Simon McBride, the guitarist who became Deep Purple’s permanent member in September 2022, replacing Steve Morse, has revealed the upcoming release of his new solo album, Recordings: 2020-2025, set to drop on March 14 via earMUSIC.
The first single from the album, a unique rendition of Duran Duran’s 1992 hit “Ordinary World,” is now available for streaming and download.
“This is such a beautiful song,” McBride says about the single. “I wanted to bring a different feel to it. Like any cover, it’s important to me to be creative while still respecting the original.”
McBride’s rise has been extraordinary. Since joining Deep Purple in 2022, he has captured the attention of audiences around the world, playing a key role in the band’s latest chart-topping album, =1. His career, from years of hard work as a solo artist to gracing the covers of music magazines and achieving multiple number-one chart spots, is the stuff of rock and roll legend.
Recordings 2020-2025 highlights McBride’s distinctive musical style, combining blues, hard rock, and breathtaking guitar skills. Featuring raw and powerful studio sessions, the album reflects the energy of McBride’s live performances. In addition to his original songs, the album includes covers such as “Ordinary World,” Mr. Mister’s “Uniform Of Youth,” and Bryan Adams’s “Kids Wanna Rock.”
With exceptional performances and top-notch production, this album is a must-have for rock fans. For those who have followed McBride’s work with Deep Purple, Recordings 2020-2025 offers an exciting glimpse into his musical range and brilliance.
McBride will also be hitting the road for a European tour in March and April. Tickets are available on his official website.
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