DEEP PURPLE Reveal Album Cover & Track Listing For 'Now What?!'

NOW What ?! is produced by Bob Ezrin (Pink Floyd, Kiss, Alice Cooper).

NOW What ?! is Deep Purple’s 19^th studio album. It was recorded in Nashville, TN and combines a fresh and modern production with the original spirit of 70s Deep Purple. “Perfect Strangers meets Made in Japan”

NOW What ?! is the name of the tour that will bring Deep Purple all over the world.

NOW What ?! follows the release of  “All The Time In The World” and “Hell To Pay”. A ballad and a classic Purple rocker. Two of the many faces to discover on the articulate and inspired new studio album. Available on all digital service providers April 2^nd

NOW What ?!  features 11 songs:

1 . A SIMple sOng

2 . WeiRDistAN

3. OUt of HANd

4 . HELL to Pay

5 . BOdyLinE

6 . AbOVe aNd bEYOND

7. BLOod froM a StoNe

8 . UNcomMon MaN

9. aprÈS VOus

1 0. ALL the tiME in thE WORld

11. VinceNt PRiCE

NOW What ?!  will also be released in a limited quantity with a bonus track and a bonus DVD featuring Deep Purple in conversation plus additional audio material.

NOW What ?!  will on top be released as double vinyl LP containing 11 tracks plus bonus track, as in the limited edition CD.

Stay tuned for more DEEP PURPLE news!

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DEEP PURPLE Premiere Lyric Video For "All The Time In The World"

British Heavy Music legends DEEP PURPLE have a NEW album entitled 'Now What?!', which is their 19th studio album, and will be released via earMUSIC. Here are the release dates:

* Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Finland, Spain: April 26
* UK, France, Benelux, Poland, Czech Republic, Norway, Denmark: April 29
* North America, Italy: April 30
* Sweden: May 1

The band has just launched the lyric video for "All The Time In The World", watch it now!



The first taste of NOW What ?! will be the release of a double A-side single on March 29th (as a limited and numbered vinyl 7“, CD single and digital download). 7“ VINYL (limited to 1000 numbered copies):

- Side A: “Hell To Pay“ (radio edit) - Side B: “All The Time in The World“ (radio mix – edit)

- CD SINGLE:
1) “All The Time in The World“ (radio mix – edit)
2) “Hell To Pay“ (radio edit)
3) Perfect Strangers (bonus track live)

Stay tuned for more DEEP PURPLE news!

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DEEP PURPLE Announce NEW Album Title & Details - Trailer Available!

“After the last Deep Purple record came seven years of blissful touring.  Then the phone rang… NOW What ?!” (Ian Gillan) 

 

- NOW What ?! has been produced by Bob Ezrin, one of the most important rock producers of all time (Pink Floyd, Alice Cooper, Kiss and many others)
- NOW What ?! features 11 new songs.
- NOW What ?! was recorded with no musical rules… and it shows a modern and fresh production… to the point that Deep Purple have never sounded so close to the spirit of the 70s in the last 20 years as they do NOW.
- NOW What ?! has the excellence and elegance of 'Perfect Strangers' and the wild freedom of 'Made in Japan'. 

- NOW What ?! will also be released as a limited edition with a bonus DVD featuring Deep Purple discussing the NEW album and one bonus studio cover version.
- NOW What ?! will be released as double vinyl LP.
- NOW What ?! is also the name of the World Tour to be announced shortly.
- NOW What ?! will be released in Germany on April 26th. Worldwide release dates can be found at www.deeppurple-nowwhat.com which will be updated daily with news, lyrics, photos & more.

The first taste of NOW What ?! will be the release of a double A-side single on March 29th (as a limited and numbered vinyl 7“, CD single and digital download). 7“ VINYL (limited to 1000 numbered copies):

- Side A: “Hell To Pay“ (radio edit) - Side B: “All The Time in The World“ (radio mix – edit)

- CD SINGLE:

1) “All The Time in The World“ (radio mix – edit)
2) “Hell To Pay“ (radio edit)
3) Perfect Strangers (bonus track live)
4) Rapture Of The Deep (bonus track live)

Stay tuned for more DEEP PURPLE news!

