ATIWAD & Romance 1600 Keynote Speaker

Eddie M. is one of the top saxophonists to emerge from the Bay Area, known for his authentic funk roots, dynamic stage presence, and soulful delivery. He has recorded and performed with Prince & The Revolution, Sheila E., Jill Jones, Beyoncé, Paula Abdul, and Stevie Nicks, Yolanda Adams, Wayman Tisdale, and Acoustic Alchemy. He was a member of the house band on The Magic Hour. Eddie’s solo releases include Hold Me (1997), Ward Street (1998), and Eddie M. (2001), which features Eric Benét and Karyn White.

Eddie M. laid down incredible saxophone parts on two tracks from Around the World in a Day, “The Ladder” and “Temptation,” and brought electrifying energy to the Purple Rain tour, often joining Prince and The Revolution on stage for “Baby, I’m a Star” and “Purple Rain.” He also shared the screen with Eric Leeds in the unforgettable video for “America,” an absolute standout from ATWIAD.

But that’s not all—Eddie M. is all over Sheila E.’s Romance 1600, performing on every track with the sole exception of “Yellow,” and helping to define the sound of beloved tracks like “A Love Bizarre” and “Dear Michaelangelo.”

Don’t miss this celebration of Eddie M.’s legacy and the musical magic he brought to Prince world.