United Kingdom rock band formed in Belfast, Northern Ireland in 1963 most prominently known for the rock standard "Gloria" and launching singer Van Morrison's musical career.
Disbanded: 1973
Reunion: 1978-1979
Members:
Van Morrison (vocals, harmonica, saxophone, 1964-66), [a=Alan Henderson (4)] (bass), Billy Harrison (guitar, vocals, 1964-65, 1979), Ronnie Millings (drums, 1964), Eric Wrixon (piano, 1964, 1979), Pat McAuley (organ, drums, 1964-65), Jackie McAuley (organ, 1965), [a=Pete Bardens] (keyboards, 1965), Joe Boni (guitar, 1965), Terry Noone (drums, 1965), Jim Armstrong (guitar, 1965-69), John Wilson (drums, 1965-66), Dave Harvey (drums, 1966), Kenny McDowell (vocals, 1967-69), Mel Austin (vocals, 1979), Billy Bell (drums, 1979), Ray Elliott (organ, sax, flute, 1966-1968), Jerry Cole (vocals, guitar, percussion, 1969-70), Johnny Stark (vocals, drums, 1969-1973), Jim Parker (guitar, 1970-1973)
King Buffalo w/ JR Parks (of All Them Witches)
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