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Rihanna mistaken for Prince by fans In London
"Pop star Rihanna is followed by screaming fans wherever she goes in the world. Recently some of them were actually screaming for someone else. Who you ask ? None other than his Purpleness, Prince!
While traveling in London last month, Rihanna was mistaken for the Purple Rain rocker.
"Some fans screamed out, 'Prince!' when they saw her," says a witness. "But when they got close enough to ask for an autograph, they realized he was a she." Now we all know that Prince has that he-she vibe going on but I'm sure that didn't make RiRI feel any better. LOL!" "Pop star Rihanna is followed by screaming fans wherever she goes in the world. Recently some of them were actually screaming for... more -
Prince's door-to-door preaching shocks fans
Prince is often chased through the streets by his fans - as he tries to convert them to the Bible.
The singer, who became a Jehovah's Witness in 2001, goes house-to-house to preach about the faith.
And fans are sometimes so stunned to find the rock legend on their doorstep that they don't want to let him go.
He tells USA Today, "Sometimes fans freak out. It might be a shock to see me, but that's no reason for people to act crazy, and it doesn't give them licence to chase me down the street."
Prince is so devoted to his faith that he even takes the Bible to business meetings - to show executives he is serious about doing a deal.
He adds: "There are all kinds of possible deals artists aren't privy to. I love to bring the Bible to the table. I start by asking if they believe in God, then: 'What kind of business do you want to conduct: Transparent or hide the ball?' I'll do tours and albums if the deal is clean." Prince is often chased through the streets by his fans - as he tries to convert them to the Bible. ... more -
Prince Harry worked as bouncer in African bar
LONDON: Believe it or not, Prince Harry, the third-in-line to the British throne, even worked as a bouncer at a bar while he was in Africa helping build a school for Aids orphans with some of his colleagues in the Army.
The 23-year-old Prince pestered British-born landlord Brian Sables to let him be a bouncer at Hopinn Bar in Lesotho after he fell for a T-shirt which one of the serving security guards at the outlet was wearing. "Harry took a fancy to the uniform straight away and asked me, 'How do I get one?'. I said, 'You only get one of these if you work in the bar.'
"He said, 'I can do any job going'. I said, 'We've got only one job going at the moment and that's as a bouncer on the door', and he said, 'That's fine'," reports quoted Sables as saying. Added a Royal source: "Harry adores going to Lesotho. He can just go to a bar for a few beers with his army pals and relax. He was so determined to get a T-shirt and be a doorman for the evening Brian couldn't turn him down."
During the two-week trip, Harry also borrowed ten pounds from Sables to buy a round for his colleagues from the Blues and Royals Regiment. "Harry was sitting there wondering who was paying for the next round. He came up to me and said, 'Eh, I've got no money, just lend me a tenner," Sables was quoted as saying.
Harry has spent the past two weeks in Botswana on safari and was only joined last weekend by his 22-year-old girlfriend Chelsy Davy. He is expected to be back in Britain this week to resume duties at Blues and Royals HQ in Windsor. LONDON: Believe it or not, Prince Harry, the third-in-line to the British throne, even worked as a bouncer at a bar while he was in Af... more -
Sam Sparro Backstage
On this Daily Fix Backstage we head into the studio with Australian born singer, songwriter, and producer, Sam Sparro, to get his fantasy festival line-up and find out where he gets his musical traits. On this Daily Fix Backstage we head into the studio with Australian born singer, songwriter, and producer, Sam Sparro, to get his fant... more
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Prince bans dentist from singing 'Purple Rain'
An NHS dentist who bagged a multi-million pound record deal with Sony BMG with his opera version of "Purple Rain" has to put out his debut album without it. The artist formerly known as the artist formerly known as Prince threatened legal action if Andrew Bain (the dentist) continues to cover it. Other artists, including David Bowie, Snow Patrol and ABBA, are letting Bain cover their tracks in his album. An NHS dentist who bagged a multi-million pound record deal with Sony BMG with his opera version of "Purple Rain" has to put... more
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Prince Philip has prostate cancer: Report
Queen Elizabeth's husband, Prince Philip, has been diagnosed with prostate cancer
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Prince v. Radiohead
Prince and Radiohead have gotten into a spat over who controls the right to post to Youtube His Royal Badness' live cover of Thom Yorke's song "Creep". Prince and Radiohead have gotten into a spat over who controls the right to post to Youtube His Royal Badness' live cover of Tho... more
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Radiohead to Prince: Unblock 'Creep' cover videos
After word spread that Prince covered Radiohead's "Creep" at Coachella, the tens of thousands who couldn't be there ran to YouTube for a peek. Everyone was quickly denied — even Radiohead.
