The Revolution

The Revolution was Prince's backing band from the late 1970s through 1986. It is unknown when the band was actually dubbed "The Revolution," but the name was indicated (in reverse

The Revolution was Prince's backing band from the late 1970s through 1986. It is unknown when the band was actually dubbed "The Revolution," but the name was indicated (in reverse lettering) on Prince's 1999 album. The band was prominently identified and provided more input on the next three albums: Purple Rain, Around The World In A Day and Parade.

When the 1999 tour ended, Dez Dickerson left the band for religious reasons and was replaced by Lisa's childhood friend Wendy Melvoin. Wendy and Lisa shortly thereafter formed a special bond with Prince and greatly influenced his output during the rest of their tenure in the band. Prince's former mostly R&B/funk offerings would be more diversified with rock, pop and classical music elements.