Flashback Friday: Prince and Janet Jackson

Friday’s here and so is the music!

Edward travels in uncharted territory – uncharted for him, anyway.

Prince, Purple Rain (1984)

Edd said: “Anyone who knows me well probably considers this a shocking pick. When I was but a young playa, I always preferred Michael Jackson over Prince (it was against Virginia law to like both, you had to pick a side). I never really bought into the Prince hype, despite some good songs here and there. But even I can’t deny how good Purple Rain is. The movie is laughable (sorry, it’s true) but the soundtrack is pretty amazing, containing some of the most memorable songs of the ’80s. Prince might dress like my grandma, but he ain’t half bad.”

Also check out:
“When Doves Cry”
“Let’s Go Crazy”

Javacia looks back at a former idol of hers.

Janet Jackson, Janet.  (1993)


Jai said: Around the time this album was released I was borderline obsessed with Janet Jackson. And while my days of worshiping Damita Jo are long gone, this album still is and always will be one of my absolute favorites.

Also check out:
“Anytime, Anyplace”
“The Body That Loves You”

Now, it’s your turn. Email edward@soulinstereo.com, hit us up on Twitter @etbowser or @writeousbabe, or stop by the comments section and share your Flashback Friday album.  Leave a couple of sentences describing what makes it so great. We’ll feature your album on the blog.