Jon Lord
Keyboard player for Deep Purple
Born
Died
2012
14 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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A British musician, played keyboard for the rock band Deep Purple. Co-founded the band in 1968, contributing to its distinctive sound with classical influences. Composed the iconic track 'Smoke on the Water', which became a defining song of rock music. Also acted as a key player in the formation of the supergroup Whitesnake. Besides performing, Lord composed various classical works, blending rock and orchestral music. His contributions to music extended beyond performance, as he was also involved in production and songwriting.
Co-founded Deep Purple
Composed 'Smoke on the Water'
Contributed to the supergroup Whitesnake
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