Jefferson Starship and Deep Purple

San Francisco arena rock offshoot of Jefferson Airplane led by Paul Kantner & Grace Slick; mainstream hitmakers: Billboard No.1 *Red Octopus*, “Miracles,” “Jane”; with Marty Balin.

Deep Purple, formed in London in 1968, pioneered hard rock and heavy metal, evolving from psychedelic and progressive roots. Known for powerful songs like "Smoke on the Water" and "Hush," they have sold over 100 million records. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016, their albums include "Whoosh!" and "Turning To Crime." They are celebrated for their influential sound and dynamic performances.