When Doves Podcast: Prince Album by Album/Song by Song artwork

When Doves Podcast: Prince Album by Album/Song by Song

112 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratings

An album by album and track by track review of the artist forever known as Prince.

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Episodes

Sheila E in Romance 1600!

March 17, 2024 04:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MB

Here we go! Sheila E's second album, Romance 1600! Join the fellas as they discuss favorite board games, a possible spin-off pod about Bette Midler and church fundraising events, as well as diving deep on this record! Support the show

Sheila E.: "The Glamorous Life"

March 10, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.6 MB

Join the fellas as they discuss Sheila E's debut solo album, "The Glamorous Life" as well as further explore Jared's issues with Lionel Richie and offer some long overdue shout outs to our "Question of U" winners! Support the show

Pandemonium!

March 03, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MB

It's sheer pandemonium (see what we did there?) as Jared and Ed take a dive into the The Time's fourth proper album, Pandemonium! Take a listen as they discuss this companion project to the Graffiti Bridge album & film. Support the show

Ice Cream Castle!

February 25, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.1 MB

Join the fellas as they dive deep into the Time's third album, released in conjunction with Purple Rain, Ice Cream Castle! They debate ice cream flavors (obviously), what their wild west outlaw names would be and  Ed's adventures in the jungle.  The bird really IS the word, y'all. Support the show

Prince and "We Are The World"

February 18, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 53.4 MB

With the recent release of "The Greatest Night In Pop" documentary about the making of the 80's all-star charity single "We Are The World", Jared and Ed do a deep dive about the documentary, including theories regarding Prince's choice not to participate, the press fallout, Prince's response, and how this incident may have influenced Prince's dealing with the press for the remainder of his career.   Support the show

100th Episode Celebration!

February 11, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MB

We made it y'all! 100 episodes of When Doves Podcast! Join us for a quick celebration of this milestone, with some long time listeners and friends (including two of Ed's sisters!) as we reflect on this journey and on what's to come! Thanks for being a part of the show! Support the show

What Time Is It???

February 04, 2024 05:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MB

Join the fellas as they continue to dive into the wider scope of the Prince universe with the second album from The Time...What Time Is It? (But really, what time is it? Our watches have stopped.) Support the show

The Time!!!

January 28, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MB

Season Five deep dives in the greater Prince universe with his associated acts, starting with (who else?) The Time! Join the fellas as they explore the first, self-titled record from this legendary group! Support the show

Bonus: Prince Style in the 2010s with PJ Brown

January 21, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MB

Join Ed as he welcomes back PJ Brown to talk through Prince's many interesting style choices associated with his public appearances throughout the 2010s. Follow PJ Brown and Her Resistance here.  Support the show

Special Announcement: When Doves Podcast 100th Episode!

January 18, 2024 22:00 - 5 minutes - 3.57 MB

It's about that time!!!  When Doves Podcast's 100th episode! We want to hear your voices!  Join us between 3-4pmET on Saturday, February 3rd to participate! Sign up for your slot here! Support the show

Purple Rain...the Musical???

January 15, 2024 18:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

Hey y'all! Before we get going into season FIVE of When Doves Podcast, we thought we needed to address the a couple pieces of Prince news, the big one being the announcement of Purple Rain the Musical heading to Broadway. What do you think? Brilliance? Or Disaster in the making? And who do you cast as the Kid?!? Join Ed and Jared as they discuss the possibilities! Support the show

An Xmas Stocking Stuffer (Morris Day's Cooler than Santa Claus!)

December 25, 2023 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

For this year's holiday season, Ed & Jared take a dive into Morris Day's soon-to-be Christmas staple, Cooler than Santa Claus! Give a listen while you sit around sipping egg nog and enjoying the yule log! Support the show

Live in 85!

December 24, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 58.8 MB

For their last album review of the year, Jared & Ed dive into the remastered, reissued Prince & the Revolution: Live from 1985! Who remembers this one and what are your favs from this legendary recording?? Support the show

Welcome 2 America!

