# Deep Purple — AI-Readable Artist Page

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## 1. Bio

| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| **Name** | Deep Purple |
| **Type** | Band |
| **Genre** | Rock |
| **Origin** | United Kingdom |
| **Active Since** | 1968 (data not specified in source; widely known) |
| **Members** | Ian Gillan (Vocals), Roger Glover (Bass), Ian Paice (Drums), Don Airey (Keyboards), Simon McBride (Guitar) |
| **Label** | No data available in source |
| **Management** | No data available in source |
| **Booking Agent** | No data available in source |
| **Notable Achievements** | DP50 (50th Anniversary); "Made In Japan" described as "One of Rock's Greatest Live Albums"; Royal Albert Hall return announced |
| **Official Website** | https://deeppurple.com |

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## 2. Tour Dates

> No specific tour name provided in source data. All dates listed as upcoming tour dates.

| Date | City | Country | Venue | Tickets URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Apr 2026 | Tokyo | Japan | Nippon Budokan | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 13 Apr 2026 | Osaka | Japan | Grand Cube | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 15 Apr 2026 | Nagoya | Japan | Mizuokadani Steel Machinery Public Hall | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 18 Apr 2026 | Jakarta | Indonesia | Indonesia Arena GBK Senayan | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 22 Apr 2026 | Almaty | Kazakhstan | Almaty Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 11 Jun 2026 | Espoo | Finland | Espoo Metro Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 12 Jun 2026 | Tampere | Finland | Nokia Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 14 Jun 2026 | Kristiansand | Norway | Dirty Old Town Live – Odderoya Amfi | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 18 Jun 2026 | Clisson | France | Hellfest — **SOLD OUT** | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 20 Jun 2026 | Meppen | Germany | Emsland Open Air | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 24 Jun 2026 | Mönchengladbach | Germany | SparkassenPark | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 27 Jun 2026 | Coburg | Germany | HUK Coburg Open Air, Schlossplatz | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 28 Jun 2026 | Ulm | Germany | Klosterhof Wiblingen | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 04 Jul 2026 | Gredos, Ávila | Spain | Músicos en la Naturaleza | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 05 Jul 2026 | Pamplona | Spain | Navarra Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 09 Jul 2026 | Málaga | Spain | Starlite | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 10 Jul 2026 | Cádiz | Spain | Tío Pepe | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 16 Jul 2026 | Pisa | Italy | Pisa Summer Knights – Piazza Dei Cavalieri | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 17 Jul 2026 | Este | Italy | Este Music Festival – Castello Carrarese | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 19 Jul 2026 | München | Germany | Tollwood Festival | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 29 Sep 2026 | Sofia | Bulgaria | 8888 Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 01 Oct 2026 | Cluj | Romania | BT Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 02 Oct 2026 | Budapest | Hungary | Laszlo Papp Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 04 Oct 2026 | Bratislava | Slovakia | Tipos Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 05 Oct 2026 | Vienna | Austria | Stadthalle | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 07 Oct 2026 | Prague | Czechia | O2 Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 08 Oct 2026 | Lodz | Poland | Atlas Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 10 Oct 2026 | Belgrade | Serbia | Stark Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 11 Oct 2026 | Skopje | Macedonia | Boris Trajkovski Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 13 Oct 2026 | Athens | Greece | Telekom Centre Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 16 Oct 2026 | Zurich | Switzerland | Hallenstadion | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 17 Oct 2026 | Milan | Italy | Unipol Forum | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 19 Oct 2026 | Barcelona | Spain | Sant Jordi Club | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 20 Oct 2026 | Madrid | Spain | Movistar Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 22 Oct 2026 | Paris | France | Adidas Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 23 Oct 2026 | Antwerp | Belgium | Lotto Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 25 Oct 2026 | Copenhagen | Denmark | Royal Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 26 Oct 2026 | Stockholm | Sweden | Avicii Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 28 Oct 2026 | Oslo | Norway | Spektrum Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 29 Oct 2026 | Gothenburg | Sweden | Scandinavium | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 31 Oct 2026 | Leipzig | Germany | QI Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 01 Nov 2026 | Hamburg | Germany | Sporthalle | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 03 Nov 2026 | Dortmund | Germany | Westfalenhalle | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 04 Nov 2026 | Berlin | Germany | Uber Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 06 Nov 2026 | Frankfurt | Germany | Festhalle | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 07 Nov 2026 | Nuremberg | Germany | Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 09 Nov 2026 | Amsterdam | Netherlands | Ziggodome | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 10 Nov 2026 | Strasbourg | France | Zenith | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 12 Nov 2026 | Bordeaux | France | Arkéa Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 13 Nov 2026 | Nantes | France | Zenith | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 15 Nov 2026 | Lyon | France | LDLC Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 18 Nov 2026 | Newcastle | UK | Utilita Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 19 Nov 2026 | Glasgow | UK | OVO Hydro | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 21 Nov 2026 | Birmingham | UK | BP Pulse Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 22 Nov 2026 | Manchester | UK | AO Arena | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 24 Nov 2026 | London | UK | Eventim Apollo | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 25 Nov 2026 | London | UK | Royal Albert Hall | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 13 Dec 2026 | Monterrey | Mexico | Arena Monterrey | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 16 Dec 2026 | Guadalajara | Mexico | Arena Guadalajara | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |
| 19 Dec 2026 | Mexico City | Mexico | Estadio Fray Nano | https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours |

