Made In Japan - DEEP PURPLE****

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Made In Japan was a double live album from the celebrated hard rock group Deep Purple, recorded in August 1972 at Tokyo and Osaka. These stretched out versions of some of their best songs are noted for the improvisational skills of each group member. (US:6 UK:16)

“Deep Purple were once the loudest rock band on the planet, and If ever a band's essence was encapsulated on a single album, that recording would certainly be Made In Japan. Nearly every cut on this live album is better than the studio versions; in fact, this is so good that if you own this you don't really need another Deep Purple album.”

“Deep Purple at their metallic finest burning through a set of utter classics. That's why Made In Japan is simply one of the greatest live albums of all time. There's not one wasted note or musical misstep. Purple grab you, pull you in and take your ears on the ride of their lives.”

“Made In Japan is still considered as one of the best live albums of all time, that shows what Deep Purple were all about. The improvisations the band did on stage are second to none.”

“This is the only live document of Mark 2 Deep Purple you'll ever need. The superb improvisational skills of each member are constantly on display; these long sprawling jams travel at breakneck speed. I can't begin to describe how enjoyable this record is. Sure, these songs are incredibly long but excess was what hard rock in the 1970s was all about. Each band member shines here.”

“British rock legends Deep Purple, in their second incarnation called Mk II, were one of the definitive bands of all time and this live recording captures them at their absolute peak form, resulting in an iconic album which is an integral part of the pantheon of live rock albums. Between them they shared a rare ability to write incredible catchy riffs that stuck with the listener forever and some of the most beautiful rock melodies ever composed.”