Christy Norman

The Mountains and the Sea Reviews Prince

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Josh and Christy explore the highs and the lows - the mountains and the sea, if you will - of every Prince album. Each album will get as many episodes as needed. The album episodes will focus on the released tracks with a brief discussion of each song and our selections for the mountain, the sea, and the time capsule - the song that most represents the era of recording. Other subsequent episodes will feature information about and commentary on ancillary materials: B-sides, music videos, fashion, concert videos, proteges, interesting stories and personal anecdotes from our hosts. Visit us on Fa...

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All for the Mookie - Batman Soundtrack Part 2 28.06.2026 1:22:04

Nananananananana… Batman! The back half of the album and selections have jumped in the Batmobile for your listening pleasure! Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Thanks for Coming to My Joker Talk - Batman Part 1 14.06.2026 1:04:36

Nananananananana… Batman! Prince was invited to participate with the 1989 Batman film and jumped in with both feet. There’s lots of background to learn about how the project came about, how happy the participants were, and some struggles. All that AND the first four songs of the album on this episode! Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Emai...

Seductive and Profound Nonsense - C-NOTE and Glasscutter 31.05.2026 1:01:19

As we round out our coverage of the Musicology era, we can’t leave out the release of the EP/album C-NOTE and a “homeless” track, GlassCutter. All in all, a fun way to put a bow on this time period. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

The Ron Burgundy of Prince Music - Select Aftershow Songs 2004 17.05.2026 1:04:09

The aftershow was a rich part of Prince’s life as a performer. His epic and lengthy concerts weren’t enough and smaller venues with a variable set list pleased Prince and the audience. We check out a few songs from Prince aftershows in February 2004 at The Fillmore and March 2004 at Club Black. Oh, and happy 200th episode to us! Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter…...

How Excited To Be - Musicology Tour 2004ever Part 2 03.05.2026 58:19

We finish up talking about the simulcast inaugural concert of the Musicology Tour performed in Los Angeles on March 29, 2004. Lots of hits, a few new songs, and an unreleased song performance makes this a special, and fun, show. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Concert Pajamas - Musicology Tour 2004ever Part 1 19.04.2026 54:38

The official opening night of the Musicology Tour 2004 ever was on March 29, 2004 in Los Angeles and it was simulcast to cinemas all over the US. That means that there is video for us to check out! We watch the first half of the concert in this episode. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Sneels and Heekers - Jay Leno and Much More Music 05.04.2026 1:02:41

Prince did a TON of promotion before and during the Musicology tour, but most didn’t include a performance with the interview. In 2004, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Canada’s MuchMoreMusic Live! both had fun performances and relaxed interviews so we have chosen to cover them here. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@...

Ellen's Parade - Ellen 2004 01.03.2026 53:19

Prince monopolized the show when he appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in early March 2004. Not only did he sit for a delightful interview but he played a bunch of songs, both aired and unaired. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Excellent Complaints - 2004 RnRHoF Induction 15.02.2026 1:04:18

What happens exactly 25 years after your first album release if you are Prince? An induction to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, of course! We talk about the performances of his own music, his speech and the now iconic guitar solo in While My Guitar Gently Weeps. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Musicology Area - The Art of Musicology 01.02.2026 54:47

Prince has stated that he was interested in doing an MTV Unplugged episode, but end up doing The Art of Musicology instead. A combo of big band performances and Prince on a stool with an acoustic guitar, this multi-channel special showcased a range of talents. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Even Pookie and Them - Musicology B-sides Plus 18.01.2026 1:00:05

Musicology had B-sides for its singles - even if some were “virtual” or region specific. To add to the original confusion, the B-sides were finally released to streaming on Musicology’s 20th anniversary… but as alternate versions. We talk about those, and threw in one more song just for fun. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSP...

Three Two One - Musicology Videos 28.12.2025 54:36

Musicology had a bunch of videos: some released, some promotional, and one unreleased. We talk about all of them - the triumphs and tribulations - this episode. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Moral Posturing - Musicology Album Part 2 07.12.2025 1:03:50

The back half of Musicology is up next. Talk about your highs and lows… Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Salad Spoon - Musicology Album Part 1 23.11.2025 1:12:46

School’s in session - Musicology is on deck for us and we cover the first half of the album in this episode. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Jibber Jabberin' - Musicology Intro and 2004 Grammy 09.11.2025 41:34

It wasn’t a comeback! 2004 was a HUGE year for Prince and it all kicked off with a Grammy performance with Beyoncé and continued with a well-planned set of appearances, the album Musicology, and a North American tour. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

TMATS Endorses Sir Woman 26.10.2025 1:28:09

We were deciding between taking a break or doing something a little different. Josh decided that we should pick an under-the-radar band that appeals to us… and might appeal to other Prince fans. Join us in checking out Sir Woman. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Gitfiddle - Montreux 2013 Show 3 12.10.2025 1:13:12

We round out our extensive coverage of the 3rdEyeGirl era with Prince’s last performance at Montreux Jazz Festival in 2013 - and ever - was a fun rock show that was 3rdEyeGirl heavy. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Purple Yoda - Montreux 2013 Show 2 21.09.2025 1:02:41

Montreux Jazz Festival is always great, but even more so when Prince played. The second of three shows from 2013 at the Fest, today on The Mountains and the Sea. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Days of the World - Montreux 2013 Show 1 31.08.2025 1:17:03

Montreux Jazz Festival is always great, but even more so when Prince played. His final appearance for this event was a slate of three subsequent nights in July 2013. We talk about the first of those three shows in this episode. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Love Stories - Superconductor Part 2 17.08.2025 1:03:01

2012 was a publicly quiet time for Prince, but he was not only hard at work touring and assembling 3rdEyeGirl, but working with Andy Allo on her album, Superconductor. We chat about the back half of the album. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Front of the Mouth Gutteral - Andy Allo Superconductor Part 1 03.08.2025 1:10:41

Between the 20Ten album and Art Official Age was a quiet time for Prince, but that doesn’t mean that he wasn’t busy. Protege Andy Allo recorded an entire album during and following the Welcome 2 America Euro and Canada and Prince is all over it. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Not for Funds - Non-album AOA and PE Era Tracks 20.07.2025 1:14:48

Not everything from 3rdEyeGirl.com or 3rdEyeTunes made it onto an album and today we are talking about several of those tracks. Boyfriend, Ain’t Gonna Miss U When Ur Gone, That Girl Thang, Da Bourgeoisie, and Indifference all have their charms even if they weren’t deemed album-worthy. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@g...

Art Official Cage-free - The Breakfast Experience 06.07.2025 57:07

The only maxi-single from Art Official Age was for Breakfast Can Wait and Prince returned to the idea of an “experience.” We chat about The Breakfast Experience and the video for Breakfast Can Wait and there are a few fun connections you won’t want to miss! Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Icial Age - Art Official Age Part 2 22.06.2025 1:29:28

The back half, or the “Icial Age” of Art Official Age, is on deck and we have thoughts and connections. There’s even a little TMATS Vacation Bible School, but only so that you can find a deeper understanding of some references. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com

Art Off - Art Official Age Part 1 08.06.2025 2:01:30

An album episode! Well, the first half of 2014’s Art Official Age. Dubbed an “R&B fantasia” this album is unusual and wide ranging, but ever so Prince-like. Off we go! Art Off, that is… Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ Twitter… X… Twix: @TMATSPodcast Email: TMATSPodcast@gmail.com