LONDON—Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legends Deep Purple announced their 24th studio album, SPLAT!, on Tuesday. The band promised the record would be their “heaviest” release in nearly fifty years. Fans eagerly awaited news of SPLAT!, hoping for a sound reminiscent of their early, more aggressive material. Deep Purple has a long history of heavy exploration. This latest effort aims to recapture that spirit. The upcoming album is slated for release on July 3rd.
Splat! Hits The Eardrums
Guitarist Simon McBride described the new material. “We really just wanted to make some noise,” McBride stated. “Something that would make people jump. We think SPLAT! accomplishes that goal. It’s loud. It’s heavy. It’s definitely a record.” Longtime fans expressed cautious optimism. They remembered previous claims of “heaviest album ever.” Many were disappointed by subsequent offerings. “I’ll believe it when I hear it,” said Brenda Peterson, President of the International Deep Purple Appreciation Society. “But I’m hopeful. We all are.”
A Sonic Breakthrough?
The band has been working on SPLAT! for over two years. Recording sessions took place in a remote studio. Sources say the band experimented with new sonic textures. This included increased use of actual splat sounds. Producer Bob Ezrin was unavailable for comment. However, a press release hinted at “unprecedented sonic intensity.” It also mentioned the band’s continued dedication to heavy rock. Deep Purple’s 2020 album, Turning to Crime, was a collection of covers. The band emphasized that SPLAT! is entirely original material. They are confident this will satisfy their dedicated fanbase. It also aims to attract new listeners. The band’s website deeppurple.com features a cryptic countdown timer.
At press time, the band was reportedly still arguing over the album’s final track order. They were also debating whether to include the sound of a large watermelon being dropped from a third-story window.
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