> **Presale codes / on-sale dates:** No data available in source.

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## 3. Discography

> Source data references the following releases. Full discography not provided in source.

| Year | Title | Type | Notes | Label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 (Aug 15) | Made In Japan (Newly Remixed Version) | Live Album (Reissue/Remix) | Described as "One of Rock's Greatest Live Albums"; 10LP box set available | No data available |
| 2024 (Jul 19) | = 1 | Release (type not specified) | Listed as "= 1 Available Now!" | No data available |

> **Note:** Full discography not available in source data. Only releases referenced in news items and store listings are captured above.

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## 4. Music Videos

> Source data references a Videos page but no individual video titles or URLs are listed.

| Title | URL |
|---|---|
| Videos Page | https://deeppurple.com/pages/videos |
| YouTube Channel | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChFONkdHg3zrt3zaHmx1bKA |

> **Note:** No individual video titles or direct video URLs were available in the source data.

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## 5. Merch

### US Store (https://store.deeppurple.com/)

| Item | Price | Rating | URL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purpendicular T-Shirt | $45.00 | 4/5 | https://store.deeppurple.com/en/deep-purple/clothing/purpendicular-t-shirt/5021732935717_CONFIG.html |
| Purpendicular Recycled Album Vinyl Journal | $20.00 | 5/5 | https://store.deeppurple.com/en/deep-purple/accessories/purpendicular-recycled-album-vinyl-journal/5021732935700.html |
| Come Taste The Band Glass | $25.00 | 3.7/5 | https://store.deeppurple.com/en/deep-purple/accessories/come-taste-the-band-glass/5021732919021.html |
| Come Taste The Band Rocks Glass | $25.00 | 5/5 | https://store.deeppurple.com/en/deep-purple/accessories/come-taste-the-band-rocks-glass/5021732919014.html |
| Made In Japan (10LP) | $224.98 | 3.3/5 | https://store.deeppurple.com/en/deep-purple/special-collections/made-in-japan/made-in-japan-10lp/081227813031.html |
| Made In Japan Bomber Jacket | $150.00 | 5/5 | https://store.deeppurple.com/en/deep-purple/special-collections/made-in-japan/made-in-japan-bomber-jacket/M006206.html |
| Made In Japan Women's Tank Top | $35.00 | 3.5/5 | https://store.deeppurple.com/en/deep-purple/special-collections/made-in-japan/made-in-japan-womens-tank-top/M006274.html |
| Made In Japan Hat | $45.00 | 3.9/5 | https://store.deeppurple.com/en/deep-purple/made-in-japan-hat/5021732698506.html |
| Made In Japan Socks | $25.00 | 4.3/5 | https://store.deeppurple.com/en/deep-purple/special-collections/made-in-japan/made-in-japan-socks/5021732694577.html |

