Ian Paice, born 29 June 1948 in Nottingham, is the only musician to have appeared in every Deep Purple line-up since the band formed in 1968 - present on every album and at every live show. Widely regarded as one of rock's most technically accomplished drummers, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Deep Purple in 2016. Beyond Purple, he has played with Whitesnake (1979-1982) and Gary Moore, and co-founded the cancer-research charity The Sunflower Jam.
Deep Purple released their 24th studio album SPLAT! on July 3, 2026 via earMUSIC - produced by Bob Ezrin and described by the band as their heaviest album in many years.
Ian Paice confirmed in an interview on the Rockonteurs podcast that Deep Purple is already discussing the possibility of recording a new album in 2027.
In 2026, Deep Purple is on a world tour with 86 shows in 28 countries on three continents, including dates in Denmark.
Paice contributed to Purpendicular's single 'Blood Red Moon' - the first taste of the band's album Banned, released via Metalville in October 2025.
Ian Paice announced that he is working on a solo project together with his son James.
