![](images/spacer_FFFFFF.jpg) Deep Purple
![](images/spacer_FFFFFF.jpg) Live in Concert
![](images/spacer_FFFFFF.jpg) Review by Gary Hill
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This is an unusual, but interesting release. Each CD is from a different concert, and actually a different era of the band. The packaging is just a gatefold cardboard sleeve that is pretty bare bones. The difference in the sound of the band on the two CDs is quite interesting to me.
The first disc, which has the better sound quality, features a show from 1997. The lineup on that CD is Ian Gillan, Roger Glover, Jon Lord, Steve Morse and Ian Paice. The sound seems a little proggier than some eras of the band. Then again, Morse's presence brings a lot of that. With the exception of a couple songs on the second disc, I think I prefer this one to that other show. One oddity here for a live recording is a general lack of audience sound. That said, a lot of times that's added in on mixing on live albums.
The second disc was recorded in 1991. While the sound is not quite at the same level as the first disc, it isn't really bad. The lineup on that show is Ritchie Blackmore, Roger Glover, Jon Lord, Ian Paice and Joe Lynn Turner. The set at time leans a little too much on more arena rock vibes. Overall, it's another solid recording of a live performance, though. CD two differs from the first disc in terms of the missing audience sounds, too.
This review is available in book (paperback and hardcover) form in Music Street Journal: 2024 Volume 2 More information and purchase links can be found at: garyhillauthor.com/Music-Street-Journal-2024.
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