40th anniversary of Prince's "Purple Rain" spurs massive celebration in Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS - Fans across the globe are preparing to come to Minneapolis to celebrate the 40th anniversary of "Purple Rain."




The iconic movie and soundtrack propelled native son Prince Rogers Nelson and his band the Revolution to the top of the music industry.




The music from "Purple Rain" has proven to be timeless.




True fans fondly remember where they were when they first heard one of Prince's musical masterpieces.




"The first time I heard 'Purple Rain' was the movie that I have probably seen 50 times and my first dance was at First Avenue to 'Purple Rain,'" Prince fan Danette Ashby-Loving said.... Read more


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