Another fine example of Deep Purple live during their '80s comeback. Blackmore and Lord are one of the best keyboard/guitar duos ever in rock. This is an example of why they should have been in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame years ago.

I hope everyone has a woNNderful holiday season. I haven'y posted an off-the-wall holiday song yet this year so...
Enyoy dis little tune from Yogi Yorgesson.

I've seen much discussion lately on whether or not NN was worth the price of premium. I have had the privilege of being gifted premium on a few occasions, so have some experience in the features included. To me, the bottom line is: yes, it is worth the price. This is more than just an adult site. This is an active community of like-minded people. There are many folks here worth getting to know. I have met folks I would not have otherwise met. Some have become what I would consider good friends. Granted, many of the established members have been leaving the site in the past year, but as things change, folks sometimes feel the need to move on. NN has provided a great community to hang out in. If my economic conditions were in a better state, I would certainly pony up the cash and go premium myself. Not many sites give you this much access for free. I, for one, appreciate it. Thanks, NN, for providing such a nice site.

Ran across this on YouTube. No No No, from their Fireball album, a live studio performance. Mark II Purple early-on and in form. Dig the groovy video effects,man!

Last July, my wife and I got a chance to wander around a bit and I happened on this small park. I previously posted a few pictures from the visit. This is what makes me understand Whoken's enjoyment of wandering and having the patience to catch that good photo.There was a group of ducks running around the park and I got the opportunity for some nice shots.





This guy seemed to be mugging for the camera...

He would have been 73 this month. Almost as hard to believe as the fact that he is gone. Nice tribute video to one of his best vocal recordings with Rainbow. Stargazer.

Was able to get out, finally, to relax and take some pictures with my daughter. What location do I choose? A reportedly haunted, mostly abandoned, cemetery. It's kind of a sad place that has been vandalized over the years with only basic upkeep. Got some great shots, though.

-I Need Your Love-

Need someone's hand to lead me through the night
I need someone's arms to hold and squeeze me tight
Now, when the night begins, whoa, I'm at an end

Because I need your love so bad
I need some lips to feel next to mine
Need someone to stand up, to stand up and tell me when I'm lyin'
And when the lights are low, and it's time to go

That's when I need your love so bad
So why don't you give it up, baby and bring it home to me
Or write it on a piece of paper, woman, so it can be read to me

Tell me that you love me, and stop drivin' me mad
Whoa, because I, I need your love so bad
Need a soft voice, just to talk to me at night
Don't want you to worry, baby

I know we can make everything alright
Listen to my plea, baby, come on bring it to me
'Cause I need, your love so bad
Baby, I need, I need, woman, I need your love so bad

From Rainbow's final tour, I believe, just before Deep Purple's reunion. The man in black pulls out all the stops live with a full orchestra. This is what got me started with classical music. The shear power of the orchestra and Blackmore is absolutely incredible. Once again, if not for YouTube, I would likely never see this performance. Beethoven would have enjoyed this...

Not sure what brought this one to mind (or maybe I am). A public service announcement from Monty Python...