Deep Purple - Shades Of Deep Purple (Vinyl LP | FR Reissue | 1971)

Deep Purple – Shades Of Deep Purple is the band's 1968 debut in its first line-up with Rod Evans, Ritchie Blackmore, Jon Lord, Nick Simper and Ian Paice. Psychedelic rock meets early hard rock and Jon Lord's organ – the best-known song is the hit single Hush. Also included are Mandrake Root and covers such as Help and Hey Joe.

On offer is the 1971 French reissue on Odeon (2C 062-04 175) with a hype sticker on the cover.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Odeon – 2C 062-04 175
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album
• Pressing: FR Reissue
• Country: France
• Released: 1971
• Genre: Rock, Psychedelic Rock, Hard Rock – more in Psychedelic Rock
• Features: Hype sticker

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM-
• Cover: VG+ (with hype sticker)

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. And The Address (4:32)
2. Hush (4:21)
3. One More Rainy Day (3:37)
4. Prelude: Happiness (7:16)
5. I'm So Glad

Side B

1. Mandrake Root (6:02)
2. Help (5:54)
3. Love Help Me (3:44)
4. Hey Joe (7:18)

Personnel

Rod Evans (Vocals), Ritchie Blackmore (Lead Guitar), Jon Lord (Organ, Vocals), Nick Simper (Bass Guitar, Vocals), Ian Paice (Drums), Derek Lawrence (Producer).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
No, this is a 1971 French reissue on Odeon (2C 062-04 175); the album first came out in 1968.

Which well-known songs are included?
Above all Hush, plus Mandrake Root, Help and Hey Joe.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our Psychedelic Rock collection.