Ian Paice Drumtribe 'JON LORD'

Ian Tells the story of meeting Jon Lord for the first time ,his experience of the Concerto for Group and Orchestra. And the Personal effect of Losing Jon Lord.

[@KellyP56]

Ian Paice is the drummer that every band has been looking for...simply, the best!

[@ericvanounou]

Dearest Ian Paice, these tears in your eyes when you speak of the giant legendary maestro and wonderful wonderful man - Jon Lord, these tears are shared by so many people. till this day i cannot watch or listen to Jon Lord without feeling deep sorrow.

[@mackydog99]

I remember seeing Deep Purple twice in the 70's and the first time it was nut to butt in the Long Beach Arena, LA, and I was no more than 25 to 30 ft from this man who was just having his way with the Hammond,just rocking this monstrous organ up and down along with a synthesizer, slamming it to the floor on the way down and the music was just amazing. Blackmore, Lord, Gillan, Glover, and Paice.

[@kellyklingbeil5802]

I had the great honor of meeting Mr. Lord after a concert backstage. Though he was tired he took time to make sure my questions were answered and his autograph was added to my "Purpendicular Tour" T-shirt with all the other band members. It's behind glass in a shadow box, cherished and proudly displayed in my studio.Those great memories flow to this day, when I pause to tell the tale of that meeting with others. Thank you Jon!

[@nolslifegren]

Every time we play the music he lives ...

[@angelostropios]

The last ten seconds of this video are the essence of it all!!!

[@jayjaytee9944]

Thank you Ian for sharing your memories of your friend Jon. I'm sure I speak for everyone when I say we the fans loved Jon dearly and we all miss him too.

[@mrbr4587]

Dear Mr. Paice, I had the honor of seeing you here in Brazil, twice. You and your friend, Grand Maestro Jon Lord. After he left, I never went to a Deep Purple concert again. Sorry, but I can't look at your stage without seeing that English Lord in the pure sense of the word.

[@D-C.]

Pure friendship ! One true gent speaking so fondly of another true gent. I saw DP play in Manchester just a few weeks ago, and they still dedicate a small part of the show to Jon. Never to be forgotten, always to be missed, respected and loved by so many.

[@ScottWRiley]

I’ve always seen Jon as the glue that held everything and everyone together. Such a fantastic player and human being. Cheers 🍻

[@howardjohnston6112]

As a guitarist / bassist who was into blues rock in the 1970s; I was never much interested in keyboards music or keyboards players - all EXCEPT FOR JON LORD. His playing was magnificent and demanded your attention. From subtle to powerful, and with his classical background, what a range he could draw upon. His solos were as exciting as Ritchie's, and I loved the way Purple's music came to accommodate both guitar and keyboard flourishes, harmony parts, and individual solos. That band had two prominent lead instruments. And as much as I loved the guitar riffs etc., it was probably the keyboards that made Deep Purple stand out amongst their peers. Lord had such obvious intelligence, grace, style and wit in his playing. His far too early passing remains a tragic loss.

[@bchuntfish]

Thank you Ian. Jon Lord was the greatest rock keyboardist ever in my opinion. He was a master and his ability to go from hardest rock to symphony scores still amazes me to this day. I cried when I found out he died, and he's the only person in music that had that affect on me. RIP Jon, we miss you terribly.

[@MartinRuferOfficial]

Jon taught me so much as a musician. And so did you, mr. Paice. One big thank you!

[@ovaisnaqvi1965]

Jon Lord was easily talented enough to sit in a keyboard role in any genre, from jazz/rock, to soul/RnB, to prog, to blues-based heavy rock. Amazing player, he was like a masterchef who could make any musical recipe taste like something totally memorable - and make you want to come back to it.

[@paulofreire7520]

We dearly miss him too, Ian. Thanks for sharing the memories. 🙏🏻👍🏻

[@davidellis2021]

I went to school with Jon's wonderful daughter Sara. I never told her I was a big Deep Purple fan - that wouldn't have been cool! Such a shame he died, he was making some wonderful music. He was one of those great musicians who influence so many other musicians but still no one sounds quite like him. Like you yourself Ian.

