Seven Decades of Deep Purple tells the electrifying story of one of the most iconic bands in rock history. From the band’s explosive formation in 1968 to the classic Mk. II lineup—Gillan, Blackmore, Glover, Lord, and Paice—and 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,” “Smoke on the Water,” “Highway Star,” 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 group’s formation, lineup changes, album sessions, and live performances. Album by album, it’s Deep Purple’s music that gives this book its solid-rock foundation. Starting with 1968’s
Shades of Deep Purple, the book discusses all their genre-defining albums, including
In Rock,
Fireball,
Machine Head,
Burn,
Purpendicular, and 2024’s
=1. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to their music, this book is a must-read for anyone wanting to explore the legacy of one of rock’s most enduring and relentlessly vital and creative forces.
This book title, Seven Decades of Deep Purple (An Unofficial History), ISBN: 9780764369919, by Martin Popoff, published by Schiffer Publishing, Ltd. (September 28, 2025) is available in hardcover. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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