In Episode 10 of The Violet Vault, host Ava Cyr explores the groundbreaking era of Prince's 1987 masterpiece Sign O' The Times. From the dissolution of The Revolution and the abandoned Dream Factory, Camille, and Crystal Ball projects to the creation of one of the most acclaimed albums of his career, this episode examines a pivotal moment of artistic reinvention. Discover how Prince embraced new sounds, experimented with altered vocals, tackled social issues through music, and transformed a recording studio mishap into the iconic sound of "The Ballad of Dorothy Parker." Ava also takes a look at the legendary Sign O' The Times Tour, the acclaimed concert film, and the opening of Paisley Park, the creative complex that would become Prince's artistic home for decades to come. Join us as we uncover the stories behind an album that proved Prince's limitless creativity and cemented his legacy as one of music's most innovative artists.

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