Prince nursed these kinds of slights. There's spite and aggression in the performance: Prince's iconic While My Guitar Gently Weeps solo was an act of revenge for being left off Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Guitarists list
Prince's legendary guitar solo during the 2004 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony is revealed to have been an act of revenge against Rolling Stone magazine, which omitted him from its list of the 100 Greatest Guitar Players. A new documentary sheds light on the spiteful yet powerful performance, showcasing Prince's exceptional talent and lasting impact, ultimately leading to his recognition in a revised list by Rolling Stone two decades later. The article discusses the significance of the performance and how it has been re-contextualized in light of Prince's legacy.
Published on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 10:19 AM
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