • Philip Carreon — hair/make‑up • Jennifer Walton — wardrobe stylist • Rebecca Blake — photography • Stuart Watson — additional photography Certifications RIAA, USA 28 Jan. 1986 Gold (500,000) Contemporary Press Reports Archival newspaper and magazine coverage from the original release period. Arizona Republic Phoenix, Arizona · Wednesday, July 10, 1985 The Flint Journal Flint, Michigan · Friday, August 09, 1985 USA Today McLean, Virginia · Monday, August 05, 1985 The Los Angeles Times Los Angeles, California · Sunday, September 01, 1985 Singles from Romance 1600 Sister Fate 26 July 1985 Bedtime Story 12 August 1985 A Love Bizarre 12 October 1985 Special Medley 31 January 1986 Holly Rock May 1986 from the movie soundtrack Krush Groove 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.

This striking 1986 concert poster promotes Prince & The Revolution’s performance in Frankfurt, Germany during the Parade tour, supporting the album and the film Under the Cherry Moon. Publication: Original Concert Poster Date: August 26, 1986 Country: Germany (West Germany) Location: Frankfurt Section: Concert Promotion (Tour Poster) THE STORY The bold black-and-white poster features a powerful image of Prince with hands raised, wearing a sleeveless top. It announces the show at the Eissporthalle with “Concert ’86 In Frankfurt” and “Prince And The Revolution” branding. The poster highlights the Parade tour, one of Prince’s most visually and musically inventive periods. CONTEXT AND NOTES 1986 was a peak year for Prince following the massive success of Purple Rain. The Parade album and tour (with the revamped Revolution) showcased his evolving sound blending funk, pop, and jazz. This Frankfurt date was part of the European leg, with Prince returning to the same venue shortly after for additional shows. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: European Parade Tour concert poster Era: 1986 (Parade / O(+> era) Tone: Bold, artistic, iconic Photography: Dramatic black & white studio portrait WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Striking close-up of Prince with hands dramatically raised Large “PRINCE” logo at top with “AND THE REVOLUTION” Vertical text “CONCERT ’86 IN FRANKFURT” and diagonal “26.8.” date Eissporthalle venue and show details RELATED MATERIAL This 1986 Parade Tour poster from Frankfurt captures Prince at the height of his creative powers and complements other O(+> era items 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 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.

Gett Off became the first single released from Diamonds And Pearls, marking Prince’s return to giving the New Power Generation co‑credit for the first time since The Revolution disbanded in 1986. The track was initially issued only as a DJ promo on 7 June 1991, Prince’s 33rd birthday, with 1,500 one‑sided 12" copies pressed and no commercial release planned. Strong club response led to the song being added to the album and released worldwide as the lead single. Gett Off reached number 21 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 6 on the Billboard Hot R&B Singles Chart. Horny Pony, originally intended for the album, became the B‑side. The maxi‑single included several tracks derived from Gett Off — Violet The Organ Grinder, Gangster Glam, and Clockin’ The Jizz — along with multiple remixes issued in different territories. The single was re‑released in 2023 as part of the Diamonds And Pearls Singles collection, and the original near‑10‑minute promo mix was reissued for Record Store Day on 24 November 2023. Artist: Prince and the New Power Generation Title: Gett Off Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Country: UK Catalogue: W0056T / W0056CD Date: August 19, 1991 Format: 12" / CD Tracklist 12" — UK A — Gett Off (Urge Mix) (8:20) B — Gett Off (Thrust Mix) (9:29) Cat #: UK: W0056T CD5 — UK 1 — Gett Off (Single Remix) (4:01) 2 — Gett Off (Urge Single Edit) (4:24) 3 — Gett Off (Purple Pump Mix) (8:31) Cat #: UK: W0056CD The Tracks were also released as an E.P in Japan (JAP: WPCP-4630) 1. Gett Off (Extended Remix) (8:31) 2. Gett Off (Houstyle) (8:20) 3. Violet The Organ Grinder (4:59) 4. Gangster Glam (6:04) 5. Cream (N.P.G. Mix) (5:47) 6. Things Have Gotta Change (Tony M. Rap) (3:57) 7. 