A Band Called 'O' - On The Road 1975-77 (2012)

A Band Called O , were a popular live act on the British rock gig circuit between 1974-77. They released four albums in that time and constantly toured the UK, firstly supporting huge headline acts and then later headlining the college circuit with tv and radio appearances and a slot on the bill at The 1976 Reading Festival. Evolving from the roots of The Parlour Band in the early seventies, a melodic, rock band from the Channel Island of Jersey, they moved to Leicester and altered their musical style towards a more American rock sound and changed their name to: A Band Called O. They signed to CBS (Sony) and released four albums in three years: A Band Called O (1974), Oasis (1975), Within Reach (1976) and The Knife (1977). For their final album they shortened their name to the O Band . Whilst the studio albums clearly demonstrate the musical talent within the band, the live setting was where they really shined. With a line-up of two guitars, keyboards and excellent vocal harmonies they played a variety of funk rock with great licks, riffs and textures. They were a favourite of the BBC's John Peel Show and recorded four sessions on visits between 1974-77 at the BBC Maida Vale Studios in London while also appearing on the BBC Tv show The Old Grey Whistle Test.