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One non-Prince album you would recommend to Prince fans and why... I figured I would check albums out other Prince fans enjoy...
My recommendation is "Talking Heads - Remain in Light" Eclectic, off the wall and rhythmic, its also got that New Wave sound in there Prince fans seem to like 
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Latin Playboys-"Dose". It's Sonically and lyrically risk-taking, very rhythmic, and more than a little weird. | |
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Terence Trent D'Arby- Introducing The Hardline According To Terence Trent D'Arby
One of my favorite albums of all time...funky! Very Prince inspired... If You All Get To Heaven If You Let Me Stay Wishing Well I'll Never Turn My Back On You (Father's Words) Dance Little Sister Seven More Days Let's Go Forward Rain Sign Your Name As Yet Untitled Who's Lovin' You Thanks for the laughs, arguments and overall enjoyment for the last umpteen years. It's time for me to retire from Prince.org and engage in the real world...lol. Above all, I appreciated the talent Prince. You were one of a kind. | |
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Giant Steps by The Boo Radleys.
Why? 'Cos it's AMAZING! I think any P fan would love it. | |
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"The Best of The Classical Experience" - which is a compilation of classical peices and excerps which originally appeared on "The Classical Experience 1 + 2".
Why? Because it has many of the most genius peices of classical compositions by many of the most genius classical composers. Unspoiled by misplaced lyrics....except for the opera of course, although its all in Italian or German anyway so I dont understand it. "...because no-one gets there alone." - "...I like the floor. It's the only thing that seems real." | |
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REM - Automatic for the People
This is a perfect album, from start to finish. Also, Mahler Symphony Number 2, conducted by Kaplan. While I'm thinking about it, Barenaked Ladies, Gordon is pretty damn good also! Finally, I would say Tracy Chapman's first album. Peace! | |
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Hey dont be greedy I only said one album! Otherwise I would list about 3 trillion... | |
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Marcus Miller -- Tales.
Marcus is all about the groove. Whether dropping a ballad, a funk jam, a bass-driven blues romp or straight jazz, Mr. Miller impresses. Incidentally, I've often found Prince & MM have similar harmonic-minor leanings. They have a lot in common, actually. "Tales" shows off M's chops, singing, arranging, instrumentation and writing. And, he does a wicked cover of "Come Together." | |
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jagshrapnel said: I figured I would check albums out other Prince fans enjoy...
My recommendation is "Talking Heads - Remain in Light" Eclectic, off the wall and rhythmic, its also got that New Wave sound in there Prince fans seem to like
AMG Link to album http://www.allmusic.com/c...ouak2k5m3x "We DON'T LIKE NEW WAVE!!!! bwaaahaahaahahahahaaaa!" | |
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Stevie Wonder - Songs In The Key Of Life
Just cuz it's one of the best albums ever made. Sprawling like Sign O' The Times, with a great mix of commercial and experimental tracks. Fantasic Songwriting and inspired musicianship. Plus, if you haven't heard it before, you'll still recognise half the tracks on there cuz it's been covered and sampled to death over the years. And if you still need convincing just listen to... I Wish, As, Sir Duke, Love's In Need Of Love Today or Pastime Paradise ...I rest my case. | |
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Take a gander at Radiohead's "OK Computer" or "The Bends".  Then you could try "Meat is murder" by The Smiths . Another album that is good is the most recent RHCP "By the Way". Rick Rubin is an impossible genius. The las alternative or punk alt album I'll recommend is The Mars Volta "De-loused at the comatorium".    It's a concept album that is personal to the group( tragedies and death ), but the music is phucking incredible. That's all 4 now  Jeux Sans Frontiers | |
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BorisFishpaw said: Stevie Wonder - Songs In The Key Of Life
Just cuz it's one of the best albums ever made. Sprawling like Sign O' The Times, with a great mix of commercial and experimental tracks. Fantasic Songwriting and inspired musicianship. Plus, if you haven't heard it before, you'll still recognise half the tracks on there cuz it's been covered and sampled to death over the years. And if you still need convincing just listen to... I Wish, As, Sir Duke, Love's In Need Of Love Today or Pastime Paradise ...I rest my case. I'm so glad I erased my pick for this and dug deeper!!! "Nah, someone else will mention it for sure!!!" Thanks, Boris!!! Howyoudoin'? | |
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Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1 by George Michael
On his album FAITH there was a lot of Prince-like songs, but on this album George provided his own unique vision as an accomplished singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer. The album embraces a variety of styles and like Prince's classic albums is thoroughly enjoyable from top to bottom. | |
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BorisFishpaw said: Stevie Wonder - Songs In The Key Of Life
Just cuz it's one of the best albums ever made. Sprawling like Sign O' The Times, with a great mix of commercial and experimental tracks. Fantasic Songwriting and inspired musicianship. Plus, if you haven't heard it before, you'll still recognise half the tracks on there cuz it's been covered and sampled to death over the years. And if you still need convincing just listen to... I Wish, As, Sir Duke, Love's In Need Of Love Today or Pastime Paradise ...I rest my case. What he said. Essential!!! |
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Space Is The Place - Sun Ra (CD and DVD)
The antithesis of pop music. A Prince fan would be open-minded...Right? 
