REACTION TO Deep Purple - Highway Star | MY FACE ALMOST MELTED

[@dashriprock5720]

At that time, Ian Gillan was considered to be the best male vocalist in the world. Pavarotti was a fan. This version of the band lasted about 4 years. Ian quit not long after this in 1973. Soon he and the band kind fell into obscurity (to a degree) until reuniting in 1984. Ian influences many singers who followed like Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden and Rob Halford of Judas Priest. The same could be said about the guitarist Ritchie Blackmore and the band as a whole.

[@glenminnick3724]

Hey Dash! Love the Beverlyhills reference ! Rip on Amigo!

[@TTTT-oc4eb]

Deep Purple 1970-74. Greatest heavy rock band ever! As for Ian Gillan's voice in his prime, try "Child i Time".

[@scottlaughlin9897]

Gillan not Gillian.

[@kathleenarchacki7875]

The birth of metal

[@sergebrunet4218]

Hi ! I n 66 years old ! So yes i know and seen that band a few times ! in the 70s and also when they were older in 1999 or 2000 ! they were the second of 2 bands playing that night at Bell center in Montreal ! the first band was E.L.P. Glad you like our music we grew on !

[@simply_psi]

Deep Purple are immaculate Ian Gillan on vocals, John Lord on Keyboards, Ritchie Blackmore on guitar, Roger Glover on Bass and one of the underrated drummers in rock Ian Paice, other songs from them to check out, Child In Time, Lazy, Burn, Space Truckin and Speed King.

[@BeeLineEast]

Ian Paice The Mule Live Copenhagen. 1972.

[@kurtsherrick2066]

You know Paice had the fastest rolls and best fills in the business. He just was a finesse drummer which really molded well with the other Instrumentalist in Deep Purple. He had more energy than Keith Moon when Moon was taking Elephant Tranquilizers. To me Ian is in the top 4 Rock Drummers that ever banged. When I list to Paice he is my favorite. Very unique drummer. Jazzy Rock. He was perfect for Tommy Bolin because Tommy got Jazzy a lot.

[@BeeLineEast]

@@kurtsherrick2066 I agree. He is my favorite also. I do not understand why he is not mentioned like some other drummers. Very few reactors react to him its always Two other drummers.I think you know who i mean. Ian is usually all over his kit. And his speed is phenomenal. I was lucky to see Deep Purple in 1972 on their Machine Head tour.

[@Staklihen]

Burn is with David Coverdale on vocals and Glenn Hughes on bass and vocals.

[@kevviking6612]

@@BeeLineEast & @kurtsherrick2066, You are both absolutely correct regarding Ian Paice, the man is simply amazing, one of the greatest. Glad you brought this up!

[@warren4110]

We all went down to Montreux, on the Lake Geneva shoreline. To make records with a mobile, we didn’t have much time. The opening lines to “ Smoke on the Water “ which is the story of Deep Purple recording the “ Machine Head “ album in Switzerland.

[@victorstefanovsky6902]

Ritchie Blackmore is one of the greatest guitarists and songwriters of all time.

[@Yewchoobarkontz]

Child In Time live on TV 1970 from the programme Doing Their Own Thing

[@knoxzombie5929]

again .... i really respect people who can feel the music jaajajajjaa 👋 from argentina

[@joesutherland225]

One of the seminal singers of rock no doubt about that

[@paulhudson563]

Deep purple's album "Made in Japan" the best live versions of the songs

[@stephendennis8739]

Machine head was the first deep purple album I heard back in 1976 and still my favourite

[@estebanvaldez3632]

All of us who were there then know what your reaction will be. I just like to see your faces. Lol!

[@timhossack6837]

There's not a bad song on this entire album 🔥

[@alanm2809]

As a fan in 1972 this is the best incarnation of the band all members were masters of their craft, Jon Lords organ solo blew me away with its technical brilliance then and still does.

