27 episodes

The official podcast dedicated to Prince, the singular artist and visionary. Featuring explorations of Prince's massive discography and new discoveries from his legendary vault of unreleased recordings, each podcast episode features unforgettable anecdotes and insights from his trusted collaborators. Brought to you by The Prince Estate, which passionately presents Prince's life and work and aims to immerse fans, old and new, in Prince's story.

Prince | Official Podcast The Prince Estate

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    • 4.9 • 180 Ratings

The official podcast dedicated to Prince, the singular artist and visionary. Featuring explorations of Prince's massive discography and new discoveries from his legendary vault of unreleased recordings, each podcast episode features unforgettable anecdotes and insights from his trusted collaborators. Brought to you by The Prince Estate, which passionately presents Prince's life and work and aims to immerse fans, old and new, in Prince's story.

    The Story of Diamonds And Pearls, Episode 1: Welcome 2 The New Power Generation

    The Story of Diamonds And Pearls, Episode 1: Welcome 2 The New Power Generation

    As the ‘80s drew to a close, Prince set his sights on completely redefining his look, sound, and band for the new decade. Musicians Michael Bland, Levi Seacer Jr., Rosie Gaines, Tommy Barbarella, and Sonny Thompson explain how Prince assembled the live band.
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    • 43 min
    The Story of Diamonds And Pearls, Episode 2: If It Ain’t From Minneapolis, It Ain’t S#!^

    The Story of Diamonds And Pearls, Episode 2: If It Ain’t From Minneapolis, It Ain’t S#!^

    The roots of The New Power Generation extend back to Prince’s childhood growing up in North Minneapolis. Founding NPG members Tony Mosley, Sonny Thompson, Kirk Johnson, Damon Dickson, and Prince’s high school girlfriend Cari Price shed light on what the community meant to Prince. 




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    • 45 min
    The Story of Diamonds And Pearls, Episode 3: Rosie Is Like a Tornado

    The Story of Diamonds And Pearls, Episode 3: Rosie Is Like a Tornado

    It’s impossible to discuss Diamonds And Pearls without mentioning Prince’s co-starring vocalist, Rosie Gaines. Where is she now? You’ll find out with the help of Rosie’s daughter, LaToya Gaines—and hear a special message from Rosie herself. 
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    • 32 min
    The Story of Diamonds And Pearls, Episode 4: U Got the Horn, So Why Don’t U Blow It?

    The Story of Diamonds And Pearls, Episode 4: U Got the Horn, So Why Don’t U Blow It?

    Prince’s live show evolved rapidly in the lead-up to the Diamonds And Pearls Tour. NPG members Michael B. Nelson, Mayte Garcia, Damon Dickson, Tony Mosley, Levi Seacer, Sonny Thompson, and Kirk Johnson talk about Prince’s unforgettable live performances.
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    • 34 min
    The Story of Prince and The Revolution: Live, Episode 1: Welcome to Superstardom

    The Story of Prince and The Revolution: Live, Episode 1: Welcome to Superstardom

    Prince wasn’t just well known in 1984. He was red-hot. Host Andrea Swensson welcomes The Revolution and friends for a story about the summer Prince became a household name and the Purple Rain Tour took hold of America. With musicians Wendy Melvoin, Lisa Coleman, BrownMark, Dr. Fink, Bobby Z, and Eric Leeds, manager Bob Cavallo, and production designer Roy Bennett.


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    • 30 min
    The Story of Prince and The Revolution: Live, Episode 2: Hello Syracuse, and the World

    The Story of Prince and The Revolution: Live, Episode 2: Hello Syracuse, and the World

    As the pressures of fame mounted for Prince and The Revolution, and Prince longed to pursue new creative projects, the Purple Rain Tour was cut short and supplanted with a historic satellite broadcast concert from Syracuse, New York, which was also released on VHS for fans around the world. Host Andrea Swensson is joined by The Revolution - Wendy Melvoin, Lisa Coleman, BrownMark, Dr. Fink, and Bobby Z - plus saxophonist Eric Leeds, road manager Craig Rice, Prince’s former manager Bob Cavallo, and production designer Roy Bennett.














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    • 40 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
180 Ratings

180 Ratings

Cat Yaffe Author ,

Even Prince would be proud

I’m a life long Prince fan and have dipped in and out of this podcast from the start so my review is long overdue! I have to say the latest episodes covering Diamonds and Pearls are by far my favourite and I love the little exclusive insights into building the NPG.

Mike R Orso ,

Insightful and moving

The recent episodes about Diamonds and Pearls - an album to some degree dismissed by Prince ultras - have been full of brilliant details and stories. The tracking down and interviewing of Prince’s early girlfriend Carrie for episode 2 was exciting and inspired, and as for the entire episode about Prince and Rosie Gaines, they had me close to tears - this episode deserves all the awards. First rate stuff, congratulations to Andrea Swensson and all involved.

El_Dred ,

Excellent

Very insightful, many thanx x

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