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Deep Purple Steve's Morse Opens Up About 'NOW What?!'

Ken Kelley — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:14:41 +0000

Deep Purple guitarist Steve Morse recently chatted with Something Else with respect to the group’s new album ’NOW What?!’ as well as his place in Deep Purple’s history. ‘NOW What?!’ is the classic rock band’s first studio record since 2005 and is the fifth Deep Purple record on which Morse has performed. Despite the guitarist wanting to stay [...]

AT&T Mobile Commercial – What's the Song?

Dave Swanson — Tue, 07 May 2013 16:02:25 +0000

AT&T have dug out the iconic Deep Purple riff from 'Smoke On The Water' as part of their new ad campaign for their mobile devices.

Deep Purple, 'NOW What?!' – Album Review

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 07 May 2013 15:45:27 +0000

Classic rock stalwarts Deep Purple released their new album, titled 'NOW What?!,' last Tuesday (April 30). By the standards which we might reasonably expect to measure new work from an older band, it's very good -- or at least, the parts of it that are any good are very good.

Deep Purple Keyboardist on Rock Hall Snub: 'I Don't Think the Band Really Care'

Jeff Giles — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 13:57:15 +0000

It's been an up-and-down year between Deep Purple fans and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame -- the band was finally nominated for induction into the Hall, but didn't make it in. Keyboard player Don Airey seems to be taking it all in stride, though; as he put it during a recent interview, "I don't think the band really care, actually."

Deep Purple's New Single Streaming Online

Dave Lifton — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 21:23:35 +0000

Deep Purple are set to release their new album, ‘NOW What?!’ on April 30. The first tracks, a double A-sided single of 'All the Time in the World' and 'Hell to Pay,' will be available March 29. However, samples of both songs, and two live cuts, are currently streaming online.

Deep Purple Reveal New Album Title, Single Release Date

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 18:37:23 +0000

They might not be making it into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame just yet, but that's not stopping Deep Purple from moving forward with new music. The legendary British rockers will release a new album titled 'NOW What?!' on April 30 in North America via earMUSIC. Fans will get their first taste of the new music from a double A-side single released on March 29.

Deep Purple Release Video Preview of Upcoming Album

Billy Dukes — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 18:11:41 +0000

Once again, Deep Purple fans are left with more questions than answers following the release of a preview clip for the band’s upcoming album, which is due this April. The just clip features an orchestral sound, but Roger Glover’s comments prior to the music hardly inspire confidence that the entire album is heading in that [...]

Deep Purple to Reissue 'Slaves and Masters'

Dave Lifton — Sat, 05 Jan 2013 17:14:39 +0000

Last month, we told you that Deep Purple will be reissuing 10 albums from their catalog throughout 2013. The first of which, 'Live in Paris 1975,' is due to hit stores on Jan. 29. The second, 'Slaves and Masters,' will be released a week later, on Feb. 5.

Deep Purple's Ian Gillan Didn't Smoke Pot until He Was 38

Dave Lifton — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 17:26:07 +0000

Although they're considered to be one of the definitive bands for head-exploring stoners, Deep Purple weren't really ones to partake in the sweet leaf, according to lead singer Ian Gillan. In a new interview, he reveals that his personal discovery of marijuana didn't begin until he was well into his career.

Deep Purple to Reissue 'Live in Paris 1975′

Dave Lifton — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 17:43:29 +0000

Hard rock innovators Deep Purple may be working on their first new studio album since 2005's 'Rapture of the Deep,' but that's not stopping them from reissuing some of their classic records. In the coming year, the band will reissue 10 albums, beginning with 'Live in Paris 1975,' which will hit stores on Jan. 29, 2013.

Deep Purple Announce New Album Release Date

Dave Swanson — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 14:39:59 +0000

Though recently snubbed by the powers-that-be at the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, the mighty Deep Purple are rolling full speed ahead and have announced new details concerning their long awaited new album. Their 19th studio album will see the light of day on April 30, 2013. It is being released by the German based label earMUSIC. The band's last studio effort dates back to 2005's 'Rapture Of The Deep' so this is a long time coming.

Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame 2013 Inductees To Be Announced Tomorrow

Dave Swanson — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 21:28:27 +0000

It's that time of year again! No, not Christmas, it's the time when the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame makes their big announcement concerning the 2013 inductees. The big announcement will be made tomorrow, Dec. 11, at 11:00AM Pacific.

Deep Purple's Ian Gillan Plays Coy About New Album Title

Jeff Giles — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 18:22:08 +0000

A whole lot has happened since Deep Purple released its last studio album, 2005's 'Rapture of the Deep' -- and now that the band has finally wrapped the recording of its next collection of new material, singer Ian Gillan is ready to talk. About some things, anyway.

Glenn Hughes Discusses Deep Purple's Legacy and Rock Hall Snub

Chad Childers — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 15:51:23 +0000

The spotlight is on Deep Purple this year, as their classic album ‘Machine Head’ turns 40. The metal pioneers will be saluted by a number of rock icons on the ‘Re-Machined – A Tribute to Deep Purple’s Machine Head‘ tribute disc that’s due Sept. 25. Former Purple singer Glenn Hughes spoke to Noisecreep about the band’s legacy and why he wanted to be part of this project even after serving his tenure in the band.

High Octane Deep Purple MK III – Today's Vinyl Vault

Jeff Holbrook — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 14:21:24 +0000

David Coverdale's quiet and shy beginnings with Deep Purple were nothing of the sort. He was hired in 1973 to replace the classic throat of Ian Gillan, no easy task I would guess, but pulled it off and then some. The band forged on nearly eclipsing the Machine Head days in popula

Hear Metallica, Chickenfoot + More Perform Deep Purple 'Machine Head' Classics From New Covers Album

Ultimate Classic Rock Staff — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 16:35:25 +0000

Based on the six songs we’ve heard so far from the upcoming Deep Purple tribute album ‘Re-Machined: A Tribute to ‘Machine Head’,’ fans are in for a much bigger treat than the sometimes dubious cover album format often delivers. The 10-song collection, which comes out on Sept. 25 in America, features Metallica, Chickenfoot, Iron Maiden, [...]

Jon Lord's Final Recording Project Set For Release

Dave Swanson — Sun, 12 Aug 2012 14:05:20 +0000

As previously reported, the project former Deep Purple keyboardist Jon Lord was working on before his untimely death is now set to see the light of day. ‘Concerto For Group and Orchestra’ picks up the theme put into play by Lord and Deep Purple back in 1969. This updated version was recorded at Liverpool’s Philharmonic Hall by Abbey Road Studio‘s crew and features the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. Also guesting on the album are Iron Maiden vocalist Bruce Dickinson, guitarist Joe Bonamassa, and Deep Purple guitarist Steve Morse.

Deep Purple 'Re-Machined' Tribute Features Jimmy Barnes-Joe Bonamassa Trailer

Chad Childers — Sat, 11 Aug 2012 18:02:19 +0000

As far as tribute albums go, the upcoming Deep Purple ‘Re-Machined: A Tribute to Machine Head‘ should be a pretty solid effort. Sporting acts like Metallica, Iron Maiden, Chickenfoot and Carlos Santana, it looks as though no effort was wasted in getting some top performers.

Deep Purple's 'Machine Head' Album Gets 40th Anniversary Reissue

Chad Childers — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 20:49:21 +0000

With renewed interest in Deep Purple as the band makes plans for 2013, there’s something special that will precede their new album and future touring. EMI has announced that the band’s ‘Machine Head’ album will receive a 40th Anniversary reissue this fall.

Motorhead's Lemmy Kilmister Praises Deep Purple's Jon Lord, Blasts Twitter

Ken Kelley — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 16:59:50 +0000

Legendary rocker Lemmy Kilmister has never been one to mince words at any point in his 40-plus years of making music, so why should he be concerned what people think of him now? In a recent interview with the Boston Phoenix, the Motorhead front man says he can’t be bothered immersing himself in social media, [...]