Erica Thompson
Prince’s Former Bodyguard Wally Safford Talks New Memoir
In an exclusive interview, Safford recalls Prince's sense of humor, his unquestioned talent and even his preference of bed sheets.
When Spike Lee Snagged Prince’s Back Catalog for ‘Girl 6’
Director fashioned the soundtrack out of mostly previously released songs.
20 Years Ago: Santana Hit No. 1 With ‘Maria Maria’
Song continued the 'Supernatural' hot streak that began with "Smooth."
When Prince Launched the Short-Lived Website, 20Pr1nc3.com
After years away from the web, Prince returned online with this minimally designed site in 2013.
Why the Official Release of the ‘Black Album’ Agitated Prince
With a seven-year head start on the bootleg market, the funk album failed to surprise in 1994.
When Parliament Swam in Funk on ‘Motor Booty Affair’
George Clinton and company explore a sexy, funky Atlantis, and hit No. 1 with “Aqua Boogie.”
Prince’s Milestone Birthdays: Charting His Life Decade by Decade
A look back on where Prince was in his life and career for each of his milestone decade birthdays.
Prince Ponders ‘The Question of U’: 365 Prince Songs in a Year
‘The Question of U’ was used in a pivotal moment in 'Graffiti Bridge.'
Prince Becomes a Bass Hero on ‘Shy’: 365 Prince Songs in a Year
1995's "Shy" spotlighted Prince's underreported skills on the bass.
The Many Lives of ‘Bambi’: 365 Prince Songs in a Year
Released on his second album, "Bambi" was one chapter in Prince's long, complex history with the LGBTQ community.