"Deep Purple" was the biggest hit written by pianist Peter DeRose.
The British rock band Deep Purple got their name from Pete De Rose's hit after guitarist Ritchie Blackmore's grandmother repeatedly asked if they would be performing the song, her personal favourite.
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