DEEP PURPLE the house of blue light interview album phil easton DEEP2A

Deep Purple’s Mk II Reunion Spoken: ‘The House Of Blue Light Interview Album’ (DEEP 2A)

Today’s entry is a fascinating spoken-word artifact for the dedicated Deep Purple historian. We are examining the 1987 UK Advance pressing of The House Of Blue Light Interview Album, released on Polydor with the unique catalog number DEEP 2A.

A Promotional Time Capsule

Released in 1987, this album was produced strictly for promotional purposes to support the release of The House Of Blue Light, the second studio album from the reunited Mark II lineup (Gillan, Blackmore, Glover, Lord, and Paice). The record features in-depth interviews conducted by the renowned British DJ and rock journalist Phil Easton. It offers a rare window into the band’s dynamics during this volatile but creative period, as they discuss the making of the new record and their experiences following the massive success of their comeback album, Perfect Strangers.

Limited UK Advance Edition

This is a Limited Edition release intended for radio stations and industry insiders. As an “Advance” copy, it was circulated before the commercial album hit the shelves to generate press coverage. The vinyl features simple labels printed with “1” and “2” to distinguish the sides. For collectors, this is a unique companion piece that provides the narrative context behind one of the band’s late-80s classics.