David Coverdale remembers Jon Lord

[METALPRIEST]

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Whitesnake leader and former Deep Purple vocalist David Coverdale has released a new video eulogy tribute to keyboardist Jon Lord.

The pair were Purple bandmates from 1973-76 in versions known as “Mark III” and “Mark IV” of the group’s lineup.

Lord passed away July 16 at the age of 71 after a long battle with pancreatic cancer.

Coverdale speaks fondly of his friend and remembers his first meetings with Jon - supporting Purple, joining Purple and rehearsing for the “Burn” album.

The legendary keyboard player co-wrote many of the band’s legendary songs, including “Smoke On The Water,” and played with many bands and musicians throughout his career.

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[stepcousin]

classy move by DC.

 

[METALPRIEST]

Yes, I thought this was really nice

 

[LG]

Jon Lord will always be my favorite B-3 Hammond wizard, what he could do with his organ was mesmerizing. And he had Class, as you can all see for yourselves from the heartfelt sadness and accolades from everyone he touched in music and life when he passed away.

Very nicely done Mr. Coverdale.

 

[METALPRIEST]

This was too classy not to share

 

[gcczep]

Touching...heartfelt...nostalgic from Coverdale. Lord must have been a great buffer for others that had to put up with the enigmatic and temperemental Blackmore.