Ritchie Blackmore is a man who doesn’t hand out compliments. The Deep Purple legend—famous for his cold stares, fiery riffs, and no-nonsense attitude—once stood unfazed around icons like Clapton and Dylan. But when it comes to one guitarist, even Blackmore had to stop and give credit where it was due. In an age of fast-fingered flash and empty showmanship, there was one player who actually meant every note—and Blackmore saw it immediately. “He’s really shit-hot,” the guitarist growled, pointing to a musician who didn’t just shred but transcended. Coming from Blackmore, that praise is rarer than gold.
Ritchie Blackmore Breaks Silence to Praise One Guitarist: “He’s Really Shit-Hot” Ritchie Blackmore is not a man known for sentiment. The legendary Deep Purple and […]