Madhouse is a jazz-fusion band that was formed in 1986 as a side project by the iconic artist Prince. Known for their instrumental music style, Madhouse was distinctive for their numbered song titles and the pseudonym, "A. House", used by Prince on the albums. Their two significant works, "8" and "16", showcased Prince's musical versatility and his profound influence on the jazz-fusion genre. Despite their brief existence, Madhouse played a pivotal role in expanding Prince's musical repertoire.