Cherkazoo and Other Stories
Ian Gillan · 1992
67 min · 19 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · blues rock
A whimsical journey through eclectic rock sounds, blending playful storytelling with Gillan's powerful vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with peaks
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- playful energy for lighthearted moments
- dynamic journey through eclectic sounds
- engaging narratives for attentive listening
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer cohesive pieces
- seek serious, heavy themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1992, 'Cherkazoo and Other Stories' came during Ian Gillan's solo career phase after his time with Deep Purple. This album marked his exploration of more experimental and diverse musical themes post-Deep Purple’s commercial peak, allowing him to showcase a different artistic side away from the hard rock genre that defined much of his earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Coverdale· Ronnie James Dio· Joe Lynn Turner
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro, Part 1 1:19
- 2 Cherkazoo 2:04
- 3 Monster in Paradise 2:34
- 4 The Bull of Birantis 4:08
- 5 Intro, Part 2 2:16
- 6 Hogwash 2:44
- 7 Driving Me Wild (take 1) 2:17
- 8 Donkey Ride Dream 2:24
- 9 Trying to Get to You 2:59
- 10 Ain’t That Lovin’ You Baby 3:42
- 11 Driving Me Wild (fast take) 2:34
- 12 Music in My Head 4:47
- 13 You Make Me Feel So Good 4:41
- 14 She Called Me Softly 4:44
- 15 Driving Me Wild (take 3) 3:13
- 16 You Led My Heart Astray 5:53
- 17 A Little Share of Plenty 7:05
- 18 Night & Day 5:32
- 19 Hogwash (backing vocals) 2:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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