Michael Bland
ActingAbout Michael Bland
Michael Bland (born March 14, 1969) is best known as a drummer for Prince starting in 1989. He was with Prince during The New Power Generation era and played with him live and on albums for seven years. From 1995 to 1997, Bland, along with Sonny Thompson, recorded and played live with French pop star France Gall—they appear on one studio album and two live albums. In 2010, Bland became a member of Nick Jonas and the Administration (a side project of Nick Jonas of the Jonas Brothers) along with other former members of The New Power Generation, bass player Sonny T. and keyboardist Tommy Barbarella.
Michael Bland Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Michael Bland reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Michael Bland's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 46% of Michael Bland's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Prince in Japan '90, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Michael Bland Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Michael Bland's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Michael Bland has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Slave Trade: How Prince Remade the Music Business | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Prince: Love 4 One Another | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Prince: The Sacrifice Of Victor | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | 3 Chains o' Gold | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Prince: The Beautiful Experience | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Prince: The Undertaker | Drums | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Prince: The Ryde Dyvine | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Prince and the N.P.G.: Diamonds and Pearls Video Collection | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Prince & The New Power Generation: Live at Glam Slam | Drummer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Prince and the New Power Generation: Gett Off | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Graffiti Bridge | Kid's Band | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Prince in Japan '90 | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Prince - Live in La Coruna 1990 | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
Michael Bland - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Michael Bland?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michael Bland is "Prince in Japan '90" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Michael Bland acted in?
Michael Bland has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Michael Bland?
Other notable films include "Prince - Live in La Coruna 1990", "Prince: The Undertaker", and "Prince: The Sacrifice Of Victor".