December 18, 2023 18:00 - 2 hours - 85.2 MB

Here we are folks! Join the fellas as they cover Prince's first full album of posthumously released material, Welcome 2 America and discuss the finer points of long-winded literature, the genius of Chuck D (again) and how Ed may have secretly been the Grinch this entire time. Support the show

Originals!

December 10, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 78 MB

Yes indeed, friends! It's that time...the time to break down this collection of Prince's demos for songs he famously gave to others to record! Along the way, they discuss OnlyFans, how many Prince songs would fall on a list of the 885 greatest songs recorded by women and, of course, a snippet of Phillies baseball news. But really just a snippet. Support the show

Happy Thanksgiving with Dolly in the Purple Rain!

November 23, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

Happy Thanksgiving y'all! And this holiday weekend, we give thanks to the Queen of our Hearts and the world at large, Dolly Parton, and her cover of Purple Rain. Join Ed & Jared for a holiday review! Support the show

Piano & A Microphone 1983!

November 19, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MB

It's that time, folks! Join the fellas as they take a dive into the first posthumous release from Prince's legendary Vault, Piano & A Microphone 1983, along with discussion about the various uses for pianos, the Norse gods and the nutritional value of butterflies. Support the show

HitnRun Phase II!!!

November 12, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 81.9 MB

Well, folks. After much hemming and hawing, we've done it. We got there. The final studio album of Prince's lifetime. Join Ed & Jared as they tackle this one, along with discussions of escalators, magic and gravy. Cause what else would we talk about? That's it. Support the show

HitnRun Pase II!!!

November 12, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 81.9 MB

Well, folks. After much hemming and hawing, we've done it. We got there. The final studio album of Prince's lifetime. Join Ed & Jared as they tackle this one, along with discussions of escalators, magic and gravy. Cause what else would we talk about? That's it. Support the show

The Sphere!

November 06, 2023 02:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

Ed interviews Jared about seeing U2 at the Sphere in Las Vegas on his birthday! (And there's Prince related content in here, we promise!) Support the show

Top 5 Dance Tracks!

October 29, 2023 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MB

Get on the floor! Ed & Jared dive into Prince's dance catalogue to discuss Rolling Stone's ranking of the greatest dance songs of all time  (With Prince getting two on the list: Erotic City & Controversy) Support the show

Top 5 Guitar Tracks!

October 22, 2023 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MB

Welcome back to When Phillies Podcast, as Jared & Ed discuss the Phils' latest playoff update, Rolling Stone's new 250 Greatest Guitarists list, where Prince sits on that list and their top 5 guitar tracks from the Purple One!  Support the show

HitnRun Phase One!

October 15, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MB

Join Jared & Ed as they discuss the Phillies and post season baseball, traffic safety, and this, HitnRun Phase One, Prince's penultimate album. Support the show

Art Official Age!

October 07, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 76 MB

Join Jared & Ed as the discuss Phillies post-season baseball, the very nature of time itself and Prince's outstanding 2014 release, Art Official Age! Support the show

Princess LIVE!

October 01, 2023 22:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

Join Jared & Ed on the road as they review the 09/30 NYC performance of PRINCESS, the Maya Rudolph/Gretchen Lieberum-led Prince cover band!  (SPOILER: it was awesome.) Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show

Plectrumelectrum!

September 24, 2023 05:00 - 2 hours - 83 MB

Look through your third eye and join Jared and Ed as the tackle Prince's only album with the three-piece band, 3rdEyeGirl and discuss the finer points of pretzel shapes, automotive safety and the Greek gods. Support the show

2010!

September 18, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MB

Yes folks! It's true, we are BACK with Season 4 of When Doves Podcast! We thank you for your patience as start this season, the last decade of Prince's life with this album from 2010, titled....2010! What do y'all make of this one?? Support the show

Bonus: Prince New Releases!

