Sad news; the director behind several rainbowusic videos from the 1980s has been confirmed dead after …….

Sad News: Edd Griles, Director of Iconic Rainbow Music Videos, Passes Away

The music world mourns the loss of Edd Griles, a renowned music video director, best known for his work with Rainbow, Deep Purple, and other legendary rock bands. Griles’ passing was confirmed recently, leaving behind a legacy of iconic visuals that defined the 1980s rock landscape.

Edd Griles directed some of Rainbow’s most memorable music videos, including “Death Alley Driver,” “I Surrender,” “Stone Cold,” and “Can’t Happen Here.” His collaborations with Ritchie Blackmore and Ronnie James Dio helped shape the visual identity of Rainbow’s music. Griles’ work also extended to other notable bands, such as Deep Purple, Whitesnake, and Uriah Heep.

Griles’ contribution to the music industry will be remembered through his timeless videos, which continue to inspire new generations of music fans. Tributes have poured in from the rock community, with fans and artists alike sharing their condolences and appreciation for his influential work. Though Edd Griles may be gone, his visual legacy lives on, forever linked to the iconic rock anthems of the 1980s. Rest in peace, Edd Griles.