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Send us Fan Mail Sharon Carter's heartfelt entry earned her the chance of a lifetime: a stay at the iconic Purple Rain house. Joined by her guest Tyra Lee, they share their experiences, offering a glimpse into the magic and meaning of this incredible journey.

Send us Fan Mail This is an unforgettable conversation as we welcome Mayte Garcia and her fiancé, the renowned jazz pianist Niels Lan Doky. In this special episode, we dive into their collaborative project of interpreting Prince's iconic music into stunning jazz compositions. Hear about Niels' illustrious musical background and the inspiration behind reimagining Prince's artistry in...

Send us Fan Mail Sonya, an acclaimed costume designer, has a distinguished career marked by collaborations with renowned theaters such as the Guthrie Theatre, the Jungle Theatre, South Coast Repertory, and Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Holding degrees from both La Chambre Syndicale de la Couture Parisienne and The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Sonya's expertise is a fusion of European...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with the brilliant Andrea Swensson, a seasoned music journalist and host of the Official Prince Podcast. Join us as Andrea takes us on a journey through the dynamic music scene of the Twin Cities, sharing her unique experiences and shedding light on the vibrant tapestry of sounds that define the region. At the heart of our conversation is Andrea's...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with the brilliant Andrea Swensson, a seasoned music journalist and host of the Official Prince Podcast. Join us as Andrea takes us on a journey through the dynamic music scene of the Twin Cities, sharing her unique experiences and shedding light on the vibrant tapestry of sounds that define the region. At the heart of our conversation is Andrea's...

Send us Fan Mail Mayte Garcia, dancer, actress, philanthropist, and entrepreneur discusses the change and plans for the love4oneanother foundation, her aspirations for the future, and how Prince is still inspiring her today.

Send us Fan Mail Cassandra O'Neal is a musical director, keyboardist, and educator. She shares her musical experiences, the challenges of being a woman in the business, and how Prince changed her life.

Send us Fan Mail Cassandra O'Neal is a musical director, keyboardist, and educator. She shares her musical experiences, the challenges of being a woman in the business, and how Prince changed her life.

Send us Fan Mail Cassandra O'Neal is a musical director, keyboardist, and educator. She shares her musical experiences, the challenges of being a woman in the business, and how Prince changed her life.

Send us Fan Mail Celebration 2023 was held June 8-11 at Paisley Park. Joining me to discuss their experiences and impressions are Marilynn McNair, Rosa Arreguin and Kevin Davis.

Send us Fan Mail Michael Bland is a powerful drummer with an unmistakable sound. He was Prince's drummer for 7 consecutive years as the drummer in the New Power Generation. He continued to work with Prince on other projects including RaveUn2 the Joy Fantastic, 3121, Plant Earth, and Lotus Flower. He has worked and toured with Chaka Khan, Maxwell, Paul Westerberg, George Benson, the Jonas Brot...

Send us Fan Mail Michael Bland is a powerful drummer with an unmistakable sound. He was Prince's drummer for 7 consecutive years as the drummer in the New Power Generation. He continued to work with Prince on other projects including RaveUn2 the Joy Fantastic, 3121, Plant Earth, and Lotus Flower. He has worked and toured with Chaka Khan, Maxwell, Paul Westerberg, George Benson, the Jonas Brot...

Send us Fan Mail Michael Bland is a powerful drummer with an unmistakable sound. He was Prince's drummer for 7 consecutive years as the drummer in the New Power Generation. He continued to work with Prince on other projects including RaveUn2 the Joy Fantastic, 3121, Plant Earth, and Lotus Flower. He has worked and toured with Chaka Khan, Maxwell, Paul Westerberg, George Benson, the Jonas Brot...

Send us Fan Mail Michael Bland is a powerful drummer with an unmistakable sound. He was Prince's drummer for 7 consecutive years as the drummer in the New Power Generation. He continued to work with Prince on other projects including RaveUn2 the Joy Fantastic, 3121, Plant Earth, and Lotus Flower. He has worked and toured with Chaka Khan, Maxwell, Paul Westerberg, George Benson, the Jonas Brot...

Send us Fan Mail Michael Bland is a powerful drummer with an unmistakable sound. He was Prince's drummer for 7 consecutive years as the drummer in the New Power Generation. He continued to work with Prince on other projects including RaveUn2 the Joy Fantastic, 3121, Plant Earth, and Lotus Flower. He has worked and toured with Chaka Khan, Maxwell, Paul Westerberg, George Benson, the Jonas Brot...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with BrownMark, legendary bassist of The Revolution, to discuss his musical journey, leaving the industry for 20 years, his bands, and the impact of Prince's legacy.

Send us Fan Mail Craig Rice has had a distinguished career in film, music, and education His work earned him several Emmy and NAACP image award nominations. He directed a plethora music videos for Prince, Ingrid Chavez, Eric Leeds, and others and managed several artists including Bobby Brown and Whitney Houston. He talks to us about Prince's legacy and how what he learned influenced his stori...

Send us Fan Mail Craig Rice has had a distinguished career in film, music, and education His work earned him several Emmy and NAACP image award nominations. He directed a plethora music videos for Prince, Ingrid Chavez, Eric Leeds, and others and managed several artists including Bobby Brown and Whitney Houston. He talks to us about Prince's legacy and how what he learned influenced his stori...

Send us Fan Mail Part II of my conversation with two Prince podcasters, Christy Norman and Michael Dean to discuss Prince's legacy and the responsibility of talking about this vanguard artist.

Send us Fan Mail I am joined with two Prince podcasters, Christy Norman and Michael Dean to discuss Prince's legacy and the responsibility of talking about this vanguard artist.

Send us Fan Mail Part 3 and the final episode of my conversation with Jacqui Thompson, Lisa Chamblee, and Ruth Arzate

Send us Fan Mail Part II - In this episode, we are joined on the couch by Jacqui Thompson, PRN Alumni President and former President of NPG Records; Ruth Arzate, Prince's Former Manager, and Operations Director; and Lisa Chamblee, Recording Engineer, and Producer. These ladies share the challenges and successes they had while working with the icon and how Prince's legacy is affecting the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we are joined on the couch by Jacqui Thompson, PRN Alumni President and former President of NPG Records; Ruth Arzate, Prince's Former Manager, and Operations Director; and Lisa Chamblee, Recording Engineer, and Producer. These ladies share the challenges and successes they had while working with the icon and how Prince's legacy is affecting them today.