August 13, 2023 04:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

Join Jared and Ed as they do a quick hit and run review of the estate's recent Prince releases, "All  A Share Together Now" and "7 (E-flat version)".  Support the show

Special Bonus: Nothing Compares 2 "Nothing Compares 2 U"

July 28, 2023 01:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

With the news of Sinead O'Connor's passing, Jared and Ed quickly huddled to touch on her life and artistry and take a deep dive on 4 recorded versions of one of Prince's most enduring and legendary songs.  Support the show

BONUS: The "While My Guitar Gently Weeps at the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame" Experience!

May 21, 2023 04:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MB

Join Ed and Jared as they take a dive into who their favorite Beatle is. Oh! They also go deep on Prince's legendary performance at the 2004 Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame Induction when in utterly crushed the solo on the all-star jam on George Harrison's classic, "While My Guitar Gently Weeps." Is it his greatest solo of all time?? DISCUSS! Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commis...

BONUS: Prince Style in the 2000s with PJ Brown!

May 14, 2023 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MB

Join Ed as he reunites with pod fav PJ Brown to discuss the Prince's fashion throughout the 2000s.  Support the show

BONUS: Prince LIVE in the 2000s with the James Sisters

April 30, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MB

Join Ed as he reconnects with the wonderful James sisters as they share their many experiences seeing Prince throughout the 2000s including the Hit and Run, One Night Alone, Musicology, Celebration,  and Tamar Live tours along with his 3121 residency in Las Vegas.  Support the show

BONUS: Top 5 Albums/Songs from the Aughts!

April 24, 2023 14:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB

Join Ed & Jared as the discuss their picks for the favorites of this era and the mystery of why we like Top 5 lists! Support the show

MPLSSound

April 02, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 78.4 MB

Here it is, friends! The final album review of Season 3! We head to the Upper Midwest and dive into the MPLSsound, Prince's 34th studio album! Give a listen and let us now what you think on this album! Support the show

LotusFlow3R

March 26, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 78.6 MB

Light some incense, break out your yoga mat and get yourself into the LotusFlow3r with Jared and Ed, as they break down Prince's 33rd studio album, which just celebrated its 14th anniversary!  Support the show

Indigo Nights

March 12, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.7 MB

What's your favorite color? This week it's indigo, as Jared and Ed dive into Prince's 2008 live album, Indigo Nights! They discuss the light spectrum, the lack of Michael Jackson live albums and the power of the bass.  Give a listen! Support the show

Planet Earth

March 05, 2023 05:00 - 2 hours - 84.7 MB

Jared & Ed take a journey to the center of Planet Earth the album, with sidetracks to discuss looming acts of Congress, their favorite non-Prince guitarists and the return of Wendy and Lisa!  Support the show

BONUS: "The Me & Jesus & Prince & Capt. Picard" Experience with dancer/creator/Prince devotee Shavon Norris!

February 26, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 47 MB

Join Jared for a special interview with dance and movement artist Shavon Norris as she talks about her original one-woman "Me & Jesus & Prince & Capt. Jean-Luc Picard in a One-Bedroom Apartment in the Bronx." They talk about the origins of the show, Shavon's deep love of Prince, how his music impacted her artistry and, of course, her top 5! Support the show

C-Note

February 19, 2023 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MB

Who's ready to drop a C -Note? Join the fellas as they discuss Prince's 2004ish live album release, C Note, along with such topics as Ed's traveling experiences, the variances of paper-note folding and Ed's strange acolytes that join him during recording session.  Support the show

3121 Roundtable!

February 12, 2023 05:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MB

Ed and Jared take a deeper dive into fan-favorite album 3121 with returning guests "Uncle" Sam,  the mighty Bonnie and Dutch Stef! They give us the lowdown on why this album is worthy of being a top-tier Prince record! Support the show