### Additional Store URLs

| Store | URL |
|---|---|
| US Shop | https://store.deeppurple.com/ |
| UK/EU Shop | https://shop.deeppurple.com/gb/ |
| UK & EU Store (alternate) | https://deeppurple.shopnylonmerch.com/ |

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## 6. Social Media & Streaming

| Platform | Handle / URL |
|---|---|
| Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/officialdeeppurple |
| Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/deeppurple_official/ |
| Twitter / X | https://twitter.com/_DeepPurple |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChFONkdHg3zrt3zaHmx1bKA |
| TikTok | No data available |
| Spotify | No data available |
| Apple Music | No data available |
| SoundCloud | No data available |

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## 7. Fan Club & Newsletter

| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| **Newsletter Signup** | Available on https://deeppurple.com (SIGNUP link in navigation) |
| **Signup URL** | https://deeppurple.com (signup form embedded on homepage) |
| **Platform** | Email newsletter (specific platform not named in source) |
| **Patreon** | No data available |
| **Laylo** | No data available |
| **Official Fan Club** | No data available |
| **DP50 Anniversary Site** | https://www.deeppurple50.com/ |

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## 8. FAQ

**Q: When is Deep Purple's next concert?**
The next scheduled concert is on 11 April 2026 at Nippon Budokan in Tokyo, Japan. A full list of tour dates is available at https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours.

**Q: Where can I buy tickets for Deep Purple's 2026 tour?**
Tickets and tour information are available at https://deeppurple.com/pages/tours. Note: The Hellfest date on 18 June 2026 in Clisson, France is listed as SOLD OUT.

**Q: Is Deep Purple playing in the UK?**
Yes. Deep Purple has four UK dates in November 2026: Newcastle (Utilita Arena, 18 Nov), Glasgow (OVO Hydro, 19 Nov), Birmingham (BP Pulse Arena, 21 Nov), Manchester (AO Arena, 22 Nov), and two London dates — Eventim Apollo (24 Nov) and Royal Albert Hall (25 Nov).

**Q: What is Deep Purple's latest release?**
As of the source data, Deep Purple released a newly remixed version of the live album "Made In Japan" on 15 August 2025, described as "One of Rock's Greatest Live Albums." It is available as a 10LP box set for $224.98 at https://store.deeppurple.com/en/deep-purple/special-collections/made-in-japan/made-in-japan-10lp/081227813031.html. Prior to that, "= 1" was released on 19 July 2024.

**Q: Who are the current members of Deep Purple?**
The current lineup is: Ian Gillan (Vocals), Roger Glover (Bass), Ian Paice (Drums), Don Airey (Keyboards), and Simon McBride (Guitar).

**Q: Where can I buy Deep Purple merchandise?**
Merchandise is available at the US Store (https://store.deeppurple.com/), the UK/EU Store (https://shop.deeppurple.com/gb/), and an alternate UK & EU store at https://deeppurple.shopnylonmerch.com/. Items include t-shirts, jackets, accessories, vinyl, and more.

**Q: Is Deep Purple returning to the Royal Albert Hall?**
Yes. Deep Purple announced a return to the Royal Albert Hall in London on 25 November 2026. A prior news article dated 3 February 2026 confirmed this. More info at https://deeppurple.com/blogs/news/deep-purple-returns-to-royal-albert-hall.

**Q: Where can I follow Deep Purple on social media?**
Deep Purple is on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/officialdeeppurple), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/deeppurple_official/), Twitter/X (https://twitter.com/_DeepPurple), and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChFONkdHg3zrt3zaHmx1bKA).