[@kevinlundgren1169]

Another song just to show that DEEP PURPLE was and is the greatest hard rock band ever !!!! And ,, ,, I'm sure many others will agree ,, that Ian Gillan was the best , next came David Coverdale , he could sing too , but he he was not IAN GILLAN !!! And yes , that is IAN in the middle of the picture !!!

[@ofenomeno1381]

I wouldn't say greatest, but top 25 for sure

[@viclagina347]

This is the origin of Metal.... Rob Halford another metal GOD loved DP

[@peterfan8650]

For some strange reason when I hear this song while driving I always get to my destination early.

[@bobbyshroyer440]

Lol! Literally...

[@jkbowers56]

ROFL.... Yup.

[@Codex7777]

Ian Gillan is definitely one of the GOATs, when it comes to rock vocalists. In many people's eyes he's THE goat! You'd need to listen to more Purple to understand why. "Child in Time' would be a great plac3 to start. Gillan was the original 'Jesus' in the first ever recording of Jesus Christ Superstar. Andrew Lloyd Webber wanted Ian to be his leading man, in the West End and on Broadway but Ian preferred to stay with Purple. Pavarotti was a huge fan. He thought Gillan had one of the greatest voices he'd ever heard! Also, bear in mind that Purple were INCREDIBLE live, so it's worth checking out some live performances or recordings. Their double album, 'Made in Japan' is widely regarded as one of the greatest live albums of all-time! It changed the way that live albums were viwed and made. Before MIJ, live albums were rare and were usually cheap, throwaway affairs, put out by record companies to make a few extra bucks. After MIJ a well-recorded live album became an essential part of every serious rock band's discography. They became increasingly common and much better made. Many, critics, musicians and fans alike, myself included, rank it as the very best live album of all-time! Needless to say, I'm recommending that you give it a listen. 'Child in Time' or 'Space Truckin'' would be good starting points but the whole album is pure gold, from start to finish. :)

[@genabourassa7962]

You said that perfectly

[@VG-iq8xq]

@@genabourassa7962 Pavarotti a fan? Wow!

[@ponytrekker8996]

You know your purple..much respect they are the best to me..

[@genabourassa7962]

@@ponytrekker8996 I'm glad you like Purple people usually only talk about Led Zeppelin, they are good but not Rock enough for me

[@chebrneck]

Gillan is like B list compared to Plant.

[@collinnicholasns]

Deep purple was one of the bands the helped form hard rock and heavy metal. They had influence on most bands that came after them. Many speeding tickets have been caused by this song great song always energetic and it never gets old. Definitely should check out child in time, it's a great one.

[@jacksaintjack2844]

I was working in an apparel shop at a mall in Beaumont, Texas and in walks this tall guy looking around at stuff. I asked if I could assist and he said he was in town with his band playing at the civic center. I asked his name and he said Ian Gillan. He had formed his own band. I nearly fainted on the spot.

[@michelmoreau8117]

Hi ! Take it from a loyal rush fan , all those bands are great , you will love it

[@ThisTrainIsLost]

David Coverdale was the singer who replaced Ian, creating Deep Purple Mk IV with Tommy Bolin replacing Blackmore some time before 1976, when DP broke up for the first time.

[@CuzKatieSaysSo]

Ya, I just listened to this in my Mustang (extremely loud of course) on the freeway on the way to a car show last week. Let me tell you it's very hard not to speed but traffic was light. Deep Purple Machine Head was the first "adult" album I ever bought, in the summer of 1972 ($3.56) Still have it.

[@tonythegoodman]

Cool story...

[@ricardoluistomasone4663]

DEEP PURPLE ES ÉPICO!!!

[@stretch753]

Singer Ian Gillian. Wanna hear what he can do and where he ranks? "Child in Time."

[@tracyfarnath2270]

The cover is not the original machine head one, I had it and it's very different. Great reaction to this classic rock band. I haven't heard this in years and I can still remember every word and what's going to happen in it🇬🇧

[@griechland]

The stank-face when the organ-solo kicks into gear. We have all been there.

