“The idea was where do we go from here, as opposed to how do we best present where we were. A lot of that is Roger’s way of thinking.” Morse, 57, rounds out a semi-classic Purple lineup that includes bassist Roger Glover, singer Ian Gillan, drummer Ian...

From a concert standpoint, the show was fairly disappointing save for a few moments near the end of the legendary quintet’s set. Bassist Roger Glover and guitarist Steve Morse are extremely proficient at laying down the grooves and were the lone...

And while it’s merely due to a misunderstanding, you can appreciate exactly why his back is up and he’s on the offensive. And, perhaps, an improperly worded lead-in to a question — Day 47 of a cold, cough and fever will be offered as an excuse — led...

It’ll be in te O2 [Arena in London] and it’ll actually play in Glasgow too. “He’s got to be incredibly charismatic, that is obviously clear, he has also got to have a fantastic singing voice." The composer added: "The original role was played by Ian...

Purple's Smoke On The Water hitting airwaves and featuring one of rock's universally known guitar intros. The fact that the British hard rock group are still on the road is a feat in itself. For nearly two hours Sunday night before a large crowd at...

On Friday Remembering Sweet's Brian Connolly was a top story. Here is the recap: (Gibson) On this day in 1997, Brian Connolly, singer with the 1970s glam rock group Sweet, died of kidney and liver failure at age 47. Connolly replaced Ian Gillan (later...