[@danielfisch389]

Jon Lord - a great man in every aspect. He will never be forgotten.

[@aliblackmore]

I met Jon Lord once and Ian Paice twice. Such gentlemen, beautiful human beings with beautiful hearts. I was not only very happy to meet my heroes but I remember being a kid and thinking how these rock idols could be such polite and humble. I remember two specific things about Jon Lord, meeting him as a kid: Not being a native English speaker I had thought that he really looked and acted like a lord :), and how he attentively listened and answered everything. He will never be forgotten.

[@mackydog99]

I only wish that I had had the opportunity to meet with these gentlemen back in the day. Would have been a real treat. Love Deep Purple so much. Jon Lord, I miss. RIP

[@carlhaydock1787]

There's a clip on KZbin of Ritchie playing "carry on Jon" live and you can see the tears running down Ritchie's face. Jon was loved by everyone

[@timsears951]

Jon Lord was loved by everyone ...even Ritchie Blackmore ..

[@ovaisnaqvi1965]

What an emotional tribute. Jon Lord was a magical person as well as a magical player. He is certainly the greatest Hammond player in the genre; played well, it’s an imaginarium of an instrument and he mastered every facet of what it could add to rock music. On a human level, more fans miss him than they miss nearly anyone else who has left us in the rock world.

[@emjem99]

When Jon Lord left Deep Purple I bawled. When Jon Lord released Pictured Within I rejoiced in the knowledge that he had indeed made the right decision and produced something quite wonderful. When Jon Lord died I bawled. He was one of a small number of musicians that have been a part of my journey from the time I started listening, and I miss him still.

[@mackydog99]

This stuff still makes me cry.

[@jannesoderholm]

Thank you for sharing your memories. Jon Lord. Always missed never forgotten.

[@4x4.tests.on.rollers]

Thank you for these great words Ian, thank you.

[@ME-wh5pf]

So great to hear Ian talking about is old friend like this. Mr Paice you are a Gentleman. Thanks for everything.

[@johnjonson7815]

"Deep Purple in Rock", a present (I was 13 y), the first time I heard this extraordinary Hammond sound and this fantastic symbiosis of classical music and blues/rock (i had classical piano lessons ). Jon shaped generations of rock keyboardists. I miss him!

[@Nordicroo]

Jon Lord remains Pictured Within. A musical giant and such a great human being. RIP

[@petetromp7802]

I remember the day I heard about his passing... It haunted me for 2 weeks, I never met him, but through his music he spoke to millions...

[@robsas6610]

Jon is a massive loss to music, his fans and clearly to you.. I cried all day when I heard the news... Sadly we are slowly losing a generation of fantastic musicians, the likes of which we'll never see again.

[@robwalton2276]

Mr Paice. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. It greatly appreciated. We all miss him dearly but you knew him better than most. You were brothers, maybe not by blood but in every other way.

[@MattCDrummer]

I miss Jon. He was with me all the way through my childhood and into adulthood, though he never knew it. He gave me so much. Love you Jon. Thank you.

[@seabud6408]

Exactly how I feel.

[@anatar1166]

Thank you so much for these warm words about your friend, Ian. If you read the comments on all Deep Purple, PAL and Whitesnake videos everywhere on the net, it's not difficult to understand that the whole rock music world still misses such a brilliant keyboard player, as Jon Lord was, to this very day. A musician and key expert by the Grace of God.

[@cristiancornejo]

Im a hammond organ player, and all i know about the instrument is because of Jon. He inspired me since i was little, I've seen him a few times playing with purple.. and I've never had the opportunity to talk to him.. meet you... After he passed away.. maybe a month after I went to the cemetery to pay my respect. The first words i said to him.. was Thanks, maestro.

[@cristiancornejo]

@@AlbertEinsteinSpock It was a C3 .. with tons of modifications.

[@TheStratman62]

Thank you for posting this Deep Purple has been my favorite band since 1973 im very glad I seen JON Lord 5 times To me he was the best he is greatly missed . I was very upset to hear of his passing .There will never be another JON LORD .

