Episode 2: Mark takes us inside the Purple Rain tour, the hysteria of the hit movie, choreography onstage with The Revolution and wardrobe arguments with the boss. We also get a unique insight into the recording process of one of Prince's most famous songs. Essential listening for fans and music lovers.

How can U just leave me standing? ...in search of Prince Rogers Nelson.

English - April 20, 2021 19:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB - ★★★★★ - 1 rating
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Previous Episode: Episode 1: Mark Brown made his debut gig at 19 years old supporting The Rolling Stones at the LA Coliseum in front of 90,000 people. Renamed BrownMark he was on bass when Purple Rain was played live for the very first time by Prince and The Revolution at First Avenue. Join us as we go inside the Purple Kingdom...part 2 coming soon. Hit subscribe to make sure you don't miss it.

Next Episode: Episode 3: BrownMark shares his favourite memories of Prince, the life lessons he taught him and he recalls their final conversation inside the Paisley Park studio complex. We discuss the legacy of Prince and The Revolution, their place in history and going back to a 9-5 job after Life in the Purple Kingdom. Essential listening for fans and music lovers alike.

Summary, themes and chapters

1mins - Memories of First Avenue and the debut performances of Purple Rain.

5mins - Choreographing Prince & The Revolution and the changing face of the band.

8mins - Movie premieres, wardrobe disagreements, concerts and 'craziness'.

11mins - Prince and poducer bands: Mazarati; The Time; Vanity 6 and The Family.

13mins30s - 'Too much too young is not a good thing' - the pressures of stardom on tour.

18mins - The full story of how one of Prince's most famous songs was recorded.

24mins15s - Being fined for missing notes, and working for one of music's most demanding bandleaders.

27mins - Meeting the expected standards, and the parting of the ways.

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.

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