L.A. Guns Unleash a Sonic Fury with 'Space Truckin'' on Deep Purple Tribute
Brace yourselves, metalheads! L.A. Guns have just cranked up the decibels with their thunderous take on Deep Purple's iconic "Space Truckin'" as part of the upcoming tribute album, Purple Storm – A Tribute To Deep Purple. This is not just another cover; it's a career-defining moment for the band, once again proving their undying reverence for the heavyweights of yesteryear. Tracii Guns himself declared, "Deep Purple is one of our biggest influences, so any excuse to play one of their songs, we will take.”
Originally unleashed in 1972 as the show-stopping finale of Purple's seminal Machine Head, “Space Truckin’” has long been a staple of rock lore. Ritchie Blackmore’s legendary performances turned it into an epic marathon of guitar wizardry and wild theatrics, famously culminating in his infamous destruction of a TV camera at the California Jam in '74. While L.A. Guns may not be lighting cameras ablaze, their rendition is no less electrifying. With Adam Hamilton at the production helm, the band’s version is a high-octane journey that keeps listeners on the edge of their seats.
Clocking in at just under five minutes, L.A. Guns deliver a powerhouse performance that showcases Tracii’s fiery guitar work and Phil Lewis’s unmistakable vocal prowess. This is the kind of tribute that reaffirms their place in the pantheon of rock, reminding us just how crucial Deep Purple's legacy is to the metal tapestry.
The Purple Storm album doesn’t stop with “Space Truckin’,” either. Featuring a lineup that reads like a who’s who of rock royalty, including Chris Adler, David Ellefson, and George Lynch, this tribute is packed with 11 reimagined classics. From “Highway Star” to “Smoke On The Water” and “Child In Time,” each track is a testament to Deep Purple's monumental impact on the genre.
Mark your calendars for November 13, when this tribute drops. Prepare to experience the legends through the eyes of those they inspired. Pre-orders for CD and vinyl are live now, because this is one you won't want to miss.