Mr. Universe [Bonus Track]

• Artist: Ian Gillan
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• Release Date: April 02, 2007
• Type: Lyrics are included with the album
• Genre: Rock

Review

Leading his own bands in the late '70s and early '80s, Ian Gillan continued to embrace music that, not surprisingly, was heavily influenced by his former band, Deep Purple. And he never sounded more Purple-ish than he does on Mr. Universe, which isn't quite on a par with Purple's Burn but is stronger than many of the albums the outfit had recorded after Gillan's departure (some of which were quite disappointing). This is Gillan at his most aggressive and passionately rockin'. Those with fond memories of his work with Purple will appreciate the testosterone-driven energy of "Vengeance," "Roller," and "Message in a Bottle." Headbangers shouldn't overlook this one. [The 2007 Edsel reissue features one bonus track.] ~ Alex Henderson, All Music Guide

Tracks

Track Title	Composers	Performers	Time
Second Sight		Ian Gillan	(2:35)
Secret of the Dance		Ian Gillan	(2:55)
She Tears Me Down		Ian Gillan	(5:09)
Roller		Ian Gillan	(4:43)
Mr. Universe		Ian Gillan	(6:13)
Vengeance		Ian Gillan	(3:35)
Puget Sound		Ian Gillan	(4:22)
Dead of Night		Ian Gillan	(4:04)
Message in a Bottle		Ian Gillan	(3:10)
Fighting Man		Ian Gillan	(7:27)
Smoke on the Water [Live][*]	Ian Gillan, Ritchie Blackmore, Roger Glover, Jon Lord, Ian Paice	Ian Gillan	(8:28)

Credits

Ian Gillan (Vocals), Bernie Tormé (Guitar), Colin Towns (Keyboards), Mick Underwood (Drums), Hugh Gilmour (Cover Design), Ray Staff (Mastering), Val Jennings (Project Coordinator), David K. Tedds (Project Consultant), Jools DeVere (CD Package Design)