Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

77 /100
Summit
Higher than 99% of albums we've rated

A powerful live showcase that balances intricate musicianship with raw energy, solidifying its status in rock history.

What we noticed

  • Each song is significantly longer than their studio counterparts, with 'Highway Star' and 'Child in Time' both exceeding eight minutes.
  • The setlist is arranged to build intensity, starting with high-energy tracks and culminating in climactic performances.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
9/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
8/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 8/10

Defined its genre or moment. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Made in Japan – The Rise of Deep Purple Mk II 59:05
  • 2 Smoke on the Water (official clip) 6:03
  • 3 The Revolution (1972) 11:12
  • 4 Germany 1972 3:27
  • 5 Smoke on the Water (live Hofstra 1973) 7:17

Reference: MusicBrainz