What does Purpendicular sound like?

A fusion of classic rock vigor and progressive experimentation, showcasing Deep Purple's enduring musical prowess. Rooted in hard rock and progressive rock. Start with "Vavoom: Ted the Mechanic".

Is Purpendicular a good place to start with Deep Purple?

Yes, Purpendicular is recommended as a starting point for new Deep Purple listeners. A fusion of classic rock vigor and progressive experimentation, showcasing Deep Purple's enduring musical prowess. Released on February 1, 1996, 'Purpendicular' marked Deep Purple's first album with guitarist Steve Morse after the departure of longtime member Ritchie Blackmore. This period represented a significant artistic reinvention for the band, as they sought to blend their classic sound with fresh influences.

Who is Purpendicular for?

Purpendicular works well if you're into steady pacing with thoughtful builds, climactic moments that capture attention and reflective themes for introspective listening.

How many songs are on Purpendicular?

Purpendicular has 14 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Purpendicular

Deep Purple · 1996

67 min · 14 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock

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

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady pacing with thoughtful builds
climactic moments that capture attention
reflective themes for introspective listening
engaging narratives across tracks

Maybe skip if you want

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek standalone singles experience

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Revitalizes Deep Purple's legacy with new guitarist, showcasing adaptability in sound.
Themes: inner turmoil· mechanic's humor· soaring freedom· poetic storytelling
Career context: Released on February 1, 1996, 'Purpendicular' marked Deep Purple's first album with guitarist Steve Morse after the departure of longtime member Ritchie Blackmore. This period represented a significant artistic reinvention for the band, as they sought to blend their classic sound with fresh influences.
Stylistic neighbors: Led Zeppelin· Black Sabbath· Rainbow
If this clicks, go next to: Abandon — Continues the late-career sound with a mix of rock energy and experimentation.
Sounds like this from elsewhere: Leftoverture by Kansas — Shares a blend of rock vigor and progressive experimentation with poetic storytelling.

Going for the One by Yes — Features intricate musicianship and themes of inner turmoil, echoing Deep Purple's artistic reinvention.

Walk on Water by UFO — Combines hard rock energy with a sense of soaring freedom and mechanic's humor in lyrical content.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "Vavoom: Ted the Mechanic".

1 Vavoom: Ted the Mechanic Start here 4:17
2 Loosen My Strings 5:59
3 Soon Forgotten 4:47
4 Sometimes I Feel Like Screaming 7:31
5 Cascades: I’m Not Your Lover 4:43
6 The Aviator 5:20
7 Rosa’s Cantina 5:12
8 A Castle Full of Rascals 5:11
9 A Touch Away 4:36
10 Hey Cisco 5:53
11 Somebody Stole My Guitar 4:09
12 The Purpendicular Waltz 4:44
13 [untitled] 0:04
14 Don’t Hold Your Breath 4:40

What to play next

This album is considered a Late Career Highlight in Deep Purple's catalog. Revitalizes Deep Purple's legacy with new guitarist, showcasing adaptability in sound.

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Abandon

1998

Continues the late-career sound with a mix of rock energy and experimentation.

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The Battle Rages On...

1993

Sets the stage with similar themes and a classic rock vibe leading into Purpendicular.

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