[@gmac6503]

I could listen to Ian for hours on end. A great man!

[@pauljardine1978]

What a tribute!!! Your emotions just say everything.

[@b.murenthaler]

Jon Lord was simply the Best !

[@galberts]

You can feel the deep friendship with Jon. As a Deep Purple and Jon Lord fan, Jon felt like a close friend to us too, somehow.

[@seabud6408]

What a great tribute to Jon, Ian. I’m in tears. Being a fan, like many here, for 50 or more years, I feel I “know” the band as people, as much as musicians. Remember playing the Gemini Suite album to my school music class. Saw the band live for the first time aged 14 in 1972. Being hit by lightning must come close 😀 Jon’s beautiful solo album Pictured within (dedicated to his deceased parents) helped me through my own mother’s death. Finally a year before he passed, Jon coached music students in Edinburgh prior to them performing his Concerto for Group and Orchestra together. So great to see him passing on his wonderful music to young people, in person. It brought the house down and received two 5 ⭐️ reviews in the national press. No one could or can play a Hammond like Jon. He had a magical talent and his soul came through every note. So missed.

[@lucasnieri4318]

Dear Ian Paice, thank you for sharing your feelings and stories. Is comforting to hear how you and Jon met and were friends for so many years, playing together in so many concerts and recordings. What a great friendship!

[@stefan_hauk]

Lovely tribute. Jon inspired so many, and everybody I know who came across him speaks of him so highly. He was universally loved, RIP.

[@abacab1]

Thank you, Ian... The true friendship is beautiful... How many hotel rooms, how many gigs, how many recording sessions? Uncountable ones... Only who lost a friend under these conditions may experience this kinda feeling...

[@FG-fk6jb]

Those tears in your eyes tell much more, than any words could ever do.

[@piotrcienciala2418]

I saw John in 2000 performing in Katowice, Poland. I was a teenager then but remember him very well. I never thought I would never get the chance to see him on stage again! His music changed me in a way.

[@drummerhammar]

Great stories Ian, thanx for sharing! R.i.p. Jon, he is sadly missed.....

[@GC-um1ul]

First of all Ian , thanks for sharing this with us ,. Remember that most of us grew up which Deep Purple as our number one band ... debating for years with other friends that each one of you ( DP members ) were better than any other groups .... we loved you guys ... we did ... it hurt us when Jon passed away, ... it did ... we got happy and we got sad with everything that happened to Deep Purple . This video , is one of my favorites because it is personal , from your heart to ours, I’m 61 years old , and always like many of these followers always a true fan . Blessings Ian and thanks for sharing “ my friend “.

[@euanelliott3613]

Jon and Ian were best friends, and were together in Deep Purple from Hush in 1968 through to Come Taste The Band with the late Tommy Bolin. Paice, Ashton, Lord followed before Whitesnake, and then Purple again with Ritchie, Roger and Ian Gillan. Jon was a proud Englishman who composed both rock and classical music, and gave wonderful accounts of his adventures in music over the years. The Concerto For Group And Orchestra is a masterpiece. RIP Jonathan Douglas Lord. Thank you for the music.

[@russellchadwick7274]

What an emotional tribute. Thank you, Ian!

[@MattCDrummer]

A wonderful tribute, Ian. Thank you for posting something we can all share with you.

[@Rob-Bee]

“The drummer can't read a note”haha. Never mattered anyway. Ian reflecting about Jon...beautiful. Thanks for this Ian, very much appreciated.

[@eastonn.9779]

who are you to say that??

[@ronnienose8608]

I've a friend that got to work with Jon on a number of occasions, and he said that Jon was not only the best musician he'd ever worked with, he was also a wonderfully warm human being. In all my years I have never heard anyone say a bad word about Jon Lord, that speaks volumes about his character and his innate decency. I think about him a great deal, and like everyone here I miss him.

[@RobinsBookClub]

Thanks for sharing about your great friend. I will always be thankful to have been at the Royal Albert Hall for his tribute evening and feel all the love that people had for the man and his music.

