The iconic cover version that launched a legendary hard rock band – but nearly turned them into one-hit-wonders

The band worked fast, releasing their debut album, Shades Of Deep Purple, in July 1968. It mixed organ-and-guitar-driven ...
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Jon Lord, key member of Deep Purple, dies

Jon Lord, the keyboardist, organist and composer best known as a key founding member of heavy metal forefathers Deep Purple, died on Monday in London after suffering from pancreatic cancer. He was 71.
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Deep Purple Announces Expanded Five-CD ‘Made in Japan’ Live Box

Deep Purple's classic 1972 live album Made in Japan is getting the Super Deluxe expanded treatment later this summer. The latest reissue of the band's popular concert LP includes new stereo and Dolby ...