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Skratch Bastid's Turntable Routine is a Fitting Tribute to Prince's Career

The Canadian DJ pays his respects with a version of the iconic artist's 1986 classic "Kiss."
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Canadian DJ and producer Skratch Bastid is mourning the recent death of Prince in the most suiting way possible, with a tribute performance on the turntables.

Standing in front of a wall adorned with Prince LP sleeves, the Toronto native scratches his way through The Purple One's 1986 tune, "Kiss."

In a statement on his Facebook page, Skratch says:

"I will miss Prince dearly. I will continue to celebrate his music in my sets and in my spare time. The 5 times I saw him live are memories I hold dearly and inspiration that will never run out. Love for great music should always be evolving, and I discovered new songs of his today through the shares of others celebrating and mourning. His music will live on with all of us, as I'm sure he would have wanted it. May this video bring you positive energy to a sad time. Rest In Peace, Prince Rogers Nelson."

Watch it below and his turntable tribute to David Bowie from earlier this year here.