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Martin Paul Eve

Professor of Literature, Technology and Publishing at Birkbeck, University of London and Technical Lead of Knowledge Commons at MESH Research, Michigan State University

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Smoke On The Water Page

: The opening riff consists of simple, heavy chords played by guitarist Ritchie Blackmore.

Inside the Song: There's No 'Smoke On the Water' Without Fire smoke on the water

: Blackmore famously claimed the riff was simply Ludwig van Beethoven's Fifth Symphony played in reverse. : The opening riff consists of simple, heavy

The song operates as a chronological journal documenting the disastrous recording of their album. "Smoke on the Water"

: It became the definitive beginner anthem for millions of aspiring guitarists. 🔥 The True Story Behind the Lyrics

The signature song by English rock band Deep Purple, "Smoke on the Water", was released on their 1972 studio album Machine Head . It is celebrated for having one of the most famous and recognizable four-note guitar riffs in music history. 🎸 The Legendary Riff