Prince and the Revolution: Purple Rain - Rock Classics

1984 saw Prince return with a set of songs for the Purple Rain soundtrack album, cementing his superstardom with dancefloor hymns and controversial tracks. Purple Rain celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2024, and this book explores the writing and recording process, as well as the stories behind the songs and B-sides.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 104 pages
Publication date: 30 May 2024
Publisher: Sonicbond Publishing

1984 was a remarkable year for music, with iconic releases from Madonna, Bruce Springsteen, Metallica, and Van Halen. However, it was Prince who truly stole the show with his return to the music scene. Not content with just starring in his semi-autobiographical movie, Prince poured his heart and soul into creating an unforgettable soundtrack album for Purple Rain. The album featured a set of songs that were both groundbreaking and timeless, and it showcased Prince's incredible talent as a songwriter, producer, and performer. Released in 1984, Purple Rain was a cultural phenomenon that captured the spirit of the times. It was a time of significant world change, and Prince's eccentric and talented backing band, The Revolution, was a perfect match for his vision. The album's lead single, "Purple Rain," was a power ballad that broke all the rules of songwriting and became an instant classic. It was followed by a controversial track, "Darling Nikki," that led to the establishment of the PMRC (Parents' Music Resource Center) and the creation of the Parental Advisory label. Purple Rain's 40th anniversary in 2024 is a significant milestone, and this book delves deeper into the writing and recording process of the diamond-certified album. It also explores the stories behind the songs and the host of B-sides that have followed over the years. This book pays tribute to Prince, the inimitable mastermind behind the entire Purple Rain project.

Weight: 112g
Dimension: 129 x 199 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789523225