Folks, this is the early version of “Highway Star”. They performed the song right after they wrote it in the bus. So this is 1971 performance on german TV. So this is “demo” version of the song. Just phenomenal how Ian Gillan singing on the go.
Gillan really made "mistakes" during this live version, but the way he compensates with improvisation or turnarounds is fantastic and inspirational. This "imperfect" version is one of my prefered.
Not mistakes. it's clearly an early version. Words were not all worked out, the solos are completely different than what ended up on the album and was reflect in every live performance after
Gillian didn't care about the lyrics.....he was on a German show and feeling no pain. LOL You youngsters out there, have a listen. This is how us old folks rocked back in the 70's. Classic rock at it's best.
most likely , in my opinion, the lyrics were probably not yet written at this time, which makes it all the more ballsy to play this one .....on TV ! although the band seems to have it down ...yet notice that the iconic solos by Lord and Blackmore are also not yet there. ........wb
LOL! Yes, it is rather magical and all he needs to complete his outfit is a flute...he could take a minute and a half and top this video off with a short flute solo as the wood creatures come to encircle the mystical musician. Thanks, Ruben.
BeckyLMC Rock on! I like attributing musicians with a certain element, being, or belief that they seem to represent or symbolize for whatever reason. I see Jimmy Page as a wizard/sage mage, Jimi Hendrix as an extraterrestrial gypsy, Robert Plant as a lion/golden sun god etc...
THIS is rock & roll. Ian is either blasted and can't remember the words; or song was so new=lyrics still being developed. I think David Lee Roth was doing an Ian influenced thing.
Intro from Made In Japan version of Highway Star still thrills me. Considered having it played just at the point when I go out feet first, just to wake everyone up.
I remember seeing deep purple back in the early seventies on Don kirshner's Rock concert. It was on a weekend and I was allowed to stay up late and watch it. Then when live from Japan was released I bought the vinyl which I still have. DP still rocks.
Folks, this is the early version of “Highway Star”. They performed the song right after they wrote it in the bus. So this is 1971 performance on german TV. So this is “demo” version of the song. Just phenomenal how Ian Gillan singing on the go.
Hard Rock music at it's peak. THIS is Deep Purple
Gillan really made "mistakes" during this live version, but the way he compensates with improvisation or turnarounds is fantastic and inspirational. This "imperfect" version is one of my prefered.
Aun no salía la canción
mickey mouse and all that laha
Not mistakes. it's clearly an early version. Words were not all worked out, the solos are completely different than what ended up on the album and was reflect in every live performance after
You;ve never played or performed live, have you?
wrong, he just screamed lol
The guitar, the keyboards, the bass, the lyrics, ahhhh and the drums.... simply perfect....the university of rock
They were fantastic.
sounds better than 99.9% of whats on the radio today 40 years later
Lyrics is just perfect 8sylinder? Big flat tires? Hell yeahhhh
you'll never be forgotten.RIP Jon
70's Hits
R.I.P. Jon Lord
EXPLOSIVE .... The best Rock n Roll lineup in .. HISTORY!
Machine Head is such a great album by Deep Purple. Nice to know it is now 50 years old.
Gillian didn't care about the lyrics.....he was on a German show and feeling no pain. LOL
You youngsters out there, have a listen. This is how us old folks rocked back in the 70's. Classic rock at it's best.
most likely , in my opinion, the lyrics were probably not yet written at this time, which makes it all the more ballsy to play this one .....on TV ! although the band seems to have it down ...yet notice that the iconic solos by Lord and Blackmore are also not yet there. ........wb
Jimmy Hill because of that ritchie breaks the solo lol 🤣🤣
Ooh, Ian Gillan. Whoa! ♥♥♥
John Lord of the Deep Purple
Larga vida Jon Lord tu música siempre sera tu legado, grandes tiempos Deep Purple.
Much better talent than today's computerized, auto-tuned, gimmick made, image based crap. "nuff said...need more Deep Purple please.....
Ultra difficult to sing this particular song in the manner Gillan is doing here! Absolute GENIUS rock band!!
Therefore until Purple get in, there is no Rock and Roll hall of fame.
Lonely Rocker loves this song!
R.I.P JON LORD.
Kick Ass Band .Blackmore and Lords, were Fucking monsters.
Folks, get a good look at this video. This is rock and roll in it's purest form.
They don't make music like this anymore and they never will.
Sad but true...
MFSB sloppy. They don't have anything planned just bang away. It's trippy I'll give it that.
We will.
You got that right.
The moving finger writes, and having writ, moves on: nor all thy piety nor whit shall lure it back to cancel half a line.
Absolutely Fantastic
So ahead of their time, now they are timeless!!!!!!
very very good...................................................................................................................................
