Album: Clear Air Turbulence by Ian Gillan Band (1977)
Genre: Fusion | Style: Jazz
Format: Album

Description: "Clear air turbulence" is the second studio album by British jazz-rock fusion band Ian Gillan Band released in April 1977. The album is recorded at the Kingsway Recorders in London (UK) during July through September 1976. Produced by Ian Gillan.


Artist Background: After leaving Deep Purple in 1973, Ian Gillan had retired from the music business to pursue other business ventures, including a motorbike manufacturing company and a hotel. These ventures all ended in failure. This fact, combined with a warm reception to his guest appearance at the Butterfly Ball in 1975 prompted him to resume a singing career and form a new band. Initially called Shand Grenade, Gillan was persuaded to change the band's name to the Ian Gillan Band. He recruited guitarist Ray... Part of the England music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Fusion movement. Known for Jazz style.

Related Artists: Gillan, Ian Gillan, Deep Purple, Tommy Bolin

Music Scene: Part of the England music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Fusion movement. Known for Jazz style.

Tags: Fusion, Jazz, 1970s, Album


"Clear air turbulence" is the second studio album by British jazz-rock fusion band Ian Gillan Band released in April 1977. The album is recorded at the Kingsway Recorders in London (UK) during July through September 1976. Produced by Ian Gillan.


Clear Air Turbulence

Ian Gillan Band

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