Formed in Sydney in 1973 with Alan Daniels on guitar, George Fisher on bass, Norm Irwin on vocals, (Norm Irwin was a great singer and conga player. He had performed at The Stadium with The Mike Allen Group and had released a solo single on the ATA label in 1967). Richard Kett on drums, Barry Rice on guitar and Jackie Rice on vocals. The band released four singles and one album 'On The Bandwagon' on Philips Records in 1974. Included on this album is a cover of Otis Redding's classic "Dock Of The Bay". The band also contribute several original songs. The album was recorded at United Sound Sydney and produced by Rod Thomas. Their second single ''Lazy Susan / Something To Say'' was released in NZ and the UK. The Ted Mulry written hit "So Much Love In My Heart", was their only chart success. Mr. George supported David Cassidy's tour here in the early 70's. Bass player George Fisher died in 2009.
Members
Alan Daniels (guitar), George Fisher (bass), Norm Irwin (vocals), Richard Kett (drums), Barry Rice (guitar) Jackie Rice (vocals), Pete Foerster (drums)
SINGLES ''So Much Love (In My Heart) (#37) / Look Ahead'' 1973 Philips ''Lazy Susan / Something To Say'' 1973 Philips ''Yesterday / I've Got To Know You'' 1974 Philips ''Dock Of The Bay / Lazy Susan'' 1975 Philips
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