
28 July 1979 · 48 YEARS
Down To Earth
Rainbow
With the arrival of Graham Bonnet, the band moved away from their previous focus on medieval fantasy. Ritchie Blackmore steered the group toward a sound designed for radio play, defining a new period for the ensemble.
Roger Glover handled production duties, achieving a sleek and muscular finish. The compositions incorporate pop elements while maintaining the technical skill expected from such an experienced group of musicians.