Seven Decades of Deep Purple

Dive into the saga of Deep Purple and unravel the untold stories behind the legendary band, from their groundbreaking albums to their tumultuous journey through rock history to the present.

Seven Decades of Deep Purpletells the electrifying story of one of the most iconic bands in rock history.

From the bands explosive formation in 1968 to the classic Mk. II lineupGillan, Blackmore, Glover, Lord, and Paiceand through all the iterations to the present day, this book delves deep into the band that brought the world unforgettable hits like Hush, Speed King, Child in Time, Smoke on the Water, Highway Star, Burn, and Perfect Strangers.

Through nearly 50 interviews by the author with Purple alumni, plus dozens more with others who are part of this story, readers will journey through the groups formation, lineup changes, album sessions, and live performances, with the narrative emerging as the story of creativity itself, a tale enhanced by the use of over 450 images.

Album by album, its Deep Purples music that gives this book its solid-rock foundation. Starting with 1968sShades of Deep Purple,the book discusses all their genre-defining albums, includingIn Rock,Fireball,Machine Head,Burn,Purpendicular,Whoosh!, and 2024s=1.

Seven Decades of Deep Purplecaptures the essence of a band whose influence transcended generations and shaped the sound of modern rock.

Whether youre a lifelong fan or new to their music, this book is a must-read for anyone wanting to explore the legacy of one of rocks most enduring and relentlessly vital and creative forces.[AuthorName]By Martin Popoff[/AuthorName][AuthorBio]Martin Popoffhas penned approximately 115 books on hard rock, heavy metal, classic rock, prog, punk, and record collecting. He was editor in chief of the now-retiredBrave Words & Bloody Knucklesand has also contributed toRevolver,Guitar World,Goldmine, andRecord Collector. He lives in Toronto, Canada.[/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]420 color and b/w photos[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle]An Unofficial History[/SubTitle][ColorPattern]420 color and b/w photos[/ColorPattern]