André Cymone

André Cymone, a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer, is more than a branch in the Prince musical family tree. Born Andre Simon Anderson in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Cymone grew up in a supportive household where fellow aspiring musicians congregated and practiced. One peer was Prince, who even stayed with the family for a time. Cymone and Prince, whose fathers also played together, were in fledgling bands Grand Central and Champagne, until Prince signed a recording contract with Warner Bros. After Prince released his debut, 1978's For You, he had Cymone join his tour...