New Deep Purple album “=1” is being released on July 19! More info here:

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On this day in 1934 Laurens Hammond was awarded a patent for 'Electrical Musical Instrument' that would end up being the famous Hammond organ. This was of course critical to Deep Purple (and many other bands') sound. Who is your favorite Hammond player?

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On this day in 2012 Joe Satriani released 'Satchurated: Live in Montreal' in the UK as a double CD and DVD. What do you think of this release? Were any of you at the show? What are yoru highlights from this performance?

On this day in 1997 Blackmore's Night released their debut album 'Shadow of the Moon' in Japan. What do you think of this release? What are your favorite tracks? Candice Night Official Ritchie Blackmore

Now that is how you do a teaser! Consider me teased!

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Episode #262 is now live on all platforms! This week we, along with our patrons, dive into Deep Purple's second album and rank the tracks. We're even joined by a special guest by phone who gives his takes and rankings on the album! Listen along and let us know your rankings!

On this day in 1997 David Coverdale married Cindy Barker. Happy anniversary to one of the greatest couples in rock! David Coverdale Cindy Coverdale

On this day in 2022 Simon McBride released the 3rd single from his upcoming album 'The Fighter.' The song was entitled 'Don't Dare.' What do you think of this track? How do you like the album 'The Fighter?'

On this day in 1999 Blackmore's Night released 'Under a Violet Moon' in Japan. This was Blackmore's Night's second studio release. What do you think of this album? What are your favorite tracks?

On this day in 1999 Glenn Hughes released 'The Way It Is' in Japan. It was his sixth studio album. What do you think of this release? What are your favorite tracks?

On this day in 1999 Deep Purple played at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia. The show was recorded and later released as a double live album and DVD entitled 'Total Abandon: Australia '99.' What do you think of this recording? Were any of you at the show?

On this day in 1970 the first of two overnight sessions for 'Green Bullfrog' took place at De Lane Lea studios in London.

On this day in 1968 Deep Purple (billed as Round About) made their stage debut at the Vestpoppen Parkskolen Club in at in Taastrup, Denmark. Since then the group has performed over 3,000 shows in its 54 year history. Only one person has been present at every show: Ian Paice.

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On this day in 1976 Colosseum II released their debut album 'Strange New Flesh.' The album featured Don Airey on keyboards, Gary Moore on guitar, and Neil Murray on bass. What do you think of this album? What are your favorite tracks?

On this day in 2013 Whitesnake released their live album 'Made in Japan.' What do you think of this album? What are your favorite performances?

On this day in 2008 Whitesnake released the album 'Good To Be Bad' in Germany. This was the band's tenth studio album. What do you think of this release? What are your favorite tracks?

On this day in 1984 Deep Purple met at Thames Talent in New York to sign the contract reforming Deep Purple.

On this day in 1946 Gary Driscoll was born. Gary was the drummer in Elf and the founding drummer of Rainbow. Sadly he was killed in 1987 in a murder that has yet to be solved. R.I.P., Gary.