Music That Defines Our Memories
On Episode 89 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, the co-authors of The Rise of Prince: 1978-1988, Alex Hahn & Laura Tiebert, join me to talk about "Sign o' the Times." This lead single from the double album of the same name used a ripped from the headlines approach to calling out troubling aspects … Continue reading Episode 89: Sign o’ the Times
On Episode 88 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, Richard Cole (@RichardCole_NOW) from the Amari Purple Talk Podcast (AmariCommunications.com) joins me to chat about the "Kiss" B-side, "Love or Money." The song is notable as it scores the fun shopping montage scene in Under the Cherry Moon as well as winning the 1986 Golden … Continue reading Episode 88: Love or Money
In terms of musical output post-1999, I would say that Parade has the weakest collection of unreleased B-sides. 1999 and Purple Rain set the standard. Check out this murderer's row of non-album classics. How Come U Don't Call Me AnymoreHorny ToadIrresistible Bitch17 DaysErotic CityGodAnother Lonely Christmas Honestly, that would be a dope little LP right … Continue reading High-Speed Dub Review: Prince’s Parade Era B-Side and 12″ Remixes
On Episode 87 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, Jerry Bonner (@JBonner71) joins me to discuss the somber, wistful ballad, "Sometimes It Snows in April" from Parade. We discuss a few lyrical question marks that the song asks as well as connection to the film and the accidental eulogy that the song became … Continue reading Episode 87: Sometimes It Snows in April
On Episode 86 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, I welcome first-time guest, musician Rhonda Nicole (rhondanicole.com) to the show to talk with me about the uber-funky penultimate track off Parade, "Anotherloverholenyohead." https://press-rewind.blubrry.net/2021/03/19/anotherloverholenyohead-press-rewind-prince-lyrics-podcast/ "We are brothers and sisters united all 4 love." Parade is filled with many songs that bring joy to the … Continue reading Episode 86: Anotherloverholenyohead
On Episode 85 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, author, blogger, and speaker Laura Tiebert (lauratiebert.com) joins me to talk about one of Prince's biggest hits, "Kiss." Despite a complicated and messy origin story, "Kiss" is most famous for its stellar guitar work, Prince's impeccable falsetto, fun yet straightforward lyrics, and that startling … Continue reading Episode 85: Kiss
On Episode 84 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, Karen Shedrick joins me again to discuss the lyrics to one of the essential tracks for the Under the Cherry Moon Soundtrack, primarily due to its prominence in the film. We try to capture the song's intent in the context of the movie while also … Continue reading Episode 84: Do U Lie?
On Episode 83 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, Leslie Ballard and I chat about one of our favorites from the Parade album, the second single, "Mountains." This superior collaboration with Wendy & Lisa is meant to uplift and bring joy to whoever hears it. We chatted about current events of 1985-1986 that led to … Continue reading Episode 83: Mountains
On Episode 82 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, I take a break from lyric dissection so I can talk about two instrumental tracks from the Parade era. The beautiful piano and orchestral album track, "Venus de Milo," and the bombastic guitar rocker, "Alexa de Paris." https://press-rewind.blubrry.net/2021/02/06/venus-de-milo-alexa-de-paris-press-rewind-prince-lyrics-podcast/ What exactly is there to talk … Continue reading Episode 82: Venus De Milo & Alexa De Paris
On Episode 81 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, I welcome a brand new guest to the show, Roy Turner (@TrickyKid2 on Twitter) of Tricky Kid Media (https://www.facebook.com/TrickyKidRadio/), to talk with me about his favorite song, "Life Can Be So Nice." This jubilant and chaotic Parade track soundtracks a memorable scene in Under the Cherry Moon, and it brings … Continue reading Episode 81: Life Can Be So Nice