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Now What?!

Deep Purple · 2013

95 min · 16 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock

A fusion of classic hard rock and progressive elements, showcasing Deep Purple's enduring musical prowess.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration with peaks
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • cathartic moments of intensity
  • conversational interludes for reflection
  • for late-night listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and relevance in contemporary rock for the band.
Themes
musical legacy· theatrical storytelling· modern rock resilience
Career context
Released in 2013, 'Now What?!' is Deep Purple's 19th studio album and marks their first release since the passing of founding member Jon Lord. The band, still led by Ian Gillan and Roger Glover, sought to modernize their sound while honoring their legacy, demonstrating resilience in a changing music landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Led Zeppelin· Black Sabbath· Rainbow
If this clicks, go next to
Infinite — Continues the blend of hard rock and progressive elements with fresh ideas.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
13 by Black Sabbath — Shares a legacy of hard rock with modern production, combining elements and themes of resilience.
Clockwork Angels by Rush — Explores theatrical storytelling in a progressive rock context, with a polished sound that honors their history.
Redeemer of Souls by Judas Priest — Merges traditional heavy metal roots with contemporary songwriting, reflecting on legacy and musical evolution.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "A Simple Song".

Disc 1

  • 1 A Simple Song Start here 4:39
  • 2 Weirdistan 4:14
  • 3 Out of Hand 6:10
  • 4 Hell to Pay 5:11
  • 5 Bodyline 4:26
  • 6 Above and Beyond 5:30
  • 7 Blood From a Stone 5:18
  • 8 Uncommon Man 7:00
  • 9 Après vous 5:26
  • 10 All the Time in the World 4:21
  • 11 Vincent Price 4:46
  • 12 It’ll Be Me 3:03

Disc 2

  • 1 In Conversation 20:00
  • 2 All the Time in the World (alternative radio mix) 3:47
  • 3 Perfect Strangers (live) 6:42
  • 4 Rapture of the Deep (live) 5:16

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