All videos of Prince's unique rendition of Radiohead's early hit were quickly taken down, leaving only a message that his label, NPG Records, had removed the clips, claiming a copyright violation. But the posted videos were shot by fans and, obviously, the song isn't Prince's.
In a recent interview, Thom Yorke said he heard about Prince's performance from a text message and thought it was "hilarious." Yorke laughed when his bandmate, guitarist Ed O'Brien, said the blocking had prevented him from seeing Prince's version of their song.
"Really? He's blocked it?" asked Yorke, who figured it was their song to block or not. "Surely we should block it. Hang on a moment."
Yorke added: "Well, tell him to unblock it. It's our ... song." After word spread that Prince covered Radiohead's "Creep" at Coachella, the tens of thousands who couldn't be ther... more -
Prince vs. Radiohead: DMCA FIGHT!
Prince covered Radiohead's Creep at Coachella. A clip wound up on YouTube. YouTube pulled the clip, and Radiohead is not thrilled. And so a digital rights fight is going to ensue.
Here's a blip from Pitchfork:
"Having footage of his own songs removed is within Prince's rights of course, but where should the line be drawn for covers?
Radiohead, as it happens, feel that right belongs to them. An Associated Press report picked up by Billboard.com today notes comments from a recent Radiohead interview (with the AP, presumably, although the report's not 100% clear on that) that suggest the band isn't pleased with Prince's decision to have those "Creep" cover videos taken down. As the AP report puts it:
"Thom Yorke said he heard about Prince's performance from a text message and thought it was "hilarious." Yorke laughed when his bandmate, guitarist Ed O'Brien, said the blocking had prevented even him from seeing Prince's version of their song.
"Really? He's blocked it?" asked Yorke, who figured it was their song to block or not. "Surely we should [have the right to] block it. Hang on a moment." Yorke added, "Well, tell him to unblock it. It's our...song."""
Thoughts? Prince covered Radiohead's Creep at Coachella. A clip wound up on YouTube. YouTube pulled the clip, and Radiohead is not thrilled... more -
He Makes Love Better Than Prince
FLAIRS "Better Than Prince" by JONAS & FRANCOIS.
Cool animated music vid. Plus, anyone who can eat better than Prince, wins my respect. FLAIRS "Better Than Prince" by JONAS & FRANCOIS. ... more -
One minute with AXOLOTL
Chris Manz talks with experimental music artist, Karl Bauer aka AXOLOTL
This is a one minute example of what's to expect from the
upcoming short film/music doc/experimental/internet show
www.ChrisManzShow.com
I like Chris a lot
CHRIS CORSANO
is an incredible human being
he is such a sweetheart
he remembers names a year later
he is one of the nicest people I've ever met
In terms of Live drum performances
I've been more engaged when he's playing
and I go to a lot of jazz [shows]
Rumor has it, he jammed with PRINCE
after [touring as BJORK's drummer]
Ben Chasney [of SIX ORGANS OF ADMITTANCE] told us
"I'm not sure if it's true but I'm pretty sure it's true,
and I'm going to spread it around anyway
because it's such a cool idea."
BEN CHASNEY [was] my neighbor.
Ben and Elisa Ambrogio [of THE MAGIK MARKERS]
live two doors down
They're dear friends.
I met [Ben Chasney] at Gladtree
(Hampshire College experimental music festival)
And you'll meet Donovan Quinn [of THE SKYGREEN LEOPARDS]
he's my roommate.
Do you like [composer] Phill Niblock?
All the Minimalists are Big for me.
It doesn't even have to be a full setup.
I can just play the viola,
just set up a couple of pedals.
You talk about Universal Consciousness...
