December 5th 2024.
Ritchie Blackmore, the legendary guitarist and front man for bands Deep Purple and Rainbow, recently made a powerful statement about the state of modern popular music. At 79 years old, Blackmore has seen the evolution of music throughout his long career. In a three-minute video titled "Tales from the Tavern," he expressed his disappointment with contemporary acts, claiming that none of them can compare to the music of the past. The video, which Blackmore posted on YouTube, sparked a lot of discussion among music fans and critics.
In the video, Blackmore explains that when he says he likes old music, he means really old, like from the 1400s and 1500s. He admits that he doesn't listen to the radio in America, where they play the latest hits, because he doesn't relate to them. Instead, he prefers to listen to the music of his youth, from the '50s and '60s. He mentions artists like Elvis Presley, Ricky Nelson, and Buddy Holly as his favorites. Blackmore acknowledges that each new generation tends to look down on the music of the next, but he can't help but feel cantankerous when it comes to modern pop music.
Despite knowing that it's natural for the newest generation to have different tastes, Blackmore can't help but express his disappointment with modern music. He doesn't hear anything that he considers good music, although he acknowledges that others may enjoy it. When he goes on holiday with his family, they often listen to artists like Taylor Swift, and Blackmore just can't connect with her music. He admits that it's not something he wants to hear, but he also recognizes that it's just a matter of personal taste.
Blackmore is best known for his time as a member of Deep Purple, a rock band that formed in 1968 with vocalist Rod Evans, bassist Nick Simper, keyboardist Jon Lord, and drummer Ian Paice. Their debut album, Shades of Deep Purple, was released that same year and reached number four on Billboard's Hot 100 chart with their cover of Joe South's song "Hush." However, their next album saw low sales, and the band underwent a transformation in 1971. With the addition of new members Ian Gillan and Roger Glover, they adopted a heavier sound and became known as a force in the world of rock music.
Since then, Deep Purple has seen four different lineups and a hiatus of eight years, but they have continued to release music and are considered one of the most influential bands ever by Planet Rock. Their most recent studio album was released in 2021, proving that they are still making music that resonates with fans old and new. Blackmore's statement about modern music may have caused some controversy, but his passion for the music of the past is undeniable. It's clear that his love for music, both old and new, will continue to inspire and influence generations to come.
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