Music History

Deep Purple’s “Smoke on the Water” Finally Has an Official Video

Machine Head came out in 1972, but better late than never, right?  But the real story here is how this song helped Deep Purple screw the British tax man.

(Via Vintage Vinyl News)

 

Alan Cross

is an internationally known broadcaster, interviewer, writer, consultant, blogger and speaker. In his 40+ years in the music business, Alan has interviewed the biggest names in rock, from David Bowie and U2 to Pearl Jam and the Foo Fighters. He’s also known as a musicologist and documentarian through programs like The Ongoing History of New Music.

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