After reviewing all my previous "dozens", I came to the conclusion that something is clearly missing. And so, waking up one morning, I realized that in some songs there is an extremely important part, more important than a riff or even a text - a solo. Therefore, focusing on the lists of Classic Rock and Guitar World magazines, making some changes of my own, I present to you the top soloists of the last 50 years.
1. Stairway to Heaven (Jimmy Page, Led Zeppelin)
"Stairway to Heaven" has become one of the most famous songs Led Zeppelin and rock music in general, as well as the most frequently played composition on American radio stations. This success was largely facilitated by the bright solo of guitarist Jimmy Page, according to whom, “... the very essence of the group is crystallized in the song. It has everything, and all the best of us as a team, as a creative unit ... I don’t know if I can create something else like that. I'm going to have to work hard before I get close to that expressiveness, that brilliance...” If you decide to become a guitarist, here is your to-do-list for the next year - buy a guitar, start growing your hair and learn the solo at 06:15 minute.
2. Highway Star (Ritchie Blackmore, Deep Purple)
One of Deep Purple's loudest, fastest and most famous songs, punctuated by Ritchie Blackmore's unforgettable guitar solo at the fifth minute of the track.The song received massive recognition after it hit number 19 in the "100 Greatest Guitar Solos" list compiled by the authoritative Guitar World magazine (which I took as a guideline). Although it is foolish to say that this was the first recognition of the song, it is rather its “resurrection” after a long-standing release.
3. Comfortably Numb (David Gilmour, Pink Floyd)
Gorgeous solo by David Gilmour in the song"Comfortably Numb" . The solo is divided into two parts - at 02:35 and at 04:32. These two parts can be called"light" and "gloomy" , because by the nature of the performance they are just that. David has always been able to convey the right mood with his guitar. He always had the most unique sound and the most melodic solos.
4. All Along The Watchtower, Little Wing(Jimi Hendrix, The Jimi Hendrix Experience)
How many times I mentioned Jimmy, how many of his songs and albums were touched upon, how much I talked about his personality - and again I fell into this circle. One way or another, it's unrealistic for me to choose one song, and magazines divide these songs in different ways. Therefore, I will simply say that there are probably no such unusual songs in psychedelic rock. “All Along” is a reference cover, about which even the author Bob Dylan spoke with childish admiration, the solo in the song is divided into 4 or 5 parts (whoever singles them out), each of which is completely independent; "Little Wing" is generally something unimaginable. And without that beautiful song becomes even more beautiful at 01:40 when Jimmy begins to lead. Echoes of solos come from the 1960s, when a crowd of thousands of hippies, rolling their eyes, beat in ecstasy in the open air at the Woodstock festival. “Purple Haze” could also be added here, but three songs in one place, even for me, is too bold.
5. Hotel California (Don Felder, Joe Walsh, The Eagles)
The most popular group States became even more popular in 1976, when the album "Hotel California" was released, the track of the same name simply demolished the towers for everyone. By God, to this day I listen and play regularly. The song itself tells us about a certain hotel, which is called California. And if there are millions of troubles and versions of the origin with the text, then with the solo everything is extremely simple - played in two “trunks” by Walsh and Felder, it completely conveys the mood of the song and does not get bored. Lasts two minutes and canonly played only with a Gibson EDS-1275 guitar (exactly like Page does in song #1 on the list)
6. Freebird (Allen Collins, Gary Rossington, Lynyrd Skynyrd)
"Free Bird" was ranked #3 on Guitar World's "100 Best Guitar Solos" list, and Amazon.com journalist Lorrie Fleming called it "the most requested song in the history of rock music". Gary Rossington played a slide solo on a Gibson SG, using a glass bottle as an imitation of his idol, American guitarist Dwayne Allman.
7. Master of Puppets (Kirk Hammett, Metallica)
People who showed the whole world how you can become multimillionaires with the help of “mitoll” have always been able to do good music. And everyone knew how to play divine solos - from guitarists to bassists. And what Mr. Burton did is generally worthy of a separate description. You will say that everything that was written after the 86th shames "metal". Well, or that they rolled after the 91st. Or even 96. One of the best heavy metal songs in the history of mankind begins, as befits such songs, cheerfully, sharply and catchy, but we are talking about a solo. And what's a heavy metal song without a nice solo? Moreover, Kirk Hammett, now godlessly screwing up, sinned less at live performances then. For those who can't stand 8 minutes heavy music, we advise you to rewind to 3:32, when the instrumental part begins, and there is already a solo. Although how can one not love the melodic main part, despite its "heaviness"? If you don't like it, then you obviously have a hearing problem.
