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Smoke on the Water

Dun-dun-DUN! Hear one of rock's most iconic guitar riffs ever with Deep Purple's legendary 1973 hard...
BAND | Deep Purple

"Smoke on the Water"

Last updated 📅 2025-04-19

Dun-dun-DUN! Hear one of rock's most iconic guitar riffs ever with Deep Purple's legendary 1973 hard rock anthem, "Smoke on the Water." This heavy metal cornerstone from the Machine Head album tells a true story with unforgettable power, a timeless cruisin' classic.

  • TITLE: Smoke on the Water
  • BAND: Deep Purple
  • GENRE: Hard Rock, Heavy Metal
  • OTHER: Cruisin Classic
  • RELEASEDAY: May 12
  • YEAR: 1973

Featured on the classic 1972 album Machine Head and released as a massive hit single the following year, "Smoke on the Water" became Deep Purple's signature song. Its simple yet powerful riff, penned by Ritchie Blackmore, combined with Ian Gillan's narrative vocals created a hard rock/heavy metal masterpiece.

This driving 1973 rock staple recounts a real-life fire, set to a heavy groove powered by Jon Lord's organ and the solid rhythm section. Instantly recognizable and universally loved, "Smoke on the Water" remains an essential hard rock track and ultimate cruisin' classic for any generation.

SONG MEANING: The lyrics chronicle the true story of the Montreux Casino burning down during a Frank Zappa concert in December 1971, an event witnessed by the members of Deep Purple who were there to record an album. The title refers to the smoke from the fire spreading over Lake Geneva ("Smoke on the water, fire in the sky").

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"Deep Purple"

Unleash the power of Deep Purple! These legendary British rockers are pioneers of hard rock and heavy metal. Famed for virtuosic musicianship, blending powerful riffs, groundbreaking keyboard work, and soaring vocals, their influential sound, particularly from the iconic Mark II lineup, shaped generations of rock music worldwide.
  • TITLE: Deep Purple
  • ACTIVE: 1968–1976 (1968), 1984–present (1984)
  • BAND: Deep Purple
Among their landmark achievements is a blistering 1972 anthem celebrated for its sheer speed and intensity. Featuring legendary, neo-classical inspired guitar and organ solos traded at furious pace over a relentless rhythm, this influential ode to automotive power became a benchmark for hard rock virtuosity and performance...
BAND | Deep Purple

"Highway Star"

Feel the speed with Deep Purple's "Highway Star"! This explosive 1972 Hard Rock and Heavy Metal classic is pure adrenaline. Renowned for its blistering solos and driving rhythm, it's a definitive "Cruisin Classic" celebrating fast cars and raw power – a landmark track in rock history.
  • TITLE: Highway Star
  • BAND: Deep Purple
  • GENRE: Hard Rock, Heavy Metal
  • OTHER: Cruisin Classic, Workout Song
  • RELEASEDAY: March 25
  • YEAR: 1972
Released on Deep Purple's iconic 1972 album Machine Head, "Highway Star" showcases the legendary Mark II lineup at its peak. Considered a cornerstone of Hard Rock and early Heavy Metal, the track features incredible speed, a relentless driving beat, and groundbreaking, neo-classical inspired keyboard and guitar solos from Jon Lord and Ritchie Blackmore respectively, setting new standards for rock virtuosity...
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