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On this Ian Paice Interview, how Deep Purple started and an early advantage they had, playing with Paul McCartney, David Gilmour, Gary Moore... how Gary Moore inadvertently painted himself into a musical corner he couldn’t get out of… playing in Jakarta with Tommy Bolin, smuggling Ritchie Blackmore out of California Jam in a helicopter so he wouldn’t be arrested by the Sheriff... why the band members all needed oxygen bottles for their Bolivia gig… warm thoughts on being a parent & of his own parents, a few Deep Purple songs where he thought he “nailed it!” (None of them are what you’re thinking!)... how he’s changed over the last few years, THE most important business lesson he’s learned in more than 50 years of performance. TONS more. VERY candid, very kind, total professional!
Ian Paice is the drummer and last remaining original member of Deep Purple still active in the band today. Ian founded Deep Purple with singer Rod Evans & guitarist Richie Blackmore, in March 1968. Ian’s also played & toured with Whitesnake, Gary Moore, Paice Ashton Lord, Paul McCartney, George Harrison & others. Ian co-wrote many of DP’s classic tracks, including Child in Time, Highway Star, Lazy, Smoke on the Water, Woman from Tokyo and others. He’s also a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
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[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

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[@euanelliott3613]

Ian Paice is my favourite drummer of all time. A true gentleman.

[@kennethmoh9042]

@Chaz . Not by a wide margin. He is probably the best but Cozy Powell is very close, if not as good.

[@mackydog99]

I've thought about it a lot and it's been my opinion, for what it's worth, that Ian Paice may just be my favorite drummer. I'm almost 70 so I've heard some of the best and that includes guys like Buddy Rich, Ringo Starr, Duke Renfrow and so many others. Just like guitarists.....too many great ones to choose from. I guess it helps to be a big fan of the bands that they play with.

[@andrewharris8742]

I am 62yrs old. I Remember sitting around a friend's house when I was 12years old when I heard Deep Purple for the first time. What a drunner I said, I still haven't heard a better one. Andrew Harris

[@seranadesongs]

Probably my favorite dummer of all time. I grew up listening to Deep Purple and loved his drumming perfection! Truly one of a kind!

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Yes, I agree @seranadesongs - thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !

[@veloman59]

Ian is one of the most influential rock drummers ever. I can clearly remember listening to Made in Japan when I was 15 and being knocked to the floor by his playing! Phenomenal..

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Yes, I agree Simon - thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !

[@richardsinger01]

I agree with you, but somehow he seem to have flown under the radar as far as reputation goes. When did you ever hear his name mentioned when people are discussing their favourite (or best, whatever that means) drummers of all time? I don't think this is anything to do with ability or influence. Maybe its because he's a more private person than your average rock star?

[@captainamerica9353]

@@richardsinger01 , yes, well to answer your question, Ian was a contemporary of Ringo, Watts, Moon, Bonham, Baker, and later, Peart, so he was in the company of other legends. Secondly, Purple was a 5 piece band with Ritchie and Jon getting much of the attention?

[@kennethmohlin7043]

Ian Paice and Cozy Powell are the best.

[@bhobo09]

1st class gentleman and world class rock drummer no matter his age he is up there with the best rock drummers of all time!

[@Rhino1277HotRails]

No doubt

[@mackydog99]

Absolutely!

[@johns7272]

so why you even mentioning his age?

[@larrycourtneyjr.126]

He's one of the most badass drummers of all time, shamefully underrated..

[@illusionclassicrock6742]

@@johns7272 Because one. It shows his legendary status. And two, because by his age, a lot of drummers bodies have fallen apart from playing. So it’s even more impressive.

[@gregharrison5479]

A force of nature that the guys in early Purple found Ian's playing difficult to explain. Lord once said, "we just shook our heads."

[@krisdecave4167]

Thanks to Ian Paice for all those years of unforgettable music.He stands in another level of musicianship. Respect.............

[@ericblankenburg]

He is the most underrated drummer of the rock era. He doesn't get anywhere near the respect he deserves.

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Yes, I agree Eric - thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !

