On this episode of Big Blend Radio, former Temptations lead singer Louis Price, and Gold Record recipient, pianist, and producer Starr Parodi discuss their careers and covering the Prince hit “When Doves Cry.” In honor of the 35th anniversary of the film / album “Purple Rain,” they re-imagined it in an acoustic neo-soul arrangement that blends Starr’s haunting Steinway piano textures and melodies with Louis’ vocal depth and heart.

Starr Parodi first entered the public eye as part of the house band on the hit late-night Arsenio Hall Show. Since then she has created scores for numerous films, television series, and iconic movie trailers, and her solo work has been featured on NPR, KCRW and iHEART Radio. More: https://www.starrparodi.com/new-page-47

Louis Price was the lead voice of The Temptations from 1977 to 1980. He has performed globally on stage and in studio, and can be heard on films including The Lion King, Happy Feet, and Superfly. More: http://louispricemusic.com/LouisPriceMusic/Home.html

Thanks to the National Parks Arts Foundation for sponsoring this segment. https://www.nationalparksartsfoundation.org/