[@michaelburrows5304]

Thanks Ian for that lovely tribute to Jon, who was obviously a lovely man. I’ve been a big fan of Jon’s and in all interviews I’ve heard with people that knew him, not a bad word has been spoken about him. Clearly he is greatly missed.

[@BeastieBas]

Bloody hell, hearing the tremble in Ian's voice and seeing his eyes getting all watery, made my eyes watery... Jon Lord is still to this day, THE best Hammond organ and keyboard player in Rock'n'roll. He inspired me to play Hammond, too. When I was 19, I played in a cover band and we played Smoke o.t. Water, Black Night and Highway Star. People from the earlier generation came up to me, and telling me they re-lived their old days. Jon Lord is and always will be my first hero in Rock'n'roll. 💜

[@tommylarsson2025]

I really love all about Jon Lord! He has that glimpse in his eyes and that kind of old fashion noble style in interviews. No prestige, just be there and answer the question. Class and the one and only Mr Hammond!

[@daveswallow8351]

So sad! Jon brought so much to me through my life with the wonderful music he created! RIP Jon, never forgotten!

[@petermedhurst6089]

What a wonderful tribute, I was fortunate enough to see Jon’s last gig with Purple

[@FVD]

My mother passed away exactly on the 7th anniversary of Jon's unfortunate passing... 😔 Thank you for your reflections, Ian. Brought a tear to my eye too. Don't know how people can dislike this video too, btw, heartless fools! Jon Lord - Gentleman of Rock 'n' Roll. Never forgotten!

[@deepzepp4176]

Jon Lord’s intro to Child in Time (In Rock, but especially Made in Japan). Still gives me chills to this day.

[@johnmarshall3903]

Me too, simply the best live rock album of all time.

[@gaffersteve]

I’m 51 Grew up listening to Deep Purple , my dad had their records and I can’t remember a time when I didn’t know their music , Especially Made in Japan and the concerto, and still listen to it now. When people I know of but don’t know personally pass away I’m not one to get too emotional , sad yes , but different when Jon Lord passed away , really felt upset when I heard, his sound and music had always been part of my life. He Always came across in interviews as such a pleasant decent intelligent guy, and what an incredible musician. Glad too that i was able to see them perform when mk 2 reformed in the 80’s and JL when he was with Whitesnake.

[@jameslewis2635]

Jon Lord sounds like he was a great person to know. I have only seen a few interviews of him but he always came across as a real gentleman. The intro to this video also showed that he had a sense of humour (and liked to photo bomb on occasion). I still think that the sound he got out of the hammond organ is still one of the signature sounds of rock music.

[@MrFchank]

" I miss my buddy alot",literally brought tears to my eyes.

[@guillaumechabason9606]

His work on Fender Rhodes on the Stormbringer album is also a superb moment His solo on Hold on is wonderful

[@seabud6408]

Yes, magical!

[@buddyandian]

Very émotional words from his brother in law ! Respect

[@buddyandian]

rep toob Jon was married with Vicky and Ian with Jacky

[@valparaiso7169]

@@buddyandian And they are twins !

[@buddyandian]

@@valparaiso7169 yes !

[@alanvaughan2937]

What a lovely human being ..no wonder this band did so well ....RIP John Lord

[@bungalo50]

I didn't expect to be bawling in tears this morning. RIP Jon

[@miikasuominen3845]

Loved (and still do) his playing. He brought much to Purple and the whole music world. Don't know, what else to say... I wish he would still be around...

[@wkmclennan161]

So Heartfelt, Ian. No doubt Jon is looking down with love & a big smile, every time you all play on stage & in the studio. If there is a guardian angel for Deep Purple & his cherished friends & bandmates, it is Jon Douglas Lord.

[@rexwave4624]

WK McLennan , the first time I saw the band was January 1972 at the Montreal Forum. Go Habs!

[@walterevans2118]

Jon was a brilliant innovative musician. His Hammond organ though a blazing Marshall was a turning point for Keyboards in Rock music. A few days ago I viewed the ‘Gillan cam’ footage on the dvd Highway Star , a Journey in Rock…In the footage Jon was just SO funny…..Jon was a Peacemaker….Jon was a true ENGLISH GENTLEMAN. We miss him so much…We will ALL remember great things about him…And we will put all of them together to SUMMON HIM UP in our lives. And always remember THIS Paicey….’Death is not ultimate because only LOVE is ultimate.’

