Ian Gillan, the lead vocalist of the rock band Deep Purple, is set to embark on a UK talk tour where he will reflect on his extensive music career. The tour, named the Talking Gib’rish Tour, will feature the 80-year-old singer recounting stories from his more than six decades in the industry.

Gillan’s career began in the 1960s with bands such as The Javelins and Episode Six before he joined Deep Purple’s classic Mark II lineup, which produced iconic tracks including “Smoke On The Water.” Throughout the tour, he plans to discuss his experiences not only on stage and in the studio but also from his early years in music. Gillan has expressed enthusiasm about sharing anecdotes about the numerous people he has encountered throughout his career.

The tour offers fans an opportunity to hear firsthand insights into the journey of one of rock music’s enduring voices, tracing a path from the early days of British rock to the present. Specific dates and venues for the UK tour have yet to be announced.