Is The Deep Purple Singles A's and B's a good place to start with Deep Purple?

Yes, The Deep Purple Singles A's and B's is recommended as a starting point for new Deep Purple listeners. A dynamic collection of hard rock anthems and psychedelic explorations showcasing Deep Purple's genre-defying prowess. Released in 1978, 'The Deep Purple Singles A's and B's' captures Deep Purple during a transitional phase, following their successful 'Machine Head' album in 1972. By this time, the band's lineup had evolved, and they were exploring various musical directions, leading to a diverse compilation that reflects their extensive catalog.

Who is The Deep Purple Singles A's and B's for?

The Deep Purple Singles A's and B's works well if you're into dynamic collection of classic singles, wave-like pacing with peaks and nostalgic anthems for gatherings.

How many songs are on The Deep Purple Singles A's and B's?

The Deep Purple Singles A's and B's has 20 tracks, running approximately 77 minutes.

The Deep Purple Singles A's and B's

Deep Purple · 1978

77 min · 20 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock

A dynamic collection of hard rock anthems and psychedelic explorations showcasing Deep Purple's genre-defying prowess.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic collection of classic singles
wave-like pacing with peaks
nostalgic anthems for gatherings
late-night road trip companion
engaging hooks for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

prefer long, cohesive albums
seek minimalist or subtle sounds

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — A compilation that showcases the band's influential singles without being a primary entry point.
Career context: Released in 1978, 'The Deep Purple Singles A's and B's' captures Deep Purple during a transitional phase, following their successful 'Machine Head' album in 1972. By this time, the band's lineup had evolved, and they were exploring various musical directions, leading to a diverse compilation that reflects their extensive catalog.
Stylistic neighbors: Led Zeppelin· Black Sabbath· Rainbow
If this clicks, go next to: When We Rock, We Rock, and When We Roll, We Roll — Continues the dynamic energy with a mix of hard rock and engaging themes.
Sounds like this from elsewhere: Physical Graffiti by Led Zeppelin — Both explore hard rock with psychedelic elements and dynamic song structures, showcasing musical evolution.

Sabotage by Black Sabbath — Shares a heavy, progressive sound with complex arrangements and themes of darkness and exploration.

Fragile by Yes — Combines progressive rock intricacies with expansive soundscapes and lyrical depth, reflecting 70s experimentation.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "Hush".

1 Hush Start here 4:24
2 One More Rainy Day 3:38
3 Kentucky Woman (single edit) 4:04
4 Emmaretta 3:00
5 The Bird Has Flown (single version) 2:54
6 Hallelujah 3:44
7 Speed King 4:26
8 Black Night 3:28
9 Strange Kind of Woman 3:49
10 I’m Alone 3:06
11 Fireball 3:21
12 Demon’s Eye 5:12
13 Never Before (single edit) 3:30
14 When a Blind Man Cries 3:32
15 Smoke on the Water (US single edit) 3:48
16 Black Night (live) 4:59
17 Might Just Take Your Life 3:35
18 Coronarias Redig 4:54
19 You Keep on Moving (single edit) 4:29
20 Love Child 3:04

What to play next

This album is considered a Deep Cut in Deep Purple's catalog. A compilation that showcases the band's influential singles without being a primary entry point.

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