Listen "158 - Deep Purple: "Come Taste the Band" (1975)"
Episode Synopsis
On today's episode I am going to take a look at the album “Come taste the Band” by Deep Purple, the band's tenth studio album released on November 7, 1975.Selected songs are "Comin' Home", "Lady Luck", "You Keep on Moving" and "Gettin' Tighter".If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: [email protected]Twitter:@realmetalkevinBluesky:@metalkevin.bsky.socialInstagram:@realmetalkevinSummaryIn this episode, Bill delves into Deep Purple's tenth studio album, 'Come Taste the Band,' released in 1975. He discusses the band's dynamics during a tumultuous period marked by Ritchie Blackmore's departure and the introduction of guitarist Tommy Bolin. The conversation explores the album's musical style, track analysis, and the impact of the band's changes on their legacy. He reflects on the album's significance in the context of Deep Purple's history and the challenges faced by its members, particularly regarding addiction and the eventual disbandment.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Music from a Lifetime01:23 Comin' Home02:28 Tommy Bolin Comes to Deep Purple's Rescue07:19 Lady Luck08:29 Discussion of "Come Taste the Band" Track by Track15:56 You Keep on Moving17:10 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Come Taste the Band"23:09 Gettin' Tighter24:14 Podcast Notes and Contacts
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