Also known as: Village S.T.O.P., The
Origin: Hamilton, ON, Canada
Initially called the Fates, this obscure Toronto area band was formed in the early 60s by four childhood friends: Paul Marcoux (lead guitar), brothers Steve (rhythm guitar) and Nick Urech (bass guitar), and Jim Hall (drums). Initially influenced by R&B and early Beatles and Rolling Stones , they were so excited by the scene that they decided to become a group before any of them knew how to play instruments. Knowing they needed an energetic frontman to round out the ensemble, they recruited Al Pope (lead vocals) who had the good looks and pipes to close the deal. They began honing their skills …