Total Abandon: Australia '99
Deep Purple · 1999
116 min · 16 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock
A fiery blend of classic rock anthems, showcasing virtuoso musicianship and a raw, energetic live performance spirit.
Why this album works
- Best for
- back-loaded energy for late nights cathartic sing-alongs with friends fiery live performance atmosphere
- Context
- Released in 1999, 'Total Abandon: Australia '99' captures Deep Purple's enduring vitality as they navigated the late stages of their career. This live album followed their 1996 studio effort 'Purpendicular' and showcased the revitalized lineup featuring guitarist Steve Morse, marking a new chapter for the band after several lineup changes.
- If you like
- hard rock, progressive rock, psychedelic rock
Total Abandon: Australia '99 is an album by Deep Purple, released in 1999. A fiery blend of classic rock anthems, showcasing virtuoso musicianship and a raw, energetic live performance spirit. The album is significant as it reflects Deep Purple's ability to remain relevant in the rock scene and features their classic hits performed live, resonating with both longtime fans and new listeners. It highlights a successful tour that celebrated their legacy while also achieving commercial success, particularly in Australia where it was well-received. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Total Abandon: Australia '99 sound like?
A fiery blend of classic rock anthems, showcasing virtuoso musicianship and a raw, energetic live performance spirit. Rooted in hard rock and progressive rock.
What makes Total Abandon: Australia '99 by Deep Purple notable?
The album is significant as it reflects Deep Purple's ability to remain relevant in the rock scene and features their classic hits performed live, resonating with both longtime fans and new listeners. It highlights a successful tour that celebrated their legacy while also achieving commercial success, particularly in Australia where it was well-received. Released in 1999, 'Total Abandon: Australia '99' captures Deep Purple's enduring vitality as they navigated the late stages of their career. This live album followed their 1996 studio effort 'Purpendicular' and showcased the revitalized lineup featuring guitarist Steve Morse, marking a new chapter for the band after several lineup changes.
Who is Total Abandon: Australia '99 for?
Total Abandon: Australia '99 works well if you're into back-loaded energy for late nights, cathartic sing-alongs with friends and fiery live performance atmosphere.
How many songs are on Total Abandon: Australia '99?
Total Abandon: Australia '99 has 16 tracks, running approximately 116 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Ted the Mechanic 4:50
- 2 Strange Kind of Woman Standout 6:23
- 3 Bloodsucker 4:56
- 4 Pictures of Home 8:19
- 5 Almost Human 6:16
- 6 Woman From Tokyo 6:47
- 7 Watching the Sky 5:46
- 8 Fireball 4:44
- 9 Sometimes I Feel Like Screaming 7:11
- 10 Steve Morse (Guitar Solo) 8:42
- 11 Smoke on the Water Standout 9:01
Disc 2
- 1 Lazy 8:49
- 2 Perfect Strangers 6:18
- 3 Speed King 14:28
- 4 Black Night 6:21
- 5 Highway Star Standout 7:16
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
116 min 11 sec
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