Gillan

British hard rock band formed by Ian Gillan in 1978 after leaving Deep Purple; active until 1982.

The 1978 debut album (Gillan aka The Japanese Album) was initially released only in Japan, New Zealand and Australia. The debut lineup on that record included guitarist Steve Byrd, keyboardist Colin Towns, drummer Liam Genockey and bassist Jon McCoy. Ian Gillan was previously the frontman of Deep Purple.

This review covers Gillan's 1978 debut (released initially in Japan, New Zealand and Australia) and praises its solid hard rock foundation and varied themes. The lineup on the record includes Steve Byrd, Colin Towns, Liam Genockey and Jon McCoy. Ian Gillan's voice is described as changed but still fierce, and the album is considered a strong hard rock effort.

For:Fans of classic hard rock, followers of Ian Gillan/Deep Purple, and collectors of late 1970s rock records.