[@drumsanddrumming]

Ian is so articulate and really wise, along being a great drummer.

[@pjones8404]

Can't express enough how important Ian Paice has been to my drumming life. My single biggest influence. Named my first son Ian. I have a full replica 1972 Ludwig "Made In Japan" drum kit. The sheer number of hours I spent playing to his records could never be measured. So...jump ahead to College and I was lucky enough to get the drum seat in one of the best big bands in the United States. One of my oldest friends asked me once..."we listen to mostly rock and metal..but then you sit down and swing your ass off! How do you explain that?" I didn't have an answer for him until decades later and it hit me. I grew up listening to Ian Paice, Danny Seraphine, John Bonham, Joe Morello, Carl Palmer, Mitch Mitchell...and THEIR love of early jazz greats was translated straight into me by accident! Just like Ian said. That is just how I translated things so when I switched mindsets and did the jazz thing...I approached it from a rock/jazz mentality and had the best of both worlds. Ian is the first and most important link between players like Buddy Rich, Louie Bellson, Gene Krupa and Joe Morello...and the rock drummers that followed. Unlimited chops...feel for days..huge glorious wide open sound..(Ian's snare drum is still the standard I try to achieve every time I sit at my drums) a stunning soloist...it can do it all. Thank you and continued good health and success.

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Very cool, thanks for sharing that, pjones8404 🙌🏻💥🎉 subscribe: elg.fun/subscribe

[@purplemaniac1532]

i feel you mate !

[@kentkearney6623]

What snare is this ?

[@captainamerica9353]

If you are a rock / jazz guy I assume you're a fan of Bill Bruford and Alan White, also?

[@ronaldknoebel3247]

Wow what a genuinely personable human being. On stage he is an alien from space. A drum style all his own and the ability to pull you in and keep you there. Best classic rock drummer by far !

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Yes, I agree @ronaldknoebel3247 - thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !

[@djionobau2233]

Ian for me one of the best drummer in rock history

[@chrisfamoo5729]

Great,great drummer and a genuinely nice and seemingly humble man.

[@tkatnokia95]

I really enjoyed this interview. Ian is very nice person and so down-to-earth. He was the main reason for me to start playing drums. As a school kid I used to listen to Made in Japan, Machine Head, Fireball, In Rock and Who Do We Think We Are (very high on my list of Purple albums) and tried to remember how Ian played and I wished that I would be as good. All the best to my idol and his family ❤

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Thank you for listening Xxx! 🎉🔥😇

[@anthonymcdibble9496]

He is my favourite drummer. Absolute legend. And what a charming man.

[@robertryanclarkstuff-at-rr6432]

I got Deep Purple In Rock for my 15th birthday in 1970. It changed my life. the drumming on the album is immense.

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Yes, I agree Robert Ryan Clark stuffatrrc - thanks for listening! subscribe: elg.fun/subscribe

[@micapeakproductions]

High hat work on “ woman from Tokyo” is impressive.

[@hazor777]

A TON of respect to Mr. Ian Paice - he is a consummate professional (as are all members of DP!). Some of the most captivating drumming, imo. His ability to swing the song but work within the framework is amazing. DP is one of the most creative BANDS around - as in RIGHT NOW. Much respect for years of experience / dedication and making it look effortless - true artists.

[@paulofreire7520]

My all time favorite drummer. Saw him twice in Lisbon with Deep Purple. God bless you Ian 🙏🏻 Thank you

[@roy421000]

Ian Paice: One of the great drummers, but an even better human being.

[@davidyoung8875]

I never saw anyone play drums left handed before. Changed my life. Yes i am a left handed drummer thanks to Ian.

[@rodrobson]

Ian Paice is a gentleman and a very fine drummer

[@4tinfaces]

So great to see the human behind the media. I met Rodger Glover back stage a few years ago-same type of guy as Ian-Super nice, no ego, highly intelligent. For me it was super special.

[@ferox965]

Paice should be mentioned with the same reverence as Bonham. What a monster. You Fool No One is such a hot tune.

