Rainbow - Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow - Gatefold 12" VINYL LP ALBUM

In the realm of hard rock and heavy metal, few guitarists have left as indelible a mark as Ritchie Blackmore. His eponymous band, Rainbow, made their debut in 1975 with the release of the album "Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow".

"Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow" served as a testament to Blackmore's musical brilliance and vision. The album showcased a fusion of hard rock and classical influences, creating a unique sound that captivated listeners. Tracks like "Man on the Silver Mountain" and "Catch the Rainbow" demonstrated Blackmore's exceptional guitar skills, blending intricate riffs with melodic solos, while frontman Ronnie James Dio's powerful vocals elevated the band's compositions to new heights.

The gatefold 12" vinyl LP format added an element of grandeur to the album's presentation. Opening the gatefold cover revealed a visually stunning canvas that extended the album's artistic expression beyond the music itself. The design incorporated intricate illustrations, band photographs, and additional information, offering fans a more immersive experience.

The front cover of "Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow" featured a striking illustration that evoked a sense of mystique and adventure. It depicted a mystical gate guarded by a castle tower, inviting listeners to embark on a musical journey through the gates of Rainbow. The intricate details and vivid colors captured the album's epic and imaginative themes, adding a visual dimension that complemented the music within.

Decades after its release, "Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow" remains a seminal album in the annals of rock music. It not only solidified Rainbow's place in the genre but also served as a stepping stone for the careers of its talented members. Ronnie James Dio, in particular, established himself as one of rock's greatest vocalists, leaving an indelible mark on the music world.

Furthermore, the vinyl LP format has experienced a resurgence in recent years, with enthusiasts and collectors appreciating the warm sound quality and tactile experience it offers. The gatefold edition of "Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow" embodies the nostalgia and authenticity that vinyl enthusiasts cherish, creating a connection between the listener and the music that digital formats often lack.

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Band Members and Musicians on: Rainbow - Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow

Band-members, Musicians and Performers
• Ritchie Blackmore - Guitar

    Ritchie Blackmore an English guitarist who has been active as a Rock guitarist from the 1960's until mid 1990's. As lead guitarist he performed a important role in the band "Deep Purple" . In 1994 he left "Deep Purple" and started his own rock band "Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow" . During 1997 he switched to folk rock together with his girlfriend Candice Night.

    Ritchie Blackmore

   Full-name: Richard Hugh Blackmore was born in Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, England, United Kingdom on 14 Apr 1945. He is the first child of Lewis J. Blackmore and Violet Short.

   He married Margit Volkmar in BET 1965 AND 1969. He married Bärbel in BET 1969 AND 1971. He married Amy Rothman in BET 1981 AND 1983. He married Candice Night 8 MAY 1971 in AFT 2008. He was 22 years old when he married Margit Volkmar. He was 25 years old when he married Bärbel. He was 37 years old when he married Amy Rothman. He was 63 years old when he married Candice Night, who was 37 years old at that time.

   During 1968 he works as a guitarist player in Shades of Deep Purple, Deep Purple. He was 23 years old at that point. During 1969 he works as a guitarist in Self-Titled ( Mk I ), Deep Purple. He was 24 years old at that point. During 1970 he works as a guitarist player in Deep Purple & Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Orig 1970 Conducted By Malcolm Arnold, Deep Purple. He was 25 years old at that point. During 1970 he works as a guitarist player in In Rock, Deep Purple. He was 25 years old at that point. During 1971 he works as a guitarist player in Machine Head , Deep Purple. He was 26 years old at that point. During 1971 he works as a guitarist player in Fireball, Deep Purple. He was 26 years old at that point. During 1972 he works as a guitarist player in Made in Japan, Deep Purple. He was 27 years old at that point. During 1973 he works as a guitarist player in Who Do We Think We Are , Deep Purple. He was 28 years old at that point. During 1974 he works as a guitarist player in Stormbringer, Deep Purple. He was 29 years old at that point. During 1974 he works as a musician in Burn, Deep Purple. He was 29 years old at that point. During 1975 he works as a guitarist player in Made in Europe, Deep Purple. He was 30 years old at that point. During 1975 he works as a Musician in Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow, Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow . He was 30 years old at that point. During 1976 he works as a lead guitar in DEEP PURPLE III Self-Titled, Deep Purple. He was 31 years old at that point. During 1976 he works as a musician in Rising, Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow . He was 31 years old at that point. During 1979 he works as a musician in Down To Earth, Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow . He was 34 years old at that point. During 1980 he works as a guitarist player in In Concert Unreleased BBC-Tapes, Deep Purple. He was 35 years old at that point. During 1981 he works as a musician in Difficult To Cure, Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow . He was 36 years old at that point. During 1981 he works as a musician in Straight Between The Eyes, Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow . He was 36 years old at that point. During 1983 he works as a musician in Bent Out of Shape, Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow . He was 38 years old at that point. During 1984 he works as a guitarist player in Perfect Strangers, Deep Purple. He was 39 years old at that point. During 1987 he works as a musician in The House of Blue Light, Deep Purple. He was 42 years old at that point. During 1988 he works as a guitarist player in Nobody's Perfect, Deep Purple. He was 43 years old at that point. During 1990 he works as a guitarist player in Slaves and Masters , Deep Purple. He was 45 years old at that point.

