Deep Purple are a British hard rock band formed in Hertfordshire in 1968, widely regarded as one of the founding forces of hard rock and heavy metal alongside Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath. Their 1972 album Machine Head - home to 'Smoke on the Water' and 'Highway Star' - remains one of the genre's defining records, and the band has sold over 120 million albums worldwide. Despite multiple lineup changes across more than five decades, they continue to record and tour, with their 24th studio album SPLAT! due on 3 July 2026.
Deep Purple released the second single 'Diablo' from the upcoming album SPLAT! on 5 June 2026, with a music video following on 7 June.
Deep Purple announced their 24th studio album SPLAT!, due 3 July 2026 via earMUSIC, described by the band as their heaviest album in many years.
The first single 'Arrogant Boy' from SPLAT! was released on 12 May 2026 with an official music video.
Deep Purple announced a 24-date North American leg of their SPLAT! World Tour for August-September 2026, with Kansas and Jefferson Starship as special guests.
Deep Purple announced five UK arena dates for November 2026 under the 'How Bloody Fantastic' tour name, with Mammoth (led by Wolfgang Van Halen) and Jayler as support acts.
concertDeep Purple takes the stage at Avicii Arena with classic hits and new material. British rock band JAYLER opens the show.
concert19:30Deep Purple, one of rock's greatest bands, brings classic hard rock to Scandinavium in Göteborg, featuring over 50 years of hits including "Smoke on the Water".