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How can U just leave me standing? ...in search of Prince Rogers Nelson.Author: Sam Bleazard
Prince Rogers Nelson was a cultural icon, ground-breaking artist and one of the most influential, prolific and revered musicians of his generation, inspiring diverse groups of people around the world. This show talks to people who have memories of the Purple one, and will include associates, bandmates and fans alike. Don't be 'alone in a world that's so cold' - join us! May U Live 2 C the Dawn... Language: en Genres: Music, Music History, Music Interviews Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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"Prince was like a combination between Mozart, Charlie Chaplin and Michael Corleone". In part 3 Sam Bleazard discusses Prince's legacy with Hans-Martin Buff, and asks him why he chose to leave Paisley Park.
Episode 45
Sunday, 18 January, 2026
INTRO2mins30s - To what extent was Emancipation a high personal project for Prince and/or the album he was 'born to make'.3mins30s - A rare apology from Prince...5mins30s - Prince and the elders: Chaka Khan, Larry Graham & Maceo Parker. How did the dynamic change when his heroes were around?7mins - Nobody's touching that guitar!? But nobody's saying no to The Queen!12mins - Chaka clips Prince's wings on tour...but also wows Hans in the studio.15mins - What does Hans think Prince's legacy is...and what should it be?16mins - "Where are we going to put him in 50-60 years time?"19mins - Stuck between the rock star pop God and the later Guerrilla dude...20mins - Will there be as much interest in the late 90s period Prince cannon?21mins - Why did Hans part company with Prince? "I'm a big believer in, quit while you're ahead..."22mins30s - "At the end I kind of became cynical..."23mins30s - From great coffee to typing album lyrics...25mins - "Prince was like a combination between Mozart, Charlie Chaplin and Michael Corleone"26mins - Did Hans like The Rainbow Children?27mins - Good times in 2026 and the power to say no, as learned from Prince. How Can U Just Leave Me Standing? In Search of Prince... is produced and arranged by Sam J. Bleazard - but couldn't exist without the fabulous contribution from all of our guests!The show also features significant original music compositions from Gavin Calder.LINKSPlease follow me on Instagram and Facebook if you'd like to interact with the show on social media.Email me at: bleazas@hotmail.com if you have any ideas for future episodes, or if you'd like to share any feedback on the show. #prince4ever #love4oneanother
