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We joined by Dave Buchansky close friend of Mayte to discus the recent People magazine article, featuring excerpts from the upcoming book The Most Beautiful: My Life with Prince. We talk about some of the split opinions some fans have about the book.
Intro: Terence Blanchard & the E-Collective
Outro: Natalie Williams – Love 2 the 9’s
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Michael Dean and crew. I needed this episode and enjoyed it so much I had to donate just because of the things you expressed. Especially when you broke it down during the first part of the show. You expressed my sentiments 100%. That being said, it did get a little long on the frustration part expressed by your guest but I can’t blame him too much because of his closeness to Mayte. Some of the negativity that I’ve seen mostly on twitter definitely warrants the frustration. I’ve gotten annoyed with it too especially by a certain few whose twitter handle is the man’s name. That blows my mind. As huge a fan of Prince as I am, you ain’t never gonna see me use his name or claim that I know what he was thinking or feeling. Besides, I’m too much into wanting to know how he recorded and created his incredible body of music; both the stuff I’ve heard and haven’t heard. God bless Mayte. She’s sharing her story, which is her’s to share if she so chooses.. Peace, Ant aka Dreamstyle
I agree with you Mr. Dean, this was interesting. I found myself getting a little frustrated with the guest Mr. Dave as well at times. He didn’t sound too convincing or sure on some things. Especially when he used the term/phrase “I think” Prince felt like this or that when trying to explain the distance between Prince and Mayte after the divorce.I didn’t personally like when he tried to speak “for” Prince in regards to the burning of Mayte’s items or as in how Prince handles situations. Or how Prince choice of religion some how influenced his relationship with Mayte( especially since Prince is not hear to defend himself or his actions). Mr. Dave also contradicted himself by saying that Mayte didn’t want to put the book out initially because the publishers wanted a tell all, but then later he said she didn’t put it out because she didn’t want to make Prince upset. I too have seen some of the comments. I think the biggest concern with Prince fans is why now. Mr. Dave said it himself in the interview that Prince controlled everything. Which made me think for a second that’s why it’s coming out now, the control is no longer there. But none the less, it is her life and her story. In all fairness I believe people are simply just trying to protect Prince, just as Mr. Dave is trying to protect his friend Mayte. I’m not too familiar with what’s going on with Mr. Dave and Appollonia. But as of recently she along with Judith Hill (that I am aware of) appears to be the main people that were in consistent communication with Prince up until his passing. So I get it why she Appollonia may feel a little protective of him. I myself enjoyed any and everyone that was associated with Prince in regards to the MUSIC. I don’t however enjoy it when fans are comparing the ladies, oh this one is better or he loved this one more than that one. It’s not fair as Prince DID love each one of them, just at different stages of his life.- Let me also say this before anyone tries to throw shade as the young people say these days. EVERYONE is entitled to their opinion. Just because we do not share the SAME feelings,thoughts does not make me a hater. Agree to disagree Respectfully. Love and light Purple Family.
1980, I appreciate the agreement but I’m not Mr. Dean. Perhaps he can respond to your points. A little too much for me as I don’t get too deep into the relationships of Prince. To me, he was not only blessed with out of this world talent, but along with that came some incredible women in his life. Some we’ve heard of and some we haven’t I imagine. I ain’t into passing judgement on another man’s relationships. With respect to Dave, he seemed cool and well intentioned. He just got a little carried away but that was as I said, fueled by frustration and perhaps being very protective of a friend (Mayte). It’s all good.. As Michael Dean said, we’re supposed to be adults.. Peace.
Sorry about that sir. I hit the reply button yet called you Mr. Dean, but was trying to say Mr. Dream :D. I think it was the similarity -Dean/Dream….Yes, all good!!! I’m sure he was as equally frustrated. It’s all good. Much respect and success to all parties. Thanks for the “adult”respectfully response. Peace unto you as well.
I dated Prince in 1979-80. I think people need to understand that Prince was a real person with an incredible amount of talent…a genius. He made it clear that he did not want to be idolized. With that said, when you experience things in life that hurt to the core it’s helpful to let it out. Prince released his pain through his music, I hope that Mayte was able to heal and release some of her pain through writing the book. I’m sure that her story will heal other women who may have lost a child.
I’m looking forward to reading her book and I have always felt that one should not judge someone unless You have walked in their shoes.
Mi-Ling (AKA – The Little Red Corvette)
I agree 100% with you Mi Ling – let the healing begin – for with being healed – we all will experience freedom unlike any other – Wishing all great success in their healing – for whatever path they walk <3
Prince never stopped performing The Most Beautiful Girl In The World!!!!
His music was my favorite but I never got to meet when I was three had have a heart surgery . In my dream his music video in the colors of what the music it was of I wish u heaven the song and music video done in 1988 and I had my heart surgery it 1998 😢😢💜💜💜💜💜
Mayte contradicts herself constantly. There is a reason Prince didn’t want anything to do with her over 20+ years.