Ian Gillan on Deep Purple’s New Era, Ritchie Blackmore Reunion & Story Behind “Smoke on the Water”

Name: Ian Gillan on Deep Purple’s New Era, Ritchie Blackmore Reunion & Story Behind “Smoke on the Water”
Uploaded: 2026-09-10
Duration: 29 min 45 s
Channel: Joann Butler In Studio With...

Joann Butler In Studio With... · 32K views · 2026 · 29:45

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Ian Gillan discusses Deep Purple's history, new album, and the story behind iconic songs like 'Smoke on the Water.'

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