How Rainbow's 'Stone Cold' Became Their Only Top 40 Hit in 1982

In 1982, Rainbow broke through the Top 40 with “Stone Cold.” Written by Deep Purple legends Ritchie Blackmore and Roger ...
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4 Unforgettable Songs Co-Written by Deep Purple and Rainbow Guitarist Ritchie Blackmore in Honor of His 80th Birthday

In 1968, Blackmore co-founded Deep Purple with keyboardist Jon Lord, drummer Ian Paice, singer Rod Evans, and bassist Nick Simper. The group was initially heavily influenced by psychedelia and ...