Also known as: Human Instinct, The
Origin: Auckland, New Zealand
This band was originally called the Four Fours and hailed from New Zealand where they released several singles (some local hits) on the Mercury label from 1965 through 1966. Original members included Maurice Greer (drums, vocals), Dave Hartstone (guitar), Frank Hay (bass) and Bill Ward (lead guitar). On an interesting note, Greer customized his drum kit so he could play standing up, claiming he could sing better that way. They relocated to London, England in the fall of 1966 and changed their name to the more progressive Human Instinct. They continued releasing singles on Mercury but were unab…