
Acting
Jon Lord
Born — Died
1941-06-09 — 2012-07-16
Place of birth
Leicester, Leicestershire, England, UK
Known for
Acting
Credits
46 titles
John Douglas Lord (9 June 1941 – 16 July 2012) was an English keyboardist and composer. In 1968, Lord co-founded the hard rock band Deep Purple, and he became regarded as its leader in the early years. Lord performed on most of the band's most popular songs; he and drummer Ian Paice were the only continuous presence in the band between 1968 and 1976, and also from when it was re-established in 1984, until Lord's retirement in 2002. He also spent time in the bands Whitesnake, Paice Ashton Lord, the Artwoods, the Flower Pot Men and Santa Barbara Machine Head. Lord became known for his pioneering work in fusing rock with classical or baroque forms, especially with Deep Purple. His distinctive …
Known for
7.8An annual award ceremony presented by MTV to honor the best in the music video medium.
MTV Video Music Awards
1984
7.7A documentary series about pop and rock albums that are considered the best or most distinctive of a well-known band or musician or that exemplify a stage in the history of music.
Classic Albums
1997
No synopsis available yet.
4-3-2-1 Hot and Sweet
1966
6.1The British governor of a tiny island nation in the Caribbean Commonwealth finds his idyllic existence thrown into chaos when an American drilling company finds a huge source of natural mineral water there.
Water
1985
NROne of the founding members of the hard rock movement, Deep Purple rose to worldwide fame with monster hits like "Hush" and "Smoke on the Water." The group's legions of fans travel far and wide to attend their live events that feature screaming guitar riffs, screeching vocals, brilliant keyboards, dynamic drumming, and amusing stage antics, all translating into a signature Purple show and a remarkable concert experience.
Deep Purple: Perihelion - Live in Florida
2002
10.0Made in Japan was recorded live over three nights during 15–17 August 1972 at Festival Hall, Osaka and at Budokan, Tokyo, Japan. Four of the tracks come from the album Machine Head which had been released earlier that year. The album was at first seen as somewhat unimportant by the band members, and only Roger Glover and Ian Paice showed up to mix it. The release in the US was delayed, until April 1973, because Warner Bros. wanted to release Who Do We Think We Are first. The three concerts recorded were later released as Live in Japan 3-CD box set (1993). According to the liner notes for that set, unlike many live albums, there are no overdubs or studio additions to the original album.
Deep Purple: Made In Japan
1972
Film credits
2010s · 12 titles
6.5A history and tribute to British Jim Marshall's amplifiers, which since then became the standard of rock'n'roll amplifiers ever since.
Play It Loud: The Story of Marshall
2014
NRThe Sunflower Superjam 2012 was a once-in-a-lifetime event that you can now experience with the release of the DVD, due on September 16. On stage together for the only time, you can watch Alice Cooper, Brian May (QUEEN), Bruce Dickinson (IRON MAIDEN), John Paul Jones (LED ZEPPELIN), Ian Paice (DEEP PURPLE), Mark King, Alfie Boe and a host of other exceptional musicians "jam" at the Royal Albert Hall, making the iconic London venue rock like never before. Plus, enjoy the Sunflower Superjam 2011 on the bonus disc with performances from DEEP PURPLE, Rick Wakeman, Joe Bonamassa, Newton Faulkner and including the last live performance from the legendary Jon Lord (DEEP PURPLE). Produced by The Sunflower Jam charity, all monies raised will go directly to supporting the research and application of holistic and non-toxic treatments for children and young adults suffering from cancer.
The Sunflower Superjam 2012
2013
NRA fascinating in-depth documentary covering Deep Purple IV. Includes interviews with Jon Lord, Ian Paice, David Coverdale and Glenn Hughes.
Gettin' Tighter: The Story of Mark IV Deep Purple
2011
7.1Nigel Planer narrates a documentary which traces the origins and development of British heavy metal from its humble beginnings in the industrialised Midlands to its proud international triumph. Contributors include Lemmy, Sabbath's Tony Iommi, Ian Gillan from Deep Purple, Judas Priest singer Rob Halford, Bruce Dickinson from Iron Maiden and Saxon's Biff Byford.
Heavy Metal Britannia
2010
7.4Deep Purple is one of the most influential and important guitar bands in history, one of the godfathers of the heavy metal genre, with over 100 million album sales worldwide to their name. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Deep Purple's groundbreaking double live album Made in Japan, this documentary explores these recordings and Deep Purple Mark 2, the line-up between 1969 and 1973.
