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Easy Slow Cooker 3-Packet Pot RoastServings: 6–8 Looking for a comforting, hearty meal that practically cooks itself? This slow cooker pot roast is a crowd-pleasing favorite that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or your favorite vegetables. It’s flavorful, fork-tender, and made with just a few pantry staples—making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends at home. Ingredients: 3 to 4-pound chuck roast1 packet ranch seasoning mix1 packet Italian dressing mix1 packet brown gravy mix1 cup waterOptional: chopped…

TAYLOR DAYNE ON MEETING PRINCE FOR THE FIRST TIME: “HE GOES, ‘WHAT’S YOUR NAME GIRL?’ AND I GO ‘TAYLOR’ AND HE SAYS, ‘TAYLOR WHAT?” AND I SAY ‘DAYNE” AND HE SAYS, ‘GIRL, I’VE BEEN WANTING TO MEET YOU FOR A LONG TIME.” [Taylor Dayne reflects on her first encounter with the “hypnotizing” Prince and her first visit to Paisley Park.]The first time I saw him was like everybody else. By the time I met him I was a breaking artist,…

PROMOTING PRINCE’S “FOR YOU” ALBUM IN 1979: “I DON’T WORRY ABOUT SUCCESS TOO MUCH. WHAT IT BOILS DOWN TO IS LOVE.” “For You” entered the top-200 album chart and also scored on the soul and disco charts. His single, “Soft and Wet,” was well received in Los Angeles, Atlanta, Houston and the Carolinas. To help promote his album, Prince attended autograph parties in some of the areas. “It was weird,” he recalled. “It was mostly kids from 11 to 20….

When Prince Rogers Nelson was born on June 7, 1958, he was named after his father, John Lewis Nelson’s stage name, Prince Rogers. But John wasn’t the only musician in the family — Prince’s mother, Mattie Della Shaw, also briefly sang in the Prince Rogers Trio. It was music that first united John and Mattie, who met at a jazz club in North Minneapolis, the Blue Note. Their relationship began when John recruited Mattie to sing in his band, the…

 APRIL 9 2015  Prince at Fox Theatre, Detroit, MI, USA Prince Setlistat Fox Theatre, Detroit, MI, USA Million $ ShowLet’s Go CrazyTake Me With URaspberry BeretU Got the LookMusicology Sampler Set:When Doves CrySign “ ” the TimesHot ThingNasty GirlHousequakeI Would Die 4 UCool Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)Play That Funky MusicControversy1999How Come U Don’t Call Me AnymoreLittle Red CorvetteNothing Compares 2 UKiss Encore:CloudsYes We Can CanThankful n’ ThoughtfulYou’re the OneGreen GardenShe’s Always in My HairPurple Rain Encore 2:Act…

 MARCH 30 1987Prince released his ninth album Sign o’ the Times.It was first released on March 30, 1987, as a double album by Paisley Park Records and Warner Bros. Records. The album is the follow-up to Parade and is Prince’s first solo album following his disbanding of the Revolution. The album’s songs were largely recorded during 1986 to 1987 in sessions for releases Prince ultimately aborted: Dream Factory, the pseudonymous Camille, and finally the triple album Crystal Ball. Prince eventually…

PRINCE AND THE NPG ACT II AFTERSHOW ZURICH 1993: BRING IN THE FUNK WITH AN ANTI-VIOLENCE, ANTI-RACE MESSAGE – PUT AWAY THE GUNS 4 FUTURE’S SAKE! First off, let me say how thrilled I am that Hamish, Prince off the Record, has been back in circulation for a while now. No one gives a more thorough review than he does. Here goes: The recording lives up to my expectations from the opening moments, a rising horn riff and the crowd…

PrincePrince Rogers Nelson, known mononymously as Prince, was an influential musician and icon celebrated for his eclectic blend of funk, rock, pop, and R&B. Emerging in the late 1970s, his groundbreaking albums such as Purple Rain, 1999, and Sign o’ the Times showcased his virtuosic guitar skills, innovative production, and genre-defying style. With a magnetic stage presence and androgynous flair, he challenged societal norms and inspired countless artists across the music spectrum. Prince was renowned for his prolific songwriting and…

Blake Shelton Defuses Mid-Flight Dog Dispute with Compassion and a Song A Delta flight from Nashville to Los Angeles turned tense when a passenger objected to a service dog onboard—until country star Blake Shelton stepped in and changed the mood entirely. The dispute began when Karen M., 42, protested the presence of Max, a trained service dog traveling with Emily Harper, a 29-year-old veteran with PTSD. Despite Harper’s documentation and airline approval, Karen loudly demanded the dog be removed, citing…

Raising children is a lifelong responsibility that often doesn’t end once they reach adulthood. Many parents find that their challenges only increase as their children grow older and begin to face the realities of independence. While the nature of parenting evolves, the emotional and practical involvement continues well past the age of 18. A specific example highlights this ongoing struggle: a single mother faced a troubling situation with her 21-year-old son. He issued an ultimatum—either she buy him a new…