Road (band)

Road was an American hard rock band that formed in Los Angeles, California in 1970. Comprising bassist/vocalist Noel Redding (previously of The Jimi Hendrix Experience and Fat Mattress), guitarist/vocalist Rod Richards (formerly of Rare Earth) and drummer/vocalist Leslie Sampson, the band released one album, Road, in 1972.

Road
OriginLos Angeles, California, USA
GenresHard rock, psychedelic rock[1]
Years active19701972
LabelsNatural Resources, Rare Earth
Associated actsThe Noel Redding Band
Past membersNoel Redding
Rod Richards
Leslie Sampson

History

Road was formed in 1970, after Redding left Fat Mattress and Richards left Rare Earth. The band recorded their self-titled album at the Record Plant Studios in Los Angeles, California in 1972, the album was released later in the year before the group disbanded. In the brief time they were together, Redding and Sampson participated in the jam sessions that resulted in Randy California's 1972 Kapt. Kopter and the (Fabulous) Twirly Birds album. Following Road, Redding and Sampson formed The Noel Redding Band, while Richards went on to a solo career. Sampson also joined Stray Dog, played in The Gas in the early 80s and Sally Barker And The Rhythm and The Pirates in the 90s.

Band members

Discography

References

  • "Albums by Road". Rate Your Music. Retrieved July 26, 2009.
  • Westergaard, Sean. "Road > Overview". allmusic. Retrieved July 26, 2009.
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