{"product_id":"gillan-gillan-1978","title":"GILLAN - Gillan: 1978","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7CD - Limited Edition Box Set \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003efeaturing studio recordings, a live album, and a wealth of B-sides and bonus material from Deep Purple's iconic singer. Comes with 32-page booklet \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ehoused in a 7” x 7” set. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• This box set combines 7 albums from the bands career with \u003cstrong\u003eIan Gillan\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e• Featuring a new interview with \u003cstrong\u003eRich Davenport\u003c\/strong\u003e for the booklet’s notes\u003cbr\u003e• Audio has been re-mastered from original tapes wherever possible and whole package is housed in a 7” x 7” set.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe new \u003cstrong\u003eGillan\u003c\/strong\u003e 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe set includes seven albums from this era, featuring studio recordings, a live album, and a wealth of B-sides and bonus material. The albums featured in this set are as follows: \u003cem\u003eGillan\u003c\/em\u003e (The Japanese Album) – Originally released in September 1978, this was the debut of the band formed by Ian Gillan after leaving the \u003cstrong\u003eIan Gillan Band\u003c\/strong\u003e. It marked a shift away from jazz fusion to a heavier rock sound. \u003cem\u003eMr. Universe\u003c\/em\u003e – Released in 1979, this was a key album that solidified their success, featuring a mix of hard rock and NWOBHM influences. \u003cem\u003eGlory Road\u003c\/em\u003e – A 1980 release, this album is considered the height of the band’s success, both commercially and musically. \u003cem\u003eFuture Shock\u003c\/em\u003e – Released in 1981, this album continued the band’s momentum, but guitarist \u003cstrong\u003eBernie Tormé\u003c\/strong\u003e left shortly afterward. \u003cem\u003eDouble Trouble\u003c\/em\u003e – A double album from 1981 that combined studio tracks and live performances and marked \u003cstrong\u003eJanick Gers\u003c\/strong\u003e' debut as guitarist. \u003cem\u003eMagic\u003c\/em\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. \u003cem\u003eLive From Reading '80\u003c\/em\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 \u003cstrong\u003eIan Gillan\u003c\/strong\u003e conducted by \u003cstrong\u003eRich Davenport\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Demon","offers":[{"title":"1982 - 7CD - Deluxe Box Set","offer_id":49510195560793,"sku":"SDZ-13761","price":48.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/3455\/0945\/files\/Gillan_-_1978-1982_-_Deluxe_7CD_Box_Set_-_2025.jpg?v=1729160922","url":"https:\/\/spindizzyrecords.com\/products\/gillan-gillan-1978","provider":"Spindizzy Dublin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}