Deep Purple’s Expanded 20th Anniversary Reissue of *Rapture of the Deep* Coming August 2025

The remixing duties were helmed by bassist Roger Glover, with the remastering completed in analogue at Hamburg’s Chameleon Studios. The album now boasts a sharper, more polished sound, while retaining the organic warmth that audiophiles appreciate. The reissue revisits the original tracklist and expands it with rare additions like “Things I Never Said,” a bonus track previously limited to the Japanese release, and “MTV,” which had appeared only on select regional editions.

Furthermore, the anniversary edition features an exclusive bonus disc, available in both CD and LP formats, containing unreleased material from the album's 2005 recording sessions. Highlights include alternate studio jams and instrumental takes, alongside “Closing Note,” a never-before-heard instrumental piece by guitarist Steve Morse. These rare recordings provide a fascinating glimpse into the creative process behind the album, offering fans an intimate experience with the band’s workflow during a pivotal time in their career.

Rounding out the package is updated cover art, which offers a fresh visual take that complements the enhanced audio experience. The reissue will be available in several formats to satisfy collectors and vinyl enthusiasts alike, including a 3LP 180-gram edition in classic black vinyl and a strictly limited transparent sky-blue variant.

With the resurgence of interest in Deep Purple’s deep catalog, this anniversary release stands as a testament to the enduring power of Rapture of the Deep. It invites both longtime fans and those new to the band's extensive legacy to revisit an album where evocative lyrics, compelling musicianship, and unyielding energy create an enduring snapshot of the band’s journey through the 21st century.