Roger Hodgson (who was primarily the one responsible for the band's success in the 1970s/1980s through his 'trademark' electric piano sound) left the band in 1983, which meant quite a turning point for the remaining members.įinally, Rick Davies took over Hodgson's task of both band leader and lead vocalist, so that the band's history could continue. Rick Davies, John Helliwell and Bob Siebenberg are the only founding members remaining in the band to this day. Roger Hodgson: lead vocals, keyboards, guitars Hooky, driven by some insanely good keyboards, and with lyrics that sound more punk rock than any prog rock band has a right to, it delivers the goods and then some. Jesse Siebenberg – vocals, guitars, percussion Ranked by TheTopTens as one of the best Supertramp songs of all time, Goodbye Stranger is the kind of track that merits more than one repeat listen. There are no upcoming tour dates scheduled currently. Lee Thornburg – keyboards, brass, backing vocals Supertramp regretfully announces that all dates for its Supertramp Forever European tour have been cancelled due to health issues affecting the band’s founder, Rick Davies. Gabe Dixon – keyboards, tambourine, vocals John Helliwell – keyboards, woodwind, backing vocalsĬarl Verheyen – guitars, percussion, backing vocals Their highest sales levels were in Canada, where they had two diamond-certified (ten-times platinum) albums ( Crime of the Century and Breakfast in America), and their only number 1 singles anywhere ("The Logical Song" and "Dreamer").Ĭontinue reading at Wikipedia.Rick Davies – lead vocals, keyboards, harmonica Am Em/A They tell you not to hang around and learn what lifes about. G/A Dm/A F/A Dont be out too late, dont let it get too dark. Ronnie was a true rock and roll trailblazer and an inimitable artist that countless musicians wanted to work with, and she was admired by all. Bridge 1 (EP, freely, very slow lead-in) Am D/A Am G/A Am D/A Am G/A Verse 2 (EP + Bass + Drums) Am Em/A After school is over, youre playing in the park. They attained significant popularity in North America, Europe, South Africa, and Australia. The Ronettes were the premier girl-group of the 1960s, breaking down racial, gender and social barriers, while singing some of the era’s most enduring anthems. Davies took over as the band's sole leader until 1988, after which they disbanded and periodically reformed in various configurations.Īs of 2007, Supertramp album sales exceeded 60 million. In 1983, Hodgson left the group to pursue a solo career. Their other top 40 hits included "Dreamer" (1974), "Give a Little Bit", (1977) and "It's Raining Again" (1982). They reached their commercial peak with 1979's Breakfast in America, which yielded the international top 10 singles "The Logical Song", "Breakfast in America", "Goodbye Stranger", and "Take the Long Way Home". The band were initially a prog-rock group, but starting with their third album, Crime of the Century (1974), they began moving towards a more pop-oriented sound. Other longtime members included bassist Dougie Thomson, drummer Bob Siebenberg, and saxophonist John Helliwell. The group's line-up changed numerous times throughout their career, with Davies being the only consistent member throughout the decades. Marked by the individual songwriting of founders Roger Hodgson (vocals, keyboards, and guitars) and Rick Davies (vocals and keyboards), they are distinguished for blending progressive rock and pop styles as well as for a sound that relied heavily on Wurlitzer electric piano.
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Now for the first time, transferred and restored to full HD from the original 16mm film, this footage is available to Supertramps. Following the albums release Supertramp embarked on a 10 month world tour which arrived in Paris at the end of November. Supertramp were an English rock band formed in London, England in mid 1969. Supertramps 'Breakfast in America' was the biggest selling album in the world in 1979.
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