The The Band

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The Band was a highly influential Canadian-American rock group, active from 1967 to 1976, and later reforming from 1983 to 1999.
Original Members (1967-1976):

• Rick Danko: (Canadian) Bass guitar, vocals, fiddle, guitar.
• Garth Hudson: (Canadian) Organ, keyboards, accordion, saxophone.
• Richard Manuel: (Canadian) Piano, drums, vocals, lap steel guitar.
• Robbie Robertson: (Canadian) Guitar, vocals, piano, percussion.
• Levon Helm: (American) Drums, vocals, mandolin, guitar, bass guitar.

History and Formation:The group's roots trace back to 1958, when they were known as the Hawks, the backing band for rockabilly singer Ronnie Hawkins. They were with Hawkins from around 1960-1963. The group also had brief stints performing as Levon and The Hawks and the Canadian Squires.

In the mid-1960s, they gained prominence backing Bob Dylan on his 1966 concert tour, becoming his first electric band. They also joined Dylan for the informal recordings that later became known as *The Basement Tapes.*

After parting ways with Dylan, they officially became known as "The Band" by 1968 with release of their debut, *Music from Big Pink.*
Musical Style and Influence:The Band's music was a pioneering blend of Americana, folk, rock, jazz, country, and R&B. This fusion of musical styles was considered fresh and innovative, especially during the psychedelic era. *Music from Big Pink* is specifically noted as a highly influential album, with some even calling it the "second-most influential record in the history of rock and roll".
Key Albums and Songs:

• *Music from Big Pink* (1968): Includes the hit single "The Weight."
• *The Band* (1969)
• *Stage Fright*
• *Rock of Ages* (1972): A live album.
• "Up on Cripple Creek" Their biggest US hit.

Later Years and Breakup:The Band initially dissolved in 1976. Their final performance was documented in Martin Scorsese's concert film, *The Last Waltz*.

The group reformed in 1983 without Robbie Robertson. Richard Manuel passed away in 1986. The reformed Band, with new sidemen, released albums such as *Jericho* (1993), *High on the Hog* (1996), and *Jubilation* (1998).
Accolades:The Band has been inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (1994).