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On this day in 2022 Steve Morse played his last show with Deep Purple before leaving to care for his wife. He was Deep Purple's longest serving guitarist and recognized regularly as one of rock's top players. What are some of your highlights from his time with Deep Purple?

February 14, 2026 at 7:03 PM

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DAVID BOWIE - NEWS
MM DEC 1974
+ REBEL REBEL - GLENN HUGHES
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February 13, 2026 at 4:06 PM

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On this day in 1941 the legendary Big Jim Sullivan was born. Sullivan was an early guitar teacher to Ritchie Blackmore as well as being one of the most sought after session guitarists in England. Sadly Jim passed away in 2012. What are your favorite works by Jim Sullivan?

February 14, 2026 at 11:01 AM

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Check out the latest from The Highway Star!

Chop it down with the edge of his hand

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February 13, 2026 at 9:57 PM

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Check out the latest from The Highway Star!

Insecurities and more insecurities

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February 13, 2026 at 9:33 PM

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On this day in 1950 the legendary Bob Daisley was born. Bob has lent his songwriting and bass playing to numerous exceptional acts (including Rainbow, Ozzy, Sabbath, Uriah Heep, etc.) Bob has always made a huge mark in any project he's been involved with. Happy birthday, Bob!

February 13, 2026 at 1:03 PM

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On this day in 2021 "Tommy Bolin: Shake the Devil - The Lost Sessions" is released. What do you think of this compilation?

February 12, 2026 at 7:02 PM

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On this day in 1971 Warhorse released the single for "St. Louis." What do you think of this Warhorse release?

February 12, 2026 at 3:05 PM

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Heinz and the Wild Boys
1964

February 12, 2026 at 11:16 AM

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On this day in 1971 Deep Purple released the single for "Strange Kind of Woman." What do you think of this track? How does it stack up against other Purple singles?

February 12, 2026 at 11:01 AM

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Show must go on

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February 12, 2026 at 7:38 AM

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Check out our latest episode!

Episode 356 – John’s 50th Birthday Surprise Party

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February 11, 2026 at 6:05 PM

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On this day in 2024 Paul Martinez passed away. Paul played bass on Paice Ashton Lord's "Malice in Wonderland" as well as working with Robert Plant, Peter Gabriel, and Phil Collins. What are your favorite Martinez contributions?

February 11, 2026 at 3:06 PM

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On this day in 1982 it's announced by Whitesnake that Micky Moody has left the band. What are some of your favorite Micky Moody era Whitesnake songs or albums?

February 11, 2026 at 9:03 AM

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On this day in 1984 Whitesnake's "Slide it In" enters the UK charts at #9.

February 11, 2026 at 7:01 AM

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Chris Edwards "SINGING TRAIN CONDUCTOR"

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DEEP PURPLE - LOUDEST 😜
your loudest gig ? mine URIAH HEEP
MUSIC SCENE MCH 1974
+ DP at the 🌈
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February 10, 2026 at 8:10 AM

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LUDWIG DRUMS
PAICE POWELL WHITE
MUSIC SCENE MCH 1974
+ DANCE WITH THE DEVIL - COZY
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February 10, 2026 at 11:11 AM

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THX @mark-stevens.bsky.social 😁👍 DEEP PURPLE
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February 10, 2026 at 3:08 PM

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On this day in 1995 Whitesnake's self-titled album hit 8x Multi-Platinum in the US charts. When did you get your copy?

February 10, 2026 at 3:04 PM

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On this day in 19xx John Mottola was born! John would go on to co-host The Deep Purple Podcast starting in April of 2019. And would you get a look at those elbows? What are your favorite John Mottola Moments? Happy birthday, John!

February 10, 2026 at 11:02 AM

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Episode 356 is now live on all platforms! This week we take a bit of a self-indulgent turn as we host a surprise birthday for our co-host John! We tricked him with an album that does not exist and surprised him with birthday wishes from friends, family, fellow podcasters, and members of Deep Purple!