Part of the Paisley Park Archives exhibition tour book series. This full-color hardcover book details the history of Prince's world-famous home and recording complex, Paisley Park, located in Chanhassen, Minnesota. From its opening in 1987 to present day, the iconic structure evolved to reflect Prince's ever-changing style as well as to stay at the forefront of audio technology for the many musicians who recorded in its studios and sound stages.
Andrea Swensson is an author, radio host, and music journalist. She hosts a weekly program about the Minnesota music scene, The Local Show, at Minnesota Public Radio’s 89.3 The Current and contributes to the Local Current Blog. Prior to joining MPR, she was the music editor at City Pages, where she founded the AAN AltWeekly Award-winning Gimme Noise music blog.