Deep Purple: Deep Purple In Rock Ltd Clr

LP Record 45 years ago, the legendary British hard rock group released their fourth studio album, "In Rock", also known as "Deep Purple In Rock". It's also the first album with the classic MK-II lineup, featuring singer Ian Gillan, Ritchie Blackmore on guitar, Jon Lord on Hammond organ, Roger Glover on bass, and Ian Paice on drums. To this day, "In Rock" is considered one of the first heavy metal albums and a turning point in Deep Purple's stylistic development. On it, the band solidified their signature sound, which was particularly defined by Gillan's vocals and Blackmore's characteristic heavy riff guitar playing. It's also the album that brought Deep Purple their international breakthrough.