Made in Japan: The Rise of Deep Purple Mk II
2014
NRJon Lord always wanted a studio recording of the concerto. He finalized his very last mission - the first and only studio recording of the famous Concerto For Group And Orchestra. Lord assembled guest musicians such as Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson, Joe Bonamassa and Steve Morse in the Abbey Road Studios, to work with his trusted partner, director Paul Mann, on the 2012 version of the legendary concert. The studio recording of Concerto For Group And Orchestra will now become Jon Lord's legacy for generations to come. Jon passes from darkness to light says the sober announcement from his family.
Jon Lord: Concerto for Group & Orchestra
2013
8.0An early Whitesnake concert, filmed at the Capital Center, Maryland on October 5, 1980 The show was released officially for the first time (on DVD) on 2nd November 2011 as part of the "Box 'O' Snakes" collection.
Whitesnake: Live in Landover 1980
2011
NRThis documentary examines the period of Deep Purple's career when Ian Gillan and Roger Glover left the band, but the group forged ahead by hiring David Coverdale. Included is a wealth of live footage from the mid and late seventies, as well as a detailed explanation of how the band finally sputtered to an end due to a drug overdose.
Deep Purple: Phoenix Rising
2011
7.4Filmed in Melbourne, Australia in 1984, this concert video is the only full length concert film of the band at this time. A stunning concert with the band in incendiary form, the setlist mixes then new tracks from the 'Perfect Strangers' album with favorites from the early seventies culminating in the brilliant 'Smoke On The Water' finale.
Deep Purple - Perfect Strangers Live
2013
NRPROMO VIDEOS: 1. Come On 2. Ain’t No Love In The Heart Of The City 3. Bloody Mary 4. Steal Away 5. Day Tripper 6. Long Way From Home 7. Fool For Your Loving 8. Don’t Break My Heart Again 9. Would I Lie To You 10. Here I Go Again (1982) BBC: OLD GREY WHISTLE TEST 11. Lie Down (A Modern Love Song) 12. Trouble BBC: TOP OF THE POPS 13. Bloody Mary 14. Here I Go Again LIVE AT THE CAPITAL CENTRE, WASHINGTON, USA 1980 15. Come On 16. Sweet Talker 17. Walking In The Shadow Of The Blues 18. Ain’t Gonna Cry No More 19. Love Hunter 20. Belgian Tom’s Hat Trick 21. Ain’t No Love In The Heart Of The City 22. Fool For Your Loving
Whitesnake: Box 'O' Snakes
2011
NRDeepest Purple: The Very Best of Deep Purple is a compilation album by the British hard rock band Deep Purple, released in 1980. It features the original hits of Deep Purple before their 1984 reunion. Aided by a TV advertising campaign it would become Purple's third UK #1 album. It was at one point the longest album ever released as a single LP, but it was overtaken by Def Leppard's Hysteria album in 1987. This also marked the debut of "Demon's Eye" for the North American release, where it was replaced by "Strange Kind of Woman" on Fireball. The film, released on DVD with the 30th anniversary edition, features track by track Jon Lord interviews.
Deep Purple - Deepest Purple
2010
8.0In April 1999 Deep Purple made their triumphant return to Australia after a prolonged absence. This DVD includes the full show from Melbourne Park as well as bonus footage, interviews, extras and more.
Deep Purple: Total Abandon
2011
2000s · 18 titles
NROne of the founding members of the hard rock movement, Deep Purple rose to worldwide fame with monster hits like "Hush" and "Smoke on the Water." The group's legions of fans travel far and wide to attend their live events that feature screaming guitar riffs, screeching vocals, brilliant keyboards, dynamic drumming, and amusing stage antics, all translating into a signature Purple show and a remarkable concert experience.
Deep Purple: Perihelion - Live in Florida
2002
7.8This collection contains rare and previously unreleased live performances, TV shows appearances & studio sessions footage from 1968 to 1976-era Deep Purple. Also includes a documentary and Interviews with band members.
Deep Purple - History, Hits & Highlights '68-'76
2009
NRIn January 2007 a fantastic line-up of guests gathered at the Roundhouse in London to pay tribute to the late Jim Capaldi of Traffic and to raise money for his children's charity The Landmark Trust. Old friends such as Yusuf Islam (aka Cat Stevens), Pete Townshend of The Who, Joe Walsh of The Eagles, Jon Lord of Deep Purple, Gary Moore, Dennis Locorriere of Dr Hook and of course his Traffic colleague Steve Winwood, were joined by younger admirers such as Paul Weller and The Storys to perform their favourite Traffic and Jim Capaldi tracks in front of a sell out audience. The evening was hosted by broadcasting legend "Whispering" Bob Harris.
Dear Mr. Fantasy - A Celebration for Jim Capaldi
2007
10.0The best moments of live concerts between 1970 and 1972 were recorded by German TV and are on this DVD. Big names in unforgettable performances such as the Nazareth acoustic and the performance of B. J. Wilson, the drummer of Procol Harum. An unmissable show with Alice Cooper's stage performances and lots of excitement with Santana and Jethro Tull.
