According to Darker Than Blue, Deep Purple's new album, Whoosh!, has reached the Top 10 in 12 countries worldwide - with more to come.
Germany - #1
Finland - #1
Belgium (Wallonia) - #1
Scotland - #1
Czech Republic - #2
Sweden - #3
Norway - #3
UK - #4 (highest chart entry in 46 years)
Japan (International) - #4
Italy - #6
Belgium (Flanders) - #7
Netherlands - #7
France - #8
Record will be available as a Standard CD, a Digital Album, a Limited Edition CD+DVD Mediabook (including the 1 hour feature “Roger Glover And Bob Ezrin In Conversation” and, for the first time, the full live performance at Hellfest 2017 video), and a Vinyl 2LP+DVD edition (earMUSIC). Pre-order here. It is due out on August 7 via earMusic.
Deep Purple have launched two special t-shirts to help raise cash for their road crew.
The first titled the Perfect Crew Shirt carries the ‘DP’ logo, while the Whoosh Crew T-Shirt features the cover design from their upcoming 21st studio album. Both are available to purchase now.
Deep Purple say: “Behind every band is a hard working crew. We all know the financial impact COVID-19 has had on so many, including the Deep Purple Crew, who work so hard to bring you, the fans, the shows you love.
“We have produced these exclusive crew shirts, with 100% of the profits going to help support the Crew. Thank you and hope to see you soon!”
Deep Purple were originally scheduled to release their new album Whoosh! earlier this month, but were forced to push the launch back to August 7.
Explaining the decision, frontman Ian Gillan said: “For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction... well, not exactly in this case – more cause and effect, where the latter is often greater than the former.
“Distribution lines – the physical sales of CDs, vinyl, cassettes etc – and retail outlets are closed until The Dreaded Lurgy gets indigestion.
“Therefore, as there are still so many of us who love to hold a new record in our hands, and following advice from our magnificent label, we have decided to delay the release of Whoosh! until August.”
Deep Purple unveil promo for their new single Throw My Bones - the first taste of material from their upcoming album Whoosh!
“Distribution lines – the physical sales of CDs, vinyl, cassettes etc – and retail outlets are closed until The Dreaded Lurgy gets indigestion.
“Therefore, as there are still so many of us who love to hold a new record in our hands, and following advice from our magnificent label, we have decided to delay the release of Whoosh! until August.”
Frontman Ian Gillan says: “For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction... well, not exactly in this case – more cause and effect, where the latter is often greater than the former.
On working with Bob for a third time, guitarist Steve Morse said: “We've included everything that made the whole band smile, including Bob Ezrin. The band’s 21st studio LP was once again produced by Bob Ezrin. "Together they created the most versatile album in their collaboration," a statement from label earMusic explained.
"We've always enjoyed making music and having the incredible luxury of a loyal audience.”
Deep Purple: Whoosh!
1. Throw My Bones
2. Drop The Weapon
3. We're All The Same In The Dark
4. Nothing At All
5. No Need To Shout
6. Step By Step
7. What The What
8. The Long Way Round
9. The Power Of The Moon
10. Remission Possible
11. Man Alive
12. And The Address
13. Dancing In My Sleep
Ian Gillan and co joked during their studio sessions with the producer that their motto was: “Deep Purple is putting the Deep back into Purple.”
As per a press release, the 'Smoke on the Water' group let rip about the current state of the world and aim to address "all generations” on their new collection of songs.
