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Dedicated to Minneapolis - The Cross

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COMING 6.7.2020

Prince Musicians Unite to perform “The Cross”

Collaborative version released on 62nd anniversary of Prince’s birth.
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Minneapolis, MN – June 7, 2020 – Kirk Johnson of Minneapolis based KAJ Productions, long-time producer, dancer and drummer with Prince, has released a collaborative version of Prince’s song, “The Cross”, from his iconic Sign O’ The Times album. Bringing together musicians crossing all four decades of Prince’s remarkable career, the ensemble unites band members from The Revolution, New Power Generation and 3RDEYEGIRL.


In the midst of widespread unrest gripping Minneapolis and America, and the backdrop of the global COVID-19 pandemic, the performance is presented as a message of hope, love and peace. Prior to recording and producing the song, Johnson queried Prince’s fans via social media asking for song suggestions and the collective consensus was “The Cross.” Musicians then recorded parts individually within their homes, sending to Johnson who assembled the isolated parts into the unified performance.


Prince was born in Minneapolis, MN on June 7, 1958, thus the performance is being released on what would have been the legend’s 62nd birthday.

View “The Cross” https://www.youtube.com/w...ZXFzaRHBh8


“When you wake up, each day looks the same, so each day should be a new beginning.”
– PRINCE


Ensemble includes Prince band members:

Adrian Crutchfield
Ashley Tamar Davis
Cassandra O’Neal
Chris Bailey
Chris James
Donna Grantis
Frédéric Yonnet
Ida Neilsen
Joey Rayfield
Josh Dunham
Kenni Holmen
Kip Blackshire
Kirk Johnson
Levi Seacer
Lynn Grissett
Marcus Anderson
Matt Fink
Mayte
Michael Nelson
Mike Scott
Mono Neon
Morris Hayes
Sonny Thompson
Steve Strand
Tommy Barbarella
Tony M

For more information, please contact KAJ Productions LTD:
mrkaj@kajproductions.com

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Reply #1 posted 06/06/20 6:40pm

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YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/w...pp=desktop



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Reply #2 posted 06/06/20 7:24pm

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I found the press release.

Minneapolis, MN – June 7, 2020 – Kirk Johnson of Minneapolis based KAJ Productions, long-time producer, dancer and drummer with Prince, has released a collaborative version of Prince’s song, “The Cross”, from his iconic Sign O’ The Times album. Bringing together musicians crossing all four decades of Prince’s remarkable career, the ensemble unites band members from The Revolution, New Power Generation and 3RDEYEGIRL.

In the midst of widespread unrest gripping Minneapolis and America, and the backdrop of the global COVID-19 pandemic, the performance is presented as a message of hope, love and peace. Prior to recording and producing the song, Johnson queried Prince’s fans via social media asking for song suggestions and the collective consensus was “The Cross.” Musicians then recorded parts individually within their homes, sending to Johnson who assembled the isolated parts into the unified performance.


Prince was born in Minneapolis, MN on June 7, 1958, thus the performance is being released on what would have been the legend’s 62nd birthday.

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Reply #3 posted 06/06/20 8:22pm

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^^^^^^ Thank you for posting that

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Reply #4 posted 06/06/20 10:17pm

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That was wonderful! Happy to see so many of them together. I know so many of us have memories of the marks they left on P's legacy.

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Reply #5 posted 06/06/20 10:34pm

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ea1313 said:

That was wonderful! Happy to see so many of them together. I know so many of us have memories of the marks they left on P's legacy.


Yes

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Reply #6 posted 06/06/20 11:56pm

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That has just blown my mind. Seeing all those brilliant musicians playing together on such a great song. Im crying As I post this. This is the first time I have cried about Prince since his death. It has just got to me. It might sound shallow, but how great would it be for a Prince tribute concert with all these amazing people. Going on tour, when all this madness is over

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Reply #7 posted 06/07/20 12:25am

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It says the video is private.

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Reply #8 posted 06/07/20 12:35am

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go to the facebook page and click the link from there. It worked for me then

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Reply #9 posted 06/07/20 1:13am

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leecaldon said:

It says the video is private.


This one works: https://www.youtube.com/w...Dtx-LAbqOY

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Reply #10 posted 06/07/20 7:37am

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Even Dr. Fink's dog felt comfortable smile

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Reply #11 posted 06/07/20 9:25am

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Lovely! Thanks for sharing this.
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Reply #12 posted 06/07/20 2:30pm

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It's ver nice.

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Reply #13 posted 06/07/20 4:42pm

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Like the way more and more player's windows pop in as it progresses. Thanks for posting, luv.

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Reply #14 posted 06/07/20 5:21pm

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Fantastic - Very well balanced despite everyone being remote.

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Reply #15 posted 06/07/20 5:22pm

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Fink's dog is just hanging out on the keyboard. ha.

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Reply #16 posted 06/07/20 5:43pm

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Concerts?

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Reply #17 posted 06/07/20 7:05pm

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EnDoRpHn said:

Concerts?


Yep. Whether it's The Revolution, Morris E. Day et al, Sheila E., New Power Generation or this ....... live or recorded performances.


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Reply #18 posted 06/07/20 8:46pm

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That was excellent. Seeing those clouds I was hoping they were going to segue into Mountains!

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Reply #19 posted 06/07/20 9:10pm

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olb99 said:

leecaldon said:

It says the video is private.


This one works: https://www.youtube.com/w...Dtx-LAbqOY

That was AWESOME!!! biggrin cool woot! nod music headbang

I did a Prince Bass Tribute on his Birthday:

https://www.youtube.com/w...x-wBDHZxCc biggrin razz cool

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Reply #20 posted 06/08/20 12:11am

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luv4u said:

EnDoRpHn said:

Concerts?


Yep. Whether it's The Revolution, Morris E. Day et al, Sheila E., New Power Generation or this ....... live or recorded performances.



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Reply #21 posted 06/08/20 4:00am

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That was awesome! That song on his bday in these times is what I needed for sure.
Thank you for the post and thank you Mr. Nelson for the music that truly is still giving my soul some peace.
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Reply #22 posted 06/08/20 6:27am

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olb99 said:

leecaldon said:

It says the video is private.


This one works: https://www.youtube.com/w...Dtx-LAbqOY

Thanks. This is pretty awesome.

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Reply #23 posted 06/08/20 6:55am

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Very, very nice!!!! Thumbs up!!!!!!

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Reply #24 posted 06/08/20 8:19am

rogifan

This is the best cover/tribute since Prince's passing. And all musicians he's worked with over his career. This put a smile on his face for sure. Thank you Kirk and everyone involved. 💜

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Reply #25 posted 06/08/20 8:58am

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Who are all the guitar players in the video besides Donna?

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Reply #26 posted 06/08/20 9:52am

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Who are all the guitar players in the video besides Donna?


You'll never get an answer since this thread is buried over here.

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Reply #27 posted 06/08/20 12:25pm

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rogifan said:

Who are all the guitar players in the video besides Donna?


You'll never get an answer since this thread is buried over here.


Yeah I don't know why it was moved here. The more I think about it I'm guessing Levi Seacer, Miko Weaver or maybe Mike Scott? I think all of them worked with Kirk at some point?

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Reply #28 posted 06/08/20 3:18pm

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Beautiful!!!

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Reply #29 posted 06/10/20 8:02am

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olb99 said:

leecaldon said:

It says the video is private.


This one works: https://www.youtube.com/w...Dtx-LAbqOY

Who are the Male and Female lead singers? smile cool

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