Purple Highs - Scottie Baldwin - Episode 17

"To the Darkness, let there be light. To my sound man, turn up my voice real tight" - Prince

As front-of-house sound for Prince over the course of 16 years, Scottie Baldwin (aka "Scottie P") was a master of making Prince and his bands tight during live performances. As a part of the Minneapolis music scene, Scottie discusses his days as a drum tech in the Minneapolis clubs like Glam Slam and Bunkers and how that got him connected to Prince. His experiences at rehearsals, after-shows, tours, and more are covered on this Purple Highs interview. His position at the soundboard gave him a unique perspective on Prince, his legacy, and the music industry. Hold on to your wigs as Scottie helps us chronicle the Days of Wild.