Therefore they'd be willing to experience another form of musical expression. 
(Experimental, free form improvisation, non-mainstream. Hell, you can even singalong to the title cut.) 
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Mothership Connection--Parliament
The blueprint to all things funky. Great concept and no slow songs. If you don't own it or haven't heard it ....GO GET IT! | |
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Very interesting question, because Prince covers a lot of bases, attracting people from different starting points.
Perhaps inevitably, Boris' choice is a great pick because of its roots, breadth and quality of material. Personally, I don't think any other artist has offered such a substantial work (epitomised in SITKOL) in the last 30 years which can appeal to a mass audience, unstinting in its musicianship and songcraft, without compromising on artistic integrity. . ALT+PLS+RTN: Pure as a pane of ice. It's a gift. |
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moderatorThe Bad Plus "These Are The Vistas" | |
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I'd say just pick up The Very Best of Pink Floyd.
They're undeniably original and , just like Prince, not always appreciated at first listen. The world is a comedy for those who think and a tragedy for those who feel.
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uh, try joni mitchell's hejira or don juan's reckless daughter if you ain't scared of music.
forget the poppy joni stuff, check this out oh and then try the twilight singers. or gentleman,black love, 1965 by the afghan whigs. its friggin dark, raw and full of libido. and the main man g. dulli loves prince, (think he don't?), but he don't try to imitate. it's rock and soul in your face. Welcome to the New World Odor and
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ThreadBare said: jagshrapnel said: I figured I would check albums out other Prince fans enjoy...
My recommendation is "Talking Heads - Remain in Light" Eclectic, off the wall and rhythmic, its also got that New Wave sound in there Prince fans seem to like
AMG Link to album http://www.allmusic.com/c...ouak2k5m3x "We DON'T LIKE NEW WAVE!!!! bwaaahaahaahahahahaaaa!" ha ha.... hahahaha.... haha... ha! Oh... my answer to the question: King Britt/Sylk130 'When the Funk Hits the Fan' why? because it's super slept on, soulfully funky with a hip hop feel appeal to it... and I see it as sort of a precursor to this Philly 'neo' soul rebirth. All of which should make an open-minded Prince fan curious enough to try it  [This message was edited Sat Mar 27 15:20:03 2004 by JumpUpOnThe1] ********************************************
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theAudience said: Space Is The Place - Sun Ra (CD and DVD)
The antithesis of pop music. A Prince fan would be open-minded...Right?
Therefore they'd be willing to experience another form of musical expression.
(Experimental, free form improvisation, non-mainstream. Hell, you can even singalong to the title cut.)
Tribal DisorderHoly shit, I just checked out the write-up for that film....I MUST get it! All I have is... 
Have yet to find another soul who appreciates this...   ..... BULLSEYE! | |
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theAudience said: Space Is The Place - Sun Ra (CD and DVD)
 Oh my, oh my. | |
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Daft Punk - Homework "It's better 2 B hated 4 what U R than 2 B loved 4 what U R not."
My IQ is 139, what's yours? | |
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HiinEnkelte said: uh, try joni mitchell's hejira or don juan's reckless daughter if you ain't scared of music.
forget the poppy joni stuff, check this out oh and then try the twilight singers. or gentleman,black love, 1965 by the afghan whigs. its friggin dark, raw and full of libido. and the main man g. dulli loves prince, (think he don't?), but he don't try to imitate. it's rock and soul in your face. Have you heard Afghan Whigs live at The Howlin Wolf in New Orleans? It was recorded on Thanksgiving and they do a few covers..Curtis Mayfiled etc..and they turn one song into Housequake for a few bars Oh my, oh my. | |
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cinerama - torino because its brill.
george michael? i presume your joking! \o/\o/ ° The Breakdown = Best Prince song for 20 years | |
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"Ya see, we're not interested in what you know...but what you are willing to learn. C'mon y'all." | |
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Taureau said: theAudience said: Space Is The Place - Sun Ra (CD and DVD)
The antithesis of pop music. A Prince fan would be open-minded...Right?
Therefore they'd be willing to experience another form of musical expression.
(Experimental, free form improvisation, non-mainstream. Hell, you can even singalong to the title cut.)
Tribal DisorderHoly shit, I just checked out the write-up for that film....I MUST get it! All I have is...
Have yet to find another soul who appreciates this... When you see the film you will flat-out 
Tribal Disorder"Ya see, we're not interested in what you know...but what you are willing to learn. C'mon y'all." | |
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Beck - Midnight Vultures
Its funky, fun and a party all the way through.. many obvious prince influences (Wendy and Lisa also) | |
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