8. Eruption (Eddie Van Halen, Van Halen)
Instrumental from the debut studio album stadium rockers Van Halen set new standards for electric guitar playing and launched a generation of guitarists using the unique style and approach of the virtuoso Eddie Van Halen. "Eruption" perfectly illustrates the guitarist's mastery of tapping (the technique of playing when the sound is extracted by lightly striking the strings on the fretboard using the right hand).
9. November Rain (Slash, Guns N' Roses)
Cylinder, Sunglasses, hair covering the face, a sharp, melodic and liberated manner of playing - we are talking, of course, about Slash, whose solo became one of the main highlights of the well-known hit by Guns N' Roses. The solo in this composition is rather an addition to the main part - it's more of a piano-ballad from Axl.
10. Bohemian Rhapsody (Brian May, Queen)
Sir Brian May and his legendary solo at 02:35, serving as a kind of bridge between the "ballad" and "opera" parts of the song. Two years after its release, in 1977, the song received the title " Best Single over the past 25 years." In 2000 year, based on the results survey of 190,000 people, "Bohemian Rhapsody" was recognized best song millennium.
Eric Clapton is the only musician to have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame three times: as solo artist and a member of the rock bands Cream and The Yardbirds.
Clapton featured in a 2011 magazine reprint Rolling stone in the list of the greatest guitarists of all time in second place after Jimi Hendrix. In the previous version of the list, he was ranked fourth behind Hendrix, Dwayne Allman and B.B. King.
One of Clapton's signature solos was the solo part in the song The Beatles"While My Guitar Gently Weeps", for which he was invited by George Harrison. It is not known for certain whether Harrison was dissatisfied with his own version of the solo, or whether Clapton was invited to defuse the tense atmosphere that reigned in the group during the recording of the White Album (1968). However, it is known for sure that Clapton and Harrison were very close friends and spent a lot of time in the same company. Later, Harrison was invited by Clapton to record the song "Badge", which was included in Cream's album Goodbye (1969).
Composed by Clapton in 1970, the ballad "Layla" became the prototype for countless guitar compositions on romantic themes. The revised version of the song was awarded the 1992 Grammy Award. Rolling Stone magazine included her as one of the 30 greatest songs in history contemporary music, and in a similar list according to the music channel VH1, she took 16th place. Layla is a character of an ancient Arabic legend about the love of Gais, nicknamed Majnun (Madman), for Layla. They could not be together - just like Clapton with Patti Boyd (Harrison's wife since 1966). A few years later, in 1976, Boyd divorced Harrison and began an affair with Clapton, who later married her in 1977 (divorced 1988). Despite this, Harrison and Clapton remained close friends.
The most successful single of Clapton's entire solo career was his cover of "I Shot the Sheriff" by Bob Marley, which topped the US charts in September 1974.
In 1979, Clapton donated his old guitar (a red Fender) to London's Hard Rock Cafe, beginning the famed music collection of this worldwide restaurant-bar chain.
Clapton has played on records by Roger Waters (The Pros and Cons of Hitch Hiking, 1984), Elton John (Runaway Train, 1992), Sting (It's Probably Me, 1992), Cher (Love Can Build a Bridge, 1995) and Paul McCartney ( My Valentine, 2012).
In 1985, Clapton had an affair with Italian fashion model Lory Del Santo (1958, Miss Italy 1980), to whom he dedicated the song "Lady of Verona". They had a son, Conor (1986-1991), who died after accidentally falling from the 53rd floor of a New York skyscraper. The musician was in a terrible depression for more than a year and dedicated the song "Tears in Heaven" to his deceased son, which became one of his most popular compositions. Phil Collins also wrote the song "Since I Lost You"(album We Can" t Dance, 1991).
In 1993, Clapton was awarded the Grammy Award in all the most prestigious categories - "Album of the Year" ("MTV Unplugged"), "Song of the Year" ("Tears In Heaven") and "Record of the Year" ("Tears In Heaven").