[@dagrizz-ek4ih]

Thanks for sharing!! One of my favorites after Smoke on the Water. I might suggest to you the band Golding Earring either Radar Love or Twilight Zone. Have a great holiday!!

[@robiandolo]

Of course it’s recorded in Switzerland! Remember the lyrics to smoke on the water?

[@r.d.riddle2068]

I distinctly remember hearing Richie Blackmore's solo on this track and wishing my Mustang had a 5th gear. 8 tracks rule!!!!

[@bleuedee6531]

I love cars. Had a '78 Camero Z-28. She was my highway star.

[@brucemarshall9521]

Fire from the 70s. 🤘

[@mattshaw6180]

Jethro Tull is a band (not a dude) you should experience: "Locomotive Breath" performed live might be a good start, but "Aqualung," "Cross-Eyed Mary," "Songs From The Wood," or "Oh God" are all killer.

[@mathgeek7966]

All top talent here, the driving bass and drums, insane guitar licks. See more of Blackmore's playing in his band Rainbow. I particularly like Ronnie James Dio and Joe Lynn Turner as vocalists there.

[@dangaiser4729]

I know you talked about doing Lazy, I can't wait. You will love it 👍

[@roberta.6399]

Deep Purple = O G .. 8 cyls all mine!

[@riffmondo9733]

Great tune to drive to.

[@gingergilmorehorner1433]

I used to borrow my big brother albums this was 1 of 4 that made the cut! I was 9 years old! Highway star was one of my favorites.❤️‍🔥

[@stevepryce6776]

This song is responsible for over a million speeding tickets worldwide. I had 4!!!

[@dddube12]

All of them!!!

[@garyhackett6393]

Luciano Pavarotti said that Ian Gillian's voice was a force of nature.

[@8DecadesLife]

Center - Lead singer Ian Gillum, top left - Richie Blackmore lead guitar, top right - Jon Lord keyboards, bottom left - Roger Glover bass, bottom right - Ian Paice drums. Grew up with them & saw twice live.

[@bradjustad3527]

PROBABLY THE GREATEST MALE VOCALIST IN HISTORY

[@mattshaw6180]

For Deep Purple: "Child In Time" live, hands down. You ain't ready.

[@kenteague4802]

I cannot understand why you do not find these things out after you have rated these tracks ,don’t be so Fing lazy

[@jennifermorris6848]

These people still tour. You must do Smoke on the Water. Also the KState marching band plays a lot of Deep Purple tunes (they really embrace the purple).

[@ptxaholic]

I second SOTW

[@davidgoza5620]

To me, this is the best incarnation of Deep Purple. While there was definite tension amongst the members, they produced some of the best music. Also, you owe it to yourself to look into how this song was made. True musical genius.

[@katiegwynn4495]

Yes to all

[@therocknrollmillennial535]

5:39 Indeed it is, Ian Gillan. To many a rock fan in the early days of Purple, he was Jesus. Then, Andrew Lloyd Webber agreed, and he became the first person to play Jesus in Webber's "Jesus Christ Superstar," at least in the initial recordings.

[@hbarfarkle]

yes the lead singer in the middle is Ian Gillian

[@sotirisdrakopoulos5205]

Is Deep Purple brother and we love them 💜

[@mik99D]

Listen to the Live album. Made in Japan. Sold over 100 million copies. They actually outsold the Beatles, Zeppelin, Sabbath in the years 1970-1972. They were classified in UK media as #1 hard rock band of the decade. Zeppelin were #2 rock band. Rolling Stones were 3rd. Beatles ceased in 1970, so weren't included, but still are the biggest selling band in the world. I'm from Liverpool too.

[@richardbarton6146]

Ian Paice was the best rock drummer during this time period.. his tight crisp rolls and thundering fills gives me chills.. and Ritchie blackmore and his climbing rifs and notebends are unmatched!!

