In part 2 - we talk to Omar about the ownership of his work and masters, his many creative outlets, the resurgence of vinyl, being a vessel for music, spirituality and carrying the torch for a new generation.
2mins - Ownership of master tapes and adapting to the music industry as is now
5mins - Playing smaller venues, and keeping connected to communities... "where Prince was doing his after parties - that was where I was doing my gigs..."
7mins - Dabbling in acting, starring in BBC1s EastEnders and additional creative outlets
8mins30s - Writing for other people... Should've Known Better by Mica Paris
9mins - Collaborations with other artists - Leon Ware; Lamont Dozier; Syreeta Wright; Common; Erykah Badu; Kele Le Roc; Terri Walker; Angie Stone
9mins45s - Working with his brother Scratch Professor
11mins - Re-releasing earlier albums on vinyl?
13mins - Other things Omar wants to achieve, and live vs the studio
15mins30s - Favourite Stevie Wonder moments musically...Venue Fly Trap and The Bug
16mins30s - New album on limited vinyl - with monthly releases in 2025
18mins30s - Back in the US on tour for the first time in many years...but also seeing precious family members
20mins - Being a vessel for music...as a spiritual thing?
22mins - Testing songs out on the radio, Little Boy?
23mins - Re-recording an anthem...There's Nothing Like This...
26mins - Making parents proud and emerging talents on the scene...
28mins - Surviving the lockdown, earning money, and a new relationship with social media
29mins30s - Streaming live performances, and working on various projects
30mins30s - Passing the artistic baton on...
How Can U Just Leave Me Standing? In Search of Prince... is produced and arranged by Sam J. Bleazard - but couldn't exist without the fabulous contribution from all of our guests!
The show also features significant original music compositions from Gavin Calder.
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