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N·E·W·S

by Prince

Released: June 30, 2003

New Age, jazz-funk

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Experimental Album.

The Album

From funky basslines to soulful guitar solos and jazzy keyboard flourishes, "N·E·W·S" demonstrates Prince's versatility and creativity as a musician. "N·E·W·S" is an instrumental album by the iconic American musician Prince, released in 2003. Unlike many of his previous albums, "N·E·W·S" features four tracks, each exactly 14 minutes and 57 seconds long, representing the four points of a compass (North, East, West, South).

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The album showcases Prince's virtuosity as a multi-instrumentalist…

The album showcases Prince's virtuosity as a multi-instrumentalist, with each track featuring intricate layers of instrumentation and musical experimentation.

The album's minimalist cover art, featuring a simple…

The album's minimalist cover art, featuring a simple black-and-white design with the letters N, E, W, and S, reflects its stripped-down aesthetic and focus on musical exploration.

While "N·E·W·S" may not be as well-known as…

While "N·E·W·S" may not be as well-known as some of Prince's other albums, it remains a testament to his artistic vision and willingness to push the boundaries of music.

With its hypnotic grooves and mesmerizing melodies, "N·E·W·S"…

With its hypnotic grooves and mesmerizing melodies, "N·E·W·S" is a captivating listening experience that showcases Prince's unparalleled talent and creativity.

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Essential Tracks

North

Unlike many of his previous albums, "N·E·W·S" features four tracks, each exactly 14 minutes and 57 seconds long, representing the four points of a compass (North, East, West, South).

East

Unlike many of his previous albums, "N·E·W·S" features four tracks, each exactly 14 minutes and 57 seconds long, representing the four points of a compass (North, East, West, South).

West

Unlike many of his previous albums, "N·E·W·S" features four tracks, each exactly 14 minutes and 57 seconds long, representing the four points of a compass (North, East, West, South).

South

Unlike many of his previous albums, "N·E·W·S" features four tracks, each exactly 14 minutes and 57 seconds long, representing the four points of a compass (North, East, West, South).

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Reception

Despite its unconventional format and lack of vocals, "N·E·W·S" received positive reviews from critics, who praised its innovative approach to composition and production.

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The Complete Album Story

"N·E·W·S" is an instrumental album by the iconic American musician Prince, released in 2003. Unlike many of his previous albums, "N·E·W·S" features four tracks, each exactly 14 minutes and 57 seconds long, representing the four points of a compass (North, East, West, South).

The album showcases Prince's virtuosity as a multi-instrumentalist, with each track featuring intricate layers of instrumentation and musical experimentation. From funky basslines to soulful guitar solos and jazzy keyboard flourishes, "N·E·W·S" demonstrates Prince's versatility and creativity as a musician.

Despite its unconventional format and lack of vocals, "N·E·W·S" received positive reviews from critics, who praised its innovative approach to composition and production. The album's minimalist cover art, featuring a simple black-and-white design with the letters N, E, W, and S, reflects its stripped-down aesthetic and focus on musical exploration.

While "N·E·W·S" may not be as well-known as some of Prince's other albums, it remains a testament to his artistic vision and willingness to push the boundaries of music. With its hypnotic grooves and mesmerizing melodies, "N·E·W·S" is a captivating listening experience that showcases Prince's unparalleled talent and creativity.