River Deep-Mountain Highby Deep Purple

Artist Bio:
Deep Purple is a British rock band formed in Hertford in 1968. The band is considered to be one of the pioneers of hard rock and heavy metal music. Deep Purple is known for their distinctive sound, which combines elements of classical music, blues, and rock. They are also recognized for their virtuosic musicianship and improvisational skills, particularly displayed in their live performances. The band's most famous lineup, known as the Mark II lineup, included Ian Gillan on vocals, Ritchie Blackmore on guitar, Jon Lord on keyboards, Roger Glover on bass, and Ian Paice on drums.

Deep Purple's most successful and well-known song is "Smoke on the Water," which is a rock anthem that has become a classic in the genre. The band has released numerous albums throughout their career, with many achieving commercial success and critical acclaim. Deep Purple has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and has sold over 100 million records worldwide, solidifying their status as one of the most influential and enduring rock bands in music history.