Gillan was an English hard rock band formed in 1978 by Ian Gillan, the former vocalist of Deep Purple. Known for their powerful sound, they became one of the standout bands of late 1970s and early 1980s rock in the UK, releasing five albums that reached the top 20 and achieving several hit singles. The group disbanded in 1982 when Ian Gillan went on to join Black Sabbath, before later returning to Deep Purple.