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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Alexander O’Neal Holds ‘No Grudges’ Against Prince
Singer was quickly replaced by Morris Day, but credits Prince with helping start his career.
See Unearthed Video Footage of an 11-Year-Old Prince
Young singer can be seen speaking with a reporter in April 1970.
‘High Fidelity’ Author Set to Release ‘Prince and Dickens’ Book
Author Nick Hornby will examine surprising parallels between the late pop star and Charles Dickens.
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.
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.
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.
Prince’s Guitar, ‘Purple Rain’ Shirt and More Up for Auction
One of Prince's signature 'Cloud' guitars is now available, along with various outfits and autographed items.
Did Prince Get Away with Swearing on ‘Saturday Night Live?’
A cast member who definitely used the word that same night got fired.
10 Coolest Prince Super Bowl Stories
We take a look at ten of the most memorable moments surrounding Prince's extraordinary 2007 Super Bowl performance.