The play was first announced last year as part of the 40th anniversary celebration, with longtime Prince collaborators Bobby Z and Morris Hayes listed as Music Advisors. It’s been… 40 years since ...

Having his 1984 hit “Purple Rain” named one of the state songs of Minnesota “would have meant so much” to Prince, his sister Sharon Nelson told a state Senate committee Tuesday.

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But the Purple Rain album marked a turning point ... that became part of an infamous list and resulted in the American music industry agreeing to instigate content warning labels on future ...

From his song list to the weather, all the elements were in position ... Also, the rain continued in increased intensity by the time he sang Purple Rain, creating almost dreamlike conditions. The ...

Albert Magnolia directed the film; the soundtrack spent 24 consecutive weeks at the top of the Billboard album chart and includes the song “When Doves Cry.” “Purple Rain” won the Academy ...

Purple Rain represents Prince’s acting debut, but the rockstar also produced the entire soundtrack, including original tracks. The film itself won a Best Original Song Score Oscar at the Academy ...

In addition to starring in the film, Prince also composed all of the music, creating a legendary album to accompany the film. Purple Rain (1984) Official Trailer - Prince, Apollonia Kotero Movie ...

“Devoted and new fans alike prepare to be exhilarated by an unforgettable and unparalleled performance from one of music’s greatest of all time.” According to a release, Purple Rain was ...