Nick Simper
English bass guitarist of Deep Purple
Born
November 3rd, 1945
79 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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A bass guitarist, prominent in the late 1960s. Co-founded the rock band Deep Purple in 1968, contributing to their first three albums, including the influential 'Shades of Deep Purple'. Left the band in 1969 and later formed another group, Warhorse, which released a self-titled album. Continued to perform with various bands and participated in reunion events.
Co-founded Deep Purple
Played on 'Shades of Deep Purple'
Formed the band Warhorse
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