reswati Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Tragic demise of the greatest Keyboardplayer in the universe: Jon Lord, you will be missed as a musician, composer, inspiration, innovator and great person. Legendary Deep Purple keyboard player and composer Jon Lord – also loved for his work with Whitesnake, Paice, Ashton & Lord, The Artwoods and Flower Pot Men – has passed away today, Classic Rock has learned. A statement from Lord’s PR representative reads: “It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Jon Lord, who suffered a fatal pulmonary embolism today, Monday 16th July at the London Clinic, after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Jon was surrounded by his loving family. “Jon Lord, the legendary keyboard player with Deep Purple co-wrote many of the bands legendary songs including Smoke On The Water and played with many bands and musicians throughout his career. “Best known for his Orchestral work Concerto for Group & Orchestra first performed at Royal Albert Hall with Deep Purple and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in 1969 and conducted by the renowned Malcolm Arnold, a feat repeated in 1999 when it was again performed at the Royal Albert Hall by the London Symphony Orchestra and Deep Purple. “Jon’s solo work was universally acclaimed when he eventually retired from Deep Purple in 2002. “Jon passes from Darkness to Light. Jon Lord 9 June 1941 – 16 July 2012.” Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SteveAJones Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Japan Mourns The Loss of Jon Lord Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chillumpuffer Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 What a sad loss. Made In Japan was the first ever live Hard Rock album I ever heard. My brother had it when I was about 12. I will remember him by playing the album in full especially Space Truckin' Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MINI_Zoso Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Sad news. Just a reminder to me to continue to get out and see/witness every great band that I can. We just don't know who is next. Glad I got to see them live. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
2bitnogoodjive Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Sad news. Was just listening to MIJ over the weekend. RIP Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DAS Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Sad news. He is one of the better musicians we have lost this year. RIP Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black-Dog Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 So sad, his new dvd should be come out in autumn with Steve Morse, Joe Bonamasssa...RIP Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Walter Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 RIP Mr. Lord, you will be missed! Condolences to his family. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
badgeholder Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Very sad news, indeed. Loved his playing. Gonna listen to some Deep Purple tonight Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ady Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Terrible news. RIP, Jon. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
the chase Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Sad news.. What a great talent and a classy,Gentleman.. Jon Lord more than anyone else seperated Deep Purple from all other Hard Rock / Metal bands.. He had the ballsiest Hammond sound of anyone, anywhere. Rest in Peace Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ledzepfvr Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 ARRRRRGHHHHH!!! Another. No More. RIP Mr. Lord Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimmie ray Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Sad news.. What a great talent and a classy,Gentleman.. Jon Lord more than anyone else seperated Deep Purple from all other Hard Rock / Metal bands.. He had the ballsiest Hammond sound of anyone, anywhere. Rest in Peace We always offer a lot of accolades to musicians when they pass, but this is one where it is really true. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stryder1978 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 God bless you Jon and thanks for the years of great music. You are missed! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jimmy Jam Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Very sad news RIP Jon Quote Link to post Share on other sites
redhairedqueen22 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 (edited) so sorry to hear about jon lord's passing. i would never wish cancer on anybody. his family, friends, fans, and deep purple are in my prayers Edited July 16, 2012 by redhairedqueen22 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Led_Rock_Hard Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 That's very sad news. Deep Purple will always be one of my favorite Hard Rock bands. He will be missed for sure. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
3DayBender Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 Rest In Peace Jon...you will be missed..... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DAS Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 (edited) When I was scrolling through I thought he was the Pope. I didn't know he had an honorary doctorate. Edited July 16, 2012 by DAS Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bong-Man Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 RIP Mr. Lord.....and Babbitt too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jahfin Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 RIP Mr. Lord.....and Babbitt too. ...and Kitty Wells. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
luvlz2 Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 (edited) The first time I seen Jon Lord was in Phoenix for the Perfect Strangers tour(Deep Purple), the way he shook his keyboards during his solo I thought the coliseum would explode! What great music he created!!! RIP Jon Edited July 16, 2012 by luvlz2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Deborah J Posted July 16, 2012 Share Posted July 16, 2012 RIP, this is truly sad news. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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