Prince

From covers by Foo Fighters and Tori Amos to Muse and Chvrches, the influence of the Purple One clearly reaches far beyond pop and R&B.

A number of artists who were on the road when the world received word of Prince's sudden passing decided to honor the late icon by taking a few moments to offer performances of his classic songs.

Corey Taylor, playing a solo show in Minneapolis, covered Prince's 'Purple Rain' at the First Avenue venue.

Chanhassen, MN (KROC-AM News) - The Carver County Sheriff’s Department released a statement Thursday afternoon concerning the death of one of Minnesota’s most famous citizens.

Of course Prince was a brilliant singer, songwriter and performer, but what always stuck out for me with him was his amazing guitar work.

In 2007, Prince delivered the Super Bowl halftime show that many are judged by, covering Foo Fighters, Queen, Jimi Hendrix and more amidst his own hits.

The shocking news of Prince's death reverberated throughout the music world today, with scores of the acclaimed artist's peers taking to social media to share their grief.

Upon learning the shocking news of Prince's death, fellow musicians have expressed their sorrow and paid tribute to the late singer on social media.

Prince was one of music's most prolific, eccentric and influential performers over the last few decades.