Michael Schenker had mental health issues along with other related horrors, to contend with – on one occasion he was so excited to be joining the Scorpions on stage, that he smashed his favourite Flying V into the stage breaking…   Read more»

Darrell Way came up to me when we got off stage at a local festival here in Devon, about 8yrs ago. He was very complimentary about the band and he listened enthusiastically as I told him about ‘The Honey Tree…   Read more»

First professionally promoted concert (As opposed to the plethora of very good local bands, who commanded a reasonable ticket price), was Rainbow Birmingham Odeon 1976. My ears wrang for days! Got to shake Mr Blackmore’s hand twice! Ronnie James Dio…   Read more»

Thanks 

Lovely looking !

Bruce was raised by his grandparents in my home town of Evesham.  He was very generous and several times bought me some beers in the Royal Oak, whilst we chatted about our mutual love of Deep Purple.  He’d just left…   Read more»

Yep. I’m in regular contact with Melvyn  – as the book is available in electronic form it will constantly be updated and added to. Melvyn wasn’t expected to see the year out!   He ageed to be interviewed by me…   Read more»

Just adore Jon Lord’s Hammond solo on this recording!
A Masterclass in building tension.

Like that Headstock!

Hoping to interview Melvyn soon – his health ain’t good, so timing is a challenge 

Hi folks,
 
Which option do you prefer and why?
 
a) Reverse Headstock + Rosewood Fretboard 
b) Reverse Headstock + Maple Fretboard 
c) Normal Orientation + Rosewood 
d) Normal Orientation + Maple Fretboard 
Thanks for any input