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On this day in 1951 Yvonne Elliman was born. She originated the role of Mary Magdalene on the original album, the Broadway show, and the movie. Happy birthday, Yvonne! What are some of your favorite Yvonne Elliman performances?
December 29, 2025 at 5:05 PM
On this day in 1951 Yvonne Elliman was born. She originated the role of Mary Magdalene on the original album, the Broadway show, and the movie. Happy birthday, Yvonne! What are some of your favorite Yvonne Elliman performances?
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“We influenced Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, I mean…
The sound of that organ with a heavy rhythm section, along with our tremendous arrangements, dynamics, and harmonies, I mean, that’s what it was all about.
– all of that influenced progressive rock." #VanillaFudge
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The sound of that organ with a heavy rhythm section, along with our tremendous arrangements, dynamics, and harmonies, I mean, that’s what it was all about.
– all of that influenced progressive rock." #VanillaFudge
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“If we had stuck together we could have been as big as Led Zeppelin – or at the very least, Deep Purple. We had the stuff!”: The heavy rock innovators whose hard-hitting drummer was a star before John...
“There was always friction – but it all worked for the creation of what we had"
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December 29, 2025 at 9:41 AM
“We influenced Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, I mean…
The sound of that organ with a heavy rhythm section, along with our tremendous arrangements, dynamics, and harmonies, I mean, that’s what it was all about.
– all of that influenced progressive rock." #VanillaFudge
www.musicradar.com/artists/if-w...
The sound of that organ with a heavy rhythm section, along with our tremendous arrangements, dynamics, and harmonies, I mean, that’s what it was all about.
– all of that influenced progressive rock." #VanillaFudge
www.musicradar.com/artists/if-w...
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"Stargazer" gets my vote too. It will always be the Cozy Powell moment for me, the thunder behind Dio’s fire. Every hit feels like it’s shaking the heavens. The man didn’t just keep time; he commanded it.
December 29, 2025 at 1:56 PM
"Stargazer" gets my vote too. It will always be the Cozy Powell moment for me, the thunder behind Dio’s fire. Every hit feels like it’s shaking the heavens. The man didn’t just keep time; he commanded it.
Episode #350 is now live on all platforms! This week John and Nate reminisce about 2025, discuss their new discoveries, and ponder what 2026 will bring for Deep Purple and the extended family.
December 29, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Episode #350 is now live on all platforms! This week John and Nate reminisce about 2025, discuss their new discoveries, and ponder what 2026 will bring for Deep Purple and the extended family.
On this day in 1947 Cozy Powell was born. From Rainbow to Whitesnake and beyond he backed up numerous groups over the years with countless Deep Purple related cross overs. Sadly he passed away in 1998. What are some of your favorite Cozy Powell projects?
December 29, 2025 at 11:01 AM
On this day in 1947 Cozy Powell was born. From Rainbow to Whitesnake and beyond he backed up numerous groups over the years with countless Deep Purple related cross overs. Sadly he passed away in 1998. What are some of your favorite Cozy Powell projects?
On this day in 2007 Chris Frazier was introduced as the new drummer for Whitesnake. He stayed with the band through 2010 playing on the "Good To Be Bad" album and tour. What did you think of Frazier's time with the band?
December 27, 2025 at 5:03 PM
On this day in 2007 Chris Frazier was introduced as the new drummer for Whitesnake. He stayed with the band through 2010 playing on the "Good To Be Bad" album and tour. What did you think of Frazier's time with the band?
On this day in 1978 Ritchie joins Gillan on stage at The Marquee. Prior to this Ritchie had shown up unannounced at Ian Gillan's house and after a few drinks asked him to join rainbow. Ian says no then asks Ritchie to join Gillan. Both say no. Were any of you at this show?
December 27, 2025 at 3:01 PM
On this day in 1978 Ritchie joins Gillan on stage at The Marquee. Prior to this Ritchie had shown up unannounced at Ian Gillan's house and after a few drinks asked him to join rainbow. Ian says no then asks Ritchie to join Gillan. Both say no. Were any of you at this show?
On this day in 1948 Martin Birch was born in Wokin, Surrey. He would go on to produce some of the greatest hard rock albums of all time by Deep Purple, Rainbow, Whitesnake, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, and more! Sadly he passed away in 2020. R.I.P., Martin.
December 27, 2025 at 11:01 AM
On this day in 1948 Martin Birch was born in Wokin, Surrey. He would go on to produce some of the greatest hard rock albums of all time by Deep Purple, Rainbow, Whitesnake, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, and more! Sadly he passed away in 2020. R.I.P., Martin.
On this day in 1970 an interview with Ian Gillan appeared in NME by Richard Green. In it he discusses contemporary music, the children's story "Cherkazoo" which he had just written, and his time in Episode Six.
December 26, 2025 at 3:01 PM
On this day in 1970 an interview with Ian Gillan appeared in NME by Richard Green. In it he discusses contemporary music, the children's story "Cherkazoo" which he had just written, and his time in Episode Six.
On this day in 2002 David Coverdale announced "The Snake Rides Again" with a new lineup of Whitesnake. There was also a special Christmas interview with David Coverdale.
December 25, 2025 at 5:03 PM
On this day in 2002 David Coverdale announced "The Snake Rides Again" with a new lineup of Whitesnake. There was also a special Christmas interview with David Coverdale.
