Deep Purple’s Smoke On The Water (Film Clip)

Recorded in December 1971, Deep Purple’s Smoke On The Water is one of the worlds greatest rock songs. Incredibly the song only became in a hit on the billboard charts when the live version from ’Made In Japan’ rocketed into the charts. For a significant period, both the studio and live versions were in the US Top 10. This version is from the #1 Global Album ’Machine Head’ this video tells the story behind the song Deep Purple featuring Ian Gillan, Ritchie Blackmore, Jon Lord, Roger Glover & Ian Paice. The classic Mark 2 line up. Video directed by Robbie Newby :