Purple Passages
Deep Purple · 1972
69 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of hard rock and psychedelic influences driven by dynamic guitar riffs and soaring vocals.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks wave-like pacing throughout engaging guitar-driven exploration
- Context
- Released in January 1972, 'Purple Passages' is a compilation album that captures Deep Purple's early years showcasing their transition from progressive rock to heavier sounds. It came after their acclaimed album 'Machine Head' and served to introduce new fans to their earlier works while solidifying their reputation as pioneers of hard rock.
- If you like
- hard rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock
Purple Passages is an album by Deep Purple, released in 1972. A kaleidoscopic blend of hard rock and psychedelic influences driven by dynamic guitar riffs and soaring vocals. This album is significant for featuring some of Deep Purple's earliest hits, contributing to their rise in the hard rock genre during the early '70s. Tracks like 'Hush' and 'Kentucky Woman' not only charted well but also helped establish the band's influence on subsequent generations of rock musicians. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Purple Passages sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of hard rock and psychedelic influences driven by dynamic guitar riffs and soaring vocals. Rooted in hard rock and progressive rock.
What makes Purple Passages by Deep Purple notable?
This album is significant for featuring some of Deep Purple's earliest hits, contributing to their rise in the hard rock genre during the early '70s. Tracks like 'Hush' and 'Kentucky Woman' not only charted well but also helped establish the band's influence on subsequent generations of rock musicians. Released in January 1972, 'Purple Passages' is a compilation album that captures Deep Purple's early years showcasing their transition from progressive rock to heavier sounds. It came after their acclaimed album 'Machine Head' and served to introduce new fans to their earlier works while solidifying their reputation as pioneers of hard rock.
Who is Purple Passages for?
Purple Passages works well if you're into dynamic journey with peaks, wave-like pacing throughout and engaging guitar-driven exploration.
How many songs are on Purple Passages?
Purple Passages has 12 tracks, running approximately 69 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 And the Address 4:37
- 2 Hey Joe 7:01
- 3 Hush Standout 4:24
- 4 Emmaretta 3:01
- 5 Chasing Shadows 5:30
- 6 Bird Has Flown 5:32
- 7 Why Didn’t Rosemary 5:03
Disc 2
- 1 Hard Road (Wring That Neck) 5:14
- 2 Shield 6:06
- 3 Mandrake Root Standout 6:06
- 4 Kentucky Woman Standout 4:44
- 5 April 12:07
Release Date
January 1, 1972
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
69 min 25 sec
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