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After quitting Deep Purple in July 1973, the singer initially began making new music with the jazz-rock of the Ian Gillan Band, before taking a more direct, hard rock direction with the band Gillan in 1978. This collection presents a generous slice of the music Gillan made and performed live between 1978 and 1982.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKicking off with \u003ci\u003eLive at The Marquee 1978\u003c\/i\u003e (CD1), featuring long standing Gillan members John McCoy on bass and Colin Towns on keyboards, joined by guitarist Steve Byrd and drummer Pete Barnacle. with a rare guest appearance from Gillan’s Deep Purple band-mate, none other than Ritchie Blackmore. Ever since Deep Purple recorded Made In Japan in 1972 Ian Gillan has enjoyed a huge amount of popularity in the Far East. In a set similar to the Marquee show, \u003ci\u003eLive in Tokyo 1978\u003c\/i\u003e (CD2), recorded at the Shinjuku Koseinenkin Hall in Japan, captures Gillan before an appreciative Japanese crowd.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy the time that Gillan released 1980’s \u003ci\u003eGlory Road\u003c\/i\u003e, the band could comfortably sell out major venues across the UK. Now joined by Bernie Tormé on guitar and Mick Underwood on drums, the classic Gillan line-up was born and captured on \u003ci\u003eLive at Hammersmith 1980\u003c\/i\u003e (CD3). Recorded while promoting 1981’s \u003ci\u003eFuture Shock\u003c\/i\u003e album, \u003ci\u003eLive in Aachen 1981\u003c\/i\u003e (CD4) was recorded at Eurogress, Aachen, Germany on 17th June 1981, and is notable for capturing Bernie Tormé’s last recorded show with Gillan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBernie Tormé was replaced in 1981 by former White Spirit and future Iron Maiden guitar-slinger, Janick Gers. Gers was a big Blackmore fan, so Deep Purple’s hit single ‘Black Night’ was a welcome addition to the Magic tour when Gillan played Live at Glasgow’s Apollo Theatre in Scotland on 6th November 1982, captured here on \u003ci\u003eLive in Glasgow 1982\u003c\/i\u003e (CD5).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuch was Gillan’s appeal in the UK that by 1982’s Magic, they could fill arenas at home. \u003ci\u003eLive at Wembley 1982\u003c\/i\u003e (CD6) recorded at Wembley Arena, London, 17th December 1982 would be Gillan’s final show, as the band would disband shortly after when the singer initially joined Black Sabbath before taking part in Deep Purple’s much anticipated 1984 reunion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Purple Records","offers":[{"title":"CDx6","offer_id":50529993949515,"sku":"2049123","price":37.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/Gillan_PurpleBox031_7daadeda_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1728069868"},{"product_id":"1978-1982","title":"1978 - 1982","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe new Gillan 7-CD box set offers a comprehensive collection of the band's work during the years from 1978 to 1982, when they rose to prominence in the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) scene.   The set includes seven albums from this era, featuring studio recordings, a live album, and a wealth of B-sides and bonus material. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe albums featured in this set are as follows: \u003ci\u003eGillan\u003c\/i\u003e (The Japanese Album) – Originally released in September 1978, this was the debut of the band formed by Ian Gillan after leaving the Ian Gillan Band. It marked a shift away from jazz fusion to a heavier rock sound.\u003ci\u003e Mr. Universe\u003c\/i\u003e – Released in 1979, this was a key album that solidified their success, featuring a mix of hard rock and NWOBHM influences. \u003ci\u003eGlory Road\u003c\/i\u003e – A 1980 release, this album is considered the height of the band’s success, both commercially and musically. \u003ci\u003eFuture Shock\u003c\/i\u003e – Released in 1981, this album continued the band’s momentum, but guitarist Bernie Tormé left shortly afterward. \u003ci\u003eDouble Trouble\u003c\/i\u003e – A double album from 1981 that combined studio tracks and live performances and marked Janick Gers' debut as guitarist. \u003ci\u003eMagic\u003c\/i\u003e – Released in 1982, this was the band's final studio album before they disbanded after their last performance at Wembley Arena in December 1982. \u003ci\u003eLive From Reading '80\u003c\/i\u003e – A live album capturing the band’s powerful live performances at the Reading Festival in 1980.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe collection includes a new interview with Ian Gillan conducted by Rich Davenport, providing deeper insights into the band's history and the albums. The audio has been remastered from the original tapes where possible, ensuring high-quality sound. The packaging is designed in a 7” x 7” format, with 32-page booklet, offering a unique visual presentation for collectors.   This set is a valuable offering for fans of Gillan and collectors of rock history, especially from the era of NWOBHM, showcasing the evolution of a band led by one of rock’s iconic vocalists.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Edsel","offers":[{"title":"CDx7","offer_id":51129736593739,"sku":"2228021","price":37.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/Gillan_EDSL0211_740155741136_stickered_d4749c23_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1737380008"},{"product_id":"future-shock","title":"Future Shock","description":"\u003cp\u003eGillan, led by Deep Purple’s iconic vocalist Ian Gillan, emerged from the jazz fusion roots of the Ian Gillan Band, blazing a short but intense trail through the golden era of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal. 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