Purple Rain

Last Update: June 25, 2012
Minneapolis Minnesota is where I call home. I am proud of the cool Arts scene in my city.

It is surreal that "Purple Rain" by Prince was released on this day June 25th 1984

I will never forget the first time I performed on the main room stage at First Avenue downtown Minneapolis where Prince filmed "Purple Rain".

http://pinterest.com/jamiesmithdnb/bucket-list/

Props to Prince for having "Purple Rain" added by the Library of Congress this year!

http://www.abcactionnews.com/dpp/entertainment/music/princes-purple-rain-among-25-recordings-saved-by-the-library-of-congress

I will never forget standing 6 feet away from Prince at Paisley Park during one of his after-hour performances at 3am. My brother Jesse Smith got to meet Prince, he was very nice to Jesse.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2uxQ9GEx2s
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jaymekl Premium
I used to wait on Prince and his entourage at Rudolph's Bar - B - Que. I also had the pleasure of going to Paisley Park for a late night concert....perhaps we've met...;-) the "other" Jayme
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Shawn Martin Premium
I have played that club many times. Thanks for posting this, brought back memories. I grew up in LaCrosse, WI and Prince in his very early days used to come down and jam with us to get away from the city. Small world......
jatdebeaune Premium
Hey Jamie, I'm following you on Pinterest. I remember when Prince hit the scene and people saying this guy is going to go far. Saw his movie too.
Jamie Smith Premium
Awesome Joan, I will make sure I get my pinterest following your page too.
magistudio Premium
Ack! Now that song is in my head! LOL

Thanks Jamie!
Jamie Smith Premium
Nice 1 Jay, much like all that new Smashing Pumpkins you've got in my head.
Shawn Martin Premium
LOL, here let me help you out Jay, " Little red corvette.................."
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