Purple Highs documents the people who went to Prince‘s Paisley Park Studios in Minnesota.<br />Hosted By Mark Bonde and Prince‘s longtime DJ, Dudley D.
Purple Highs: Chronicling The Days Of Wild
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Purple Highs documents the people who went to Prince‘s Paisley Park Studios in Minnesota.<br />Hosted By Mark Bonde and Prince‘s longtime DJ, Dudley D.
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4/21/2019
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Recent Episodes
August 4, 2023
Purple Highs - Adrian Crutchfield - Episode 22
Listen to Adrian Crutchfield as he takes you on an incredible journey from the back risers of Paisley Park for his first audition, to the spotlight on the Arsenio Hall's Show. In this interview, Adrian shares his firsthand experiences of working alongside Prince and how he helped Prince form the NPG Hornz. This podcast is an absolute must-listen for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the extraordinary world of Prince. Prepare to be enthralled by Adrian’s stories and unique insights. And if that's not enough, Adrian reveals the reason why Prince told him they were performing at George Lucas' wedding! Get ready for an unforgettable ride through the musical legacy of a true icon from someone that lived it.
June 22, 2023
Purple Highs - Tefft Smith II - Episode 21
While there were other schools for animation and visual design, Tefft Smith II was beckoned to Minneapolis after high school to Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD) because of its proximity to all things Prince. That proximity brought him to the center of Prince Universe as he became a regular at the parties and performances Prince had at Paisley Park throughout the mid-to-late nineties. After completing his degree at MCAD, Tefft left Minneapolis for the sunshine of Los Angeles to begin his career in animation and visual effects. In California, he continued to follow Prince closely, attending his performances throughout California. In this Purple High episode, Tefft Smith connects you to the Prince world of the '90s and beyond. From attending parties at Paisley Park to receiving phone calls from Prince himself. His unique perspectives along with his appreciation for the creative process provide great insights into Prince and his work over the years. Tefft is a co-founder of "Opsis" where he works with his team to provide animation and visual design on major Hollywood projects. His passion for Prince continues to this day and includes the creation of amazing visual effects for Purple High's dance parties and live streams.
March 30, 2023
Purple Highs - Jellybean Johnson - Episode 20
Purple Highs journeys to the "Bean Cave" for an interview with Jellybean Johnson, thedrummer of The Time. Johnson shares stories from his 50+ year in the Minneapolis music scene, discusses how he acquired his nickname "Jellybean", recounts times with Prince, and much much more. Full of insights and revelations, this episode is cooler then Santa Clause and leaves listeners hoping Purple Highs is able to make another visit to the Bean Cave for a part 2!
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