Matthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
Matthew Wilkening

Prince’s ‘Diamonds and Pearls’ Box Set Adds 47 Unreleased Songs
The 1991 comeback album gets an eight-disc expansion.

Out-of-Print Prince: 16 Albums and Videos That Need Rereleasing
Many of these audio and video projects were released in only now-outdated formats.

How Kirstie Alley and Prince Became Friends
'Cheers' actress appeared on Purple One's 1992 'The Love Symbol Album.'

Prince’s ‘Prince': The Story Behind Every Song on His Second LP
A deep dive into each track on Prince's second album, 1979's 'Prince.'

Kevin Smith Says His Prince Documentary May Finally Be Released
'Clerks' director was hired to document a fan festival held in June 2001 at Paisley Park.

Prince Left Behind a World Bathed in ‘Purple Rain’
When Prince died, there was little doubt as to which of his songs would be used as the soundtrack to the world's mourning.

‘1999’ Facts: Learn More About Prince’s Apocalyptic Masterpiece
Only "Purple Rain" has done more to introduce or define Prince to the world than "1999."

Prince’s Shelved ‘Camille’ Album Set for Release by Third Man
Jack White also paid nearly $50,000 for an original copy of the scrapped 1986 album.

Prince Ghosted Elton John Twice Before They Played Live Together
In a new and exclusive book excerpt, the British legend recalls the times the younger star ducked out on him.

Underrated Prince: The Most Overlooked Song From Each Album
It was impossible to keep pace during his lifetime. Here's how to catch up.