2 The Wire (Creamy Instrumental) (3:13) 8. Get Some Solo (1:31) 9. Do Your Dance (KC’s Remix) (5:58) 10. Housebangers (4:23) 11. Q In Doubt (4:00) 12. Ethereal Mix (4:43 RELEASE HISTORY Released 19 August 1991 in the UK. Originally issued as a DJ‑only promo on 7 June 1991. Commercial release followed due to strong club response. Included on Diamonds And Pearls after replacing Horny Pony. Reissued in 2023 as part of the Diamonds And Pearls Singles collection. CHARTS & CERTIFICATIONS USA: Billboard Hot R&B — Peak: 6 USA: Billboard Hot Dance Music – Club Play — Peak: 1 USA: Billboard Hot 100 — Peak: 21 PRODUCTION Produced by Prince Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Catalogue numbers: • W0056T • W0056CD • 9362‑40188‑2 PERSONNEL Prince — lead & backing vocals, rap, electric lead guitar, Roland R‑8 Rosie Gaines — co‑lead & backing vocals Tony M. — rap Levi Seacer Jr. — electric rhythm guitar, backing vocals Tommy Barbarella — synthesizers Sonny T. — bass guitar Michael B. — drums Damon Dickson — percussion, backing vocals Kirk Johnson — percussion, backing vocals Eric Leeds — flute SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2 All magazine scans, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts 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.

Released: 19 August 2003 (USA) Released: 15 September 2003 (Europe) Length: 80 minutes Country: United States Language: English Label(s): Hip‑O Records Director(s): Sanaa Hamri Starring: Prince & The New Power Generation, Eric Leeds, Sheila E., Maceo Parker, Greg Boyer, Nikka Costa Music by: Prince Live At The Aladdin Las Vegas is Prince’s 16th home video release and his sixth live concert issued on home video format. The performance was recorded on 15 December 2002 at the Aladdin Theatre for the Performing Arts in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. The DVD features an edited version of the concert, blending Prince’s own catalogue with several covers and extended arrangements. Special guests include long‑time collaborators Eric Leeds and Sheila E., along with 2002 touring band regulars Maceo Parker and Greg Boyer, plus guest vocalist Nikka Costa. The audio was recorded directly from the mix console by Prince’s long‑time sound engineer Scottie Baldwin. In 2020, The Prince Estate re‑released the show as part of the Up All Nite With Prince: The One Nite Alone Collection, packaged as a 4CD+DVD box set. The concert captures Prince during the One Nite Alone… era, performing a mixture of deep catalogue cuts, re‑arranged classics, and funk‑driven improvisations. The setlist moves between intimate piano‑led moments, high‑energy horn‑driven funk, and extended jams featuring guest musicians. The show concludes with a bonus performance of “The Ride”, included as an additional clip on the DVD. Recorded live at the Aladdin Theatre for the Performing Arts, Las Vegas, Nevada (15 December 2002). Audio sourced directly from Scottie Baldwin’s console mix. Edited for home video release. Reissued in 2020 as part of Up All Nite With Prince: The One Nite Alone Collection. Commercially released on DVD in the USA, UK, Canada and Australasia. Not released on VHS, Laserdisc or Digital. DVD References: US: B0000995‑09 • UK: 600753023181 • Canada: B000099509 • Australasia: 981 074‑9 TRACKLIST: • Pop Life (3:51) • Money Don’t Matter 2 Night / The Work (6:44) • Push & Pull (5:50) • 1+1+1=3 (Includes Love Rollercoaster / Housequake) (12:19) • Strollin’ / U Want Me (5:29) • Gotta Broken Heart Again (5:25) • Strange Relationship (4:03) • Pass The Peas (3:33) • Whole Lotta Love (4:58) • Family Name (6:13) • Take Me With U (2:50) • The Everlasting Now (6:00) • Sometimes It Snows In April (3:24) • The Ride (Bonus clip) (7:35) Notes The home video reached number 2 on the Billboard Top Music Videos chart (USA), entering on 30 August 2003 and remaining for 3 weeks. The release is widely regarded as one of Prince’s strongest early‑2000s live documents, showcasing the One Nite Alone… band at full strength. 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.

