Ian Gillan

Ian Gillan (born 19 August 1945 in Hounslow, London) is an English rock music vocalist and songwriter, best known as the lead singer and lyricist for Deep Purple. During his career Gillan also fronted his own band, had a year-long stint as the vocalist for Black Sabbath, and sang the role of Jesus in the original recording of Andrew Lloyd Webber's rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar. In his prime, Gillan was known for his wide vocal range - particu... More

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  • Aug 19, 1945 (age 66 years)

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  • Ian Gilian,
  • イアン・ギリアン,
  • Ian Gillian,
  • Gillan, Ian

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Group Period (start) Period (end)
  • Nov 1982
  • Feb 1984
  • 1984
  • 1989
  • 1965
  • 1969
  • 1978
  • Dec 1982
  • 1969
  • 1973
  • 1992
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