[@Rhino1277HotRails]

Ian . Thank you. You are my hero. I just turned 58, and luckily for me, instead of listening to the Beatlez all day we were allowed to listen to Deep Purple and MI5 and Blue Oyster Cult. Forever fan thanks Always faithful. Your Friend Chris

[@karlen5774]

I've been a DP fan since 1974-75. I always like Ian as a drummer, now I see he is a nice man too. Absolute class.

[@joeysplats3209]

Ian Paice is the stability in Deep Purple. Always there. Always on time. And always smackin' the skins with flair.

[@CalliGom]

Every time I read Ian Paice I will think of the drum intro to Fireball. Amazing! Got to see DP with Steve Morse and it was out of this world. Love Ian, love DP!

[@AGDinCA]

This was one of the best interviews ever, both in terms of the interviewer and the interviewee. The questions were substantive and thoughtful, and I appreciated that they were both personal and professional. I also appreciated that the interviewer didn't interrupt the answers. He just let Ian speak, unencumbered and uninhibited. As for Ian Paice, man... what a legend! He was so honest and open, and has such a kindness to him. I've seen a few interviews with him, as well as the content he puts on his YT channel, and I am struck by the consistency of his nature. He is genuinely a good person. I bet he is an amazing grandpa. 💜 Thanks for this. It was wonderful! You may want to try to interview Steve Morse, too. He is also a genuinely good character that gives very nice interviews. 👍

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

AGDinCA thanks for taking the time to share that and thanks for your kind words. I actually had Morse on the show, you can find it here on the channel (although no video just audio) or where ever you listen to podcasts, or on EveryoneLovesGuitar.com . It was a VERY deep and thorough conversation which I enjoyed incredibly. Morse is one of THE most humble cats around, just a gentleman. Thanks for listening 🙌🏻 💥 🎶

[@AGDinCA]

@@EveryoneLovesGuitar Thank you for letting me know! I agree with your characterization of Steve Morse - very humble, indeed. But man... what a talented guitarist!! Deep Purple was lucky to get him. 😁

[@PurpleHounding]

The more you talk to him, the more you know and find out what is actually not true. JLT was only on half of The Battle Rages on Songs, for instance. The fans think Ian Gillan sang over an entire album of erased vocals. Not true, according to IP. Nor did the record company threaten to drop JLT for not liking what they sent them. The band found out they might be able to get Gillan back, so they fired JLT and went for it. Stories are often more about damage control, and DP has them.

[@Frip36]

@@PurpleHounding Bands would usually sell their mom's into slavery if it means getting their most wanted singer back. On the flipside, singers are often mercenaries too. And leave the band with their dicks in their hands, while singer leaves for solo career

[@Frip36]

You overpraised him so much you kinda made me hate him.

[@vbassone]

Ian Paice, what can you say?? CLASS all the way and on every level. One of the greatest rock drummers ever and what a great guy!

[@AngelMartinez-qs3cf]

Great outstanding drummer! The only drummer Deep Purple has ever had. Don't need another drummer! His drum on the Mule on the Made In Japan album was epic!! Thank you for posting this. Fascinating interview!!

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Thanks Angel Martinez, Rock on! 🎸🙌🏻🔥🎶

[@anthimoshotango1263]

A complete gentleman all the way! Simply great! My favorite drummer since I first heard him on the 'Burn' album. Always be well Ian Paice.

[@watchmanonthewall14]

To listen to Ian is a treat. As a teen, I got hooked on Machine Head, playing it a thousand times on my 8 track player. Even as an immature teen, I often wondered about many of these artists, because as great as their music is, their music gave me only one single dimension of who they were. With interviews such as this, many, many pieces of their puzzle get filled in, and they become three dimensional people. With regard to Ian, well, I've discovered that he is actually an extremely likable person in so many ways. With I could shake his hand, but this is the next best thing. Thank you for sharing.

