Albums: 1-800-NEW-FUNK

1-800-NEW-FUNK

At the height of a contract controversy between $O{+^$ and his former record label Warner Brothers, he somehow negotiated to release a compilation of artists signed to his NPG Records. Although only George Clinton, Mavis Staples, NPG and The Artist's wife Mayte ever released albums on NPG Records, the compilation was still enjoyable.
$O{+^$ himself performed the first single from the commercially titled 1-800-NEW-FUNK as a duet Nona Gaye, the daughter of late singing legend Marvin Gaye. The track went on to some success on the R&B charts and the video was played frequently on video stations such as BET. The track was similar to "Letitgo" from his Come album Warner Brothers promoted simultaneously. Both were upbeat dance tracks aimed at the urban market.
For more information on this album, consult the Royal Court 1-800-NEW-FUNK listing.

General Data

Label NPG Records

Release Date 1994

Cat. Number BR 71006-2

Track Performed By Prince

Love Sign (W/ Nona Gaye)