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Blackmore Returns to Deep Purple | Music News
Legendary guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, 81, is making a surprise return to Deep Purple’s stage for the first time in over 30 years—tonight in Wantagh, NY. Co-founder of the band since 1968 and last seen with them in 1993, Blackmore revealed the reunion via Instagram livestream, calling it “old times’ sake” and getting the green light from current frontman Ian Gillan. Despite health hurdles like vertigo, arthritis, and past heart issues, he’s eager to reconnect with his bandmates and even joked about needing crutches. He’ll be stepping in alongside current guitarist Simon McBride, acknowledging…
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