Come Hell or High Water
Deep Purple · 1994
76 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock
A dynamic blend of hard rock energy and progressive intricacies, showcasing Deep Purple's legendary musicianship.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- wave-like pacing with varied intensity
- late-night reflective listening sessions
- cathartic moments of musical release
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek short standalone singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Represents a strong period during the band's reunion, showcasing their ongoing relevance.
- Themes
- 1990s rock revival· live performance energy
- Career context
- Released in 1994, 'Come Hell or High Water' captures Deep Purple during a strategic reunion phase, following their earlier 1984 comeback with 'Perfect Strangers.' This album is notable as it reflects their enduring legacy while navigating the changing landscape of rock music in the 90s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Led Zeppelin· Black Sabbath· Rainbow
- If this clicks, go next to
- Purpendicular — Continues the dynamic rock sound with fresh ideas and strong musicianship.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Physical Graffiti by Led Zeppelin — Shares dynamic rock energy and progressive song structures with a live performance feel.Counterparts by Rush — Combines intricate musicianship with hard rock energy, echoing themes of resilience and evolution.Dehumanizer by Black Sabbath — Explores heavy themes with a mix of heavy metal sound and progressive elements.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Highway Star".
- 1 Highway Star Start here 6:42
- 2 Black Night 5:48
- 3 A Twist in the Tale 4:23
- 4 Perfect Strangers 6:51
- 5 Anyone’s Daughter 3:52
- 6 Child in Time 10:42
- 7 Anya 12:06
- 8 Lazy 4:17
- 9 Space Truckin’ 2:26
- 10 Woman From Tokyo 1:56
- 11 Speed King 7:32
- 12 Smoke on the Water 10:09
What to play next
This album is considered a Late Career Highlight in Deep Purple's catalog. Represents a strong period during the band's reunion, showcasing their ongoing relevance.
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