The Best of Musikladen: Vol. One
2001
6.4Deep Purple in 1972 were reaching the height of their success, with hit singles and albums worldwide. Into this heady atmosphere they delivered one of the most famous rock albums of all time, 'Machine Head'.
Deep Purple: Live in concert 72/73
2005
8.4Deep Purple in Concert with the London Symphony Orchestra Conducted by Paul Mann. Recorded at the Royal Albert Hall London 25th & 26th September 1999.
Deep Purple: In Concert with The London Symphony Orchestra
2000
8.0This is a superb collection of live, studio work and videos and a must for anyone who likes rock music. Actually music full stop. Because this is a band of probably the best musicians you will ever hear. So what you get here is simply an amazing collection of excellent music from concerts all over the world as well as some videos from the time. Here you have the cheesy Knocking At Your Back Door and Bad Attitude to smokin live footage of Black Night (84) and Space truckin (85). While the dvd is mainly split evenly between the Blackmore years and Morse years, both are equally outstanding.
Deep Purple: New, Live & Rare - The Video Collection 1984-2000
2000
6.2This musical biography tells the story of the making of Deep Purple's classic album "Machine Head. Exclusive interviews with Ritchie Blackmore, Ian Gillan, Roger Glover, John Lord and Ian Paice take us through a track by track making of the album. The performers demonstrate riffs & licks from the songs and explain the genesis of the songwriting. Also included are featured songs, archive footage of Deep Purple in concert, including American footage of "Smoke on the Water" and "Space Truckin'", TV performances and promotional videos, more.
Classic Albums: Deep Purple - Machine Head
2002
NR1. Fireball 2. Woman From Tokyo 3. Mary Long 4. Ted The Mecanic 5. Lazy 6. The Well Dressed Guitar 7. When A Blind Man Cies 8. Space Truckin' 9. Keyboard Solo 10. Perfect Strangers 11. Speed King 12. Guitar Solo 13. Smoke On The Water 14. Hush 15. Black Night 16. Highway Star You'll have a front-row seat as British hard rockers Deep Purple tear through some of their biggest hits in this 2002 performance recorded at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, England.
Deep Purple: Live at the NEC
2002
7.9Deep Purple. Live At The Sunrise Theatre, Miami, Florida, June 5th 2001
Deep Purple: Perihelion
2002
1.0No synopsis available yet.
Deep Purple: Rock Review 1969-1972
2004
7.8Live at Montreux 1996 is a live DVD by British hard rock band Deep Purple, recorded in 1996 and released in 2006. The CD and DVD release features live performances from Montreux in 1996 and 2000.
Deep Purple: Live at Montreux 1996
2006
NRKeyboard Wizards – The Ultimate Anthology is the first collection to truly celebrate the greatest keyboard players in rock history. Too often the spotlight has shone on the guitar heroes, leaving the keyboard masters in the shadows. This anthology redresses the balance, showcasing the virtuosity, power, and genius of musicians whose outstanding technical and artistic ability shaped the sound of progressive and classic rock. Featuring unforgettable performances from legends including Keith Emerson, Jon Lord, Rick Wakeman, Geoff Downes, David Sinclair, Karl Jenkins, Thijs Van Leer, Ken Hensley, and Vincent Crane, this anthology brings their artistry to the forefront. Also included is The Next Generation of Keyboard Wizards, with contributions from Iain Jennings (Mostly Autumn) and Jonathan Edwards (Karnataka). Digitally remastered for 5.1 surround sound, this two-hour program gives these maestros of the keys the collective bow they so richly deserve.
Keyboard Wizards - The Ultimate Anthology
2003
7.0As vocalist for Deep Purple and Black Sabbath and the title performer on Andrew Lloyd Webber's original "Jesus Christ Superstar" album, Ian Gillan has lived a life in rock. Explore his career with exclusive concert footage and interviews with music luminaries ranging from Joe Satriani to Luciano Pavarotti. Also included are concert highlights that span Gillan's career and rarely seen television appearances.
Highway Star: Journey In Rock
2007
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Deep Purple In Rock
2008
No synopsis available yet.
Deep Purple special
2000
8.0Deep Purple's Jon Lord performs live at The Basement in Sydney in this exclusive concert alongside The Hoochie Coochie Men (Bob Daisley - bass, Tim Gaze - guitar and vocals, Rob Grosser - drums, Jim Conway - harmonica). Special Guest: Jimmy Barnes.
Jon Lord with The Hoochie Coochie Men: Live at The Basement
2003
8.0Beyond The Notes Live is a live performance of Jon Lord and band, recorded on 5 October 2004 at the Vulkanhalle (Cologne, Germany). Amongst others the following artists participated: Frida, Sam Brown, Miller Anderson and the Trondheim Solists. The concert is released on DVD by EMI during the fall of 2004.
