Ian Gillan is widely regarded as one of the greatest rock singers. Ever. And quite rightly so.
From college bands to Episode Six, Deep Purple, Gillan, Black Sabbath and Deep Purple again. Then solo and Purple again. Complicated, colourful and extensive history.
And 2006 saw Ian Gillan's 40th year in the business. This DVD looks at the man's history. With interviews, TV clips, the complete works.
Disc 1 kicks off with a look at the early work, featuring interviews with Pavarotti (Yes! Really), Ian's mum and even Def Leppard's Joe Elliot. Much of the Deep Purple info is well documented, but nice here all on one set.
Band interviews and live shots etc, which does make for great listening. Disc 1 also features interviews with footballer George Best, a Deep Purple fan who became friends with Gillan; one of the last interviews before he died. A nice touch.
The solo work is interesting, some new and amusing info, but sadly parts are glossed over.
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