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"TURN THE PAGE" (News & Tour Updates - 10/25/2012 Edition) LIVE From Cooper Square In New York City!

We recently premiered a brand NEW series called "TURN THE PAGE". The concept is very simple, we want to bring you guys the most relevant up to date Heavy Music news and tour information in a video format. While we select what we believe is the most important information and post it here on a daily basis, keep in mind that our main platform (www.HornsUpRocks.com) is the place where you can get the majority of the information you need.

Without further due, here is the seventh installment of "TURN THE PAGE", this is the 10/25/2012 edition. Filmed at Cooper Square in New York City! We hope you enjoy it!



Full details on the news stories and tours mentioned on the video above, can be seen on our archive (located on the right hand side column) ----------------------------------------------------------->

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DEEP PURPLE Have A Slew Of Songs Ready For NEW Album - Update By Roger Glover Available!

        Photo by: Romanio

According to TheHighwayStar.com, members of DEEP PURPLE joined forces in a Russian studio to rehearse for their upcoming tour (Tour dates & tickets HERE). Bassist Roger Glover spoke to ITAR-TASS. Here are the highlights of this conversation:

- There are 14 tracks ready for the new album, probably 11 or 12 of them will pass the final selection and end up being released.
   
- Release date being considered is somewhere in mid-February 2013.
   
- There are several album titles being considered, but for now they shall remain secret.
   
- Regarding connection with Bob Ezrin: Steve Morse met him back when he was in Kansas.
   
- The band wanted to perform new tracks on this tour, but its management and the record company opposed due to fear of reduced record sales.

As previously reported, DEEP PURPLE is among 15 finalists for induction into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame's Class Of 2013.

For the first time, the public gets to vote alongside the artists, historians and music industry insiders of the Rock Hall voting body. From now until December 5, fans can vote on RollingStone.com for the nominees they'd like to see inducted. The top five acts will comprise a "fan's ballot" that will count as one of the more than 600 ballots that determine the Class Of 2013. The results will be announced in mid-December.

The April 18, 2013 event is set for Nokia Theater in Los Angeles, marking the first time the ceremony will be held in the city since 1993. HBO will tape the show for broadcast at a later date.

Stay tuned for more DEEP PURPLE news!

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"TURN THE PAGE" (News & Tour Updates - 10/11/2012 Edition) LIVE From Guitar Center In New York City!

Today more than ever before, people want their information fast and presented to them in an original form. While we always strive to bring you the most up to date Heavy Music news and tour updates, we understand that many of you are busy with your own personal lives and lets face it: our generation are lazy readers.

We recently premiered a brand NEW series called "TURN THE PAGE". The concept is very simple, we want to bring you guys the most relevant up to date Heavy Music news and tour information in a video format. While we select what we believe is the most important information and post it here on a daily basis, keep in mind that our main platform (www.HornsUpRocks.com) is the place where you can get the majority of the information you need.

Without further due, here is the fifth installment of "TURN THE PAGE", this is the 10/11/2012 edition. Filmed at Guitar Center in New York City! We hope you enjoy it!



Full details on the news stories and tours mentioned on the video above, can be seen on our archive (located on the right hand side column) ----------------------------------------------------------->

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Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame: DEEP PURPLE, RUSH & HEART Are Finally Nominated - Full List Of Nominees Available!

DEEP PURPLE, RUSH and HEART are among 15 finalists for induction into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame's Class Of 2013.

For the first time, the public gets to vote alongside the artists, historians and music industry insiders of the Rock Hall voting body. From now until December 5, fans can vote on RollingStone.com for the nominees they'd like to see inducted. The top five acts will comprise a "fan's ballot" that will count as one of the more than 600 ballots that determine the Class Of 2013. The results will be announced in mid-December.

