contact lost song

The song "Contact Lost" is an instrumental piece by the rock band Deep Purple. It is a tribute and requiem for the Space Shuttle Columbia astronauts who tragically lost their lives. The song was written by guitarist Steve Morse after hearing about the crash. It is featured on Deep Purple's 2003 album "Bananas" and is noted for its slow, somber tone reflecting the tragedy. Steve Morse also donates his royalties from the song to the families of the lost astronauts. "Contact Lost" has been performed live by the band and is regarded as a sensitive and accurate musical tribute to the event.