Here are four unforgettable songs featuring and co-written by Deep Purple and Rainbow guitarist Ritchie Blackmore in honor of ...

Fifty-three years ago today, Deep Purple went to No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart with their most influential album.

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The man behind "Ride Like the Wind" gets support for his tale from Eric Johnson, whose band opened for Deep Purple that night ...