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Ritchie Blackmore’s Night Announces Return to Bethel, New York for 2025 Performance
In an exciting development for fans of Ritchie Blackmore, the legendary guitarist and his wife, Candice Night, have confirmed a performance in Bethel, New York, as part of their ongoing Blackmore’s Night tour. The concert is slated for the summer of 2025 and will bring the couple’s medieval folk-rock music to the Hudson Valley region. The announcement marks the return of Blackmore’s Night to the area, a place that holds significant sentimental value due to the historic Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, located on the grounds of the original Woodstock festival.
Blackmore’s Night has been a departure from Blackmore’s earlier rock career with Deep Purple and Rainbow, focusing on Renaissance-inspired music with a blend of folk, rock, and classical elements. Their previous tours have garnered a dedicated following, and their return to Bethel promises to be a memorable event for fans who have long admired Blackmore’s unique musical vision.
This announcement is particularly exciting as it signals the continued activity of Blackmore, who has remained largely out of the rock spotlight in recent years. While there have been occasional rumors about new music from the guitarist, Blackmore’s Night remains the primary outlet for his creativity. The couple’s performances often feature both familiar tracks from Blackmore’s past and new material that reflects their shared passion for folk and medieval themes.
The upcoming show in Bethel is expected to attract both longtime fans of Blackmore’s work with Deep Purple and Rainbow, as well as those who appreciate his more recent musical direction. It is a reminder that Ritchie Blackmore remains an influential figure in the music world, continuing to captivate audiences with his evolving sound and timeless musici
anship.
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