Album Info
| Artist: | Deep Purple |
| Album: | Slaves And Masters |
| Released: | Europe, 24 May 2012 |
Tracklist:
| A1 | King Of Dreams | 5:30 |
| Written-By - Blackmore, Glover | ||
| A2 | The Cut Runs Deep | 5:42 |
| Written-By - Paice, Lord, Blackmore, Glover | ||
| A3 | Fire In The Basement | 4:43 |
| Written-By - Paice, Lord, Blackmore, Glover | ||
| A4 | Fortuneteller | 5:45 |
| Written-By - Paice, Lord, Blackmore, Glover | ||
| B1 | Truth Hurts | 5:14 |
| Written-By - Blackmore, Glover | ||
| B2 | Love Conquers All | 3:47 |
| Written-By - Blackmore, Glover | ||
| B3 | Breakfast In Bed | 5:16 |
| Written-By - Blackmore, Glover | ||
| B4 | Too Much Is Not Enough | 4:19 |
| Written-By - Greenwood, Held | ||
| B5 | Wicked Ways | 6:35 |
| Written-By - Paice, Lord, Blackmore, Glover |
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Description
"Slaves and Masters," released in 1990, marks a distinctive entry in Deep Purple's extensive discography. This album is notable for featuring Joe Lynn Turner as the lead vocalist, following the departure of Ian Gillan. "Slaves and Masters" presents a departure from Deep Purple's classic hard rock sound, incorporating more elements of AOR (Album-Oriented Rock) and melodic rock, which reflected the musical trends of the late 1980s and early 1990s. Despite mixed reactions from fans and critics due to its stylistic shift, the album showcases the band's versatility and the members' proficiency as musicians.
The album opens with "King of Dreams," a track that immediately sets a different tone with its polished production and melodic hooks. Turner's powerful and emotive vocal delivery, combined with Ritchie Blackmore's distinctive guitar work, creates a compelling blend of hard rock and melodic elements. The song's introspective lyrics and catchy chorus exemplify the album's more accessible rock approach.
"The Cut Runs Deep" provides a nod to Deep Purple's earlier, more hard-hitting style, featuring Jon Lord's organ playing and Ian Paice's driving drum beats. The track's energetic pace and dynamic shifts serve as a reminder of the band's prowess in crafting songs that are both technically complex and immediately engaging.
"Fire in the Basement" is another highlight, showcasing the band's bluesy roots with its groovy rhythm section and Blackmore's fiery guitar solos. The song's raw energy and straightforward rock approach contrast with the album's more polished tracks, offering a glimpse of Deep Purple's classic sound.
"Wicked Ways" closes the album on a high note, with its anthemic melody and Turner's soaring vocals. The track's blend of hard rock and AOR elements encapsulates the album's overall sound, combining memorable melodies with the band's signature instrumental prowess.
The production of "Slaves and Masters," handled by Roger Glover, one of the band's members, emphasizes clarity and polish, with a focus on crafting a sound that would resonate with the contemporary rock audience of the time. This production approach, while different from the rawer sound of Deep Purple's earlier work, highlights the band's adaptability and willingness to explore new musical directions.
In conclusion, "Slaves and Masters" represents a unique phase in Deep Purple's evolution, characterized by its blend of melodic rock and traditional hard rock elements. While the album may have divided opinion among fans due to its departure from the band's classic sound, it stands as a testament to Deep Purple's musical versatility and their ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes. "Slaves and Masters" offers an intriguing glimpse into an alternative facet of Deep Purple's storied career, showcasing the band's skill and creativity in a different musical context.