The April 18, 2013 event is set for Nokia Theater in Los Angeles, marking the first time the ceremony will be held in the city since 1993. HBO will tape the show for broadcast at a later date.

"The definition of 'rock and roll' means different things to different people, but as broad as the classifications may be, they all share a common love of the music," stated Joel Peresman, President and CEO of the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Foundation. "This year we again proudly put forth a fantastic array of groups and artists that span the entire genre that is 'rock and roll.'"

Here is what RUSH said about this well deserved recognition: "We are honored to be among the nominees for this year's Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. We are especially thrilled for the many, many dedicated fans to whom this nomination is so very important."

Artists are considered for inclusion in the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame 25 years after the release of their first recording.

Nominees for the 2013 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame:

- ALBERT KING
- CHIC
- DEEP PURPLE
- DONNA SUMMER
- HEART
- JOAN JETT & THE BLACKHEARTS
- KRAFTWERK
- THE MARVELETTES
- THE METERS
- N.W.A.
- PAUL BUTTERFIELD BLUES BAND
- PROCOL HARUM
- PUBLIC ENEMY
- RANDY NEWMAN
- RUSH

Important note: Only five of the artists will make the final cut and be inducted into the Hall.

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Vote HERE!

Deutschland's WACKEN Open Air 2013 Is Ausverkauft (Sold Out)!

Ever wondered why Europe get all of the massive super extreme music festivals? Well, it is because they make this happen year after year: ALL 75,000 tickets to next year's edition of the WACKEN Open Air festival have been sold — a little more than a month after being made available. This marks the EIGHTH time in a row that WACKEN Open Air is sold out and it is the event's fastest sellout ever!

And no, the ticket sales are not cheap. They are actually about twice the price as most festivals in North America. What this means is that the concert organizers can pay the bands a higher guarantee, so very often the bands opt to be part of the European festivals and not the North American festivals.

The fest will take place August 1-3, 2013 in Wacken, Germany. The festival billing is shaping up as follows:

- AMORPHIS
- ANTHRAX
- ARCH ENEMY
- ASP
- BOB WAYNE
- CANDLEMASS
- DEEP PURPLE
- DIE KASSIERER
- DORO
- ESKIMO CALLBOY
- HAGGARD
- HATE SQUAD
- IHSAHN
- LEPROUS
- NIGHTWISH
- RAGE
- RAMMSTEIN
- SABATON
- SCOTT IAN (ANTHRAX) (spoken word)
- SOILWORK
- SONATA ARCTICA
- SUBWAY TO SALLY   

WACKEN was first held in 1990 as a small event for local German bands. By 1998 the event had become the major festival on the European metal calendar and has included over 70 bands from all over Europe, North America and Australia.

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Official Release Party For DEEP PURPLE's "Re-Machined: A Tribute To Machine Head" Tonight At DUFF'S Brooklyn!

Tonight, our good friends over at DUFF'S Brooklyn will be hosting the Official release party for "Re-Machined: A Tribute To Machine Head"! The festivities will begin at 10 PM and will go on until the wee hours of the morning. And guess what? Promotional copies of the album will be away at the event!

As we all know, the album that "broke" DEEP PURPLE into the international music spectrum is 'Machine Head'. This is why Classic Rock Magazine are putting together a compilation CD that will be available as part of the magazine's "DEEP PURPLEfanpack" (available on September 4). Entitled "Re-Machined: A Tribute To Machine Head", the CD will feature re-interpreted songs from their classic hit album 'Machine Head'. The songs will be re-interpreted by some of Heavy Music's finest:

- METALLICA
- IRON MAIDEN
- BLACK LABEL SOCIETY
- STEVE VAI
- CHICKEN FOOT

The fanpack also features an in-depth, official, band-endorsed 124-page magazine which includes exclusive NEW interviews with world-class guitar masters Joe Bonamassa and Steve Vai and members of METALLICA, IRON MAIDEN and CHICKENFOOT, and more. During the interview segments, the artists will talk about recording these classic songs, plus brand NEW interviews with DEEP PURPLE — one of the last interviews with the late Jon Lord — on the making of their most well-loved album and exclusive and previously unpublished photographs and artefacts from the PURPLE archives.  



