Rose Ann Dimalanta on Prince, Eric Leeds & Her Oakland Funk Journey

In this 2007 radio archive, Joe Kelley speaks with Rose Ann Dimalanta (RAD), keyboardist, vocalist, songwriter, and former member of Prince's New Power Generation.
RAD discusses working with Prince, performing "When Doves Cry" in stadiums around the world, John Blackwell's role in connecting her to Prince's camp, Bay Area funk influences, touring, independent music, and the making of her album East Babe.
She also shares her perspective on Prince's musical genius and explains what made him such a unique bandleader and artist.
Originally recorded in 2007.