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Blackmore’s Night, Featuring Deep Purple Legend Ritchie Blackmore, Postpones Remaining 2025 Tour Dates Due to “Illness Within the Band”

Blackmore’s Night, Featuring Deep Purple Legend Ritchie Blackmore, Postpones Remaining 2025 Tour Dates Due to “Illness Within the Band”

Candice Night Reflects on Third Album ‘Sea Glass,’ Her Early Days Writing for Rainbow, and Working with Husband Ritchie Blackmore

4 Fantastic Ian Gillan Performances from the Deep Purple Singer's Various Music Projects, in Honor of His 80th Birthday

4 Fantastic Ian Gillan Vocal Performances from the Deep Purple Singer, in Honor of His 80th Birthday

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