Around the World In A Day was a significant departure in sound from Purple Rain. If this album is known for two things, that fact is one (the other is a particular song about a fruit-colored clothing accessory). For anyone who wonders "why?" I will attempt to provide some context regarding the timing of its creation and … Continue reading Prince & the Revolution – Around the World In A Day (1985) →

Steps for musical success and worldwide domination, according to Prince. Step 1: Learn to play guitar, bass, piano, keyboards, and drums, among other instruments. Have an amazing singing voice with tremendous range. Step 2: Get signed to a major label while still a teenager and insist on maintaining the creative freedom to write and produce … Continue reading Prince & the Revolution – Purple Rain (1984) →