![]() who decided to leave radio to enter the music end of the business. Richard Terrance Knapp was a popular local D.J. Hartman.The foundation of what was to become Grand Funk Railroad was laid in Flint, Michigan in the mid 1960s. From Grand Funk To Grace: Authorized Biography of Mark Farner (Book).An American Band: The Story of Grand Funk Railroad (Book)." Just Another Injustice / Some Kind of Wonderful" (2-fer) (2003).Grand Funk Railroad IV ( ? - ? ) (reformed with original lineup)Ĭollectors Series: Grand Funk Railroad" (1991) Don Brewer joins Bob Seger's Silver Bullet Grand Funk Railroad III (1981 - 1983) (reformed) Mel Schacher and Don Brewer form Flint.Ĭraig Frost later joins Bob Seger's Silver Bullet Band. The Girls in the World - Beware!" (1974) - Single: " Some Kind April 20, 1948, Flint Michigan.Īn American Band" (1973) - Single: " We're An American Band" Pluribus Funk" (1971) - Single: " Footstompin' Music" To Home" (1970) - Single: " I'm Your Captain (Closer to Home)" Tennessee).the opening act was another Terry Knight production, Grandįunk Railroad was the first band that I ever paid to see "live" (in Memphis, ![]() Need", " Inside Looking Out" and " Paranoid". Heard, and wore this album out on my ntains the classics " In Mel Schacher - bass - April 3, 1951, Owosso, Michigan - formerlyįunk (aka, " The Red Album")" (1970) - In the veryĮarly days of the 1970's, I thought this was the "heaviest" thing I'd ever.September 3, 1948, Flint Michigan -įormerly with The Red Devils and The Jazz Masters. Hoods, The Derelicts, and The Geneseeans. September 29, 1948, Flint, Michigan - formerly with Robin & The However, the band reformed in the 1990s and continues to perform to this day, with Brewer and Schacher as the only remaining original members.ī. Grand Funk Railroad went through a number of personnel changes over the years, and eventually disbanded in 1976. However, their popularity with fans remained strong, and they continued to release hit albums throughout the 1970s, including "We're an American Band" (1973) and "Shinin' On" (1974). They were often criticized by music critics for their simplistic lyrics and heavy reliance on power chords. They were also one of the first rock bands to perform at large outdoor venues, including Shea Stadium and the Atlanta International Pop Festival.ĭespite their success, Grand Funk Railroad was also a controversial band. The band was known for their energetic and electrifying performances, which often featured elaborate lighting and pyrotechnics. Grand Funk Railroad's live shows were also a major part of their appeal. The band's debut album, "On Time," was released in 1969 and featured the hit single "Time Machine." Their subsequent albums, including "Grand Funk" (1970), "Closer to Home" (1970), and "Survival" (1971), helped establish Grand Funk Railroad as one of the most popular and successful rock bands of the early 1970s. Grand Funk Railroad is known for their hard-driving rock and roll sound, which incorporates elements of blues, soul, and funk music. The band was originally composed of three members: Mark Farner on vocals and guitar, Don Brewer on drums and vocals, and Mel Schacher on bass. Grand Funk Railroad is an American rock band that was formed in 1969 in Flint, Michigan. Main | The Connection Collection | About CRC | CRC History Grand Funk Railroad - The Classic Rock Connection
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