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Jul 28, 2014 · published 28 July 2014. Exclusive: Original bassist Nick says decision was "body blow" after co-founding band. Nick Simper has described his unceremonious 1969 sacking from Deep Purple as a "body blow" – and insists later lineups have diluted the impact of the band's original sound.
Mar 16, 2022 · Crucially, Purple’s Hammond player Jon Lord and original bass player Nick Simper had shared a bill with Vanilla Fudge, when both were part of the live set-up for the Flower Pot Men. Fudge’s Mark Stein’s dynamic organ lines made a particular impression on Lord.
Nick Simper (bass & vocals) needs no introduction. His name is synonymous with one of the greatest rock bands ever, Deep Purple, of which he was a founder member. He first played professionally with Buddy Britten & the Regents, and then Johnny Kidd and The Pirates and his vintage bass playing is the bedrock of the band.
Nick Simper Interview from “Darker than Blue”, July 1983. Interviewed by Simon Robinson. (This starts with Simper recounting how Deep Purple were formed. Simper talks about his band at the time, The Flowerpot Men, and an organist who worked for them.)
Feb 20, 2015 · Here’s how it works. Features. Classic Rock. The Real Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame: Nick Simper. By Geoff Barton. ( Classic Rock ) published 20 February 2015. Purple’s first bottom end gets his time in the spotlight again. On April 18, Lou Reed, Green Day, Ringo Starr, Joan Jett and others will be inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame ...
Nick Simper early bassist for Deep Purple Interviewed by Jason Saulnier on July 10, 2012.Nick Simper talks about the current music industry, Shades of Deep P...
Explore Nick Simper's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. Learn all about Nick Simper on AllMusic.
