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band from

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, that existed from 1975 to 1977, recording two albums which were released nationally by

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during that period.

History

The early line-up of the band comprised Doran Beattie (vocals), Dan Lowe (guitar), Jeff Boyne (guitar), Royden Morice (bass guitar), and James Llewellyn (drums); Beattie, Lowe, Morice had previously played in

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Discography

Albums

*''Hammersmith'' (1975), Mercury *''It's For You'' (1976), Mercury

Singles

*"Late Night Lovin' Man" (1975), Mercury *"Funky As She Goes" (1975), Mercury *"Dancin' Fools" (1976), Mercury

References

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