94 EAST レコード& CD

Review: In the posthumous release 94 East featuring Prince, listeners are treated to a glimpse of Prince's early musical journey, showcasing a remarkable talent that was obvious even at the age of seventeen. Collaborating with Pepe Willie and the Minneapolis-based funk group 94 East, Prince's influence on the tracks is unmistakable. The album captures a raw and vibrant energy, reflecting the glam-funk sound that Prince would later make his own. Tracks like Just Another Sucker demonstrate Prince's compositional prowess, while If You Feel Like Dancin and Lovin' Cup offer a taste of his signature blend of soulfulness and melody. Filled with funky grooves and infectious rhythms, the album is a great example to Prince's early genius. Clocking in at just over an hour, it's a danceable journey through Prince's formative years, leaving listeners craving more of his iconic sound.

Review: 94 East's debut studio compilation, Dance To The Music Of The World features the late great Prince showcasing his multi-instrumental talents on drums, guitar, and synthesizer. Originally recorded in the summer of 1978 at Sound 80, Minneapolis, Minnesota, during the same sessions as 'Lovin' Cup' and 'Just Another Sucker,' the title track remained unreleased in its original 1978 form. Additional recording took place at Blue Wave Recording Studio, St. Philip, Barbados, by Pepe Willie, as with the other tracks featured on here. It is a great collection of funked-up sounds from the Purple one that remind of his untouchable genius.