Formed out of love for Prince and his music, “Purple” has been fronted by Craig Mitchell since the band’s inception during Burlington’s Discover Jazz Festival at Club Metronome, June 7, 2010. The band has performed numerous times since their first show and has included various members over the years, featuring some of The Queen City’s funkiest musicians. Join PURPLE as they weave through Prince’s extensive catalogue of hits and deep cuts. It’s gonna be funky!
Craig Mitchell as Prince – Vocals
Alex Budney – Bass (Seth Yacovone Band, Dave Keller Band)
Danny Whitney – Keyboards, Backing Vocals (The Renegade Groove)
Mike Fried – Keyboards (Sad Turtle, Dr. Ruckus)
Collin Craig – Lead Guitar (The Collin Craig Continuum, The Renegade Groove)
Matt Hagen – Rhythm Guitar (The High Breaks, Lendway)
Jamie Heintz – Drums (Chamberlin, Mac Swan & Black Holly)
Andrew Gagnon – Percussion, Backing Vocals (Renegade Groove, The Too Hot to Handle)