{"product_id":"stormbringer-deep-purple-1","title":"Stormbringer, Deep Purple","description":"\u003cp\u003eRecords has lots of light surface wear on both sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Deep Purple \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003eStormbringer\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"40\"\u003eAlbum Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Ninth Studio Album (Original Vinyl Release) \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"96\"\u003eOriginal Release Date:\u003c\/b\u003e November 1974 \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"133\"\u003eLabel:\u003c\/b\u003e Purple Records (UK) \/ Warner Bros. (US) \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"180\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/b\u003e Hard Rock \/ Blues Rock \/ Funk Rock \/ Soul\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBackground \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003eStormbringer\u003c\/i\u003e is the second and final studio album from the legendary \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"93\"\u003eMark III\u003c\/b\u003e lineup (Coverdale, Hughes, Blackmore, Lord, Paice). Recorded at Musicland Studios in Munich, the album saw a significant shift in direction as David Coverdale and Glenn Hughes began infusing the band's hard rock foundation with heavy elements of funk and soul. This transition famously alienated guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, who dubbed it \"shoeshine music\" and eventually left the band shortly after the album's release to form Rainbow. Despite the internal friction, the album was a major success, reaching the Top 10 in the UK and #20 in the US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMusical Composition \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/b\u003e The record is a unique hybrid of Blackmore’s neo-classical riffing and the \"California Soul\" vocal interplay of Coverdale and Hughes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Epic Opener:\u003c\/b\u003e The title track, \"Stormbringer,\" remains a hard rock masterpiece, featuring a menacing riff and mythology-inspired lyrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Soldier of Fortune\" Ballad:\u003c\/b\u003e One of the most famous ballads in rock history, showcasing Coverdale’s soulful baritone and Blackmore’s understated acoustic work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFunk Infusion:\u003c\/b\u003e Tracks like \"Love Don't Mean a Thing\" and \"You Can't Do It Right\" highlight the rhythmic, funk-driven influence of bassist\/vocalist Glenn Hughes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSonic Texture:\u003c\/b\u003e Produced by Deep Purple and Martin Birch, the album has a crisp, punchy 70s production that highlights Ian Paice's intricate drumming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal Pressing \u0026amp; Collector Notes\u003c\/b\u003e Original 1974 pressings are highly valued, specifically for the mastering quality found in early UK and US runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUK Purple Records (1st Press):\u003c\/b\u003e Look for the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"44\"\u003ePurple Records\u003c\/b\u003e label (Catalog: \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"75\"\u003eTPS 3508\u003c\/b\u003e). The first press features a textured gatefold sleeve and \"A-1U \/ B-1U\" matrix numbers in the dead wax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUS Warner Bros. (1st Press):\u003c\/b\u003e Released with the \"Burbank\/Trees\" label (Catalog: \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"79\"\u003ePR 2832\u003c\/b\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"KENDUN\" Stamp:\u003c\/b\u003e Many original US and UK pressings were mastered at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"71\"\u003eKendun Recorders\u003c\/b\u003e. Look for the \"KENDUN\" stamp in the runout; these are widely considered the best-sounding versions due to their superior dynamic range and bass clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/b\u003e The iconic cover art is based on a famous 1927 photograph of a tornado in Minnesota. Original copies feature a high-gloss or textured gatefold depending on the country of origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e35th Anniversary Edition (2009):\u003c\/b\u003e For audiophiles, the 2009 double-LP set is notable because it includes the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"108\"\u003eoriginal 1974 Quadraphonic Mix\u003c\/b\u003e (folded down to stereo), which provides a much more experimental, surround-sound feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/b\u003e Deep Purple, Stormbringer, 1974 Vinyl, Purple Records, TPS 3508, Ritchie Blackmore, David Coverdale, Glenn Hughes, Hard Rock, Soldier of Fortune, Kendun Mastering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection Ideas:\u003c\/b\u003e 70s Hard Rock Grails, The Mark III Era, Martin Birch Production, Deep Purple Discography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRelated Artists:\u003c\/b\u003e Rainbow, Whitesnake, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Trapeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Deep Purple","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51353713836349,"sku":"5574","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/2605\/9325\/files\/DeepPurpleStormbringer.jpg?v=1770271645","url":"https:\/\/gravestonerecords.com.au\/products\/stormbringer-deep-purple-1","provider":"Gravestone Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}