On April 14, Ritchie Blackmore turned 79. In a career spanning well over half a century he has been one of the most influential figures in contemporary rock. Blackmore was a founder member of Deep Purple in 1967, but even at that young age he was already both an experienced session guitarist as well as a live performer with both The Outlaws and Screaming Lord Sutch.
Ritchie Blackmore At 79
Ritchie Blackmore At 79
Ritchie Blackmore At 79
On April 14, Ritchie Blackmore turned 79. In a career spanning well over half a century he has been one of the most influential figures in contemporary rock. Blackmore was a founder member of Deep Purple in 1967, but even at that young age he was already both an experienced session guitarist as well as a live performer with both The Outlaws and Screaming Lord Sutch.