Tag: Prince
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How ‘Stranger Things’ Scored Two Classic Prince Hits For the Series Finale
Two Prince Classics, One Iconic Finale Over five season-long battles against otherworldly threats, Stranger Things has built a reputation for its impeccable musical moments. In the climactic finale, the show leaned on the unmistakable pulse of Prince to amplify the tension, emotion, and surreal energy of the last stand in Hawkins. Rather than simply providing…
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How Stranger Things Scored Two Classic Prince Hits for the Series Finale
Iconic music and a perfect moment Stranger Things has long used music as a narrative engine, turning songs into characters of their own as the cast battles extraordinary forces in Hawkins. In its climactic finale, the series pulled off a musical move that felt both bold and perfectly timed: two classic Prince hits. The choice…
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Mavis Staples on Prince, MLK, and a 75-Year Singing Career
Looking Back, Looking Forward: A Legendary Career In a recent conversation, Mavis Staples opened up about the remarkable arc of her life in music. From the early days when gospel harmonies filled church pews to the global stage where she became a beacon of resilience, Staples has always sung with a clarity that cuts through…
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Mavis Staples Reflects on a 75-Year Singing Journey, Prince, MLK, and a Powerful New Record
Introduction: A Life in Song and Service Seasoned singer and civil rights icon Mavis Staples has spent seven decades turning personal memory, social conscience, and spiritual song into a steady, unwavering voice. As she releases a new album, Staples sits with listeners to reflect on the array of songs and artists shaping this chapter of…