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Glad you enjoyed the interview watchman on the wall, and thanks for listening! 👍🏻🎶🎉 subscribe: elg.fun/subscribe

[@jamesfagan7823]

Its so refreshing to see a brilliant man as down to earth as if he sold eggs door to door

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

What a great (and accurate) analogy! Thanks for listening James... :-)

[@jamesfagan7823]

Imagine having a beer and going fishing with Ian Paice be like talking to your neighbour about how they are getting on ,a pure humble gentleman

[@mauricelaidler4789]

Listen to Ian's swing in No One Came, especially towards the end of the guitar solo. His drumming, along with Roger Glover's bass, laid down a funky and swinging beat. Magic.

[@Rhino1277HotRails]

Word

[@mobettabud30]

Where's my Robin hood outfit?

[@cuninglinguist]

You must have heard this version . kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqq4i5aDjdicnpY

[@lynnstephen]

That beat!

[@lynnstephen]

His speciality is that he never uses the same fill / roll twice in a song. Legend

[@bradleyweliver9233]

What a great interview with 1 of the greatest drummers ever. God bless Ian🙏🕯✝️

[@davidtodd907]

as a 15 y/o in 1970 i remember listening to the iconic drum fills on black night for the 1st time - still unique and mezmerising today

[@VintageSansuiLover]

My grandfather was a semi-professional Jazz drummer in the 1930's-40's. Later on he had a real disdain for rock music. One afternoon back in the late 70's I sat him down in my bedroom and made him listen to "The Mule" from Made in Japan. When it was over he paused a minute and said "that boy has done his homework". The best of the best...Ian Paice!

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Yes, I agree VintageSansuiLover Thomas - he has done his homework! Thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !

[@vidsforsquids]

For those who aren’t really familiar with his power & finesse, check out the song,”The Mule” from Deep Purple’s “Made In Japan” LP ⚡️

[@fabiocanestrari1313]

A gentleman like Jon..!

[@joeancona2784]

He is one of the best of all time. I think he deserves more RECOGNITION!! Definitely in the same class as John Bonham.

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Yes, I agree Joe Ancona - thanks for listening! subscribe: elg.fun/subscribe

[@messi8921]

Bollocks

[@jaysantos536]

Keith Moon was better than both.

[@joeancona2784]

@@jaysantos536 never thought about it, but ,you may be right.I was listening 🎶 to an isolated drum track, and it was Awesome 👌

[@gregbyrne743]

Agree

[@johnroberts3723]

Rock drumming doesn't get much better than the opening to fireball.

[@williamhsi3597]

Ian Paice one of the greatest drummer ever!

[@williamparker1085]

great to hear him acknowledge Bobby Elliott......best pop drummer of all time

[@triffidgrower]

Quiet in his confidence, Ian almost underrates his talent. It is wonderful to hear him dissect his background and motivations for some of the music that has shaped my rhythm of life for the last 50 years. More power to you for the future, the great Ian Paice.

[@bumzigan]

I have been a fan of Ian Paice since I first heard Black night on the radio. He mentioned that he only started doing interviews after Jon Lord left the band, and I think I must have watched most of them. This interview seemed to have Ian the most relaxed i have seen and looking like he was truly enjoying the experience more so than any of his previous interviews. Ian does not get his rightful credit from the masses as one of the absolute pioneers of creative rock drumming. In my opinion he eclipses many of the drummers from his day that are hailed as the best in the world. Another great interview Craig. well done.

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Thank's so much @bumzigan, and I agree with you about him not being recognized as often as he should be. I've been a fan of his my whole life, which is why I felt like such a kid just talking to him. I don't normally get star struck, but this was a definite exception!

[@user-pe5pc9vs7q]

In Russia, he is a legend for many of the generation of the 70s.

[@bumzigan]

@@user-pe5pc9vs7q Deservedly so. Deep Purple even though hailed by many as musical virtuosos, still rarely get the credit they deserve. Those musical improvs from the 70s are timeless.

[@58MrMike]

Thanks for this. One of my hero’s since 1972

[@68AMW]

Respect to a great icon and legend of rock music!! He has a great outlook and i did enjoy this interview. I grew up with Deep Purple and still listening to their great music which will remain with us forever!!

[@mauricelaidler4789]

It's great to listen to my favourite drummer of all time since I was 12 years old in 1969. He tells a good story and the stories reveal a lot about him and the music industry. Wouldn't it be great to share a few drinks and laughs with Ian. That would be a real life highlight!