This Huntsville News feature from August 1990, written by Jon Pareles for the N.Y. Times News Service, explores Prince’s evolving sound and lyrical themes surrounding love, spirituality, and sexuality. The article reviews his new album Graffiti Bridge and reflects on how his music continues to fuse sensuality with innovation. Publication: Huntsville News Date: August 20 1990 Country: United States Under the headline “Sonic and Sexual Updates from Prince,” Pareles examines Prince’s artistic progression from Purple Rain through Graffiti Bridge. He describes Prince as a performer who “has his head in the clouds, his hands on half a dozen instruments, his feet on the dance floor,” emphasizing his physicality and musical versatility. The review highlights Graffiti Bridge as a continuation of Prince’s exploration of dualities — mind and body, sacred and profane, black and white, male and female — themes that have defined his career. Pareles notes that while Prince’s lyrics often revolve around sex, they also express faith and redemption, quoting his slogan‑like lines such as “Everybody’s looking 4 love.” The article discusses Prince’s collaborations with artists including Mavis Staples, Tevin Campbell, and Morris Day, and his ability to blend funk, gospel, and pop into a cohesive sound. Songs like Thieves in the Temple, Round and Round, and New Power Generation are cited as examples of his ongoing experimentation with harmony and texture. Pareles concludes that Prince’s music remains “a balance of sensual and spiritual impulses,” marking him as one of pop’s most inventive figures. CONTEXT AND NOTES By 1990, Prince was entering a new creative phase, expanding his Minneapolis sound into cinematic and collaborative projects. Graffiti Bridge served as both an album and a film, revisiting characters from Purple Rain while introducing new voices from his musical circle. This Huntsville News reprint of Pareles’ review captures the critical reception of Graffiti Bridge at its release — a moment when Prince was redefining his artistry amid changing pop trends and reaffirming his role as a visionary who blurred boundaries between genres and emotions. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Release of Graffiti Bridge album and film Era: 1990 – Post‑Purple Rain  New Power Generation Era Tone: Analytical, reflective, and musically detailed Photography: None included; text‑only newspaper column WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Review of Prince’s Graffiti Bridge and its thematic depth Discussion of his fusion of sexuality, spirituality, and funk Commentary on his collaborations and evolving sound 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 Daily News entertainment front page from August 1990 spotlights new releases from two musical legends — Prince and Elvis Presley. The feature pairs Prince’s Graffiti Bridge double album with a retrospective Elvis package, The Great Performances, under the shared headline “New Tunes from Prince and the King.” Publication: Daily News (EXTRA Section) Date: August 20 1990 Country: United States The left‑hand article, “A ‘Bridge’ of Size & Scope from the Kid” by Jim Farber, reviews Prince’s Graffiti Bridge soundtrack album, describing it as a sequel to Purple Rain and “the world’s first funk musical.” Farber notes that the 17‑song double album expands on the spiritual and musical themes of Purple Rain, blending funk, gospel, and pop into a nonstop celebration. He highlights Prince’s collaborations with George Clinton, Tevin Campbell, and Mavis Staples, and praises the record’s ambition and energy. The right‑hand column, “Early Acetate Highlight of Elvis Package” by David Hinckley, reviews The Great Performances, a collection of rare Elvis Presley recordings and home‑video footage. Hinckley describes the release as a treat for casual fans, featuring early acetates and live performances of classics like My Happiness and Blue Suede Shoes. The layout juxtaposes two eras of musical royalty — Prince, the modern innovator, and Elvis, the enduring icon — each redefining their legacy through new releases. The page