Full Description
Rufus Publications is proud to announce the publication of Deep Purple The Visual History by Chris Charlesworth.
Renowned music journalist Charlesworth has revised his original text from the 1983 edition of his book and added new Introduction and Aftermath chapters. The new-look book has been completely redesigned and expanded to over 500 colour pages and now incorporates hundreds of photographs and images, some seen for the first time, including a series of unpublished images from the Made In Japan concerts from 1972. The book is roughly the size of a vinyl LP.
Researched in 1982 through original interviews with members of Deep Purple, the book covers the period between the band's formation in 1968 through to their eventual break-up in 1976. Forthright and remarkably detailed, it is the ultimate treasure trove of the era when Deep Purple established their legendary status.
Says Charlesworth: "Over the years I've been asked over and over again by fans how they could get hold of my Deep Purple book. It disappeared from the shelves because the printers in Japan - like the Casino in Montreux - burned to the ground, taking the film for the book with it. But now, finally, here it is again, new and improved, with more pictures and more text. I hope you like it."
The book is approximatly 300mm square, hardbacked with a printed cover, presented in a cloth-bound slipcase.
Contents
Introduction to 2023 Edition, Page 6.
Beginnings: 1966 - 1967, Page 8.
Jon Lord & Nick Simper to October 1967, Page 12.
Ritchie Blackmore, Page 30.
The Birth, Page 50.
Ian Paice & Rod Evans to March 1968, Page 58.
Deep Purple Mark 1: April 1968 to June 1969, Page 70.
Ian Gillan to May 1965, Page 122.
Roger Glover & Episode Six to June 1969, Page 140.
Deep Purple Mark II, Part 1 - The Rise: June 1969 to December 1971, Page 160.
Deep Purple Mark II, Part 2 - The Decline: January 1972 to July 1973, Page 232.
Glenn Hughes & David Coverdale to July 1973, Page 302.
Deep Purple Mark III: July 1973 to May 1975, Page 324.
Tommy Bolin to June 1975, Page 424.
Deep Purple Mark IV: June 1975 to April 1976, Page 438.
Aftermath to The Present, Page 478.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Page 490.
Albums 1968 - 1976, Page 492.
Albums After Group Expanded, Page 496.
Singles 1968 - 1976, Page 497.
Concert & Venue Dates 1968 - 1976, Page 499.