[@mrk6599]

Deep Purple top 10 bands ever time

[@meltedplasticarmyguy]

This is a perfect song when flying down the highway. I've been known to get a bit of a lead foot whenever this came up in the playlist.

[@kopynd1]

family, ten years after, blodwyn pig, hawkwind, and of course deep purple, yip those were the days

[@debbieplato5107]

Ian Gillian is the lead singer. Check out Child in Time for some amazing vocals. He also played Christ in the Rock Opera Jesus Christ Superstar. Ted Neely played that role in the film and and on Broadway as well. I did get to see it a number of years back. You seem to like Broadway Musicals. There were a number of Rock Operas back in the 60's and 70's. A number of them became movies. Jesus Christ Superstar and Tommy by the Who are two of them I think you would enjoy. As far as the bands go. Leonard Skinard yes. I am also suggesting Jethro Tull which is Medieval Prog Rock LOL I think you would enjoy them. Cheers

[@yozaseig3870]

That voice!!! Ian G right up there with Planty for me. Do Child in Time live 1971 and you will see just how good his voice is.

[@heliotropezzz333]

Both have extremely impressive voices but one difference for me is that Robert Plant always sounds more emotionally involved, it's more personal and he can cover a wide range of genres. Ian Gillan's approach is better for a heavy metal band though.

[@x0539p]

Loved this band! So nice to see the younger generation loving it too.

[@davidpatrick522]

Live version off Made In Japan is a must-listen

[@piccolina721]

I love the photo where the band leader is in the background !! 😎

[@deb1425]

This is the perfect song for riding my exercise bike!

[@andywalker9646]

One of the top three hard rock bands of the time along with Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin, having been lucky enough to see all three live, for me, Purple were by far the best in the flesh. Other people will think differently but I always found them by far to be the most exciting onstage.

[@andrewcole7149]

My Dad had/has all the early era Purple / Zep / Sabbath and Purple were always his favourites and to be honest probably mine too :D I rarely play Zep or Sabbath but quite often play Purple :D

[@Eurynomea]

One of the best bass lines. I had to learn this in a week to perform with my actual instructor, lol.

[@stevebuckskinner5482]

Ian Gillan was the singer of Deep Purple. When I was singing in rock brands, he was one of my inspirations and 1 of my all time favorite rock singers.

[@maynardbenson4741]

If you'd like to check out Ian Gillans range.... do child in time live from 1970. It's a tv performance of epic proportion. Really any deep purple reaction should be from their live performances.

[@jeezuschryst]

YUP

[@johnelrick8945]

Nothing says 70's metal like an intro with a chugging riff and a growling Hammond...

[@spikebeans9563]

Seen them in 2018 with Judas Priest. They started the show with this song, I left that show dumbfounded. Actually flew 800 miles to catch the show a second time. Ian and Rob both hitting those high notes at 70 years old. Love this song but Perfect Stranger is my favorite. Great reaction.

[@louisfifteen]

Man I just love your reactions to my favorite band of all time. I was raised on Deep Purple in Rock, sad when they split after "Who do we think we are", on it again when Coverdale/Hughes joined and after that, not so much. But "Made in Japan" the original recording, is still my favorite LIVE album. I don't give a damn about all the alternative takes you can find on Spotify. Nothing beats the original tunes.

[@steveshute3810]

The next song of theirs you should do is off the same album, and it's called "Lazy". It's simply amazing. You'll love it!

[@johnhutto8270]

Child in time is a song to listen to live performance is best more Deep Purple

[@briank8422]

DP recorded two of the best rock albums track for track of all time in Machine Head & Perfect Strangers.

[@spinynorman887]

I can't listen to this song without imagining a shiny black musclecar tearing up the road. I know of no better highway dash/road trip/cruising song.