features a large monochrome portrait of Prince on the left and a photo of Elvis playing guitar on the right, symbolizing their shared stature as transformative figures in popular music. CONTEXT AND NOTES By August 1990, Prince was promoting Graffiti Bridge as both a film and an album, continuing his multimedia approach to storytelling. The Daily News feature situates him alongside Elvis Presley, underscoring his cultural significance and his role as a successor to rock’s royal lineage. The EXTRA section, known as “New York’s Best Entertainment Section,” often paired contemporary and classic artists, and this issue captures a moment of generational continuity — the King of Rock ’n’ Roll and the Kid from Minneapolis, each commanding their own musical universe. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Release of Graffiti Bridge album and The Great Performances Elvis collection Era: 1990 – New Power Generation / Post‑Purple Rain  Era Tone: Comparative, celebratory, and journalistic Photography: Large black‑and‑white close‑up of Prince’s face Image of Elvis Presley performing with acoustic guitar 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 Star Tribune feature from August 1990, written by Jon Bream, reviews Prince’s Graffiti Bridge soundtrack album, predicting it could be his most successful release since Purple Rain. The article praises the record’s musical focus, collaborative spirit, and its balance between funk, spirituality, and accessibility. Publication: Star Tribune Date: August 20 1990 Country: United States Under the headline “‘Graffiti Bridge’ Soundtrack Album May  Be Prince’s Top Winner Since ’84,” Bream reports that the soundtrack would arrive in stores that week, ahead of the film’s release later in the year. He describes the 17‑track, 68‑minute double album as one of Prince’s most fully realized works, combining contributions from The Time, George Clinton, Mavis Staples, Tevin Campbell, and others. The review highlights Prince’s thematic ambition — a search for utopia through the “New Power Generation” — and notes his narrowing of sound toward accessible funk‑rock reminiscent of Purple Rain. Bream commends Prince’s integration of hip‑hop elements and his continued mastery of musical storytelling. The continuation of the article discusses standout tracks such as Thieves in the Temple, Round and Round, Shake, Can’t Stop This Feeling I Got, and Melody Cool. Bream observes that the album’s diversity and collaborations ensure its longevity, comparing it to Prince’s earlier double albums 1999 and Sign o’ the Times. He concludes that Graffiti Bridge reaffirms Prince’s status as pop music’s most inventive auteur, regardless of the film’s success. CONTEXT AND NOTES By 1990, Prince was expanding his creative universe through multimedia projects, blending film and music as he had with Purple Rain and Under the Cherry Moon. Graffiti Bridge represented both a continuation and reinvention of his Minneapolis sound, introducing new artists while revisiting familiar themes of faith, desire, and redemption. This Star Tribune review captures the anticipation surrounding the release, reflecting Prince’s enduring influence on pop and funk as he entered the 1990s with renewed artistic clarity. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Release of Graffiti Bridge soundtrack album Era: 1990 – New Power Generation   Post‑Purple Rain Era Tone: Analytical, optimistic, and musically detailed Photography: Black‑and‑white image of the Graffiti Bridge album cover featuring Prince’s portrait and collage artwork WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Review of Prince’s Graffiti Bridge soundtrack and its creative scope Discussion of collaborations with The Time, Mavis Staples, and Tevin Campbell Comparison to Purple Rain and earlier double albums 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.