In 2002, Clapton married a second time to American Melia McEnery (Melia McEnery, 1977, designer from Ohio). Three daughters were born from this marriage - Julie Rose (2001), Ella May (2003), Sophie Belle (2005). His first marriage to Patti Boyd was childless. Clapton also has illegitimate daughter Ruth (1985) from an affair with Yvonne Hahn Kelly, an employee at his Antigua studio.
Clapton hosted his own Crossroads Guitar Festival in 2004, which was re-run in 2007, 2010 and 2013.
In 2010, Eric announced that he was selling his seventy guitars. He sent the proceeds of $2.15 million to a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center in Antigua. At the same time, the guitarist is one of the founders of this center. The musician also has big collection paintings, one of which abstract painting(809-4)", painted by artist Gerhard Richter, sold for a record $34.2 million at Sotheby's.
In the past, Eric is a binge alcoholic, but currently does not drink.
According to a poll conducted by PRS for Music, R.E.M. "Everybody Hurts". Eric Clapton's "Tears in Heaven" came in second, and Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" came in third.
Eric Clapton was the composer of parts one, two, three, and four of Lethal Weapon.
Let's take a break from our daily business and just enjoy good music. But since everyone has their own tastes, let's narrow the musical scope a bit and pay attention to the best solos in the rich history of rock. We chose not for technical performance, but for sincerity. Remember, this is purely our opinion.
Comfortably numb
Miracle Maker: David Gilmour ( Pink Floyd)
Year: 1979
The Wall - yes best show in the history of rock, no matter what anyone says. Every song is a gem. On this album, the most recognizable and hackneyed song of the "pink fluid" - Another brick in the wall - is comfortably placed. Few people consider it great, because the "pinks" are full of compositions with deeper "signature" lyrics of Waters and soulful melodies. In comfortably numb, the text is interesting - in fact, a retelling of the memories of Waters, drugged with tranquilizers. Many are embarrassed by the author's insinuating goat tone in the verses, interrupted by Gilmour's more familiar vocals on the chorus. And after ... after that, what we all love “Comfortable Numbness” begins for - the solo. AND nuclear explosion in the shower. How could such a thing be thought up? A cycle of emotions, a melody that turns you inside out, lifts you to the sky, and then throws you from a height to the ground with all your might. The body is covered with goosebumps, and you yourself wipe your eyes that are teary with delight. But Gilmour literally created it with his own hands, long and painfully forging note after note. David played the solo five or six times on his legendary Stratocaster and then glued the most successful parts together in succession. And what happened still arouses fierce envy among all the guitarists of the world, who are trying to get even one iota closer to the genius of Gilmour.
There are two solos here: one is bright and positive, like a sunny day, the second is darker and deeper, like an overcast sky, ready to burst into thunder. Just at the time of writing this article, the author had the good fortune to observe this natural dissonance under a composition listened to hundreds of times. But that's not why we put it in the first place.
Stairway to heaven
Miracle Maker: Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin)
Year: 1971
Once again, amazing lyrics in an amazing song from an amazing album. How many years will "Stairway to Heaven" top the lists of the best rock songs? Will they write something more brilliant? Judging by the trend, it is unlikely, and the times do not require it. In the United States, music store clerks, on pain of reprisal and violence, ban customers from playing two hackneyed songs - "Ladder" and "Smoke on the water". Because they only distort the great work.
Page's composing talent was fully realized in this song. The light, slightly sad acoustic part suddenly ends with a solo, which is still worshiped by guitarists all over the world.
There are opinions that the lover of the occult Page even entered into a business relationship with dark forces to write this. Some, scrolling the song backwards, even find encrypted messages in it. But even backwards it sounds better than any domestic pop.
There are many solo options that Youtube will introduce you to, since the Zeppelins concerts were often recorded. There is an original album album, but it is not as perfect as the solo performed at the Earls Court concert in 1975. Page constantly added to his solos, changed something, and in our opinion, this is the best, most soulful version. The effect of listening to it can be compared with Handel's Sarabande and the first sex in my life - delight! Tearing delight - it's so amazing! There is more meaning and emotion in one solo than in many songs: both joy and sadness - and everything in a row.
By the way, thanks to this composition, double-necked guitars came into fashion. After all, Page was the only guitarist for the whole group, and it was necessary to play different parts. So the Gibson EDS-1275 came in handy so as not to switch modes.
