DEEP PURPLE: Rock band from Hertford, Hertforshire in England, formed in 1968. This band is considered as one of the founders of the Hard Rock genre with Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath. 2 vinyl records in Japanese pressing. 1st record: Smoke on the water (4'34 version) - Smoke on the water (3'48 version) Warner Pioneer Corporation - Tokyo 1976. 2nd record: Smoke on the water (4'34 version) - Smoke on the water (3'48 version) Warner Pioneer Corporation - Tokyo 1973. 2 rare copies.

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