Ultimate is Prince’s fifth compilation of his Warner Bros. studio material, arriving in August 2006, five years after The Very Best Of Prince. The collection focuses exclusively on recordings from the Warner Bros. era, covering twelve studio albums released between 1979 and 1993. Several tracks appear in extended or remixed form, sourced from 12" and CD singles, and each disc presents its selections in a loose chronological sequence based on their original single release dates. The first disc contains single edits or album versions, while the second disc features remixes and extended versions previously available only on singles. There is no overlap between the discs. Disc one includes seventeen tracks, sixteen of which had appeared on The Hits 1 or The Hits 2, and ten of which were included on The Very Best Of Prince. Disc two contains eleven tracks; although none had appeared on a prior compilation in their extended or remixed form, seven had appeared on The Hits 1 or The Hits 2 in album or single‑edit versions, one (“She’s Always In My Hair”) had appeared on The B‑Sides, and seven had appeared on The Very Best Of Prince in their standard versions. Only “My Name Is Prince,” “Let’s Work,” and “Hot Thing” had never appeared on any previous compilation in any form. An early configuration was prepared in late 2005–early 2006 with a different tracklist, planned for release on 21 March 2006. Prince cooperated with the project and revised the proposed tracklist. When his new album 3121 was announced with the same release date, Ultimate was postponed. Packaging had already been printed and CDs pressed, and because the recall occurred at short notice, more than 1,000 copies reached shops in the USA and Australia in mid‑March 2006, and in Greece on 17 April 2006. Stickered slipcase 2 x CD album - European Union - 8122 73381 2 Disc 1 • I Wanna Be Your Lover — 2:57 • Uptown — 4:09 • Controversy — 7:15 • 1999 — 3:37 • Delirious — 2:38 • When Doves Cry — 3:47 • I Would Die 4 U — 2:56 • Purple Rain — 8:40 • Sign O’ The Times — 3:42 • I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man — 3:39 • Alphabet St. — 5:38 • Diamonds And Pearls — 4:19 • Gett Off — 4:31 • Money Don’t Matter 2 Night — 4:47 • 7 — 5:08 • Nothing Compares 2 U — 4:57 • My Name Is Prince — 4:03 Disc 2 • Let’s Go Crazy (Special Dance Mix) — 7:36 • Little Red Corvette (Dance Remix) — 8:22 • Let’s Work (Dance Remix) — 8:02 • Pop Life (Fresh Dance Mix) — 6:18 • She’s Always In My Hair (12" Version) — 6:31 • Raspberry Beret (12" Version) — 6:34 • Kiss (Extended Version) — 7:16 • U Got The Look (Long Look) — 6:40 • Hot Thing (Extended Remix) — 8:30 • Thieves In The Temple (Remix) — 8:08 • Cream (N.P.G. Mix) — 4:50 Musicians Prince - all vocals and instruments, except where noted (credited as Camille for lead vocals on U Got The Look (Long Look)) Lisa Coleman - background vocals on Controversy, Little Red Corvette (Dance Remix), Raspberry Beret (12” Version), co-lead vocals on 1999, keyboards and background vocals on Let’s Go Crazy (Special Dance Mix), Pop Life (Fresh Dance Mix), I Would Die 4 U and Purple Rain Morris Day - drums on Controversy (uncredited, possible involvement on the album version) and Let’s Work (Dance Remix) Dez Dickerson - co-lead vocals on 1999, guitar and vocals on Little Red Corvette (Dance Remix) Jill Jones - co-lead vocals on 1999, vocals on Kiss (Extended version) (uncredited) Jesse Johnson - background vocals on 1999 (uncredited) Wendy Melvoin - guitars and background vocals on I Would Die 4 U, Purple Rain, Let’s Go Crazy (Special Dance Mix) and Pop Life (Fresh Dance Mix), background vocals on Raspberry Beret (12” Version) Brown Mark - bass guitar and background vocals on I Would Die 4 U, Purple Rain, Let’s Go Crazy (Special Dance Mix) and Pop Life (Fresh Dance Mix), Dr. Fink - keyboards on I Would Die 4 U, Purple Rain, Let’s Go Crazy (Special Dance Mix) and Pop Life (Fresh Dance Mix) Bobby Z. - drums and percussion on I Would Die 4 U, Purple Rain and Let’s Go Crazy (Special Dance Mix) Novi Novog - violin on Purple Rain and Raspberry Beret (12" Version) Suzie Katayama - cello on Purple Rain and Raspberry Beret (12" Version) David Coleman - cello on Purple Rain and Raspberry Beret (12" Version) Sheila E. - drums on Alphabet St. and U Got The Look (Long Look), synth drum fills on Diamonds And Pearls (uncredited), drums