The Band, an ensemble of formidably talented musicians whose evocative sound shaped the landscape of American music, was formed in the late 1960s but their roots go even deeper, stemming from their days backing Ronnie Hawkins as The Hawks. Comprised of Robbie Robertson (guitar), Rick Danko (bass, violin, vocals), Levon Helm (drums, mandolin, vocals), Garth Hudson (keyboards, saxophones), and Richard Manuel (piano, drums, vocals), The Band gained fame for their groundbreaking blend of rock, country, folk, classical, R&B, and soul.

Their illustrious journey began in earnest when they joined forces with Bob Dylan as his backing band during his controversial electric tours. The Band's landmark debut album, "Music from Big Pink" (1968), and the self-titled follow-up, "The Band" (1969), solidified their place in music history with classics such as "The Weight" and "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down." Their enigmatic and earthy sound conjured images of a mythic Americana. Known for their virtuosic musicality and the rustic authenticity of their songs, they staged a historic farewell concert in 1976, immortalized by Martin Scorsese in the documentary "The Last Waltz." Although The Band reformed in various configurations following the original lineup's dissolution, and continued releasing albums like "Jericho" (1993) and "Jubilation" (1998), they could never quite recapture the magic of their early years. Despite this, their legacy endures, influencing countless artists and earning a permanent place in the pantheon of rock's greatest acts.

Genres

Blues Rock

Classic Canadian Rock

Classic Rock

Cosmic American

Country Rock

Folk

Folk Rock

Heartland Rock

Jam Band

Mellow Gold

Rock

Roots Rock

Southern Rock

Swamp Rock

Related Artists

Bob Dylan

Neil Young

The Byrds

Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young

The Rolling Stones

Van Morrison

The Flying Burrito Brothers

Dr. John

Little Feat

Creedence Clearwater Revival

Robbie Robertson

Levon Helm

Latest Release

The 1974 Live Recordings Sampler

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The Band

Album - 20 Tracks - Released September 20, 2024