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UNCOVERED: 3 - The Untold Story

“I used to go to the Camden Palace and drink with Boy George. I loved Culture Club”: How Ian Gillan put Deep Purple behind him and launched a new chapter of his career with Gillan

Ian Gillan reinvented himself as a NWOBHM-era star with Gillan

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Turtle Beach just launched a stunning purple version of its iconic Stealth 600 Gen 3 headset

Turtle Beach is launching a brand-new purple version of their iconic Stealth 600 Gen 3 headset and we have all you need to know about pre-ordering your own.

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"What are you gonna do, right? There’s about two seconds and then you’ve got to hit the overdrive pedal, add the flanger on there and just jump in”: Prince played the iconic Purple Rain guitar solo at every 3rdeyegirl show... apart from this one

“After the third chorus, he’s singing ‘in the purple…’ and then he pointed at me, which was the cue to take the solo," says guitarist Donna Grantis

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WinkBed Plus vs Purple Plus: Which mattress for heavy people is better for back pain?

Here’s how to choose between the WinkBed Plus and Purple Plus mattresses if you’re a heavier sleeper with back pain

Tom’s Guide

“We had an exploding Marshall cabinet. The roadies put too much gasoline in it, and it almost blew Ritchie Blackmore offstage”: A metal fan’s guide to Deep Purple, one of hard rock’s original Holy Trinity

Along with Sabbath and Zeppelin, Deep Purple helped craft the primordial goop that spawned metal

Metal Hammer

"I was lying in bed at about three in the morning when an axe smashed through my door": Deep Purple’s 25 maddest moments

Life in Deep Purple has never been dull

Louder

Saatva vs Purple mattresses — which Black Friday mattress sale should you shop?

The Saatva and Purple Black Friday mattress sales are here but which deal should you shop? We explore.

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“Pink Floyd weren’t available. Jon Lord turned it down. So it came my way”: Roger Glover made an unexpected success of the soundtrack to a movie that never happened – but was it prog?

Having recently quit Deep Purple, the bassist was looking for a new challenge in 1973. It came in the form of The Butterfly Ball And The Grasshopper’s Feast, featuring notable prog guest stars

Louder

Nectar Premier Copper vs Purple Mattress: Which cooling hybrid mattress is right for your sleep needs?

The Nectar Premier Copper is quickly selling out. Is the Purple Original a good substitute cooling hybrid mattress? We put them head to head in terms of comfort, support, design and price to help you decide which one to buy now.

Tom’s Guide

Deep Purple review – age cannot wither these pogoing rock elders

Now in their late 70s, the band revisit the classics but also show off remarkably fresh rockers from their new album – and keep the lid on their solos

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Saatva Latex vs Purple Harmony: which latex pillow is best?

The Saatva Latex and Purple Harmony pillows are made from a blend of natural latex and microfiber. We compare both on price, design, support and comfort.

Tom’s Guide

“We were in LA getting ready for a gig and I said, ‘Where’s Glenn?’ He’d gone to Atlanta. He was a loon, just through doing so much coke and drinking”: How Tony Iommi and Glenn Hughes rekindled their turbulent friendship to make Fused

Black Sabbath’s Tony Iommi and ex-Deep Purple man Glenn Hughes reunited in 2005 to make the Fused album

Louder

Brooklyn Bedding vs Purple Original: Which cooling mattress is best for back pain?

For hot sleepers with back pain, here's how to choose between the Brooklyn Bedding Aurora Luxe and Purple Original Mattress.

Tom’s Guide

Purple vs Leesa Original: Which memory foam mattress is best for your sleep?

How to choose between the Leesa Original foams and Purple's unique grid support in this mattress head-to-head.

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"I remember him throwing his guitar up into the lighting rig, rubbing it against the speaker cabinets and playing it with his ass": Lars Ulrich on the first band to truly blow his mind

Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich recalls being nine years old and getting to watch the band that were "loudest and coolest thing" he'd ever seen

Tom’s Guide

Should you purchase a mattress online during Amazon Prime Day?

Online shopping is the new normal, but is it a good idea if you're buying a mattress in the Prime Day sales?

Evening Standard

From con artist to reality star: the unbelievable story of Anna Delvey

As Anna Delvey — better known as the “fake heiress” — is eliminated after a short-lived stint on Dancing With The Stars, Emma Loffhagen charts the dramatic story of the fraudster convicted of stealing more than $200,000

Tom’s Guide

Purple vs Puffy Cloud:Which boxed mattress is right for your sleep?

We look at the key differences between the Purple and the Puffy Cloud to see which performs best on price, design, comfort, and support.

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"I hear this screaming from behind me: Simon! Simon! Start the bloody song!" How Deep Purple entered their Mk IX era, inspired by the tedious complications of modern life

Deep Purple might never have been fashionable, but with a new guitarist on board and a brand new album, they look likely to be around for some time yet

Tom’s Guide

Team behind Purple launch new $999 foam mattress that could transform your sleep

The Ziwi ZiPP mattress has just launched — and it's an innovative take on all-foam designs from the maker of Purple beds

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“We had collapsed financially – I couldn’t pay the wages. I was on the verge of bankruptcy”: The chaotic story of Ian Gillan’s erratically brilliant solo career

Jazz-funk, solo hits and near-bankruptcy – this is the turbulent story of Ian Gillan’s post-Deep Purple career

Guitar World

“There’s no point trying to compete withSteve Morse or Ritchie Blackmore… One of the things that the guys in the band like about me as a player is I do my own thing”: How Simon McBride brought new color to Deep Purple's iconic sound

Stepping into a role once occupied by Ritchie Blackmore and Steve Morse could be intimidating, but when McBride joined Purple, he never thought twice. And yes, he'll play Smoke on the Water his way

Tom’s Guide

Nectar mattress vs Purple: Which brand offers the best Labor Day deals?

Deciding between a Nectar Mattress and a Purple? We’re comparing quality and discounts in time for Labor Day.

Metal Hammer

“He sent me home in a taxi with a towel”: Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson once threw up on Deep Purple singer Ian Gillan’s shoes

The Iron Maiden man deems the messy faux pas the most embarrassing moment of his life

MusicRadar

“I’ve played Smoke On The Water with some heavy metal drummers and not one of them has played it right. Ian lets the music do its work. He’s probably the most important member of the band”: Ian Gillan bigs up Deep Purple colleague Paice

Ian Gillan and Roger Glover talk about Deep Purple's past and present

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