[@nolslifegren]

My favourite drummer talking about my favourite hammond player ❤️

[@guillermo3564]

In my long life as a rock and roll fan, I've met so many people who would tell me that the organ doesn't fit into R&R music. Tbh, most of them were 10-20 years younger and started their musical journey in the 80's or early 90's. I would proceed with a lesson on Mr. Lord and after Lazy, Rat Bat Blue, What's Going on Here, Burn and various other DP and Whitesnake tunes, I was able to change many a peoples minds. I'm fortunate to have seen Purple in the 70's and even luckier still to be able to remember it after over 40 years. They broke the mold after they made Jon Lord and every keyboard player in the last 50 years knows that. May he never be forgotten and forever rest in peace.

[@jazzyboy7784]

Don't forget to throw in some " Boston" as well...another great band that uses keyboards...

[@CB-xr1eg]

@@jazzyboy7784 He's talking about Jon Lord, not Boston ffs...

[@jazzyboy7784]

@@CB-xr1eg ...I know...but he was talking about convincing others that the organ matters in music and that he could ALSO use Boston as an example along with DP in convincing others that the organ matters...

[@AlbertEinsteinSpock]

@@jazzyboy7784 Amazing that Clive couldn't understand that simple concept.

[@hugolafhugolaf]

Lazy is a masterpiece.

[@MrDrullen]

Never get tired of listening to Ian.

[@billyhughes8651]

Wow that is so moving Nobody could replace Mr. Lord in purple... Thank you Mr Paice for this tribute

[@MinorCirrus]

I have a hard time thinking of one musician I admire more than Jon Lord. He truly, possibly, was the very best.

[@jayrousselle8636]

Thank you Mr Paice for that great tribute to Mr Lord! A genius in his field! RIP Mr Lord

[@Khatru39]

Thank you for sharing your fabulous memories of a wonderful man.

[@ABandOn81]

We all miss Jon Lord, but his memory and his music will last forever. Thank you Ian.

[@peterx1957]

Thanks Ian, for your special tribute to Jon Lord. I suspect that you miss him much more than you're letting on. He was an old mate, not just a band colleague. You were both there at the start of DP and were the foundation through all the lineup changes. Jon always came through in interviews as an articulate, humorous gentleman. He was an immensely talented keyboards player and his work is his legacy. Ian, please keep sharing your Jon stories with us. Losing an old, longterm mate is heartbreaking to be sure, but your wonderful memories may help reduce the pain a bit. Take care of yourself kind sir. 😎

[@Mudge07]

By bringing a smile to our faces and a tear to our eye, you’re keeping those cherished memories alive and respect for the life and talents of the extremely gifted, gentle man, Jon Lord. Many thanks Ian.

[@PaulHurleyGuitar]

Thank you for this video. Love his playing and the good thing thing is when you play Deep Purple's music he's still right there :-)

[@samueljanderson]

Ian, Jon was Deep Purple. I can tell that each time you guys go on stage that he's always there! He's simply on your minds and what a wonderful way to communicate with him even today. We miss him, too!

[@Eurynomea]

My heart melted and my tears flowed. Such obvious love ❤️

[@ronricherson6685]

Jon was my first and almost only inspiration. I played keys in band that could have been an early tribute to DP. We all loved playing Highway Star (and were the only band in the region bold enough to try it). I had the Hammond and custom Leslie that beautifully distorted. Learning all his parts was no small feat. NO ONE played keyboards like that and no has since. What a cool and classy guy. RIP in Jon

[@2007Tarkus]

You can see in Ians eyes and in his voice that he misses Jon so very much, keep going mate

[@Scorpion-rp5sx]

Because of Jon Lord I began to play the piano and organ. He was my favorite musician! Thank you for this wonderful video.

[@6onxza]

Thanks for sharing you're memories, Ian. It is much appreciated. We all miss Jon, he was a wonderful musician and an even better person. May he rest in peace. All the best to you, greetings from Argentina.