and background vocals on Pop Life (Fresh Dance Mix) Jonathan Melvoin - tambourine on Pop Life (Fresh Dance Mix) (uncredited) Eric Leeds - saxophone on Alphabet St. and Kiss (Extended version), flute on Gett Off, sampled on Cream (N.P.G. Mix) (from ♥ Or $) Atlanta Bliss - trumpet on Alphabet St. Cat - vocals on Alphabet St. Boni Boyer - vocals on Alphabet St. Ingrid Chavez - vocals on Alphabet St. Rosie Gaines - co-lead vocals on Diamonds And Pearls, co-lead vocals and keyboards on Gett Off, Nothing Compares 2 U and Cream (N.P.G. Mix) Michael B. - drums on Diamonds And Pearls, Gett Off, Money Don’t Matter 2 Night, Nothing Compares 2 U and Cream (N.P.G. Mix) Levi Seacer, Jr. - guitar on Diamonds And Pearls, Gett Off, Nothing Compares 2 U and Cream (N.P.G. Mix), bass on Money Don’t Matter 2 Night Sonny T. - bass guitar on Diamonds And Pearls, Gett Off, Nothing Compares 2 U and Cream (N.P.G. Mix) Tommy Barbarella - keyboards on Diamonds And Pearls, Gett Off, Nothing Compares 2 U and Cream (N.P.G. Mix) Kirk Johnson - percussion and background shouts/vocals on Gett Off and Cream (N.P.G. Mix) Damon Dickson - percussion and background shouts/vocals on Gett Off Tony M. - vocals on Gett Off and rap on My Name Is Prince Chuck Thomas - drums (uncredited, sampled loop from Tramp by Lowell Fulson) on 7 Michael Nelson - trombone on Nothing Compares 2 U Brian Gallagher - tenor saxophone on Nothing Compares 2 U Kathy Jensen - baritone saxophone on Nothing Compares 2 U Dave Jensen - trumpet on Nothing Compares 2 U Steve Strand - trumpet on Nothing Compares 2 U Susannah Melvoin - background vocals on Raspberry Beret (12" Version) Sid Page - violin on Pop Life (Fresh Dance Mix) Marcy Dicterow-Vaj - violin on Pop Life (Fresh Dance Mix) Denyse Buffum - viola on Pop Life (Fresh Dance Mix) Laury Woods - viola on Pop Life (Fresh Dance Mix) Tim Barr - Stand-up bass on Pop Life (Fresh Dance Mix) Annette Atkinson - Stand-up bass on Pop Life (Fresh Dance Mix) Tony Christian - background vocals (as Mazarati) on Kiss (Extended Version) Craig "Screamer" Powell - background vocals (as Mazarati) on Kiss (Extended Version) Jerome "Romeo" Cox - background vocals (as Mazarati) on Kiss (Extended Version) Marr Starr - background vocals (as Mazarati) and keyboards (uncredited) on Kiss (Extended Version) Aaron Paul "Ace" Keith - background vocals (as Mazarati) and keyboards (uncredited) on Kiss (Extended Version) Kevin "Blondie" Patricks - drums (uncredited) on Kiss (Extended Version) Sheena Easton - co-lead vocals on U Got The Look (Long Look) Camille - lead vocals U Got The Look (Long Look) Lester Chambers - harmonica (sampled from I Can’t Stand It by The Chambers Brothers, uncredited) on Thieves In The Temple (Remix) Jevetta Steele - backing vocals (as part of The Steeles) on Thieves In The Temple (Remix) Fred Steele - backing vocals (as part of The Steeles) on Thieves In The Temple (Remix) JD Steele - backing vocals (as part of The Steeles) on Thieves In The Temple (Remix) Jearlyn Steele - backing vocals (as part of The Steeles) on Thieves In The Temple (Remix) Bonnie Raitt - sampled slide guitar (uncredited) on Cream (N.P.G. Mix) Clare Fischer - string orchestration on Cream (N.P.G. Mix) (sampled from High Fashion) George Brown - drums on Cream (N.P.G. Mix) (uncredited, sampled loop from Chocolate Buttermilk by Kool & the Gang) Charts & Certifications Table Region Country / Chart Peak Weeks America The Billboard 200 61 5 Billboard Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums 31 7 The Billboard 200 (re‑entry) 55 6 The Billboard 200 (re‑entry) 6 10 Europe Austria 46 3 Belgium (Flanders) 46 11 Belgium (Wallonia) 52 4 Denmark 6 9 France 12 6 Netherlands 39 7 Portugal re‑entry 14 4 Switzerland 58 2 UK 6 12 Pacific New Zealand 3 (1 week at #1) 10 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. 