'Re-Machined: A Tribute To Machine Head' track listing:

01. Smoke On The Water - CARLOS SANTANA
02. Highway Star - CHICKENFOOT
03. Maybe I'm A Leo - GLENN HUGHES, CHAD SMITH, LUIS MALDONADO
04. Pictures Of Home - BLACK LABEL SOCIETY
05. Never Before - KINGS OF CHAOS (Joe Elliott, Steve Stevens, Duff McKagan, Matt Sorum, Arlan Schierbaum)
06. Smoke On The Water - THE FLAMING LIPS
07. Lazy - JIMMY BARNES, JOE BONAMASSA
08. Space Truckin' - IRON MAIDEN
09. When A Blind Man Cries – METALLICA
10. Highway Star - Glen HUGHES, STEVE VAI, CHAD SMITH, LACHLAN DOLEY (exclusive track)

Related links:

Jon Lord's Official Site

Deep Purple's Official Site

Listen To METALLICA's Cover Of DEEP PURPLE's "When A Blind Man Cries"!

As we all know, the album that "broke" DEEP PURPLE into the international music spectrum is 'Machine Head'. This is why Classic Rock Magazine are putting together a compilation CD that will be available as part of the magazine's "DEEP PURPLEfanpack" (available on September 4). Entitled "Re-Machined: A Tribute To Machine Head", the CD will feature re-interpreted songs from their classic hit album 'Machine Head'. The songs will be re-interpreted by some of Heavy Music's finest:

- METALLICA
- IRON MAIDEN
- BLACK LABEL SOCIETY
- STEVE VAI
- CHICKEN FOOT

Here is METALLICA's cover of "When A Blind Man Cries":



The fanpack also features an in-depth, official, band-endorsed 124-page magazine which includes exclusive NEW interviews with world-class guitar masters Joe Bonamassa and Steve Vai and members of METALLICA, IRON MAIDEN and CHICKENFOOT, and more. During the interview segments, the artists will talk about recording these classic songs, plus brand NEW interviews with DEEP PURPLE — one of the last interviews with the late Jon Lord — on the making of their most well-loved album and exclusive and previously unpublished photographs and artefacts from the PURPLE archives.  

'Re-Machined: A Tribute To Machine Head' track listing:

01. Smoke On The Water - CARLOS SANTANA
02. Highway Star - CHICKENFOOT
03. Maybe I'm A Leo - GLENN HUGHES, CHAD SMITH, LUIS MALDONADO
04. Pictures Of Home - BLACK LABEL SOCIETY
05. Never Before - KINGS OF CHAOS (Joe Elliott, Steve Stevens, Duff McKagan, Matt Sorum, Arlan Schierbaum)
06. Smoke On The Water - THE FLAMING LIPS
07. Lazy - JIMMY BARNES, JOE BONAMASSA
08. Space Truckin' - IRON MAIDEN
09. When A Blind Man Cries – METALLICA
10. Highway Star - Glen HUGHES, STEVE VAI, CHAD SMITH, LACHLAN DOLEY (exclusive track)



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Trailer Released For DEEP PURPLE's "Re-Machined: A Tribute To Machine Head" - Watch It Now!

As we all know, the album that "broke" DEEP PURPLE into the international music spectrum is 'Machine Head'. This is why Classic Rock Magazine are putting together a compilation CD that will be available as part of the magazine's "DEEP PURPLEfanpack" (available on September 4). Entitled "Re-Machined: A Tribute To Machine Head", the CD will feature re-interpreted songs from their classic hit album 'Machine Head'. The songs will be re-interpreted by some of Heavy Music's finest:

- METALLICA
- IRON MAIDEN
- BLACK LABEL SOCIETY
- STEVE VAI
- CHICKEN FOOT

The fanpack also features an in-depth, official, band-endorsed 124-page magazine which includes exclusive NEW interviews with world-class guitar masters Joe Bonamassa and Steve Vai and members of METALLICA, IRON MAIDEN and CHICKENFOOT, and more. During the interview segments, the artists will talk about recording these classic songs, plus brand NEW interviews with DEEP PURPLE — one of the last interviews with the late Jon Lord — on the making of their most well-loved album and exclusive and previously unpublished photographs and artefacts from the PURPLE archives.  



