Morris Day & the Time
Morris Day & the Time
The Time, later known as Morris Day and the Time and the Original 7ven, is an American funk rock band founded in Minneapolis in 1981. They contributed to the development of the Minneapolis sound, an eclectic fusion of funk, R&B, new wave, synth-pop and dance. Led by singer-songwriter Morris Day, the band members are known for having been close associates of musician Prince, and are arguably the most successful artists who have worked with him, achieving success with singles such as "Get It Up", "Cool", "777-9311", "Jungle Love", "The Bird" and "Jerk Out".
About This Event
Born in Minneapolis, Morris Day had a flair for fashion. Inspired by photographs of his grandpa in zoot suits, a true fashionista was formed. He went to school with Prince Rogers Nelson and sang in Princes first band Grand Central.
When Prince grew as an artist, so did the opportunity for Morris. The Time was originally created as Princes alter ego to be seen as the cool, street wise funk band contrasting Princes more soulful R and B sound. Prince chose Morris Day as a lead vocalist for The Time
