What does Who Do We Think We Are sound like?

A vibrant blend of hard rock and progressive sounds, layered with intricate musicianship and poetic lyricism. Rooted in hard rock and progressive rock. Start with "Woman From Tokyo".

Is Who Do We Think We Are a good place to start with Deep Purple?

Yes, Who Do We Think We Are is recommended as a starting point for new Deep Purple listeners. A vibrant blend of hard rock and progressive sounds, layered with intricate musicianship and poetic lyricism. Released in January 1973, 'Who Do We Think We Are' is Deep Purple's seventh studio album. It followed the commercially successful 'Machine Head' and marked a transitional phase for the band as they began to experience internal tensions that would lead to lineup changes shortly after. This album showcases their continued evolution in sound while grappling with the pressures of fame.

Who is Who Do We Think We Are for?

Who Do We Think We Are works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and wave-like pacing throughout.

How many songs are on Who Do We Think We Are?

Who Do We Think We Are has 14 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.

Who Do We Think We Are

Deep Purple · 1973

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

A vibrant blend of hard rock and progressive sounds, layered with intricate musicianship and poetic lyricism.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

long, immersive listening sessions
dynamic emotional journeys
wave-like pacing throughout
layered, dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — It solidified Deep Purple's status after the success of 'Machine Head'.
Themes: music industry critique· Tokyo nights· fame's pressures
Career context: Released in January 1973, 'Who Do We Think We Are' is Deep Purple's seventh studio album. It followed the commercially successful 'Machine Head' and marked a transitional phase for the band as they began to experience internal tensions that would lead to lineup changes shortly after. This album showcases their continued evolution in sound while grappling with the pressures of fame.
Stylistic neighbors: Led Zeppelin· Black Sabbath· Rainbow
If this clicks, go next to: Stormbringer — Continues the hard rock vibe with a mix of soulful elements and strong musicianship.
Sounds like this from elsewhere: Physical Graffiti by Led Zeppelin — Shares a complex blend of hard rock and progressive elements with layered instrumentation.

2112 by Rush — Explores themes of individualism and industry critique within a progressive rock framework.

The Dark Side of the Moon by Pink Floyd — Captures similar introspective themes with intricate musicianship and atmospheric soundscapes.