On this day in 2016 Alphonse Mouzon passed away. His brief work with Tommy Bolin is his crossover with Deep Purple but what are some of your other favorite songs or albums featuring Alphonse Mouzon. R.I.P.
December 25, 2025 at 3:03 PM
On this day in 2016 Alphonse Mouzon passed away. His brief work with Tommy Bolin is his crossover with Deep Purple but what are some of your other favorite songs or albums featuring Alphonse Mouzon. R.I.P.
On this day in 1965 The Artwoods wished their fans a very merry Christmas!
December 25, 2025 at 1:02 PM
On this day in 1965 The Artwoods wished their fans a very merry Christmas!
On this day in 1968 Deep Purple played live at The Electric Circus in New York City. It was the only show they ever played on Christmas Day.
December 25, 2025 at 9:02 AM
On this day in 1968 Deep Purple played live at The Electric Circus in New York City. It was the only show they ever played on Christmas Day.
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It would later be covered by many artists including Donny and Marie Osmond who took it to #14 on the Us Billboard chart in 1976.
December 23, 2025 at 1:25 PM
It would later be covered by many artists including Donny and Marie Osmond who took it to #14 on the Us Billboard chart in 1976.
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Pete and Mark guested on this and had a great time with all our friends!
Episode #349 is now live on all platforms! This week we have our annual Christmas celebration, discuss our "naught or nice" Deep Purple moments, recast our favorite Christmas movies with Deep Purple members, and revel in horrific holiday AI abominations. Cheers!
December 23, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Pete and Mark guested on this and had a great time with all our friends!
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Episode 349 – The Deep Purple Podcast Christmas Special (2025)
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Episode 349 – The Deep Purple Podcast Christmas Special (2025)
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December 24, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Check out our latest episode!
Episode 349 – The Deep Purple Podcast Christmas Special (2025)
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Episode 349 – The Deep Purple Podcast Christmas Special (2025)
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On this day in 1938 the song "Deep Purple" was recorded by Larry Clinton featuring vocalist Bea Wain. Previously it had only been an instrumental but Mitchell Parish added lyrics to the popular song in 1938. The instrumentation was written in 1933.
December 23, 2025 at 1:02 PM
On this day in 1938 the song "Deep Purple" was recorded by Larry Clinton featuring vocalist Bea Wain. Previously it had only been an instrumental but Mitchell Parish added lyrics to the popular song in 1938. The instrumentation was written in 1933.
On this day in 1947 Graham Bonnet was born. Wishing the happiest of birthdays to Mr. Bonnet! What are your favorite Bonnet albums, songs, or performances?
December 23, 2025 at 9:01 AM
On this day in 1947 Graham Bonnet was born. Wishing the happiest of birthdays to Mr. Bonnet! What are your favorite Bonnet albums, songs, or performances?
On this day in 1968 Deep Purple Mark 1 played at The Rockpile in Toronto, Ontario. It was a quick show before returning to New York to finish out the year. What songs would you have liked to hear them play at the end of their first year?
December 22, 2025 at 5:04 PM
On this day in 1968 Deep Purple Mark 1 played at The Rockpile in Toronto, Ontario. It was a quick show before returning to New York to finish out the year. What songs would you have liked to hear them play at the end of their first year?
Episode #349 is now live on all platforms! This week we have our annual Christmas celebration, discuss our "naught or nice" Deep Purple moments, recast our favorite Christmas movies with Deep Purple members, and revel in horrific holiday AI abominations. Cheers!
December 22, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Episode #349 is now live on all platforms! This week we have our annual Christmas celebration, discuss our "naught or nice" Deep Purple moments, recast our favorite Christmas movies with Deep Purple members, and revel in horrific holiday AI abominations. Cheers!
On this day in 1972 "Made in Japan" was released in Japan as "Live in Japan." Does anyone out there have a copy of the Japanese release?
December 22, 2025 at 11:01 AM
On this day in 1972 "Made in Japan" was released in Japan as "Live in Japan." Does anyone out there have a copy of the Japanese release?
On this day in 2012 Lee Dorman passed away. Lee Dorman was the bass player with Iron Butterfly as well as Captain Beyond. What are your favorite Lee Dorman contributions?
December 21, 2025 at 5:03 PM
On this day in 2012 Lee Dorman passed away. Lee Dorman was the bass player with Iron Butterfly as well as Captain Beyond. What are your favorite Lee Dorman contributions?
On this day in 1943 Albert Lee was born. Lee joined Ritchie Blackmore and Ian Paice on the "Green Bullfrog" album as well as accompanying Jon Lord on "Gemini Suite." What are your favorite works by Albert Lee?
December 21, 2025 at 3:02 PM
On this day in 1943 Albert Lee was born. Lee joined Ritchie Blackmore and Ian Paice on the "Green Bullfrog" album as well as accompanying Jon Lord on "Gemini Suite." What are your favorite works by Albert Lee?
On this day in 1967 American Standard (featuring Tommy Bolin and Jeff Cook) played at The Family Dog at 1601 West Evans Avenue in Denver, Colorado. Would love to know what the set list was from this show!
December 21, 2025 at 1:01 PM
On this day in 1967 American Standard (featuring Tommy Bolin and Jeff Cook) played at The Family Dog at 1601 West Evans Avenue in Denver, Colorado. Would love to know what the set list was from this show!