I wasn't crazy about the music that he did or his flamboyance. However, You can't argue though that he was incredibly talented, combining funk with Jimi Hendrix and a driving rock sound with soul and R&B. He was particularly innovative in combining all these things.
He was also a gifted producer, working with Jimi Jamm who produced a few Janet Jackson albums. He worked to form the 80's group, " the Bangles " with Suzanna Hoffs and also Sheila E. along with many others.
I remember when there was a tribute to George Harrison of the Beatles at the 2004 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Iinduction. The all star cast included Prince and keyboard great Steve Winwood as well as the son of George Harrison, Danni, playing rhythm guitar. They played the Iconic song " While my guitar gently weeps " and Prince did the solo. It was incredible. I had no Idea Prince could play guitar but the all star cast knocked it out of the park.
He was a bit of a rebel, fighting with his record label to maintain creative control over his music resulting in his new name " The artist formally known as Prince "
Prince at the 2004 rock and roll hall of fame induction.
We have lost so many great ones like Glenn Frey and such. I hope we don't lose any more.
Rest in Peace.
Last edited by Commander Wallace; 04-21-16 at 04:07 PM.
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