Master of Puppets
Miracle Maker: James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett
Year: 1986
Well, what a rating without "Broom"! The people who showed the whole world how one can become multimillionaires with the help of "mitoll" have always been able to make good music. And everyone knew how to play divine solos - from guitarists to bassists. And what Mr. Burton did is generally worthy of a separate description.
You will say that everything that was written after the 86th shames "metal". Well, or that they rolled after the 91st. Or even 96. Well, we will listen to the composition of the same name from that very kosher, orthodox album “Master of puppets”. One of the best heavy metal songs in the history of mankind/planet/universe begins, as befits such songs, cheerfully, sharply and catchy, but we are talking about a solo. And what's a heavy metal song without a nice solo? Moreover, Kirk Hammett, now godlessly screwing up, sinned less at live performances then. For those who cannot stand 8 minutes of heavy music, we advise you to rewind to 3:32, when the instrumental part begins, and there is already a solo. Although how can one not love the melodic, despite its "heaviness", the main part? If you don't like it, then you obviously have a hearing problem.
But back to the instrumental - the most beautiful thing that has ever been born in this harsh genre. Some oriental motifs are quickly replaced by a stylish, branded gash. And everything is so harmonious, tragic and catchy.
You can blame comrades Ulrich and Hatfield as much as you like for being more involved in commerce than in music, but for "The Puppeteer" alone, they deserve to get into rock and roll Valhalla.
You can tell that on "Orion" and "Ride The Lighting" the solos were more effective. But the solo in the "Master" is more understandable for the perception of the general public, for which it is considered beautiful even by those who have not listened to anything heavier than the "Beasts" group.
All along the watchtower
Miracle Maker: Jimi Hendrix
Year: 1968
We love Jimi very much for one simple reason - he is God. Although this song was written by the old Bob "Dylan" Zimmerman, it wasn't until Jimmy's cover that it got its admiration and adoration. It was an honest cover, not plagiarism. She seemed extremely heroic and cool in Dylan's performance, but thanks to the magic that was between Jim and his Strat, the song acquired the colors that it lacked. It became one continuous solo, and Jimi's mumbling only added color to it. I'm sorry, Mr. Dylan, but Hendrix is somehow more soulful.
marooned
Miracle Maker: David Gilmour
Year: 1994
Someone will say: "He's with his Gilmour again!" But do not rush to swear! This entire collection could be replaced by Pink Floyd songs. I would like to add "Shine on your crazy diamond" to this list, but I'm afraid other members will be offended.
Listen here: one continuous guitar solo, with floating notes, and beautiful turns. How sad and beautiful.
Many underestimate the album "Division bell" - the last one written in the canonical line-up. And it's just a treasure trove of great songs. By the way, last year, in honor of the twentieth anniversary of the album, a new edition of it was released, and a very interesting clip. In the first part, the viewer sees digital footage of the abandoned International Space Station, which is returning to Earth. The other half of the video was filmed in Pripyat, where the camera follows a man running through the ruins of Soviet houses. With this video, music is perceived in a completely different way.
There is not a single word in the composition, and they are not needed.
californication
Miracle Maker: John Frusciante
Year: 1999
We love John Frusciante very much. We love him, with all due respect to Klinghoffer, as a member of the "golden" composition of the RHCP. He knew how, damn it, to extract sounds from his Telecaster that influenced a generation. We love him as a solo artist too. For those who have not heard, we strongly advise you to read it urgently. "Central", "This Cold", " The Past Recedes", "Murderers" are no worse than his works from the time of the "peppers". Someday we will collect money and cure him of drug addiction. In the meantime, enjoy his solo. They have always been and will be recognizable. They are simple as a stick, but capable of touching the most intimate. And how stylish they sound! And what else to expect from a person who looks like Jesus and plays like Jesus. Hymn happy childhood– Californication – known for its chorus and recognizable half-chord music, and this music was created by John. Maybe the beauty of the solo is in its simplicity, but this improvisation is perhaps the best thing he did.
Twenty best solo guitarists.
Naming the top 20 lead guitarists in rock history has proven to be no easy task. It will not be difficult to name three or even five, but choosing two dozen is easy to make a mistake.
When choosing this or that candidate, I took into account not only technique and melody, but also the guitarist's place in history, the level of projects in which he participated and, what the hell is not joking, personal qualities. Go!
