The Fugitives—what can I say? For a band active in the ’60s and ’70s, there’s surprisingly little information out there. I’ve done a fair bit of digging, but haven’t uncovered much. They formed in the early ’60s, started by brothers Ron and Gary Monks, and must have been pretty talented since Johnny Devlin, then RCA’s A&R manager and house producer, got them a recording session. Their debut single, ''I’m Gonna Give My Love to You'', written by Devlin, came out in October 1964. By late 1965, vocalist “Bip” Addison (formerly of The Thunders) joined the lineup. In January 1966, they released another single on the Leedon label, ''All Your Lies'' backed with ''Baby Come Back'', both penned by the band. Daily Mail reviewer Wal Wallis noted they had “quite a lot to learn about presentation and selection of material.” While still with the band, Bip also performed solo before leaving later that year. They toured heavily for the next few years and eventually shifted into a cabaret act. Multi-instrumentalist Ralph White joined just before they recorded their debut album, 'Fugitives', on RCA in 1975, produced by Rocky Thomas. It’s unclear when they disbanded. Gary Monks died in 2016. Any additional details would be welcome.
Members
''Bip'' Addison (vocals), Ron Monks (vocals / guitar), Bill Robins (bass), John Brissett (drums), Gary Monks (sax / flute), Ralph White (trumpet / trombone / keyboards)
SINGLES ''I'm Gonna Give My Love To You / Really Gonna Shake'' 1964 RCA ''All Your Lies / Baby Come Back'' 1966 Leedon ''Rag Doll / We've Got More Than It Takes'' 1975 RCA
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