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Wayne Fontana & The Mindbenders

Wayne Fontana & The Mindbenders were an integral part of the British Invasion, shaping the sound of the mid-1960s with their catchy tunes and memorable lyrics. The group originated from Manchester, England, and was named after lead singer Wayne Fontana, with the latter part of the moniker being inspired by a film of the same name. The Mindbenders comprised Bob Lang, Ric Rothwell, and Eric Stewart, who later formed the band 10cc. They initially gained popularity with a string of hits that included "Game of Love," which topped the US charts in 1965, and their sound embodied the melodic and spirited essence of the era.

In 1965, the band achieved major success with "Game of Love," but their time together was relatively short-lived. Wayne Fontana left the group in 1965, and The Mindbenders continued as a trio, scoring another big hit with "A Groovy Kind of Love" in 1966. Despite the band's eventual dissolution later that decade, their music continues to be celebrated and rediscovered by fans through reissues and remastered releases, such as "The Game of Love (Remastered)" and "Um Um Um Um Um Um (Remastered)." Their influence lingers in the annals of pop-rock history, with "Eric, Rick, Wayne And Bob" capturing the essence of their collaborative spirit, and their collective discography, including "Wayne Fontana & The Mindbenders" and "The Collection," serving as a testament to their enduring legacy in British pop music.

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