20) Erno Vuorinen (Nightwish)
After debut album Finnish power metallers, Vuorinen was dubbed the new Kirk Hammett by critics for his poignant, drawling style of his grandiose solos.
Erno is the perfect guitar player for any metal band, he has no weaknesses, except for a tendency to be overly melodic, but who said that this is bad?
19) Rudolf Schenker (Scorpions)
The famous brutal blond of the "scorpions" was a great addition on stage to the fussy "squishy" Klaus Meine. But, in addition to his famous outrageous poses with a guitar, he became famous for his famous solos that have become real classics: "Steal Loving You", "Send Me An Angel", "Believe In Love" and, of course, "Living For Tomorrow".
18) Paul Kossoff (Free)
According to many, Kosoff was the greatest "lost" guitarist. It was he, and not Rogers, who was the main star in the short history of Free, their entire stage action revolved around his flamboyant guitar.
He died the usual rock and roll death - from a drug overdose, but according to his colleagues and acquaintances, he was crippled by death Jimi Hendrix A. He was his main idol.
17) George Harrison (Beatles)
Well, how could you do without the charming modest fellow from the Beatles? He was always in the shadow of John and Paul, but on latest albums"Beatles" his role has become very large. He brought an element of philosophy into the light and unobtrusive music of the group, and sometimes even came to the fore, as in the grandiose ballad "While My Gitar Gently Weeps".
He showed himself even brighter in his solo career. Its concise, without any frills, but at the same time beautiful style playing on songs such as "My Sweet Lord" became a model for many melodic rock bands.
16) Steve Vai
The most talented and most famous student of Joe Satriani did not surpass his teacher in speed and technique, but he excelled in showiness and melody. Steve's music is more refined and diverse, it clearly goes beyond the usual creativity of a guitarist-drinker. This has earned him a place on this list.
15) Chris Oliva (Savatage)
Brother and associate of John Oliva long years, up to its tragic death, was the forming element of Savatage's music. He's always leaned towards a hard, almost thrashy sound, but he's also found his niche in "smart" metal on the sophisticated progressive giants "Streets" and "Gutter Ballet". It is no coincidence that after his death, Savatage began to lose popularity dramatically.
14) Brian May (Queen)
In the musical community, Brian May is very much loved, but critics are traditionally afraid to use epithets like "great" and "amazing" to him.
Yes, behind the back of the great Freddie Mercury, he was almost invisible, but his role in the group was more than significant. After all, the lion's share of Queen's songs began with his bright guitar; it was thanks to her unique sound that the group was recognizable from the first chord.
13) John Petrucci (Dream Theater)
Within the framework of such a democratic, free and multifaceted group as Dream Theater, it is not difficult to reveal all your talents and abilities, and Petrucci succeeded in full.
His style is close to Chris Oliva, but even more majestic and academic. His playing on "Scenes Of Memory" is worthy of a storm of applause and is practically a reference. It is no coincidence that in the famous project "G3" it was he who joined Vayu and Satriani, replacing Yngwie Malmsteen himself.
12) Robert Fripp (King Crimson)
Fripp is not very recognizable and flamboyant, but his twelfth place is a tribute to his absolute innovation. He was the first guitarist not to have a bluesy accent in his playing.
In addition, he created one of the greatest albums of rock albums - "In The Court Of The Crimson King" King Crimson.
11) Eric Clapton (Yardbyrds, Cream, Blind Fight)
But almost the exact opposite of Robert - Eric Clapton - a man whose name has become synonymous with blues-rock.
Virtually any project that Clapton participated in became popular. This was especially evident in "Cream", which for several years of its existence conquered the whole world.
10) Gary Moore
Moore is one of the brightest "drinkers" English rock. He gained wide popularity thanks to his mega-successful solo career, but before that he had a hand in "Black Rose" - one of the best albums Thin Lizzy.
Moore is not very refined, but always bright and emotional, maybe that's why his soulful music has gained such success.
9) Pete Townshend ( The Who)
It is hard to imagine that such an individual as Townshend, whose genius is proven and undeniable, could become an ordinary guitarist.
His style is unique and inimitable, if only because, being a solo guitarist, Townshend is not a "drinker", his style is bright guitar bursts, more typical of rhythm guitarists.
His crazy energy, guitar smashing and crazy jumps of the era early The The Who have long passed into the category of rock cliches, and his famous windmill - playing the guitar in a circular motion with a straight hand - did not succumb to anyone except him.
