This was the final release from the band before internal pressures finally brought the group to a conclusion. Ritchie Blackmore had by now even left, going on to form the equally legendary Rainbow, leaving only Ian Paice and John Lord from the early years of the band.
Still, with David Coverdale and Glenn Hughes still on board, and the addition of Tommy Bolan, this album is still great, and made very much in the Deep Purple tradition.
It was not to everyone's liking at the time, and didn't perform well on the charts, thus leaving the group to finalise their agreement. Tragically Bolan, who was described as either brilliant or a shambles during live performances following this album, died of a drug overdose following this.
My favourites from the album include Lady Luck, Getting' Tighter, Dealer, Drifter and You Keep On Moving.
Rating : Despite its poor reputation, I still think it is a worthy entry into the Deep Purple legend. 4/5.
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