Listen "102 - Rainbow: "Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow" (1975)"
Episode Synopsis
On today's episode I am going to take a look at the album “Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow” by Rainbow, the band’s debut studio album released on August 4, 1975.If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevinEmail: [email protected]:@realmetalkevinBluesky:@metalkevin.bsky.socialInstagram:@realmetalkevinSummaryIn this episode, Bill delves into the debut album 'Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow,' exploring its origins, the recording process, and the musical evolution that led to its creation. He discusses the influence of key figures like Ronnie James Dio and the transition from Deep Purple and Elf to Rainbow, analysing standout tracks and their impact on the heavy metal genre. Bill reflects on his personal journey with the album, recognising its significance in the broader context of music history.Chapters00:00 Podcast Introduction01:23 Sixteenth Century Greensleeves02:47 Blackmore, Sheep, Elves and the Creation of Rainbow06:51 Black Sheep of the Family07:42 Discussion of "Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow" Track by Track18:26 Still I'm Sad19:31 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow"23:41 Man on the Silver Mountain24:56 Podcast Notes and Contacts
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