Origin: London, England
Manfred Mann Chapter Three came to fruition in the autumn of 1969 after the splintering of the original Manfred Mann band earlier that year. With psychedelia shifting towards a more progressive sound at the time, this ensemble focused on experimental jazz-rock, centered around Manfred Mann (organ) and his long-time collaborator Mike Hugg (vocals, piano). Other members included Craig Collinge (drums), Bernie Living (saxophone), Steve York (bass) and last but not least, Mike's brother and former Cherry Smash alumnus Brian Hugg (guitar). The group debut their new sound live at Newcastle's Mayfair…