The Great Singularity...
According to the Mayan Calendar...
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It's good to be Prince of Dubai
$2.7 Million Camel. You should see the interior and horse power of this puppy.
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Prince to replace Jay-Z at Glastonbury?
Prince could headline this summer's Glastonbury music festival if Jay-Z confirms he has pulled out.
The 'Purple Rain' singer is set to be asked to perform at the event in Somerset, England, to replace rapper Jay-Z, who has seemingly cancelled his appearance to play London's O2 Wireless festival instead.
Bring on the little Purple fellow, you can't beat a bit of Raspberry Beret! Or Little Red Corvet Or Purple Rain. Or indeed any song featuring a colour in the title. Prince could headline this summer's Glastonbury music festival if Jay-Z confirms he has pulled out. ... more -
Prince added to Coachella line-up
Yup. That Prince. This year's line-up is getting pretty freakin' ridiculous. Can't wait!
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It's going to 'purple rain' in the desert; Prince joins Coachella
What's the best way to give a big, last-minute boost to ticket sales for this year's Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival? In a word: Prince.
In a move that may suggest that co-headliners Portishead and Kraftwerk weren't drawing well enough for their April 26 slots at Coachella, Prince has been added to top that night's lineup.
This will mark the Purple Wonder's first performance at Coachella, which takes place April 25-27 at the Empire Polo Grounds in Indio. His addition should send the festival's charisma quotient soaring high above the desert sky, especially since he rarely performs at festivals in this country. And as his show-stealing half-time show at last year's Super Bowl attested, almost no one Prince rises to the occasion like Prince. What's the best way to give a big, last-minute boost to ticket sales for this year's Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festi... more -
One Movie - One Artist
Here is Rolling Stone's 25 top movie soundtracks by one artist - What do you think??
1. Superfly
Curtis Mayfield
2. The Graduate
Simon & Garfunkel
3. Purple Rain
Prince
4. There Will Be Blood
Jonny Greenwod
5. Magnolia
Aimee Mann
6. Into the Wild
Eddie Vedder
7. About a Boy
Badly Drawn Boy
8. Paris, Texas
Ry Cooder
9. Dancer in the Dark
Björk
10. Harold and Maude
Cat Stevens
11. Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid
Bob Dylan
12. She's the One
Tom Petty
13. This Is Spinal Tap
Spinal Tap
14. More
Pink Floyd
15. The Last Temptation of Christ
Peter Gabriel
16. Dead Man
Neil Young
17. Rumble Fish
Stewart Copeland
18. Shaft [Listen]
Isaac Hayes
19. Maximum Overdrive
AC/DC
20. One From the Heart
Tom Waits & Crystal Gayle
21. Idlewild
OutKast
22. Obscured by Clouds
Pink Floyd
23. Death Wish II
Jimmy Page
24. Labyrinth
David Bowie
25. Open Season
Paul Westerberg Here is Rolling Stone's 25 top movie soundtracks by one artist - What do you think?? 1. Superfly Curtis Mayfield ... more -
Hot Chip Talks Hot Chip
The band members from Hot Chip guest host The Daily Fix and talk about their new album "Made In The Dark".
Producer/Director: Douglas Caballero (douglas at current dot com)
Producer: Alex Simmons (alex at current dot com) The band members from Hot Chip guest host The Daily Fix and talk about their new album "Made In The Dark". ... more -
He Gave Britney Rhythm
A day in the life of top choreographer and artistic director, Brian Friedman, who has created dance moves for Janet Jackson, Prince and Britney Spears. A day in the life of top choreographer and artistic director, Brian Friedman, who has created dance moves for Janet Jackson, Prince an... more
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Joe Meets Celebrities
Including George Lucas, Prince and Eddie Van Halen. This is the celebrity interviews portion of "Joe Does the Oscars," followed by an additional reel of clips that didn't make the final cut. Thought it would be cool to see if the interviews stood on their own. Including George Lucas, Prince and Eddie Van Halen. This is the celebrity interviews portion of "Joe Does the Oscars," follo... more
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Joe Does the Oscars
Joe Hanson finds a space on the red carpet... and takes on Hollywood's finest as they come out in style for the Academy Awards.
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