A controversy has emerged around Prince's new album of unreleased material, Timeless, with claims that the project includes posthumous tracks, credit errors, and suspicious online activity. The debate began in early September and has drawn attention from music journalists and media outlets across the Atlantic, including Billboard, Vice, and Fox 9. Critics are questioning the authenticity of the album and how it was produced, especially after a Facebook comment by trombonist Greg Boyer, who revealed he recorded his contributions in 2026—years after Prince's death in 2016. This contradicted the Prince Estate's claim that the tracks were authentic and unaltered. The controversy also includes reports of errors in the album's booklet, such as incorrect track dates and the omission of four confirmed co-writers who were neither credited nor paid. Londell McMillan and Charles Spicer, Jr., who are both co-producers of the album and co-managers of the Prince Estate, have faced criticism. McMillan's comments in Rolling Stone that the tracks were remixed to align with "the way people consume music today" were met with skepticism. Journalist Andrea Swensson argued that Prince's musical legacy should be preserved in a historical institution, like the Smithsonian, rather than being altered for modern consumption. The Prince Estate released a press statement denying the use of AI in the album, but many see this as an effort to shift focus away from the ongoing concerns. Additionally, there are accusations of "astroturfing," where fake online comments from newly created social media accounts either praise the Estate or attack fans who are critical of the album. These comments have been found on platforms like Instagram and Reddit, raising questions about the authenticity of public opinion surrounding the project. This is not the first time the Prince Estate has faced accusations of modifying his music after his death. Fans and critics have long been wary of how the Estate handles Prince's legacy, particularly regarding the release and alteration of his unreleased work. The Timeless controversy has reignited these concerns, with many hoping for greater transparency and respect for Prince's artistic integrity.