Smoke on the Water: The Best Of
Deep Purple · 1994
77 min · 18 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock
A powerful compilation showcasing Deep Purple's heavy riffs and dynamic solos that defined hard rock.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic mix of energy levels heavy riffs for driving moments nostalgic anthems for gatherings
- Context
- Released in 1994, 'Smoke on the Water: The Best Of' marks a retrospective of Deep Purple's influential career, following their active years in the 1970s when they became pioneers of hard rock. This compilation arrives after the band's reunion in the late 1980s, capturing the essence of their classic lineup and highlighting their most significant hits.
- If you like
- hard rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock
Smoke on the Water: The Best Of is an album by Deep Purple, released in 1994. A powerful compilation showcasing Deep Purple's heavy riffs and dynamic solos that defined hard rock. This album is notable for encapsulating Deep Purple’s legacy, featuring iconic tracks like 'Smoke on the Water' which has become a cultural touchstone in rock music. It served as an introduction for new listeners while consolidating the band’s standing within the classic rock canon, contributing to their continued relevance in popular culture. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Smoke on the Water: The Best Of sound like?
A powerful compilation showcasing Deep Purple's heavy riffs and dynamic solos that defined hard rock. Rooted in hard rock and progressive rock.
What makes Smoke on the Water: The Best Of by Deep Purple notable?
This album is notable for encapsulating Deep Purple’s legacy, featuring iconic tracks like 'Smoke on the Water' which has become a cultural touchstone in rock music. It served as an introduction for new listeners while consolidating the band’s standing within the classic rock canon, contributing to their continued relevance in popular culture. Released in 1994, 'Smoke on the Water: The Best Of' marks a retrospective of Deep Purple's influential career, following their active years in the 1970s when they became pioneers of hard rock. This compilation arrives after the band's reunion in the late 1980s, capturing the essence of their classic lineup and highlighting their most significant hits.
Who is Smoke on the Water: The Best Of for?
Smoke on the Water: The Best Of works well if you're into dynamic mix of energy levels, heavy riffs for driving moments and nostalgic anthems for gatherings.
How many songs are on Smoke on the Water: The Best Of?
Smoke on the Water: The Best Of has 18 tracks, running approximately 77 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hush 4:23
- 2 Kentucky Woman (single edit) 4:03
- 3 The Bird Has Flown (single version) 2:51
- 4 Hallelujah 3:42
- 5 Black Night 3:25
- 6 Child in Time Standout 10:17
- 7 Speed King (Dutch single version: alternate take) 4:23
- 8 Strange Kind of Woman (single edit) 3:46
- 9 Fireball 3:21
- 10 Smoke on the Water (US single edit) 3:46
- 11 Highway Star Standout 6:06
- 12 Never Before (single edit) 3:29
- 13 Space Truckin’ 4:31
- 14 Woman from Tokyo (single edit) 2:40
- 15 Might Just Take Your Life (single edit) 3:33
- 16 Burn (single edit) 4:31
- 17 Stormbringer 4:05
- 18 You Keep on Moving (single edit) 4:26
Release Date
January 1, 1994
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
77 min 23 sec
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