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Jump to: navigation, search The Revolution Prince Brussels 1986.jpg Prince in 1986 Background information Also known as Prince and The Revolution Origin Minneapolis, Minnesota Genres Pop rock, funk rock, rhythm and blues, heavy metal, hard rock Occupations Backing band Years active 1979–1986 Labels Warner Bros., Paisley Park Associated acts The Time, Vanity 6, Apollonia 6, Sheila E., The Family, Mazarati, The New Power Generation Past members Prince Matt Fink Bobby Z. Dez Dickerson André Cymone Gayle Chapman Lisa Coleman Brown Mark Wendy Melvoin Miko Weaver Eric Leeds Atlanta Bliss Susannah Melvoin Jerome Benton Wally Safford Greg Brooks The Revolution was an American rock band formed in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1979 by Prince. Although widely associated with rock music, the band's sound incorporated pop, funk, rhythm and blues, heavy metal and hard rock elements. Before their official break-up, The Revolution had released one studio album, two soundtracks, and two videos. The band is known for its many members, varied in race and gender.