Phoenix Rising
150 min · 16 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock
A high-octane blend of hard rock and progressive elements igniting the energy of a live performance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like energy throughout listening
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- immersive live performance feel
- long tracks for deep engagement
- concert experience in studio
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Captures a transitional phase with live recordings but not the most recognized work.
- Themes
- fire-lit memories· band evolution· hard rock intensity
- Career context
- Released in 1975, 'Phoenix Rising' showcases Deep Purple during a transitional phase, following their acclaimed 'Machine Head' and amidst lineup changes. This album captures the band's evolution as they adapted to new musical influences while maintaining their signature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Led Zeppelin· Black Sabbath· Rainbow
- If this clicks, go next to
- Infinite — Continues the high-energy sound with modern production and fresh themes.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Physical Graffiti by Led Zeppelin — Captures a similar blend of hard rock and progressive experimentation with dynamic live energy.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Burn".
Disc 1
- 1 Burn Start here 8:09
- 2 Getting Tighter 15:05
- 3 Love Child 4:24
- 4 Smoke on the Water 9:30
- 5 Lazy 11:50
- 6 Homeward Strut 5:44
- 7 You Keep On Moving 5:45
- 8 Stormbringer 9:47
Disc 2
- 1 30 Minute Concert: Burn
- 2 30 Minute Concert: Love Child
- 3 30 Minute Concert: Smoke on the Water
- 4 30 Minute Concert: You Keep On Moving
- 5 30 Minute Concert: Highway Star
- 6 Gettin’ Tighter: 80 Minute Music Documentary 1:20:00
- 7 Extras: Jakarta, December 1975 – Interview With Jon Lord & Glenn Hughes
- 8 Extras: Come Taste the Band – Electronic Press Kit
What to play next
This album is considered a Deep Cut in Deep Purple's catalog. Captures a transitional phase with live recordings but not the most recognized work.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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