# Deep Purple SPLAT! album rollout and reception > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/deep-purple-announces-new-album-splat-and-global-tour-plans > Updated: 2026-08-13T11:06:59.000Z. Sources: 58. Developments: 15. Deep Purple’s 24th studio album, SPLAT!, was released on 3 July 2026 via earMUSIC. Produced by Bob Ezrin, the 13-track record explores humanity’s end as a metamorphosis rather than an apocalypse. The album features a lineup of Ian Gillan (vocals), Roger Glover (bass), Ian Paice (drums), Don Airey (keyboards), and guitarist Simon McBride, who replaced Steve Morse. Preceding the release, the band issued singles “Arrogant Boy”, “Diablo” (featuring Keith Urban), and “Guilt Trippin’”. The latter was described by Gillan as a track born from the “pure joy of yelling”. The album’s cover, designed by Italian studio Asteria, utilizes futurist and metaphysical motifs inspired by artists like Magritte. Critical reception has been generally positive, with reviewers noting the band’s ability to blend hard-rock energy with prog-rock elements. While some critics praised the instrumental interplay and Gillan’s vocal authority, others noted a dip in intensity during the second half of the record. Scores have ranged from 3/5 to 9/10. To support the album, the band launched an 86-date world tour across 28 countries. Following European summer dates and a headline performance at the 60th Montreux Jazz Festival, the tour is scheduled to move into North America in August and South America in December. Notable upcoming dates include a headline show at London’s Royal Albert Hall on 25 November and several Italian performances in July and October. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-13: Deep Purple releases new single ‘Diablo’ ahead of ‘Splat!’ album Deep Purple has released the single ‘Diablo’ from their upcoming album ‘Splat!’, featuring guest guitarist Keith Urban, ahead of a major 86-show world tour. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/deep-purple-releases-new-single-diablo-ahead-of-splat-album ### 2026-07-17: Deep Purple releases 'Splat!' album and headlines Montreux Jazz Festival Deep Purple released their new album Splat!—produced by Bob Ezrin—and performed at the 60th Montreux Jazz Festival, continuing a European tour. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/deep-purple-releases-splat-album-and-headlines-montreux-jazz-festival ### 2026-07-14: Deep Purple releases new album “SPLAT!” Deep Purple’s 24th studio album “SPLAT!” released 3 July via earMUSIC, produced by Bob Ezrin and featuring new guitarist Simon McBride. Critics hail its powerful riffs and lively rock sound, calling it a strong 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/deep-purple-releases-new-studio-album-splat ### 2026-07-02: Deep Purple releases new album 'Splat Deep Purple's new album 'Splat!' launches with mixed reviews, praised for musicianship but seen as uneven. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/deep-purple-releases-new-album-splat ### 2026-06-28: Deep Purple releases new album SPLAT! with Italian‑designed cover art Deep Purple’s 24th album SPLAT! drops 3 July 2026, produced by Bob Ezrin, featuring new guitarist Simon McBride, a humanity‑metamorphosis theme, Italian‑designed cover art, and an upcoming tour with Italian‑leg 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/deep-purple-releases-24th-studio-album-splat ### 2026-06-27: Deep Purple to Release New Album 'Splat!' on July 3, 2026 Deep Purple’s 24th album, Splat!, drops 3 July 2026, produced by Bob Ezrin with guest guitarist Keith Urban; a world tour of 86 shows in 28 countries follows, including French dates in October‑November. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/deep-purple-to-release-new-album-splat-on-july-3-2026 ### 2026-06-23: Deep Purple releases new single Guilt Trippin’ before SPLAT! album Deep Purple drops single “Guilt Trippin’” ahead of July 3 SPLAT! album; video shows God and Darwin drinking, Gillian jokes about his screaming vow; album explores humanity’s end as transformation; world tour ‑ 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/deep-purple-releases-new-single-guilt-trippin-with-video-ahead-of-july-album-splat ### 2026-06-06: Deep Purple releases new single “Diablo” featuring Keith Urban Deep Purple’s new single “Diablo,” featuring Keith Urban, previews the July 3 album SPLAT! and launches a European‑then‑North‑American tour. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/deep-purple-releases-new-single-diablo-featuring-keith-urban-1 ### 2026-06-05: Deep Purple releases new single “Diablo” featuring Keith Urban Deep Purple’s new single “Diablo,” featuring Keith Urban, arrives ahead of the 3 July album Splat!, with a video debut on 7 June and Italian shows scheduled for July and October. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/deep-purple-releases-new-single-diablo-featuring-keith-urban ### 2026-06-05: Deep Purple announces July release of new album “Splat!” Deep Purple’s new album ‘SPLAT!’ drops 3 July, produced by Bob Ezrin, with singles “Arrogant Boy” and “Diablo” (featuring Keith Urban). An 86‑date world tour begins later this year. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/deep-purple-announces-july-release-of-new-album-splat ### 2026-05-19: Deep Purple releases “Arrogant Boy” single, announces SPLAT! album and 86‑date world tour Deep Purple drops “Arrogant Boy,” unveils SPLAT! album (July 3) and an 86‑show world tour across 28 countries. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/deep-purple-releases-arrogant-boy-single-announces-splat-album-and-86date-world-tour ### 2026-05-15: Deep Purple releases 'Arrogant Boy' single and announces July album SPLAT! Deep Purple drops 'Arrogant Boy' single, announces July 3 album SPLAT! and a 86‑date world tour. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/deep-purple-releases-arrogant-boy-single-and-announces-july-album-splat ### 2026-05-13: Deep Purple releases new single 'Arrogant Boy' ahead of SPLAT! album Deep Purple drops new single 'Arrogant Boy', the first from July 3 SPLAT! album, with a world tour announced for 2026. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/deep-purple-drops-new-single-arrogant-boy-from-upcoming-splat-album ### 2026-05-10: Deep Purple announces new album “Splat!” and 2026 world tour Deep Purple’s new album “Splat!” releases July 3, 2024, with an 86‑day world tour beginning later this year. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/deep-purple-announces-new-album-splat-and-2026-world-tour ### 2026-05-06: Deep Purple Announces New Album SPLAT! and Limited Edition Box Set Deep Purple's new album SPLAT! arrives 3 July 2026, with a limited box set featuring extra vinyl and a bonus track. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/deep-purple-announces-new-album-splat-and-limited-edition-box-set --- Cite as: Deep Purple SPLAT! album rollout and reception. 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