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Yes, I agree Maurice Laidler - thanks for listening! subscribe: elg.fun/subscribe

[@philbeattie3978]

Wow!!! What a deep emotional man.

[@edelcorrallira]

Coolest, greatest drummers in the history of rock ... darn right !! :) And BTW they are really killing it with the stuff they're doing. Frankly, one would expect a little less "commitment" oh no, this is fantastic stuff at the same level of quality and intensity as their 60s stuff wow

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Yes, I agree Eduardo Alejandro del Corral Lira - thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !

[@cristinakelley1760]

Awesome interview. I have been a big Deep Purple fan since I was 9yrs old! (I was born 1960.) Ian Paice is the best drummer in the world! Awesome guy!

[@johantaharin491]

You fool no one! That intro with cowbells..and later the solos..

[@ericvanounou]

what a great man. i grew up with Paice and Purple in my soul heart and mind. my heroes. LORD, BLACKMORE, GILLAN, PAICE, GLOVER... intelligent sensitive geniuses.

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Thank you for listening @ericvanounou! 🎉🔥😇

[@GrrumpDaddo56]

Ive been a DP fan for 46 years , played guitar semi pro which helped me and my family live........these guys never fail to inspire and give joy - what a gent you are Ian , God bless

[@rolfhovring]

I've said it for years. Ian Paice doesn't hit the drums, he plays the drums. :-) Best drummer ever :-D

[@ianwicks3574]

For someone who has experienced a rock & roll lifestyle through the period of the late 60's onwards, isn't it incredible Ian Paice should be so humble, measured and articulate in his views on all things including life itself. I really respect him as a drummer but I have so much more respect for him now having heard this interview. All credit to the interviewer who asked some terrific questions and allowed Ian the time and freedom to proffer such thoughtful and honest responses. One of the most enjoyable and insightful interviews I have had the pleasure to witness.

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Thanks for your kind words Ian Wicks and glad you enjoyed this 👍🏻🎸♫

[@greghunter6951]

This is so refreshing to hear a legendary rockstar with such an easygoing attitude. Shows you that the drummer is the foundation of the music. Great stories and so understated.

[@beatleographer_10-51]

Deep Purple became one of my top favorite bands early on with the release of the single "Hush". Growing up in a small, and I mean small, (population 2000), Texas town with the nearest city was 80 miles, and there was no pace to buy albums. The local drug store would occasionally order and stock 45 rpm records, and I bought the only "Hush" they had. The rest of being a huge DP fan is history.

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Cool Beatleographer Glad you liked this and thanks for listening! 👂 🎶 🎸

[@bartrobinson2103]

This is the very best interview with my favorite drummer I've ever listened to.

[@denistaylor3502]

a very humble guy....one of my favourite drummers....awesome interview....rock n roll

[@joehart7260]

Although I loved Blackmore's guitar and Lord's keyboards it was always the drumming that stood out for me in Purple. Fantastic drummer, should be up there with the greats.

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

I agree, thanks for listening Joe!

[@mohawkmike142]

What a cool guy, A rock star that doesn't ooze an ounce of arrogance. Totally grounded in reality . I'd love to hang with Ian Paice for an hour myself. A great drummer and human being as well. Rock and live on Mr Paice.

[@didikalaydzhiev]

Love and respect for a great musician and human being!

[@seabud6408]

Great interview. When I heard the first drum break on Black Night in 1970 (Wow! what was that!?) I was hooked. The best. Once heard him live with Paice Ashton Lord. The band had to plead with the audience to sit down and shut up, so that they could start the next number. Jaw dropping stuff. Oh! .... Saw him with Buddy Rich Orchestra. Not many rock drummers could sound like a master in that context.

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Thanks Seabud, Rock on! 🎸🙌🏻🔥🎶 subscribe: elg.fun/subscribe

[@norcalvirg]

Fuckin legend, one of the best ever....

[@gartist]

Ian Paice, I cant thank you enough either.