8) Tony Iomi (Black Sabbath)
His Majesty the master of killer riffs has always been a major part of Sabbath's supporting structure, regardless of who was at the microphone: Osbourne, Dio, Martin or someone else.
In fact, Tony is "Black Sabbath" - the beginning and personification of all metal music. And Iomi also invented Doom Metal - a whole trend that is rooted in his style.
7) Carlos Santana (Santana)
Carlos is somewhat similar to Gary Moore - the same emotionality, soulfulness, a penchant for mainstream sound. Just add to all this a tart Latin American flavor.
Santana is one of the most "ancient" and revered guitarists of our time. Among other things, he was a participant in the famous Woodstock festival of the sixty-ninth year. few people can boast of such creative longevity.
6) Eddie Van Halen
In conversations about "Van Halen" it is customary to curtsey only to David Lee Roth, an outstanding frontman who was outshone by few. But do not forget about Eddie Van Halen, who was called the guitarist "from another planet."
Eddie invented his own technique of playing the guitar - no one could repeat it. There is no point in going into technical details - just listen to any Van Halen song - it will be much more eloquent.
5) Jimi Hendrix
No one loved his guitar like Hendrix - everyone who has seen him perform will attest to this. He caressed her, stroked, bringing both her and himself to ecstasy. On stage, his face expressed bliss - he made love to the guitar, and did not play it. Maybe that's why he could extract sounds from her that it was beyond the power of any mortal to extract.
This was Jimi Hendrix - the godfather and idol of any rock guitarist.
4) Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin)
A guitarist whose technique and commitment to continuous improvement have become benchmarks in the world of rock.
Page sometimes got a little too carried away with solos, but that was Zeppelin's charm. On later albums, he used to play the fool, but he was forgiven for everything for "Stairway To Heaven" alone. His famous break in it was recently voted the best guitar solo in history.
After the breakup of the group, he was engaged in a bunch of projects, but with none of them did he gain fame.
3) Kirk Hammett (Metallica)
When this frail, unassuming guy replaced the charismatic Dave Mustaine (the future founder of Megadeath), few people besides Hatfield and company believed in him.
But Kirk came to court, and soon the sound of his guitar became as integral to the band as the vocals of James Hetfield. In early Metallica, he mostly had to grind and rumble, but when it was necessary to show melody, he showed himself with better side. What are his solos in the famous ballads "Fade To Black" and "Welcome Home".
The degradation of the group in the second half of the nineties did not touch him - he still remains one of the best guitarists of our time.
2) David Gilmour (Pink Floyd)
In an eternal creative rivalry with Roger Waters in Pink Floyd to David It was hard for Gilmour to turn around. And only on the last two albums of the group, created after the departure of Roger, did he "break away" to the fullest.
David has never been a great frontman, but the Floyd gigs weren't about one-man theatre. Their amazing stage shows are what attracted the audience. David has never been a great vocalist - his voice cannot be called fantastic and unique, but within the framework of the work of the group, which makes the main bet on music, this was appropriate.
But David was and still is a great guitarist. The pure melancholic sound of his "Stratocaster", which benefited from the famous instrumental "Marooned", is the most compelling argument for those who doubt his genius.
1) Ritchie Blackmore (Deep Purple, Rainbow, Blackmore`s Night)
The king of hard rock, whose power is limitless, his possessions are vast, and the love of his people is eternal and indestructible.
The main heights of guitar skills were achieved by him in Rainbow - a group that he created after the super-successful Deep Purple. It was in Rainbow that he discovered the talent of a mystifier in himself: his solos became slower, more thoughtful and carried as much philosophy as it is difficult to find from someone else. It was in Rainbow that he stopped being just a "man in black" standing to the right of the vocalist. Now, during concerts, all attention was focused on him and only on him.
When Purple reunited, he abandoned his brainchild, but a particle of Rainbow remained in their new music, a little slower, a little less fun, but much more mystic.
Tired of Purple, he found a safe haven with his adoring wife in Blackmore's Night, a project that is constantly trying to label pop music, despite the fact that compared to the same modern Purple, it is more than rock.
It is difficult to say whether Blackmore`s Night will be his last resting place, and is it really that important? His playing is universal, his technique is incredible, and his feeling musical taste truly unique, so you don't have to worry about his musical future. Vivat, Ritchie!!!
