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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 Reveal Cover Art and Track Listing for Upcoming Album 'NOW What?!'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 21:13:05 +0000

Prototypical British heavy rockers Deep Purple are set to release a new album titled 'NOW What?!' on April 30, and now the group have revealed the track listing and cover art for the hotly-anticipated disc.

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 18:11:49 +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 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.

Ritchie Blackmore 'Couldn't Care Less' If Deep Purple Make Hall of Fame

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 19:30:41 +0000

After years of being completely overlooked by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, pioneering hard rockers Deep Purple received word last week that they are among the nominees this year. But if you're hoping for an epic reunion jam on 'Highway Star' at this year's ceremony, not so fast -- in a new interview, former Purple guitarist Ritchie Blackmore says he has no interest in whether the band is inducted or not.

Heart, Rush, Deep Purple + More Nominated for 2013 Induction in Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Jeff Giles — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 13:14:36 +0000

Grousing about the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's nominees for induction has become an annual tradition, but this year, several groups of long-suffering fans may be surprised to find themselves without an axe to grind: At long last, perennial "why aren't they in the Hall?" favorites Rush are on the ballot.

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

Ultimate Classic Rock Staff — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 14:00:25 +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, [...]

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

Chad Childers — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 17:30:21 +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.