'Re-Machined: A Tribute To Machine Head' track listing:

01. Smoke On The Water - CARLOS SANTANA
02. Highway Star - CHICKENFOOT
03. Maybe I'm A Leo - GLENN HUGHES, CHAD SMITH, LUIS MALDONADO
04. Pictures Of Home - BLACK LABEL SOCIETY
05. Never Before - KINGS OF CHAOS (Joe Elliott, Steve Stevens, Duff McKagan, Matt Sorum, Arlan Schierbaum)
06. Smoke On The Water - THE FLAMING LIPS
07. Lazy - JIMMY BARNES, JOE BONAMASSA
08. Space Truckin' - IRON MAIDEN
09. When A Blind Man Cries – METALLICA
10. Highway Star - Glen HUGHES, STEVE VAI, CHAD SMITH, LACHLAN DOLEY (exclusive track)

Join the revolution, contribute to our Indiegogo campaign! Click HERE: www.indiegogo.com/hornsup
 

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Memorial For DEEP PURPLE's Jon Lord (RIP) Announced!

As previously reported, Jon Lord of Deep Purple died this past July 16 at the age of 71. The co-founder and keyboard player with the Heavy Metal pioneers passed away after suffering a pulmonary embolism. Earlier this year, Lord was diagnosed as suffering from pancreatic cancer, a normally swiftly developing and deadly form of cancer. Lord was was surrounded by his family at the London Clinic. Jon Lord is survived by his wife Vickie and two daughters — Amy and Sara (please keep them in your thoughts and prayers).

According to the Darker Than Blue web site, Lord's funeral service took place on July 31 at St. Mary's Church in Hambleden, England. A memorial service is planned for later in the year in London. Stay tuned for more details!

More about this story HERE!

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METALLICA, IRON MAIDEN, BLACK LABEL SOCIETY & More To Be Part Of "Re-Machined: A Tribute To Machine Head (The DEEP PURPLE Hit Album)"

Last week, Jon Lord of Deep Purple died earlier at the age of 71. The co-founder and keyboard player with the Heavy Metal pioneers passed after suffering a pulmonary embolism. Earlier this year, Lord was diagnosed as suffering from pancreatic cancer, a normally swiftly developing and deadly form of cancer. Lord was was surrounded by his family at the London Clinic. Jon Lord is survived by his wife Vickie and two daughters — Amy and Sara (please keep them in your thoughts and prayers).

More about this breaking story HERE!

As we all know, the album that "broke" DEEP PURPLE into the international music spectrum is 'Machine Head'. This is why Classic Rock Magazine are putting together a compilation CD that will be available as part of the magazine's "DEEP PURPLEfanpack" (available on September 4). Entitled "Re-Machined: A Tribute To Machine Head", the CD will feature re-interpreted songs from their classic hit album 'Machine Head'. The songs will be re-interpreted by some of Heavy Music's finest:

- METALLICA
- IRON MAIDEN
- BLACK LABEL SOCIETY
- STEVE VAI
- CHICKEN FOOT

The fanpack also features an in-depth, official, band-endorsed 124-page magazine which includes exclusive NEW interviews with world-class guitar masters Joe Bonamassa and Steve Vai and members of METALLICA, IRON MAIDEN and CHICKENFOOT, and more. During the interview segments, the artists will talk about recording these classic songs, plus brand NEW interviews with DEEP PURPLE — one of the last interviews with the late Jon Lord — on the making of their most well-loved album and exclusive and previously unpublished photographs and artefacts from thePURPLE archives.  

