218. Deep Purple / Deep Purple. 1969. 2.5/5

This was Purps third album, and the final album that contained their first line-up.

From the time this was completed, it was obvious that a change in musical direction was necessary, or certainly prevalent.
Deep Purple as an album is very much based around the keyboards of John Lord, with Ritchie Blackmore's distinctive guitaring also in the mix, but certainly not at the forefront of the music. Even for the 1960's this music is quite bland. It is very flower-power-ish, without a great deal to get excited about. I can certainly appreciate it for what it is and from the time it comes from, but it is not what excites me about Deep Purple.

Rating : An interesting page in Deep Purple history. 2.5/5.