• Prince’s “When Doves Cry”: The Genius Behind the Sound | Music Production Deep Dive

  • Jan 25 2025
  • Length: 6 mins
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Prince’s “When Doves Cry”: The Genius Behind the Sound | Music Production Deep Dive

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  • What makes Prince’s ‘When Doves Cry’ a revolutionary masterpiece? In this video podcast, we uncover the story behind the creation of this iconic track. Discover how Prince used the Linn LM-1 Drum Computer and the Roland Juno-60 to craft its unique sound, alongside his bold decision to remove the bassline, redefining pop music forever.


    With exclusive insights from Roger Linn, the creator of the LM-1, and Peggy ‘Mac’ McCreary, Prince’s trusted Sunset Sound engineer, this episode explores the groundbreaking production techniques, creative risks, and artistic brilliance that made ‘When Doves Cry’ one of the most influential songs of the 80s.


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