'Re-Machined: A Tribute To Machine Head' track listing:

01. Smoke On The Water - CARLOS SANTANA
02. Highway Star - CHICKENFOOT
03. Maybe I'm A Leo - GLENN HUGHES, CHAD SMITH, LUIS MALDONADO
04. Pictures Of Home - BLACK LABEL SOCIETY
05. Never Before - KINGS OF CHAOS (Joe Elliott, Steve Stevens, Duff McKagan, Matt Sorum, Arlan Schierbaum)
06. Smoke On The Water - THE FLAMING LIPS
07. Lazy - JIMMY BARNES, JOE BONAMASSA
08. Space Truckin' - IRON MAIDEN
09. When A Blind Man Cries – METALLICA
10. Highway Star - Glen HUGHES, STEVE VAI, CHAD SMITH, LACHLAN DOLEY (exclusive track)

 Click here to find out what the Heavy Music community has to say about the passing of Jon Lord

Related links:

Jon Lord's Official Site

Deep Purple's Official Site

Jam To Some DEEP PURPLE In Memory Of Jon Lord - Isolated Tracks Available!

Earlier this week, Jon Lord of Deep Purple died earlier at the age of 71. The co-founder and keyboard player with the Heavy Metal pioneers passed after suffering a pulmonary embolism. Earlier this year, Lord was diagnosed as suffering from pancreatic cancer, a normally swiftly developing and deadly form of cancer. Lord was was surrounded by his family at the London Clinic. Jon Lord is survived by his wife Vickie and two daughters — Amy and Sara (please keep them in your thoughts and prayers).

More about this breaking story HERE!
 
The origin of Heavy Metal can be traced back to pivotal trailblazers like Deep Purple. Their monstrous sound was a precursor to the decades of Metal mayhem that would only follow in the shadow of this legendary band. Now, with Jammit you can hear Deep Purple from a perspective that only few have had the privilege. Isolate or remove Blackmore’s guitar, Lord’s organ, Paice’s drums, Glover’s bass or Gillan’s vocals from the rest of the mix.

Follow the scrolling scores with slow down and section looping—even record your own performance—Jammit makes it easy to “join” the band! Join DEEP PURPLE right now by clicking HERE!

 Click here to find out what the Heavy Music community has to say about the passing of Jon Lord
 
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DEEP PURPLE's Jon Lord Passed Away Earlier Today; The Heavy Music Community Reacts!

As previously reported, Jon Lord of Deep Purple died earlier today at the age of 71. The co-founder and keyboard player with the Heavy Metal pioneers passed after suffering a pulmonary embolism. Earlier this year, Lord was diagnosed as suffering from pancreatic cancer, a normally swiftly developing and deadly form of cancer. Lord was was surrounded by his family at the London Clinic. Jon Lord is survived by his wife Vickie and two daughters — Amy and Sara (please keep them in your thoughts and prayers).

Here is what the Heavy Music community had to say about this very sad news:

"I am deeply saddened about the passing of Jon Lord. I am proud and humbled to have known him both personally and professionally, and blessed to share a special time with him. He was a true and gifted original, a gentleman of the industry, and he shall be greatly missed! My sincerest sympathies to his family and relatives and to all of us who have lost one of the great musicians of our time! R.I.P., Jon... May God hold you in his hands." - Joe Lynn Turner (DEEP PURPLE, RAINBOW, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN)

"It was an absolute joy and pleasure for me to know him and to work alongside him. He is missed already." - David Coverdale (WHITESNAKE)

"[I was] very sad to hear of [former DEEP PURPLE keyboardist] Jon's [Lord] death, following his battle with the demon cancer. [He was] one of the great musicians of my generation. Tony Iommi [BLACK SABBATH guitarist] recently worked with Jon, and said what a lovely bloke he was. I met him a few times, but never got to work with him. Blessings." - Geezer Butler (BLACK SABBATH)

