fatback
Fatback was originally called the Fatback Band. The band made many great singles through the 1970's and early 1980's, ranging from humorous novelty tunes to energetic dance vehicles and even occasional political/message tracks. The original lineup featured Bill Curtis, George Williams, Johnny King, Johnny Flippin, Earl Shelton, and George Adam. Synthesizer player Gerry Thomas, saxophonist Fred Demerey and guitarist George Victory were integral band members during their peak years. In 1977, the band's name was shortened to Fatback, but their style remained the same through the mid-1980's. During that period they still had several Top 20 hits with 'I love your body language', 'Just be my love', 'Is this the future?', 'She's a Go-Getter' and 'She's my shining star'. In 1981 and 1982, the Fatback was backed by the female vocal trio Wild Sugar, while Evelyn Thomas provided the lead vocals for 'Spread love' in 1985. That was also their last song for Spring. They recorded several albums for Cotillion in 1984 and 1985.
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