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The Top 10 Bands NOT In The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame But Should Be [VIDEOS]

Double Down — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 22:00:20 +0000

'Tis the season for me to go on my yearly rant about the travesty that is otherwise known as Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and how there are a laundry list of great bands we grew up listening to that somehow haven't yet made it into the Hall.

Ritchie Blackmore at 68: Blackmore's Night on Tour

Barbara LaRue — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:57:51 +0000

Happy belated birthday to Ritchie Blackmore, who was born on April 14, 1945 in Weston-super-Mare, England. Session musician and original member of Deep Purple, Ritchie went on to form Rainbow, and then later created the traditional folk rock project, Blackmore’s Night (in 1997) with his girlfriend, Candace Night. Blackmore married Night in 2008, and they [...]

Deep Purple's New Single Streaming Online

Dave Lifton — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 21:23:35 +0000

Deep Purple are set to release their new album, ‘NOW What?!’ on April 30. The first tracks, a double A-sided single of 'All the Time in the World' and 'Hell to Pay,' will be available March 29. However, samples of both songs, and two live cuts, are currently streaming online.

Deep Purple Reveal New Album Title, Single Release Date

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 18:37:23 +0000

They might not be making it into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame just yet, but that's not stopping Deep Purple from moving forward with new music. The legendary British rockers will release a new album titled 'NOW What?!' on April 30 in North America via earMUSIC. Fans will get their first taste of the new music from a double A-side single released on March 29.

Ritchie Blackmore 'Couldn't Care Less' If Deep Purple Make Hall of Fame

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 12:01:41 +0000

After years of being completely overlooked by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, pioneering hard rockers Deep Purple received word last week that they are among the nominees this year. But if you're hoping for an epic reunion jam on 'Highway Star' at this year's ceremony, not so fast -- in a new interview, former Purple guitarist Ritchie Blackmore says he has no interest in whether the band is inducted or not.

Heart, Rush, Deep Purple + More Nominated for 2013 Induction in Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Jeff Giles — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 13:14:36 +0000

Grousing about the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's nominees for induction has become an annual tradition, but this year, several groups of long-suffering fans may be surprised to find themselves without an axe to grind: At long last, perennial "why aren't they in the Hall?" favorites Rush are on the ballot.

Alice Cooper, Brian May Collaboration Amongst Highlights of Sunflower Jam 2012

Billy Dukes — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 16:50:53 +0000

Sunday night's Sunflower Jam in London was one of those nights of rock revelry you dream of. Classic rock artists from across the spectrum joined together for one cause, to play a set full of unexpected collaborations and covers. Alice Cooper, Brian May of Queen, John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin and Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden were just a few of the rockers on hand for the annual charity event.

Ian Gillan: Maybe He's a Leo

Barbara LaRue — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 14:06:55 +0000

Actually, he is. Ian Gillan turned 67 yesterday, born August 19, 1945 in London, England. Two things come to mind when I think of the amazing vocal work of Deep Purple’s lead singer and lyricist. The first is his jaw-dropping performance as Jesus in the original recording of Andrew Lloyd Webber‘s rock opera Jesus Christ [...]

Another Legend Passes Away

Barbara LaRue — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 17:51:42 +0000

Yes, another rock icon has died. From jonlord.org: “It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Jon Lord, who suffered a fatal pulmonary embolism today, Monday 16th July at the London Clinic, after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Jon was surrounded by his loving family. Jon Lord, the legendary keyboard player with [...]

Guess Which Legendary Musician is Part of a New Super Group? [VIDEO]

Double Down — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 02:33:21 +0000

Gene Simmons playing with someone other than Kiss? No, that is not a typo. It’s going to happen. For the first time ever, Gene Simmons will be taking part in an all-star jam band. Listen to this lineup of phenomenal musicians that are planning a tour for April and May. The project is going to [...]