"[It's a] sad day in rock and roll; Jon Lord has passed on. One of the biggest, baddest, heaviest sounds in heavy metal. One if a kind." - SLASH

"RIP the great Jon Lord, DEEP PURPLE's cornerstone/keyboardist. So many great, great songs and that incredible SOUND of his! Thank you." - Tom Morello (RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE)

"My condolences to Jon Lord's family, fans and friends on his passing. Jon, thank you for being a part of the soundtrack of my life." - Rudy Sarzo (OZZY OSBOURNE, QUIET RIOT, WHITESNAKE, DIO)

"[I was] very sad to hear of [former DEEP PURPLE keyboardist] Jon's [Lord] death, following his battle with the demon cancer. [He was] one of the great musicians of my generation. Tony Iommi [BLACK SABBATH guitarist] recently worked with Jon, and said what a lovely bloke he was. I met him a few times, but never got to work with him. Blessings." - Peter Baltes (ACCEPT)

"I'm very sad to hear about the passing of Jon Lord. He was an inspiration to me!" - Jordan Rudess (DREAM THEATER)

"Very sad news about the great Jon Lord. [He was] one of my biggest influences and idols growing up. RIP." - Adam Wakeman (OZZY OSBOURNE)

"Love and respect to the legendary Jon Lord. Condolences to his family. His mark in contemporary music is long and permanent. R.I.P." - Damon Johnson (THIN LIZZY, ALICE COOPER, BROTHER CANE)

"Wow, I can't believe Jon Lord passed away today. His style of playing the organ set the standard by which every rock band with organ lived by. A real legend and a real star. RIP, Jon!" - Tracii Guns (L.A. GUNS)

"It is with great shock and deep sadness that I was informed of the loss of a dear friend and great musician, Jon Lord. You brought fun, laughter, silliness and light with your sense of humor to everything you worked on, you changed the world of rock with your unique take on it all. I send my love, thoughts, and deepest sympathy to his family. God bless you, Jon. [You will be] forever in our hearts." - Graham Bonnet (RAINBOW, MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP, ALCATRAZZ, IMPELLITTERI)

More about this breaking story HERE!

Related links:
Jon Lord's Official Site
Deep Purple's Official Site

DEEP PURPLE's Jon Lord Loses Battle To Cancer - Rock In Peace!

Today is a sad day in music, Jon Lord of Deep Purple has died at the age of 71. The co-founder and keyboard player with the Heavy Metal pioneers passed away today (July 16) after suffering a pulmonary embolism. Earlier this year, Lord was diagnosed as suffering from pancreatic cancer, a normally swiftly developing and deadly form of cancer. Lord was was surrounded by his family at the London Clinic. A statement from his representatives reads simply: "Jon passes from Darkness to Light". To this, the Deep Purple camp added:

"We are all deeply saddened by the news that Jon Lord has passed away today at the age of 71 after suffering a pulmonary embolism. He had been suffering from pancreatic cancer and was surrounded by his family at the London Clinic. Our most heartfelt sympathies go to his family. Jon Lord, a giant among men."



Our deepest condolences go out to the Lord family, Lords' friend, fans, and all of the Deep Purple camp.

Renowned for his fusion of Rock and classical or baroque forms, he was perhaps best known for his Orchestral work 'Concerto For Group And Orchestra' first performed at Royal Albert Hall with Deep Purple and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in 1969 and conducted by the renowned Malcolm Arnold. The feat was repeated in 1999 when it was again performed at the Royal Albert Hall by the London Symphony Orchestra and Deep Purple.

He also worked with Whitesnake, Paice, Ashton And Lord, The Artwoods and Flower Pot Men.

Stay tuned for more information about the passing of Jon Lord!



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Jon Lord's Official Site
Deep Purple's Official Site

Previously Unreleased "Golden Gods" Interview With WHITESNAKES' David Coverdale!

