Unleashing the Storm: A Tribute to Deep Purple Roars to Life

Mark your calendars and brace yourselves, metalheads! Following the thunderous reception of Cleopatra Records’ tribute to Ritchie Blackmore’s other legendary outfit, Ride The Rainbow, November 13 is set to unleash another sonic beast: Purple Storm – A Tribute To Deep Purple. This album promises to be a hard rock tempest, with a lineup of heavyweights ready to put their own savage spin on some of the most revered tracks in rock history.

Leading the charge is a blistering rendition of the timeless classic “Smoke On The Water,” featuring the iconic Graham Bonnet on vocals, alongside guitar virtuoso George Lynch of Lynch Mob fame, and keyboard wizard Derek Sherinian, known for his work with Dream Theater and Yngwie Malmsteen. The rhythm section boasts the formidable talents of Joe Bouchard from Blue Oyster Cult and Vinny Appice, the drumming titan who’s rocked with Black Sabbath and Derringer. This star-studded collaboration is not just a tribute; it’s a full-frontal assault on your senses.

“Smoke On The Water” is steeped in rock lore, chronicling Deep Purple's tumultuous experience in Montreaux, Switzerland, where a fire ravaged the venue they were set to record in for their seminal album, 1972’s Machine Head. Amid the chaos, the band hastily moved to another location, only to find themselves under siege from local authorities protesting the noise. Roger Glover, the band's bassist, recounted how they were evicted but managed to capture a riff that would go on to immortalize Montreaux in rock history. Little did they know, this riff would evolve into the anthem we all know and love.

But the tribute doesn’t stop there. Purple Storm features a staggering eleven tracks, showcasing classics like “Highway Star,” “Child In Time,” and “Black Night.” Each song is a testament to Deep Purple’s indelible mark on rock, with contributions from a diverse array of artists spanning multiple generations. Expect to hear from rock luminaries such as Chris Adler, David Ellefson of Megadeth, and Pat Travers, all of whom breathe new life into these timeless tracks.

So gear up and prepare to dive headfirst into this hard rock odyssey. Pre-orders for CD, vinyl, and digital editions are now live, ensuring you won’t miss out on what promises to be a monumental tribute to one of rock’s most enduring legacies. The storm is brewing—will you be ready to ride it?