Original version of this all time musical classic. Deep Purple's Ian Gillan played the role of Jesus and his interpretation of this immortal cut defined all the upcoming ones. When this work was recorded, Deep Purple was on the top of the musical world, so Ian was unable to join the plays in Broadway, nor film the 1973 movie.
The musical started as a rock opera concept album and was released in September 1970. The length of the album was 86:56 minutes. The "rock-opera" music genre was only preceded by "Tommy". It was sung-through, with no spoken dialogue. The story is based on the Gospels' accounts of the last week of Jesus's life, beginning with the preparation for the arrival of Jesus and his disciples in Jerusalem and ending with the crucifixion. It highlights political and interpersonal struggles between Judas Iscariot and Jesus.
OMG!
ReplyDeleteThis is so strong and Powerfull performance!!!
I remember it from My childehood .
I could'n oppen it here, so I got listen to youtube.
Thank you.
Mona Lisa
It doesn't matter how many times I listen to it, each time I listen I'm captivated by this song.
Delete4 more to come,
Han
Wow...I hadn't heard this in a long time and had forgotten how powerful it is. Thanks, Han.
ReplyDeleteHugs and blessings...Cat
Well by the end of the week you've heard it a couple of times, but each time I hear it, I'm still moved by the power of this song.
DeleteWell done Mr. Rice and Mr. Webber,
(very young both when they wrote this),
Han
I have listened to this music many times...and see the show a couple times...you and I seem to have the same taste many areas.
ReplyDeletehugs abby
Yes, isn't it nice to have some of the same tastes...
DeleteI like it,
Han