Last year we debuted at the "black carpet" of the Revolver Golden Gods Awards in downtown Los Angeles, California. This Wednesday, we'll be back bringing you all the "black carpet" action! In celebration of the sold out Revolver Golden Gods Awards, we decided to bring you some previously unreleased interviews from last years kick ass event. Here is one with David Coverdale from legendary Rock bands Whitesnake and Deep Purple!

The latest Whitesnake studio album 'Forevermore' was released on 25 March 2011, with Aldrich and Beach on board. Whitesnake have announced the band will be on hiatus from touring throughout 2012 after completing their successful 'Forevermore World Tour'.



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The Heavy Music Community Reaches Out to Tony Iommi (Diagnosed With Cancer)!

As previously announced, Heavy Metal guitarist Tony Iommi has been diagnosed with Lymphoma. Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphocytes (a type of cell that forms part of the immune system). Iommi (63) and his doctors are currently working on the best treatment possible-the “IRON MAN” of Rock N' Roll remains upbeat and determined to make a full and successful recovery.



Anthrax (band): "This really does suck. GET WELL SOON TONY!"

Slash (Velvet Revolver, Guns N' Roses): "Best wishes for a full recovery to Tony Iommi."

Zakk Wylde (Black Label Society, Ozzy Osbourne): "Big BL get well wishes out to Lord Iommi!!!"

David Draiman (Disturbed): "Everyone please send their prayers/good vibes/best wishes to Tony Iommi for a speedy recovery; he has been diagnosed [with] lymphoma."

Sebastian Bach (Skid Row): "All hail the mighty Tony Iommi. & FUCK YOU, Cancer."

Randy Blythe (LAMB OF GOD): "I absolutely insist that every single follower of mine, religious or not, send a prayer up for Tony Iommi. He has been diagnosed with lyphoma. It's in its early stages — SABBATH is writing a new record, and they are continuing to. Iommi is the reason heavy metal exists. Pray for him. You pray to Crom, Odin, yourself — don't care who. Just send up some positive vibes for Tony Iommi. This is terrible news for metal. I've toured with Iommi a couple of times. He is a gentleman and a living legend. Hopefully since it's in early stages they can beat it pretty easily. But Iommi's not a young man, so think good thoughts! It is no secret that I have donated both my time, energy, facial hair, and a fair amount of my money to cancer research. I've walked the walk (literally) as well as talked the talk. However, there's nothing wrong with positive vibes."

Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple, Black Sabbath): "Prayers please for my brother Tony Iommi... We all pray for a full, speedy recover from cancer.... Much love…"

Angela Gossow (Arch Enemy): "Very, very sad to hear about Tony Iommi's cancer diagnosis. FIGHT! You never know what the future holds for you. Live and love every day!"

Richie Faulkner (Judas Priest): "My thoughts go out to Tony Iommi and I wish him a fast and full recovery."

Gus G. (Ozzy Osbourne, Firewind): "I'm in shock to hear the news about Tony Iommi. Get well soon 'Iron Man'!! Your biggest fan."

Michael Amott (Arch Enemy, Carcass): "Here's hoping for a solid and speedy recovery for my guitar hero Tony Iommi!"

Related links:
Tony Iommi's Official Site
Black Sabbath

Ronnie James Dio Tribute Album to Feature Members of Judas Priest, Motörhead, Alice Cooper, Deep Purple, Skid Row, Foo Fighters & More!

Wendy Dio, the widow and longtime manager of the late great Ronnie James Dio, is currently assembling a Ronnie James Dio tribute album. Here are some of the artists that are confirmed to appear on this special tribute album:

- Judas Priest's Rob Halford
- Motörhead's Lemmy Kilmister
- Deep Purple's Ian Gillan
- Alice Cooper
- Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple, Black Sabbath)
- Sebastian Bach (Skid Row)
- Chris Jericho (Fozzy)
- Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters)

The Ronnie James Dio tribute album, is tentatively due before the end of the year. So far, it has been revealed that this tribute album will see Grohl covering Black Sabbath's "The Mob Rules" and Halford contributing a version of Rainbow's "Long Live Rock 'N' Roll".



Related links:
DIO's Official Site