Dr. Feelgood is an influential British pub rock band that sprang from the shores of Canvey Island in Essex in the early 1970s. Formed in 1971, the original lineup included Lee Brilleaux (vocals/harmonica), Wilko Johnson (guitar), John B. Sparks (bass) and The Big Figure (drums). The band's gritty, no-frills approach to rhythm and blues provided a stark contrast to the glam and progressive rock dominating the UK charts at the time. Dr. Feelgood quickly built a reputation for their explosive live performances and unsparing, driving rhythms – epitomized by Wilko Johnson's choppy guitar style and Brilleaux's intense stage presence.

Throughout the 1970s and early 1980s, Dr. Feelgood enjoyed UK chart success with albums like "Down by the Jetty" and "Stupidity," which reached Number One on the UK Albums Chart in 1976, undeniably at the peak of their fame. Following Wilko Johnson's departure in 1977, the band underwent several lineup changes but continued to perform under the Dr. Feelgood name with Brilleaux as the mainstay until his passing in 1994. Even after the deaths of original members, the spirit of Dr. Feelgood endures, with their legacy being carried forward by subsequent lineups. The band's no-nonsense, energetic brand of rock 'n' roll has left an indelible mark on British music history, influencing a wave of punk and new wave bands, while their back catalogue, including live recordings from their early years, such as "Live in London (Expanded Edition)" and "BBC In Concert," continues to be admired and enjoyed by fans new and old.

Genres

Blues Rock

British Blues

Protopunk

Pub Rock

Related Artists

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The Clash

The Yardbirds

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The Animals

Latest Release

Live In Caen

Dr. Feelgood

Album - 20 Tracks - Released January 26, 2024