[@docholliday7548]

As a lil' shaver I discovered rock N roll with Deep Purple Machine Head back in the 70s and have followed and enjoyed the band all these years. My regret is never to have seen them live. What a privilege to hear your most excellent tribute to Mr. Lord. Thank you for sharing this with your fans.

[@petelewis6920]

Thank you Mr Paice.

[@alaneberle]

Thank you Ian, as a huge fan, from the start of Purple. Your Tribute to Jon really did bring a tear to my eye. 'Please' keep up the great videos. Cheers Mate.

[@ReneAlexisPenalozaMunoz]

Your words are very moving and endearing. Rest assured Mr. Lord it's now part of the immortal few that will be remembered for many years to come. Meanwhile we all love you and appreciate very much the time you are dedicating to make these videos that help us to go through these strange times.

[@HocusPocusFocus69]

Thank you for your wonderful insights. What a beautiful tribute to your friend! RIP Mr Lord!

[@slightleeguitarded8787]

Best keyboard player in a rock band ever in my book.

[@45cab]

You are one of living legend Ian Paice and you guys will be remembered one of the Best ever! Thank You

[@anastasiak4708]

Beautiful. Thank you, Ian.

[@ingvaeon582]

Beautiful stories here mr. Paice, thank you. He will always be A legend.

[@Tvrtko1995]

Having very short encounter through the Internet with Jon good 18 years ago and being lifelong fan, his death was the end of something deeply personal, I cannot explain. I cannot describe how I was blessed to live and encounter life and music of Jon Lord. I can just imagine how much he gave to the lives of the people around him. We all have wet eyes for Jon. May he rest in peace.

[@abxyz9346]

Wonderfully said Ian. May Jon Rest In Peace💐

[@thomassblaquelourde9298]

Thank you Ian that brought tears to my eyes , my BEST FRIEND Pete Castle I got a call from him and he said "I wanted you to hear it from me, Jon Lord passed away:" Pete passed away 4 years ago this month. I loved Jon Lord I love you too. I hope you how much all you mean to so many. Rock on Mt. PACE. I know how to spell sir

[@markpavey7984]

The further away Jon gets the closer his music brings him. I don’t read music, I don’t play an instrument but I love the emotion Jon brings me when I listen to him and his music through the years. Another toast to Jon.

[@chrislee1907]

Wonderful recollections, Ian. Thank you.

[@jeanveilleux1153]

I’ve being listening to DP since I’ve been 12 yrs old. Second song I recorded off am radio was Smoke on the Water. By the age of 15, I had all the albums to date. Not a small feat when you live 1200 km from the only record store that had them all. Recently, a young friend and I listened to Lazy, from MIJ. When he heard Jon Lord’s intro, he was hooked. Timeless, resilient, talented, professional and industrious. You all are now getting the recognition by young and old that many missed throughout the years. Tightest group I’ve ever listened to, not only because of talent but because of the desire to always perform at your peak for the public. Thx Mr. Paice for this real eyes and ears series of videos that bring to life memories that stirred my emotions and enthusiasm as a young listener.

[@seabud6408]

Well said. 😀

[@rick.ferris.666]

I was never a keyboard player or a pianist. I'm actually just a bass player, but when Jon passed away I cried so so much... I never spoke to him, and I never had direct contact with him except seeing him playing on stage or on videos or on my old Deep Purple, Whitesnake or his solo works LPs, but it really felt like I had lost a friend... I sobbed to cry watching this video now seeing the longing and pain in his eyes and voice, Mr. Paice. When I had to fight my cancer too, I remembered Jon Lord so much, as well as Dio too ... I tried to mirror myself in the strength and hunger to live that I saw in him in the will to overcome this terrible disease. Rest in Peace, Jon. You have never been forgotten and you never will be!

[@aldobertoli6235]

Awesome. Back in ´82 I was 12 years old and discovered your music. You and DP are my musical heroes. Hearing you and seeing you sharing these memories is incredible. Thank you very much sir. Greetings from Peru