Why Did Ritchie Blackmore Leave Deep Purple (Twice)?
He came and went, then did it again.
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The Other Rainbow Singer Who Had an Offer to Join Black Sabbath – I Was ‘Anti-Heavy’
He didn't think he was a good fit.
10 Heaviest Albums of the 1970s (Not Recorded by Black Sabbath)
So you think that ‘70s heavy metal starts and ends with Black Sabbath? Think again!
Rainbow’s ‘Kill the King’ Lands British Politician in Trouble
Welsh councillor investigated for posting 1978 track days after Charles III’s coronation.
How Joe Lynn Turner Nearly Missed Out on Rainbow Gig
Singer needed work but thought invitation to audition with Ritchie Blackmore was a prank call.
Rainbow's Spooky Session
Lightning strike left Joe Lynn Turner and Ritchie Blackmore working by candlelight.
Doogie White: Best Thing About Being Dropped by Ritchie Blackmore
Former Rainbow singer celebrates guitarist's "great gifts to the world of rock 'n' roll."
65 Bands That Only Have One Original Member Left
Can you believe there are this many?
Judas Priest, Pantera + Rainbow Members Form New Supergroup Elegant Weapons
Get details on what they have planned for 2023.
Ritchie Blackmore U.K. Blue Plaque Denied Because Guitarist Is Still Alive
Fans wanted to get him the signature colored plaque.