[@sansui77]

Always admired Ian’s drumming. A great guy who didn’t pronounced a swear word here. A fantastic interview. That one guitarist he mentioned here of a stroke but didn’t want to say his name I feel is Mick Ralphs from Bad Company. Take care Ian and all the best to you Mick and every good people here on this earth. Love ya ❤️

[@terribleTed-ln6cm]

A giant of rock and roll....

[@paullegato2830]

Fantastic perception of music, music industry and life from Ian Paice. So very humble from someone who’s been there and still there!

[@frankporfidio9813]

STILL one of the Deep Cool guys !!!! and the last two minutes ? He was SO spot on , it's ridiculous !!

[@nzkiwi1a]

Great interview. As a young drummer growing up, Deep Purple was my favorite band and Mr Paice my fav' drummer. Years later I was lucky enough to play support for D.P (Perfect Strangers Tour) and saw Ian back stage, so (totally in awe) bowled up and introduced myself and Ian was so cool, he even paid me a compliment on my drum sound. So gracious, sincere and humble. One of the best days of my life for sure. Thank you Ian for all the inspiration, fantastic drumming and music.

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Glad you enjoyed the interview Infinitydrums, and thanks for listening 💥 🎶 🎸 !

[@keithval23]

Ian is a fantastic ambassador to Rock n Roll musicians...Cool guy so simple n family centered

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

I agree... it was very touching how family oriented he is. Thanks for listening Keith...

[@bikkies]

Mr Paice, to me, is the cream of the crop. always at the top of his game and talent in abundance. A fantastic musician.

[@jackshit3355]

what a wonderful bunch of guy's in purple.

[@cheneyrobert]

Great interview 👏👏👏I saw DP twice in ‘73 (March and December) at Vorst National in Brussels Belgium 🇧🇪.....I played their albums to death.....epic drummer and such a nice human.....thanks for such a great interview 😎👍🏻🥂

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Thanks Robert Cheney, Rock on! 🎸🙌🏻🔥🎶 subscribe: elg.fun/subscribe

[@stevereynolds1957]

I have watched many interviews with this fine gentleman, and this is the best I’ve seen. Very honest as usual, with great comments on music and life. I’ve met Ian a couple of times and he is a top guy, and a fantastic drummer.

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Thanks Steve REYNOLDS, Rock on! 🎸🙌🏻🔥🎶 subscribe: elg.fun/subscribe

[@jblcva]

One of the most underrated drummers. Fantastic runs. As good as anybody..

[@donDonau]

Really?

[@stephenweston6660]

Ian thanks so much for doing this interview and for your years of playing in Deep Purple . A very honest and down to earth interview a small window into the life of one of the worlds top drummers. I have enjoyed Purple's music for 48 years.....i hope to see you play in Australia next year. Thanks again...

[@gurra63able]

I was 10-11 years old with a tennis-racket in my hand when Made in Japan or Europe was spinning on the vinyl player on my mothers crappy stereo set, must have had hundreds of sweaty sessions with the tennis-racket to the great happiness of the neighbors and that was the closest I came to being a guitar hero. Deep Purple will always be one of the five best and greatest band ever together with Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Uriah Heep, Jimi Hendrix for me. Congratulations on a good relaxed interview.

[@gurra63able]

Yes, I saw them twice in Stockholm Sweden in the 80's and the memory of it I carry with me for the rest of my life.

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Right on gurra63able, thanks for listening! 🎸💥🙌🏻 subscribe: elg.fun/subscribe

[@Paul-mu9ng]

I just found this interview. Wonderful to see you Ian. I was 11 in 72. A family friend had just bought Made In Japan. He knew I was a kid that almost never left the record player. So he had some headphones and I listened to what became the factor that made me decide to play drums. I was playing bongos in front of the record player since I was 8. I was trying to find my instrument. Ian you and the amazing Deep Purple band captured my mind. It was a permanent decision. I have tried to find that special group of players that would actually go when the big call came in. You would't believe how many players just won't go. I still run into that issue now. Life tends to pull us out of our route though. So I have never made that dream come true as far as having the great band that agrees they want to go and moves in lockstep. I just got my dream kit a classic 75 Ludwig Vistalite Octaplus 12. Beautiful blue. I think you would dig them. I hope you read this life note from me to you. YOU are a very important person in my life. I love you and I love Deep Purple. I hope that one day b4 its all over Ian that we can meet some time. If not that's understandable, but I am your friend and always will be. I'm working on an Alice Cooper set now. I'm doing vocals and drums overdubbed on the original Alice tracks. It's a blast. I'm at www.reverbnation.com/paulmoss. God bless and ROCK ON BROTHER!

