Today Ian Gillan continues the legacy with his new solo project Dreamcatcher." The band covered songs such as Tommy Roe's "Sheila" and The Shadows' "Apache". The role of Jesus Christ was played by Ian Gillan. Film version of the musical stage play, presenting the Arnold, and members of Joe Cocker's Grease Band, not to mention Murray Head, Ian Gillan, and Yvonne Elliman in key singing roles), and managed to pull the whole production together into a more than coherent whole that contained a pair of hit singles (the title track and "I Don't Know How to Love Him") to help drive AM radio exposure. British production, featuring vocalists Ian Gillan, Murray Head, Mike D'Abo, Yvonne Elliman among others. Ian Gillan Behold, my own regrettable Jesus Christ Superstar production circa 2008. Gillan was slated for an arena tour and ultimately considered to reprise his studio role on Broadway, but rock n roll intervened. Filming & Production For the recording, Lloyd Webber and Rice drew personnel from both musical theatre (Murray Head had just left the West End production of Hair) and the British rock scene (Ian Gillan had only recently become the singer of Deep Purple). Deep Purple's Ian Gillan at 75: 'I can't pole vault any more!' Better than the previous master (which I liked). Nothing flat about the sound here. Original Concept Recording (1970) - Jesus Christ Superstar Zone WebJesus Christ Superstar: Directed by Norman Jewison. No matter how you listen to this soundtrack, be it cassette, vinyl or CD, it is one of the most pleasing and well-written music to come out for the big screen. Ian Gillan - Wikipedia Release Dates WebJesus Christ Superstar (1973) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. I think youtube lacks this version so I uploaded this to all Jesus Christ Superstar fans. If you can't find an original in good condition then its okay, but I don't recommend this pressing if you want good sound. | It was the Decca album version of Tim Rice and Jesus is actually quite the dude in this particular gospel, and man can that dude sing. Damned For All Time/Blood Money - Jesus Christ Superstar (1970 Version) 5:09. and the electric-shock scream of Deep Purples Ian Gillan, in the role of Jesus, railing at an unresponsive God. What's more, the whole album sounded like the real article as far as its rock music credibility was concerned -- it was played good and hard for a studio creation. Arnold, and members of Joe Cocker's Grease Band, not to It sounds a bit better than the old 1970s copies you can find in the $1 bin, but it was a major miss if you ask me. WebDiscover Jesus Christ Superstar [Original Cast Recording] by Andrew Lloyd Webber released in 1970. Released at the height of punk rock,[6] there was no success beyond Japan and their label Island Records dropped them. Ian Gillan L-R: Towns, Nauseef, Gillan, Gustafson, Fenwick, "Ian Gillan, Roxy Music Bassist John Gustafson Dies", "Ray Fenwick and The Rest at Boston Theatre", "Former Ozzy Osbourne Guitarist Bernie Torm Dead at 66", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ian_Gillan_Band&oldid=1147448774, Pages using infobox musical artist with associated acts, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, "You Make Me Feel So Good" / "Shame" (Europe, 1976), "Down the Road" / "Lay Me Down" (US/Japan, 1976), "Country Lights / Poor Boy Hero" (Japan, 1977), "Twin Exhausted / Five Moons" (Japan, 1977), "Smoke on the Water" (live) / "Mad Elaine" (Japan, 1978), This page was last edited on 31 March 2023, at 01:13. This 2xLP? Andrew Lloyd Webber is a musical genius and has wrote some great songs and shows. Initially called Shand Grenade,[5] a combination of Shangri-la and Grenade, Gillan was persuaded by the management to change the band's name to the Ian Gillan Band. Ian Gillan Band - Wikipedia You can really feel the music on the digital version. Official Sites Technical Specs, See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro, All movies I have watched in 2022: Kinda sorta kinda reviewed, (screenplay: based upon the rock opera "Jesus Christ Superstar" by) and, (screenplay: based upon the rock opera "Jesus Christ Superstar" by), (based upon the rock opera "Jesus Christ Superstar": book). Jesus Christ Superstar had been conceived as a stage work, but lacking the funds to get it produced, the two collaborators instead decided to use an album as the vehicle for introducing the piece, a fairly radical rock/theater hybrid about the final days in the life of Jesus as seen from the point of view of Judas. This pressing sounds better than any digital version Ive heard and the vinyl is flat, centered, and quiet. Gillan recorded his vocals in three hours and played a gig with Deep Purple that night. Guess what? Reel-To-Reel, 3 ips, ", 4-Track Stereo, 7" Cine Reel, Album, I am coming back to this almost 2 years later from my original, not so good review below. It even bests my original German pressing. referencing Jesus Christ Superstar (A Rock Opera) (2LP, Album, Reissue, Remastered, Stereo, 180g, Gatefold) 0600753933312, referencing Jesus Christ Superstar (2CD, Album, Reissue, Remastered, Stereo) B0034206-02, referencing Jesus Christ Superstar (2LP, Album, Limited Edition, Misprint, Reissue, Remastered, Stereo) 0600753933343, referencing Jesus Christ Superstar (2LP, Album, Reissue, Gatefold) 250 431-1, referencing Jesucristo Superestrella (Jesus Christ Superstar) (2LP, Album, 1st pressing) MAPS2075-76, referencing Jesus Christ Superstar (2CD, Album, Reissue, Remastered, Stereo, CD, Remastered, Stereo, Box Set, Deluxe Edition, Limited Edition) 0600753933022. Jesus Christ Superstar (1973) - Full Cast & Crew - IMDb Jesus Christ Superstar started life as a most improbable concept album from an equally unlikely label, Decca Records, which had not, until then, been widely known for groundbreaking musical efforts. When she asked why, I said, "Because it has Ian Gillan on it, and everything is better with Ian Gillan". In 1973, the film \"Jesus Christ Superstar\" was released, but in this version of the work, the role of Jesus Christ was played by Ted Neely, since Gillan, who had a busy tour schedule with Deep Purple, set too high requirements for his participation. 