Smoke on the WaterDecember 1971
Writes lyrics inspired by the Montreux casino fire, later becoming Smoke on the Water.
Historical person
Ian Gillan Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Ian Gillan, based on 1 World History Database records associated with Switzerland.
1 records1971–19711 events1 places
Chronological biography
1971
Titles and roles
Member of Deep Purple
Record provenance
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