Origin: Los Angeles, CA, USA
Captain Beefheart And His Magic Band was an extremely eclectic and original L.A. ensemble that came together in early 1965 under the direction of Don Glen Vliet (harmonica, saxophone, keyboards, vocals) and Alex Snouffer (guitar). With the formation of the group, Vliet promptly changed his name to Don Van Vliet (nicknamed Captain Beefheart) and Snouffer to Alex St. Claire. Other original members included Doug Moon (guitar), Jerry Handley (bass) and Vic Mortenson (drums), who was soon replaced by Paul Blakely (drums). In 1966, the band signed to A&M Records and released two singles, which becam…