R.I.P. Jon you will be missed.
Best Band EVER...
Axl Rose's scream kind of sounds like when Ian is hitting the high notes
Highway Star is a track that comes with me every time I get a new car. When it's driven off the lot, Highway Star has to be playing. :)
Thank for the life Jon Lord, for ever Deep Purple.
Highway star owwww hell yeahhh
God Bless You Jon..R.I.P.
GOD BLESS YOU JOHN!!! YOU'RE FOREVER A HIGHWAY STAR!!!
And that, my friends, is what makes these guys immortal.
💯JON LORD💯
Many of my memories feature Deep Purple as the sound track......R.I.P. Jon and many thanks
These long-hairs really know how to rock 'n' roll, man!!
Rock Gods
Machine Head is Deep Purple Bestest Album!
Ian improvising is hilarious.
He does pretty well. It is funny...and I have to say Ritchie looks like a pilgrim. Love them, though.
This is an early version of "Highway Star"
BeckyLMC HIs hat may be pilgrim but his outfit makes him look like a mystical wizard!!!!! Pretty apt for the way he shreds is just magical!
LOL! Yes, it is rather magical and all he needs to complete his outfit is a flute...he could take a minute and a half and top this video off with a short flute solo as the wood creatures come to encircle the mystical musician. Thanks, Ruben.
BeckyLMC Rock on! I like attributing musicians with a certain element, being, or belief that they seem to represent or symbolize for whatever reason. I see Jimmy Page as a wizard/sage mage, Jimi Hendrix as an extraterrestrial gypsy, Robert Plant as a lion/golden sun god etc...
The Best Time Of Music ***********
RIP Jon Lord.
EXCELLENT INSTRUMENTAL !!!
OPTIMUM VOCAL ...
HUGS,
ROSANGELA DORO
Hey that guy on guitar ain't half bad !
We gonna miss You Jon. R.I.P.
...fire in the sky. Thanks for the music!
Rock'n Roll Race!
grazie john!
Jon Lord . RIP .. Idolo, MAESTRO!
And that is how you make a great song. Just "JAMMIN' ".
Und jetzt kommt Deep Purple auf live im studio mit HIghway star !
R.I.P John!!
RIP John Lord “Lordy”
Deep Purple always rocks on. An awesome song 🎶
I love this man!
THIS is rock & roll. Ian is either blasted and can't remember the words; or song was so new=lyrics still being developed. I think David Lee Roth was doing an Ian influenced thing.
but this band are the greatest in rock n roll history :)
Ian Gillan giving a master class in how to sing brilliant hard rock whilst totally pissed:-))))
R.I.P. Jonh Lord :(
RIP Jon Lord ;(
ROCK AND ROLL
best instrumental performance in rock and roll history
Intro from Made In Japan version of Highway Star still thrills me. Considered having it played just at the point when I go out feet first, just to wake everyone up.
I like Blackmore's guitar sound so much
That's right, neighbor!
Cruzin with my daddy!!
大好きな歌なので聴けてよかったです！観られてよかったです！ありがとうございます
all hail the mighty pilgram of rock ann roll !!!
ВЕЧНАЯ ПАМЯТЬ ......
I actually like the improvised lyrics.
Tesa klasikata na hard roka.
I got a few speeding tickets back in those days with this in the 8-track! :-)
RIP JON LORD
john lord was the man!
Шикарная версия! Гиллан просто монстр!) Я их обожаю! Лорду вечная память. Незаменимый... 💜💜💜
One of the best rock numbers EVER. One of my all time favourites.
GOD i miss the great Jon Lord!
The Legend
Rest in peace Mr. Lord!!
Congratulations and thanks a lot, Jon Lord!!!! You were really awesome, man!!!
Rest in peace!! \m/
Finally deep purple in NEPAL .. :)
5:00 best solo
the Lord giveth and the Lord taketh. RIP Jon, we love you.
still the best!!.
One of the greatest rock bands ever and I saw them play Leicester in about 1972 (I think!)
That Pilgrim Wizard can SHRED!
Ritchie the Best!
this versión results after Rock and roll mixed with a bunch of drugs EPIC!!!!
Heavy fucking metal ☠☠☠
RIP Jon Lord
I remember seeing deep purple back in the early seventies on Don kirshner's Rock concert. It was on a weekend and I was allowed to stay up late and watch it. Then when live from Japan was released I bought the vinyl which I still have. DP still rocks.
Absolutely
My name is Lucifer, please take my hand
Gotta love that prehistorical version of "Highway Star"! Pure hard rock in its prime, no neoclassical bridges..
I always wanted to be a highway star 🌟
..... Tops !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MASTERS!
You rock groups of today got a long way to go to match this!
Is there anything else you can say then that we miss lord john?