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GRAHAM BONNET: JON LORD 'Changed The World Of Rock'
Legendary rock singer Graham Bonnet (pictured below; RAINBOW, MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP, ALCATRAZZ, IMPELLITTERI) has released the following statement regarding the passing of former DEEP PURPLE/WHITESNAKE keyboardist Jon Lord: "It is with great shock and deep sadness that I was informed of the loss of...July 16, 2012
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RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE Guitarist Pays Tribute To JON LORD
RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE guitarist Tom Morello (pictured below) has released the following statement regarding the passing of former DEEP PURPLE/WHITESNAKE keyboardist Jon Lord: "RIP the great Jon Lord, DEEP PURPLE's cornerstone/keyboardist. So many great, great songs and that incredible SOUND of hi...July 16, 2012
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TRACII GUNS: JON LORD Was 'A Real Legend And A Real Star'
L.A. GUNS guitarist Tracii Guns (pictured below) has released the following statement regarding the passing of former DEEP PURPLE/WHITESNAKE keyboardist Jon Lord: "Wow, I can't believe Jon Lord passed away today. His style of playing the organ set the standard by which every rock band with organ liv...July 16, 2012
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THIN LIZZY Guitarist: JON LORD's 'Mark In Contemporary Music Is Long And Permanent'
Guitarist Damon Johnson (pictured below; THIN LIZZY, ALICE COOPER, BROTHER CANE) has released the following statement regarding the passing of former DEEP PURPLE/WHITESNAKE keyboardist Jon Lord: "Love and respect to the legendary Jon Lord. Condolences to his family. His mark in contemporary music is...July 16, 2012
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BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION Guitarist: JON LORD Was 'One Of The Nicest' People I've Ever Met
Internationally renowned guitar superstar Joe Bonamassa (pictured below; BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION) has released the following statement regarding the passing of former DEEP PURPLE/WHITESNAKE keyboardist Jon Lord: "I am extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Jon Lord today. [He was] one of the n...July 16, 2012
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OZZY OSBOURNE/HEADSPACE Keyboardist: JON LORD 'Was One Of My Biggest Influences And Idols'
Keyboardist Adam Wakeman (pictured below; OZZY OSBOURNE, HEADSPACE) has released the following statement regarding the passing of former DEEP PURPLE/WHITESNAKE keyboardist Jon Lord: "Very sad news about the great Jon Lord. [He was] one of my biggest influences and idols growing up. RIP." Jon Lord di...July 16, 2012
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RUDY SARZO: JON LORD Was 'A Part Of The Soundtrack Of My Life'
Legendary bassist Rudy Sarzo (pictured below; OZZY OSBOURNE, QUIET RIOT, WHITESNAKE, DIO) has released the following statement regarding the passing of former DEEP PURPLE/WHITESNAKE keyboardist Jon Lord: "My condolences to Jon Lord's family, fans and friends on his passing. Jon, thank you for being...July 16, 2012
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DREAM THEATER Keyboardist: JON LORD 'Was An Inspiration To Me'
Keyboardist Jordan Rudess (pictured below) of progressive metal giants DREAM THEATER has released the following statement regarding the passing of former DEEP PURPLE/WHITESNAKE keyboardist Jon Lord: "I'm very sad to hear about the passing of Jon Lord. He was an inspiration to me!" Jon Lord died earl...July 16, 2012
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SLASH: JON LORD Had 'One Of The Biggest, Baddest, Heaviest Sounds In Heavy Metal'
Legendary guitarist Slash (pictured below) (VELVET REVOLVER, GUNS N' ROSES) has released the following statement regarding the passing of former DEEP PURPLE/WHITESNAKE keyboardist Jon Lord: "[It's a] sad day in rock and roll; Jon Lord has passed on. One of the biggest, baddest, heaviest sounds in he...July 16, 2012
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ACCEPT Bassist: JON LORD 'Was The King On The Hammond Organ'
Bassist Peter Baltes (pictured below) of reformed heavy metal legends ACCEPT has released the following statement regarding the passing of former DEEP PURPLE/WHITESNAKE keyboardist Jon Lord: "Just like Ronnie [James Dio] was the master on vocals, Jon Lord was the king on the Hammond organ... "R.I.P....July 16, 2012
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DAVID COVERDALE: 'It Was An Absolute Joy And Pleasure' To Know And Work With JON LORD
Former DEEP PURPLE and current WHITESNAKE frontman David Coverdale (pictured below) has released the following statement regarding the passing of former DEEP PURPLE/WHITESNAKE keyboardist Jon Lord: "It was an absolute joy and pleasure for me to know him and to work alongside him. He is missed alread...July 16, 2012
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BLACK SABBATH Bassist: JON LORD Was 'One Of The Great Musicians Of My Generation'
BLACK SABBATH bassist Geezer Butler (pictured below) has released the following statement: "[I was] very sad to hear of [former DEEP PURPLE keyboardist] Jon's [Lord] death, following his battle with the demon cancer. [He was] one of the great musicians of my generation. Tony Iommi [BLACK SABBATH gui...July 16, 2012
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Former DEEP PURPLE Keyboardist JON LORD Dies At 71
DEEP PURPLE keyboardist Jon Lord has lost his battle with pancreatic cancer at age 71. A message at his web site states: "It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Jon Lord, who suffered a fatal pulmonary embolism today, Monday, July 16th at the London Clinic, after a long battle with pancr...July 16, 2012
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The Evolution Of FOZZY (Video)
A new video clip of FOZZY singer — andWWE wrestling superstar — Chris Jericho talking about the band's history can be seen below. FOZZY will release its new album, "Sin And Bones", on August 14 (one day earlier internationally) via the group's new label, Century Media Records. The cover artwork for...July 12, 2012
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TESTAMENT Guitarist: Is Prejudice Against Metal Behind Lack Of Media Coverage Of BLYTHE Case?
TESTAMENT guitarist Alex Skolnick has posted the following message on his official web site: "It was at an elaborate breakfast buffet in an upscale Manila hotel — courtesy of a Filipino concert promoter — where I first had an in-depth conversation with Randy Blythe. Sure we'd run into each other bef...July 12, 2012
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