3121

February 05, 2023 05:00 - 2 hours - 84.6 MB

All right, y'all! We are back into Season 3 with Prince's fan-favorite release  from 2006, 3121! Join Ed and Jared in a deep dive into this fascinating record, along with discussions of what the future in year 3121 may look like, the value (or lack therof) of autotune and When Doves Podcast's brand new subscription service! Give a listen (and sign up as a subscriber!) Support the show

BONUS: Prince's Top 5 Vocal Performances (and Rolling Stone's 200 Greatest Singers of All Time)

January 22, 2023 05:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MB

Before diving back into Season 3, Jared and Ed debate Rolling Stone's latest list of the 200 greatest singers of all time, with Prince coming in at #16. Then, the fellas present their top 5 vocal performances from PRN over the years. Join them in this absurd and completely ridiculous debate (and offer up your OWN top 5!) Support the show

BONUS: Celebrate "Another Lonely Christmas" with Jared and Ed!

December 25, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MB

"Twas the night before Christmas And all gathered for pods While they played with their games and their toys and their..."   ...Rods? Mods? Sods? Todds? (None of that sounds right, let's drop it and move on.) Happy holidays to all! Join Ed and Jared for a special holiday deep dive into Prince's ONLY Christmas song, 1984's "Another Lonely Christmas" as a special gift from us to you! Everyone at When Doves Podcast wishes everyone a joyful, peaceful holiday and a jammin' New Year! See you in ...

BONUS: "The Harvilla Experience " Interview with music journalist/host of the 60 Songs That Explain the 90s podcast, Rob Harvilla.

December 18, 2022 05:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB

Join Jared as he chats with Rob Harvilla, host of the great music podcast, 60 Songs That Explain the 90s, about his show, the complicated legacy of the Prince/Sinead O'Connor relationship, his take on Prince's Midwestern bonafides and the power of the 1980s' MTV. Give a listen and then go listen to Rob's show (he's got sponsors and everything.) Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive ...

The Slaughterhouse

December 11, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MB

What says the holidays more than a trip to your local slaughterhouse, people? Nothing, that's what! Join Ed and Jared as they dive into this 2004 companion piece to The Chocolate Invasion in the last full album review before the holiday season fully descends upon us! Support the show

The Chocolate Invasion

December 04, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 72.5 MB

Get your sweet tooth ready as Jared and Ed review Prince's 2004 release, "The Chocolate Invasion".  Is this a stronger album than "Musicology"? One of our hosts thinks so. Take a listen and see which album you prefer.  Support the show

Musicology

November 27, 2022 05:00 - 2 hours - 89.3 MB

Happy Thanksgiving, y'all! For this week's episode, Jared and Ed are thankful for YOU and for this 2004 "comeback"  album, Musicology. What are some favorites from this album? Let us know what you think! (And leave a rating/review where you listen to your podcasts!) Support the show

N.E.W.S.

November 20, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MB

That's right, y'all. It's time to test your sense of direction and your knowledge of acronyms: Prince's 27th studio album: N.E.W.S., his all-instrumental album from  2003. Only four tracks, each one 14 minutes in length and the lowest-selling album of his entire catalogue. Join Ed and Jared as they take a look at the N.E.W.S.! Support the show

BONUS: "The Johnny Showcase Experience" Interview with David Sweeny

November 13, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MB

Join Jared & Ed in an interview conducted back in October (yes, there's more mention of the Phillies) with their good friend, musician and America's Got Talent alum, David Sweeny (aka Johnny Showcase). They discuss the huge influence Prince had on his music and career, his creation of the Johnny Showcase character and his band, The Mystic Ticket, upcoming projects and his top five Prince tracks of all time (or at least today). Check this interview and then check out Johnny Showcase! We heart...

BONUS: Prince: The Immersive Experience with Bonnie McCauley

November 06, 2022 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

Take advantage of your extra hour (thanks daylight savings time!) and hang out with Ed as he welcomes back Prince SuperFan Bonnie McCauley who gives a first-person account of Prince: The Immersive Experience currently running in Chicago.  Support the show