[@jdarxk]

Deep Purple has recently put out a cover album wherein they play songs others wrote and they enjoyed. I'd recommend the song 'Oh Well' from this album 'Turning to Crime' The video is amazing

[@tomfisher47]

Deep purple melted my face when I was 14 yrs old. I love those guy's

[@ericanderson8886]

Ian Gillan's one of the great ones. He performed as Jesus Christ in the rock opera album "Jesus Christ Superstar".

[@philtred21]

Man, listen to "Child in Time", Ian Gillan had at that time one of the highest range vocals of all time.

[@johnbirtsos6894]

Yes to all bands and also band called free songs fire and water ,wishing well ,they call me thee hunter

[@lesparker9787]

There are songs in live video where Gillan matches scale notes against Blackmore. It escapes me now which song in particular I remember. When I do I'll post it to you. This song is not only great but being written on a bus on way to a concert to show a journalist how they come up with their music. They played it that night and opened with it from then on. This group was gone too soon. With the 5 of them they were just special it was a shame they chose to bring it to an end.

[@scotttrainer9704]

Range? Child in Time live. They had a great vocalist, guitar player and keyboardist.

[@gagudeand65]

React to Deep Purple - Child In Time - Live (1970)!

[@palpaladin315]

Ian Gillian didn't just sing, he played his voice like an instrument. This band invented metal.

[@wendellxartx6597]

Don't forget Black Sabbath.

[@seiraeiramasil2302]

Yes, the one in the middle is the lead singer, his name is Ian Gillan and he ranks very high of one of the best vocalists, try the song "Child In Time", it will blow your mind and of course, there are others to check out, like "Pictures Of Home" "Smoke On The Water", "Perfect Strangers", "Lazy" and "Never Before", just to name a few. This was freakin' fantastic, thanks!

[@bikerbud3903]

"Child in Time" Live 1969 should be next Deep Purple song. Ian shows his whole range.

[@chanewinthrop1089]

If this blows his mind he needs to hear the live version on the Made in Japan album.

[@nancy9478]

Yes!

[@fastecp1]

Richie Blackmore is in my top 5 favorite guitarists; the whole band is so MF Great.

[@squidkid2]

CAUTION: Head bangin' ahead! Personnel: Ritchie Blackmore - guitar Ian Gillan - vocals, harmonica Roger Glover - bass Jon Lord - keyboards, Hammond organ Ian Paice - drums, percussion

[@pocemonspivom]

The first solo is a duo Hammond(Lord) and Ritchie).

[@jazzyboy7784]

Every single song on this album...(Machine Head)...is amazing. Top 10 albums of all time!

[@shannontorrey]

Ian Gillan sang the role of Jesus on the original studio album of Andrew Lloyd Webbers Jesus Christ Superstar. One of my favorite little pieces of musical brilliance

[@patrickvecchio8138]

“Live in Japan” is the go to version of this song.

[@badlloyd]

This is the one you put in your tape deck in your 1969 Mach one and go 120 mph!

[@ElusvOptmst1]

Next tune, Child In Time - live. Yes, Ian is one of the top-tier voices in rock music.

[@markb3186]

the BEST song they ever did and a loved CLASSIC for decade after decade is the song called LAZY trust me

[@juliemanarin4127]

I always had this on while driving! I still listen to it while driving my 68 SS Camaro!! Skynnard and AC/DC! Also Humble Pie!

[@Hartlor_Tayley]

Lynard Skynard for sure. The live video of Free bird is phenomenal. From mid seventies.

[@goosefarm3602]

Iron Maiden- 'Run to the Hills" is iconic video and song

[@vernhoke7730]

Do the live version of "Smoke on the Water". The song is based on a true story, gotta really listen to the lyrics.

[@Wtfumean4511]

Just found your channel & will subscribe. Not sure what the 1st Deep Purple song you reacted to but if it wasn't Lazy I would suggest it. Killer banger.

[@irmaoksanen6830]

all of them

[@BeeLineEast]

Check out Flight Of The Rat. Or Lazy Live 1972 in Copenhagen. Thumbs up on the video.