THE MIGHTY GUYS

Former drummer for Dig Richards and Johnny O'Keefe, Leon Isackson founded The Mighty Guys in the early 1980's with Mick Hamilton (ex-Moods, The Vibrants) on guitar and Phil Eizenberg (ex -The Ferrets) on bass. The Mighty Guys rapidly gained a reputation and following for their eclectic repertoire and stripped back sound. Glenn A. Baker spotted their potential and their single ''Be Cool, Be Smart'', written by Leon, saw them make the charts and appear on Countdown. Their album, 'Rockin' All Thru The Night' sold over 40,000 copies and the band received a cult following from authentic rock 'n' roll enthusiasts. Two more albums followed on Rivet label: 'Be Cool Be Smart' and 'The Rest of the Mighty Guys'. The band has been through various incarnations since it formed and has had some notable musicians pass through its ranks. Mike Lawler died in 2024.

Members

Leon Isackson (drums), Mick Hamilton (vocals, guitar), Phil Eizenberg (bass, vocals), Alan Freeman (bass), Brian Dean (guitar), Bob Howe (guitar), Owen Booth (bass), Mike Lawler (bass), Jacqui Shaw (vocals)

SINGLES
''Old Shep / Somethin' Else / One Night'' 1981 Rivet 
''Be Cool, Be Smart / Crying Lonely Sad And Blue (The 12 Bar Blues One)'' 1982 Rivet 
''When I Walk You Home / Nervous Breakdown'' 1983 Rivet 
''Hang On Sloopy / Landslide'' 1983 Rivet 

ALBUMS
'Rockin' All Thru The Night' 1981 Rivet 
'Be Cool, Be Smart' 1982 Rivet