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Live in Anaheim

Ian Gillan · 2008

102 min · 20 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · blues rock

A vibrant showcase of hard rock and blues-infused melodies, capturing the raw energy of live performance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic live performance energy
  • wave-like pacing throughout
  • cathartic sing-along moments
  • extended jams for deep immersion
  • raw emotional connection onstage

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, concise tracks
  • seek polished studio production

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, 'Live in Anaheim' marks Ian Gillan's return to the live album format after a long career that started with Deep Purple. At this point, Gillan was celebrating over four decades in music, having transitioned from his early days in progressive rock to a more blues-oriented sound. This album represents a culmination of his diverse influences and experiences as a frontman.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Second Sight 1:21
  • 2 No Laughing in Heaven 4:27
  • 3 Into the Fire 4:42
  • 4 Hang Me Out to Dry 5:09
  • 5 Have Love, Will Travel 4:02
  • 6 Wasted Sunsets 4:32
  • 7 Not Responsible 5:47
  • 8 No Worries 6:46
  • 9 Rivers of Chocolate (a.k.a. G Jam) 8:10
  • 10 Unchain Your Brain 3:30

Disc 2

  • 1 Bluesy Blue Sea 4:52
  • 2 Moonshine 3:21
  • 3 Texas State of Mind 5:08
  • 4 Sugar Plum 5:18
  • 5 When a Blind Man Cries 5:12
  • 6 Men of War 4:55
  • 7 Drum Solo 7:13
  • 8 Smoke on the Water 7:14
  • 9 Trouble 3:17
  • 10 Knocking at Your Back Door 7:15

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