Deep Purple are a British hard rock band formed in Hertford in 1968, widely credited alongside Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath as architects of heavy metal and hard rock. Best known for "Smoke on the Water" and the 1972 album "Machine Head", they have sold over 120 million albums worldwide and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016. The band continues to tour and record, releasing their 24th studio album "SPLAT!" in July 2026.
Deep Purple released their 24th studio album "SPLAT!" on July 3, 2026 via earMUSIC, produced by Bob Ezrin.
The band announced "SPLAT!" in May 2026 and stated that they have sold over 120 million albums since 1968.
Deep Purple announced a North American tour for summer 2026 with Kansas as special guest, starting August 4 in Raleigh, NC.
The band announced five UK arena concerts in November 2026 under the name "How Bloody Fantastic" tour, with Mammoth and Jayler as opening acts.
Bassist Roger Glover confirmed in September 2025 that the band is working on a new album and does not plan to stop the "The Long Goodbye" tour.
