Prince Rogers Nelson, known simply as Prince, was an iconic American musician and multi-instrumentalist, renowned for his eclectic work, flamboyant stage presence, and wide vocal range. Born on June 7, 1958, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, he was a prodigy who taught himself to play the piano, guitar, and drums by the age of seven. He burst onto the music scene in the late 1970s and became one of the most versatile and influential artists of his time. With a career spanning over four decades, Prince effortlessly crossed genres with his innovative blend of rock, funk, R&B, new wave, soul, psychedelia, and pop. He released 39 studio albums over his lifetime and won seven Grammy Awards, an American Music Award, a Golden Globe Award, and an Academy Award for the film "Purple Rain."

Prince's artistic genius was not limited to his music; he was also a shrewd producer and songwriter for other artists, penning hits for the likes of The Bangles and Sinead O'Connor. His creativity knew no bounds, and even after his untimely death on April 21, 2016, his legacy continued to flourish through posthumous releases, reaffirming his status as a cultural icon. The releases, such as "Diamonds And Pearls (Super Deluxe Edition)," "Welcome 2 America," and "Sign O' The Times (Super Deluxe Edition)," include remastered versions of his classics, live performances, and previously unreleased tracks, all of which further solidify Prince's stature as an artist whose influence and body of work will resonate for generations to come.

Genres

Funk

Funk Rock

Minneapolis Sound

Rock

Synth Funk

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Latest Release

Silver Tongue

Prince

Single - Released May 24, 2024