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Released (Original VHS): 6 October 1992 (USA) — NTSC, PAL Released (DVD Reissue): 22 August 2006 (USA) Length: 58 minutes Country: United States Language: English Label(s): Paisley Park / Warner Reprise Video (US) Director(s): Rebecca Blake, Spike Lee, Larry Fong, Scott McCullough, Sotera Tschetter Starring: Prince & The New Power Generation Music by: Prince Diamonds And Pearls Video Collection compiles the promotional videos from the Diamonds And Pearls album, interspersed with interview segments featuring members of The New Power Generation discussing their roles in the band. Prince filmed these interview inserts himself, creating a hybrid documentary‑style presentation. The collection also includes live tour footage from the 1992 Diamonds And Pearls Tour: • Thunder — Sydney Cricket Ground, Australia (3 May 1992) • Dr. Feelgood — Flinders Park Tennis Centre, Melbourne (18 April 1992) • Live 4 Love — Earls Court, London (24 June 1992), edited with Paris footage The home video reached #13 on the Billboard Top Music Videos chart and #22 on the Top Video Sales chart. Initially released on VHS and Laserdisc in 1992. Reissued on DVD on 22 August 2006. Remastered in 1080p HD for the 2023 Diamonds And Pearls Super Deluxe Edition Blu‑ray. Laser disc - Germany - 7599-38291-6 The video collection blends music videos, live performances, and interview segments to present a behind‑the‑scenes portrait of Prince’s early‑90s band. Each band member offers commentary on their contributions, while the videos illustrate the visual identity of the Diamonds And Pearls era. The live footage adds energy and context, showcasing the tour’s scale and Prince’s performance style during 1992. Production Notes • Interviews filmed by Prince • Live footage sourced from Sydney, Melbourne, London and Paris • Originally released on VHS and Laserdisc (1992) • DVD reissue released 22 August 2006 • Remastered in 2023 for Blu‑ray inclusion in Diamonds And Pearls Super Deluxe Edition The home video reached #13 on the Billboard Top Music Videos chart and #22 on the Top Video Sales chart. The 2023 HD remaster significantly improves clarity and color grading, making it the definitive version of the collection. Formats Commercially released on VHS, Laserdisc, and DVD in the USA, Europe, Japan and Australasia. Remastered for Blu‑ray in 2023. Track Listing • Introduction (1:24) • Thunder (Live) (0:52) • Gett Off (5:31) • Cream (9:16) • Diamonds And Pearls (5:16) • Dr. Feelgood (Live) / Interviews with Rosie Gaines & Tony M. (Incl. Turn Your Lights Down Low — unlisted) (2:25) • Call The Law / Interview with Damon Dickson (4:54) • Willing And Able / Interview with Kirky J. (5:30) • Jughead (Live) / Interview with Tommy Barbarella (2:07) • Insatiable / Interview with Levi Seacer Jr. (5:44) • Strollin’ / Interview with Michael B. (1:58) • Money Don’t Matter 2 Night / Interview with Sonny T. (5:52) • Live 4 Love (Live) (6:43) VHS — NTSC / PAL References: USA: 38291‑3 • EUR: 7599 38291‑3 • AUS: 7599 38291‑3 Laserdisc — NTSC / PAL References: US: 9 38291‑6 • JP: WPLP‑9085 • EUR: 7599 38291‑6 ZM • Introduction (1:24) • Thunder (Live) (0:52) • Gett Off (5:31) • Cream (9:16) • Diamonds And Pearls (5:16) • Dr. Feelgood (Live) / Interviews with Rosie Gaines & Tony M. (Incl. Turn Your Lights Down Low — unlisted) (2:25) • Call The Law / Interview with Damon Dickson (4:54) • Willing And Able / Interview with Kirky J. (5:30) • Jughead (Live) / Interview with Tommy Barbarella (2:07) • Insatiable / Interview with Levi Seacer Jr. (5:44) • Strollin’ / Interview with Michael B. (1:58) • Money Don’t Matter 2 Night / Interview with Sonny T. (5:52) • Live 4 Love (Live) (6:43) DVD — NTSC References: US: R2 971644 • EUR: 0349 71644‑2 • AUS: 0349716442 • Introduction (1:24) • Thunder (Live) (0:52) • Gett Off (5:31) • Cream (9:16) • Diamonds And Pearls (5:16) • Dr. Feelgood (Live) / Interviews with Rosie Gaines & Tony M. (Incl. Turn Your Lights Down Low — unlisted) (2:25) • Call The Law / Interview with Damon Dickson (4:54) • Willing And Able / Interview with Kirky J. (5:30) • Jughead (Live) / Interview with Tommy Barbarella (2:07) • Insatiable / Interview with Levi Seacer Jr. (5:44) • Strollin’ / Interview with Michael B. (1:58) • Money Don’t Matter 2 Night / Interview with Sonny T. (5:52) • Live 4 Love (Live) (6:43) 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.