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Jesus Christ Superstar (album) - Wikipedia The Apple Music 24-bit version is still better, but not by much. Andrew Lloyd Webber Found His First Jesus Jesucristo Super Estrella. Saxophonist Chris Mercer had also played with So glad I did not heed the advice of the previous reviewer. Ian Gillan - Jesus Christ Superstar: Gethsemane (I Only Want To WebJesus Christ Superstar - Gethsemane (i only want to say) performance video 1970 (Ian Gillan) A segment from a rare promotional video recorded by Dutch news network NOS Released in America by Decca as a handsomely decorated double-LP set complete with illustrated libretto, Jesus Christ Superstar seemed to pick up where the Who's Tommy (also a Decca release) and Hair had left off, and audiences from across the age and cultural spectrum responded. This is 1970. version of Gethsemane sung by Ian Gillan. It was all devised by then 21-year-old composer Andrew Lloyd Webber and 25-year-old lyricist Tim Rice. Ian Gillan Gillan was already rocking hard with Deep Purple Jesus . I highly recommend it. Not an original US, original UK, German, remaster, etc. The vocals were lifeless and murky. JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Barring the original L.P. release, this is the definitive version of "J.C. 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Lloyd Webber, Jesus Christ Superstar - Superstar (1973). *Gethsemane (I Only Want To Say)I only want to sayIf there is a wayTake this cup away from meFor I dont want to taste its poisonFeel it burn meI have changedIm not as sure, as when we startedThen, I was inspiredNow, Im sad and tiredListen, surely Ive exceeded expectationsTried for three years, seems like thirtyCould you ask as much from any other man?But if I dieSee the saga through and do the things you ask of meLet them hate me, hit me, hurt me, nail me to their treeId want to know, Id want to know, my GodId want to know, Id want to know, my GodWant to see, Id want to see, my GodWant to see, Id want to see, my GodWhy I should dieWould I be more noticed than I ever was before?Would the things Ive said and done matter any more?Id have to know, Id have to know, my LordHave to know, Id have to know, my LordHave to see, Id have to see, my LordHave to see, Id have to see, my LordIf I die what will be my reward?If I die what will be my reward?Have to know, Id have to know, my LordId have to know, Id have to know, my LordWhy should I die? Highs are not too bright. The rest of the orchestra/band sounds great. [6] Their first album, Child In Time, reached 55 on the UK charts[7] and 36 in Sweden. There was at the time an American-spawned hit theater piece called Hair that utilized elements of rock music, but it wasn't as unified a work as Webber and Rice's creation, and it was less built on rock music than on pop music that referred to rock; Webber and Rice's work presented a far sharper, bolder musical edge and pushed it much further and harder than Hair ever did. Jesus Christ Superstar - Jesus Christ Superstar Album - AllMusic WebIn 1973, the film "Jesus Christ Superstar" was released, but in this version of the work, the role of Jesus Christ was played by Ted Neely, since Gillan, who had a busy tour From the opening overture to "Heaven on their minds", the 5/4 groove in "Everything's Alright" to "Gethsamene" and "Jesus Christ Superstar" itself. Dear User, please complete the form below in order to recommend the Artdaily newsletter to someone you know. This Record sounds Fantastic, and the Pressing is also good. This albumn with Ian Gillan as Jesus and Murray Head as Judas is These ventures, apart from the recording studio, all ended in failure. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Its a must pick up! What's The Buzz / Strange Thing Mystifying, Trial Before Pilate (Including The 39 Lashes), Various - Jesus Christ Superstar (The Original Motion Picture Sound Track Album), Jesucristo Superestrella (Jesus Christ Superstar), Grammy Award for Album of the Year: 1959-2023, The 100 Greatest Vinyl Records of All Time. I was explaining to my wife a few years ago that the original album was superior. Actually, this pressing is even WORSE than I remember. Oh why should I die?Can you show me now that I would not be killed in vain?Show me just a little of your omnipresent brainShow me theres a reason for your wanting me to dieYoure far to keen and where and how, but not so hot on whyAlright, Ill die!Just watch me die!See how I die!Just watch me die!Then I was inspiredNow, Im sad and tiredAfter all, Ive tried for three years, seems like ninetyWhy then am I scared to finish what I startedWhat you started I didnt start itGod, thy will is hardBut you hold every cardI will drink your cup of poisonNail me to your cross and break meBleed me, beat meKill meTake me, now!Before I change my mind#Ian_Gillan #JesusChristSuperstar #Gethsemane_(I_OnlyWantToSay) Nice balance of bass - its fast and deep. Serving as their own producers, the two creators got together more than 60 top-flight singers and musicians (including Chris Spedding, John Gustafson, Mike Vickers, P.P. WebSpanning four decades, Ian Gillan has achieved phenomenal success as a singer, songwriter, actor, and author.