• Ronnie James Dio - Vocals

    Ronnie James DIO ( Full-name: Ronald James Padavona ) (1942-2010) , the KING of Heavy Metal with a long career (starting in 1957) being lead singer (vocals) in many different bands. DIO's career in a nutshell: 1957 The Vegas Kings, Ronnie and the Rumblers, 1958-1961 Ronnie and the Redcaps, 1961-1967 Ronnie and the Prophets, 1967-1968 The Electric Elves, 1968-1972 The Elves, 1972-1975 ELF, 1975-1978 Rainbow , 1979-1982 Black Sabbath , 1982-2010 DIO (Band) , 1981-1982 Black Sabbath , 2006-2010 Heaven & Hell.

    Ronald James Padavona was born in Portsmouth, Rockingham, New Hampshire, United States on 10/07/1942. He was the first child of Pasquale Padavona 29/09/1918 and Anna E Gulini 19/02/1918.

    When he was 63 years old, his mother Anna E Gulini died (01/06/2006).

    He married Loretta Berardi 1941 in 1963. He married Wendy Walters 1945 in 1978. He was 20 years old when he married Loretta Berardi, who was 22 years old at that time. He was 35 years old when he married Wendy Walters, who was 33 years old at that time. He got divorced from Loretta Berardi in 1972.

    On 10/07/1942, he lived in Merrimack, New Hampshire, United States. Since 1976 he worked as a singer on Rising, Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow . He was 33 years old at that point. Since 1977 he worked as a singer on On Stage Gatefold, Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow . He was 34 years old at that point. Since 1978 he worked as a singer on Long Live Rock And Roll, Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow . He was 35 years old at that point. Since 1980 he worked as a singer on Heaven and Hell, Black Sabbath. He was 37 years old at that point. Since 1983 he worked as a singer on Holy Diver, DIo. He was 40 years old at that point. Since 1984 he worked as a singer on Last In Line, DIO. He was 41 years old at that point. Since 1986 he worked as a singer on Intermission Live , DIO. He was 43 years old at that point. Since 1986 he worked as a singer on Sacred Heart, DIO. He was 43 years old at that point. Since 1987 he worked as a singer on Dream Evil, DIO. He was 44 years old at that point. Since 1990 he worked as a singer on Lock Up The Wolves, DIO. He was 47 years old at that point. On 02/02/1991, he lived in Tarzana, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States. On from 1 May 1999 to 25 March 2008, he lived in Studio City, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States. On 03/02/2005, he lived in Los Angeles, California, United States. On from 26 August 2005 to 6 August 2008, he lived in Encino, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States. On 16/05/2010, he lived in Houston, Harris, Texas, United States.

    On 16/05/2010, he died in Los Angeles, California, United States when he was 67 years old. In 2010, he was buried in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States.

• Gary Driscoll - Drums
• Craig Gruber - Bass
• Mickey Lee Soule - Keyboards

Track Listing of: Rainbow - Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow

The Song/tracks on "Rainbow - Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow" are:

• Man on the Silver Mountain 4:42
• Self Portrait 3:17
• Black Sheep of the Family (Steve Hammond) 3:22
• Catch the Rainbow 6:27
• Snake Charmer 4:33
• The Temple of the King 4:45
• If You Don't Like Rock 'n' Roll 2:38
• Sixteenth Century Greensleeves 3:31
• Still I'm Sad (Paul Samwell-Smith, Jim McCarty) 3:51

Album cover photos of : Rainbow - Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow

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