Allison Rapp is a New York City-based music and culture journalist. Her work has appeared in Brooklyn Magazine, City Limits and more. She tweets at @allisonrapp22
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When Joe Perry Realized Prince Was ‘Really a Guitar Player’
The Aerosmith star wasn't fully aware of Prince's talent for several years.
Why Wasn’t Prince’s ‘Welcome 2 America’ Released Earlier?
After being recorded in 2010, 'Welcome 2 America' was shelved for over a decade.
Prince Releases Next ‘Welcome 2 America’ Single: ‘Born 2 Die’
The full 12-track LP is due next month.
‘That’s Some Bulls—-‘: Andra Day’s Censored Oscar Prince Quote
Day's comments were censored by ABC during the live Oscar telecast.
Wendy + Lisa Look Back on Prince’s ‘Sometimes It Snows in April’
In a new excerpt from an upcoming oral history, the duo revisit the session that bore one of Prince's most emotional ballads.
25 Times Prince Crossed Paths With Rock’s Biggest Stars
Ask a musician if they've got a Prince story to tell and they just might surprise you.
5 Years Ago: Prince Makes His Final Public Appearance
"Wait a few days before you waste any prayers," the singer allegedly said, just four days before his death.
The Perfectly Weird Way Peter Frampton Met Prince: Exclusive
They ran into one another after the guitarist performed with David Bowie at Minnesota's St. Paul Civic Center.
Prince’s ‘The Truth’ Album Set for First-Ever Vinyl Release
The 1998 accompaniment to 'Crystal Ball' will also be released for the first time on vinyl for Record Store Day 2021.
Paisley Park Honoring Prince With Free Fan Visits to Atrium
On the fifth anniversary of his death, musician's ashes will be on display to public.