Roxy Music

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Members
Bryan Ferry, Andy Mackay, Phil Manzanera, Paul Thompson, Brian Eno, Graham Simpson, Rik Kenton, Eddie Jobson, John Gustafson, John Porter, Alan Spenner
Genre
art rock, glam rock, art pop, progressive rock
Formed
1970
Hometown
London, England
Top Tracks
'More Than This', 'Virginia Plain', 'Love Is the Drug', 'Avalon', 'Dance Away'
Top Albums
'For Your Pleasure', 'Avalon', 'Country Life', 'Stranded', 'Roxy Music'
Records Sold
More than 10 million
Fun Facts
Brian Eno left Roxy Music after just two albums, but his pioneering use of synthesizers had already helped establish the band's groundbreaking sound. ### Roxy Music were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019 in recognition of their influence on rock and popular music. ### The band's elegant visual aesthetic and fashion-conscious image were almost as influential as their music, inspiring generations of artists across glam rock, new wave and alternative music.
Related Artists
Brian Eno, David Bowie, Japan, Talking Heads, Ultravox

Roxy Music were an English rock band formed in London in 1970 by vocalist Bryan Ferry, bassist Graham Simpson, saxophonist Andy Mackay, guitarist Phil Manzanera, drummer Paul Thompson and synthesiser pioneer Brian Eno.

Fusing glam rock, art rock, progressive rock and sophisticated pop, the band became one of the most innovative and influential acts of the 1970s. Their stylish image, experimental sound and elegant songwriting helped redefine British rock music, producing acclaimed albums including ‘For Your Pleasure’, ‘Stranded’, ‘Country Life’ and ‘Avalon’.

Following Brian Eno’s departure in 1973, Roxy Music evolved towards a smoother, more polished sound while maintaining critical and commercial success. Their lasting influence can be heard across alternative rock, new wave and synth-pop.

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More About Roxy Music

Roxy Music are an English rock band formed in London in 1970, best known for blending art rock, glam rock and sophisticated pop through albums including 'For Your Pleasure' and 'Avalon'.
'More Than This' is widely regarded as Roxy Music's signature song, although 'Love Is the Drug', 'Virginia Plain', 'Avalon' and 'Dance Away' are also among their best-known recordings.
Brian Eno left Roxy Music in 1973 because of creative differences with Bryan Ferry, after contributing to the band's first two landmark albums.
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