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When did Prince and the New Power Generation start making music?

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Prince and the New Power Generation's first song “Gett Off (Damn Near 10 Minutes)” released on June 7, 1991.


The New Power Generation, also known as The NPG, was the backing band of musician Prince from 1990 to 2013. They were replaced by 3rdeyegirl as his backing band in 2013. In 2015, the New Power Generation reunited as Prince’s backing band for his final studio album before his death, Hit n Run Phase Two. 
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