Deep Purple in Concert
130 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock
A thunderous live testament to hard rock's exuberance and improvisational spirit, featuring electrifying solos and soaring vocals.
Why this album works
'Deep Purple in Concert' is notable for its raw energy and musicianship, contributing to the band's legacy in live rock recordings. It features iconic tracks like 'Smoke on the Water', which remains a staple of classic rock radio and has been covered by numerous artists.
- Best for
- dynamic concert atmosphere extended improvisational sections wave-like pacing with peaks
- Context
- Released in 1972, 'Deep Purple in Concert' captures the band at a pivotal moment following their commercial breakthrough with 'Machine Head' in 1972. This live album showcases their mastery of blending heavy metal with progressive rock elements, solidifying their reputation as one of the era's premier live acts.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rainbow· Freddie Mercury· The Guess Who
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Speed King 7:22
- 2 Child in Time Standout 11:06
- 3 Wring That Neck 18:59
- 4 Mandrake Root 17:38
Disc 2
- 1 Highway Star Standout 8:32
- 2 Strange Kind of Woman 9:17
- 3 Maybe I’m a Leo 6:17
- 4 Never Before 4:34
- 5 Lazy 10:22
- 6 Space Truckin’ 21:46
- 7 Smoke on the Water Standout 7:09
- 8 Lucille 7:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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