Jon Lord - Beyond The Notes Live
2004
1990s · 4 titles
6.6Rock legend Deep Purple recorded live at the Birmingham NEC, UK on November 9, 1993. Five members from the band's most famous line up play their hits during their 25th anniversary world tour. Note that Ritchie Blackmore dropped out soon after this particular concert. And the set list was: 1) Highway Star, 2) Black Night, 3) Talk About Love, 4) Twist In The Tale, 5) Perfect Strangers, 6) Beethoven, 7) Knocking At Your Back Door, 8) Anyone's Daughter, 9) Child In Time, 10) Anya, 11) The Battle Rages On, 12) Lazy, 13) Space Truckin', 14) Woman From Tokyo, 15) Paint It, Black, 16) Smoke On The Water.
Deep Purple: Come Hell or High Water
1993
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Deep Purple: Knocking In Saarbrücken
1994
Wind in the Willows is a rock musical based on the legendary children's novel by Kenneth Grahame. Eddie Hardin (Spencer Davis Group) adapted the classic novel and, together with Zak Starkey (Ringo Starr's son!) co-wrote a breath-taking stage project! A first-class cast - with world-renowned musicians like Jon Lord (Deep Purple), Donovan, Ray Fenwick (Ian Gillan Band), Maggie Bell (Stone the Crows, Alex Harvey), Tony Ashton (Roger Chapman), and Don Airey (Ozzy Osbourne, Judas Priest) - makes this stage performance a perfect enjoyment!
The Wind in the Willows
1991
5.2Witness the history of the legendary band, their friends, and their fans in an hour long program of live archival performances, in-depth interviews and behind the scenes footage.
Deep Purple: Heavy Metal Pioneers
1991
1980s · 3 titles
6.1The British governor of a tiny island nation in the Caribbean Commonwealth finds his idyllic existence thrown into chaos when an American drilling company finds a huge source of natural mineral water there.
Water
1985
10.0A 5 song concert filmed at Budokan Hall on December 15th, 1975.
Deep Purple: Rises Over Japan
1985
8.2British rock legends Whitesnake, recorded live at the Monsters Of Rock Festival, Donington Park on August 20th 1983. Featuring: Walking In The Shadow Of The Blues, Rough N`Ready, Ready An` Willing, Guilty Of Love, Here I Go Again, Love Hunter, Mistreated, Soldier Of Fortune, Ain`t No Love In The Heart Of The City, Fool For Your Loving
Whitesnake: Live At Donington 1983
1983
1970s · 5 titles
10.0Made in Japan was recorded live over three nights during 15–17 August 1972 at Festival Hall, Osaka and at Budokan, Tokyo, Japan. Four of the tracks come from the album Machine Head which had been released earlier that year. The album was at first seen as somewhat unimportant by the band members, and only Roger Glover and Ian Paice showed up to mix it. The release in the US was delayed, until April 1973, because Warner Bros. wanted to release Who Do We Think We Are first. The three concerts recorded were later released as Live in Japan 3-CD box set (1993). According to the liner notes for that set, unlike many live albums, there are no overdubs or studio additions to the original album.
Deep Purple: Made In Japan
1972
8.01. Intro 2. First Movement: Moderato - Allegro 3. Second Movement: Andante 4. Third Movement: Vivace - Presto Recorded on September 24th, 1969 at London's Royal Albert Hall, Jon Lord's Concerto for Group and Orchestra really was a meeting of two different worlds.
Deep Purple: Concerto for Group and Orchestra
1970
8.5Caught here at their performing peak, Deep Purple were five virituoso rockers combining to form a legend - improvising, jamming, creating a unique sound that will live forever. This ain't just metal ... it's precious metal! Live Set filmed at Granada T.V. Studios, Manchester, England, Friday, August 21st, 1970.
Deep Purple – Doing Their Thing
1970
7.2Live performance from British rock band Deep Purple recorded at the California Jam festival at the Ontario Motor Speedway in April 1974. Playing to a crowd of over 200,000 people, the band perform hits including 'Smoke On the Water', 'Might Just Take Your Life' and 'Burn'.
Deep Purple - California Jam 1974
1974
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Deep Purple in Montreux
1971
Undated · 1 titles
Series credits
7.8An annual award ceremony presented by MTV to honor the best in the music video medium.
MTV Video Music Awards
1984
7.7A documentary series about pop and rock albums that are considered the best or most distinctive of a well-known band or musician or that exemplify a stage in the history of music.
Classic Albums
1997
No synopsis available yet.
4-3-2-1 Hot and Sweet
1966

