20 Greatest Songs by Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow – Ranked…
### 1. **Stargazer** (1976)
An epic masterpiece from *Rising*, “Stargazer” is a fusion of heavy metal and symphonic grandeur, featuring a drum solo by Cozy Powell and a contribution from the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra.
### 2. **Lost in Hollywood** (1979)
From *Down to Earth*, this track showcases Blackmore’s sophisticated guitar work and Cozy Powell’s dynamic drumming, offering a blend of classical and heavy metal elements.
### 3. **Gates of Babylon** (1978)
A standout from *Long Live Rock ‘n’ Roll*, this song combines Middle Eastern influences with powerful riffs, highlighting Blackmore’s versatility.
### 4. **Man on the Silver Mountain** (1975)
The debut single from *Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow*, this track introduces the band’s signature sound, with Blackmore’s riffs and Ronnie James Dio’s vocals setting the tone.
### 5. **Catch the Rainbow** (1975)
A slower, blues-infused ballad from their debut album, showcasing Blackmore’s emotive guitar playing and Dio’s powerful vocals.
### 6. **Long Live Rock ‘n’ Roll** (1978)
The title track from *Long Live Rock ‘n’ Roll*, this anthem encapsulates the band’s energy and Blackmore’s dynamic guitar work.
### 7. **Kill the King** (1978)
A high-energy track from *Long Live Rock ‘n’ Roll*, featuring rapid tempos and aggressive riffs, highlighting Blackmore’s heavy metal prowess.
### 8. **Stone Cold** (1982)
From *Straight Between the Eyes*, this song blends hard rock with melodic elements, showcasing Blackmore’s adaptability in the 80s rock scene.
### 9. **Speed King** (1970)
A track from *Deep Purple In Rock*, this song is a high-octane blend of rock and blues, featuring Blackmore’s distinctive guitar riffs.
### 10. **Since You Been Gone** (1979)
A hit from *Down to Earth*, this song features catchy melodies and Blackmore’s signature guitar solos, marking a commercial peak for the band.
### 11. **Mistreated** (1974)
Originally from *Burn*, this heavy blues track showcases Blackmore’s emotive guitar playing and was later performed live with Rainbow.
### 12. **Eyes of the World** (1982)
From *Straight Between the Eyes*, this song combines hard rock with progressive elements, featuring Blackmore’s intricate guitar work.
### 13. **All Night Long** (1980)
A hit from *Down to Earth*, this song blends hard rock with pop elements, showcasing Blackmore’s versatility in the 80s rock scene.
### 14. **Fire Dance** (1981)
From *Difficult to Cure*, this track features Middle Eastern influences and showcases Blackmore’s ability to blend different musical styles.
### 15. **Sixteenth Century Greensleeves** (1975)
A track from *Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow*, this song blends medieval themes with hard rock, highlighting Blackmore’s unique musical approach.
### 16. **Street of Dreams** (1983)
From *Bent Out of Shape*, this soft rock ballad showcases Blackmore’s melodic guitar playing and was a commercial success.
### 17. **Self Portrait** (1975)
A track from their debut album, this song blends progressive rock elements with Blackmore’s distinctive guitar style.
### 18. **Starstruck** (1978)
From *Long Live Rock ‘n’ Roll*, this song features theatrical chord changes and showcases Blackmore’s dynamic guitar work.
### 19. **Danger Zone** (1982)
A track from *Straight Between the Eyes*, this song combines hard rock with melodic elements, featuring Blackmore’s intricate guitar solos.
### 20. **The Temple of the King** (1975)
A ballad from *Ritchie Blackmore’s Rainbow*, this song blends acoustic guitar with mystical lyrics, showcasing Blackmore’s versatility as a musician.
This ranking reflects the diverse musical landscapes Ritchie Blackmore navigated with Rainbow, from symphonic epics to hard rock anthems, each track showcasing his exceptional guitar craftsmanship and the band’s innovative spirit.