[@sawknitsrestha3698]

What a great guy!

[@JMGarcia0303]

Not gonna watch him anymore? Is he for real? One of the greatest and humble musicians ever. It is a delight listening speak let alone play.

[@repetitivemotion]

When I first heard Ian on Burn I was hooked. He was my “go to” drummer for life

[@michaelward9880]

Thank you for this wonderful interview with the great Ian Paice. RIP Jon Lord.

[@kavousniamir2375]

Back in 1972, I still remember I used to put on Machine Head and loved the drumming at the start of the song Lazy, I still do. In fact, I still listen to Machine head and love it

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Yes, I agree kavous niamir - thanks for listening! subscribe: elg.fun/subscribe

[@markfcoble]

Don't let him punch you. 3 hits before you blink. Deep Purple? FIREBALL!

[@rokarolla]

Very pleased with myself for witnessing Paice in person, good for me!

[@megatonboomer9236]

IF YOU WANT TO BE A GIANT IN ANY FIELD ..... START WITH BEING REAL.... RESPECTFUL ...PERSONABLE... JOVIAL. LIKE OUR FRIEND IAN. GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS OUR BROTHER IAN

[@doccyclopz]

My favorite Drummer.

[@TNTTruth1]

Ian Paice, Ginger Baker, John Bonham and Mitch Mitchell; they were my inspirations to play drums> Love them all!

[@goesjem]

My favourite four too since I started drumming forty years ago when I was 8. They are still my heroes. Their bands too. They are so different to each other too, which makes it all the more special. Never compare. Always enjoy!

[@elloco6332]

This was a great interview. Love this man. He is right on the covid.

[@andrewaulton1043]

A humble straight forward gentleman, and a great drummer as well👍

[@enjch32]

Mr. Ian, I like him dearly . The best, great drummer in planets. Everyone said that.

[@karenrawling3632]

Agree 100% with the last message of this interview. Ian seems a real nice man.

[@caramanico1]

NIce job on the interview - very nicely balanced between his personal and professional lives. Ian's a fabulous drummer (one of the best all time), one of my top faves of all time and truly a class act!

[@RayBecker]

I'm 58 and I will say that Ian Paice is THE best cymbal and tympany drummer, period. An absolute beast on The Mule. Ian is in the pantheon of all drummers. Thanks for doing this interview and posting it. Ian is a monster! Love all of his work. Thank you Ian for all of the tremendous drumming. Oh, when Purple worked with the Symphony Orchestra; that showed me how proficient Ian really is.

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

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[@tasteapiana]

Really enjoyed Ian speaking on family matters, fishing, all the not really music related things. He's just the ultimate buddy type guy, the guy that can party as hard as anyone (ok, rephrase that to ''can handle extreme situations'') and always 100% of the time be counted on to NOT be a douche or let YOU get out of hand. Imagine having him as your wing man or even grandfather. That would just be surreal. He's always been one of my favorite rock personalities, I've listened to him since the mid-late 1970s without really knowing how he was, just imagining and since KZbin I've only found out I was right - he's a true stand-up guy. Thanks again for going OFF the music radar with the questions here, great job interviewing him!

[@EveryoneLovesGuitar]

Thanks for your kind words Tasteapiana and glad you enjoyed this 👍🏻🎸♫ subscribe: elg.fun/subscribe

[@Eden639]

What a great drummer and musician and also a great person. Love Deep Purple.

[@kellyklingbeil5802]

I have the great honor to have met Mr. Paice. A true, true Gentleman. Thanks for how you have made life much richer for so many! 😊