Before streaming became the standard, Prince was already rethinking how artists connect directly with fans.

In this rare archive interview, the designers behind his Lotusflow3r website — Scott Addison Clay and Anthony Malzone — share what it was like working directly with Prince to create one of the most ambitious digital music experiences of its time.

Originally recorded in 2009, this conversation explores how the Lotusflow3r platform blended music, storytelling, and interactivity into something far beyond a traditional artist website.

They discuss:

• How they were personally recruited by Prince

• The creative vision behind the “interactive world” concept

• Launch night and overwhelming global traffic

• The balance between art, technology, and user experience

• Prince’s forward-thinking approach to digital music

• Early ideas around exclusive content and direct fan access

This is a fascinating look at an artist who consistently pushed boundaries — not just musically, but technologically.

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On air since 1982 — long before podcasts — Musicians Reveal brings you real conversations with the artists, musicians, and industry voices behind the music.

In this early 2000s radio archive interview, legendary drummer Frankie “Kash” Waddy of Parliament-Funkadelic shares insights into life on the road, the discipline behind the groove, and what it takes to sustain a career at the highest level.

A Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member with P-Funk, Waddy discusses touring up to 250 days a year, developing his own sound, and stepping into the spotlight with his solo project Kash Up Front.

From funk to rock to hip-hop influences, this conversation offers a rare, firsthand look inside the mindset of one of the most respected drummers in the game.

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In this episode of Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley, multi-instrumentalist and producer John Wesley Payne shares his journey through funk, rock, R&B, and the Bay Area music scene—including his experiences around Prince and Paisley Park.

Payne reflects on the moment Prince heard his playing, what it was like stepping into that creative environment, and how quickly ideas moved inside Prince’s world. He also discusses working alongside artists connected to Larry Graham, Tony! Toni! Toné!, and the extended Minneapolis scene.

Beyond the Prince stories, this conversation dives into musicianship, independence, and the realities of building a career across decades in a constantly changing music industry.

This is a firsthand perspective from a working musician—focused on craft, creativity, and the discipline behind the music.

• Growing up across gospel, funk, rock, and R&B
• The Bay Area music scene and key collaborations
• The call that led to Paisley Park
• Studio insights and creative process
• Gear, sound, and musical versatility
• Life as an independent artist

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