Curved Air in the 1970s (Decades)

Curved Air became a popular band in 1971 due to record company promotion and a word-of-mouth reputation. They burned brightly before collapsing well ahead of their time, supported by Jethro Tull, Deep Purple, Johnny Winter, Edgar Winter, and B.B. King, and had a stellar range of talent across a musically fascinating contribution throughout the decade. This book documents their groundbreaking albums like Air Conditioning and Phantasmagoria and the line-up changes and traumas that caused the band to disband for the first time in 1976.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 11 June 2021
Publisher: Sonicbond Publishing

Curved Air, a relatively unknown band, skyrocketed to fame in 1971. Their rise was attributed to a combination of record company promotion, including captivating ads and visually appealing album designs, and a growing reputation gained through their live performances. Despite concerns that such rapid success might hinder their growth, Curved Air remained confident and continued to thrive. Their exceptional musicianship, particularly the virtuosic violin playing of Darryl Way, played a significant role in their rapid ascent.

Curved Air's story in the 1970s is a captivating tale of a band that burned brightly but collapsed well ahead of its time. Fronted by the exotic Sonja Kristina, they performed in massive stadiums alongside renowned artists such as Jethro Tull, Deep Purple, Johnny Winter, Edgar Winter, and B.B. King. The band's lineup saw the addition of talented musicians, including Stewart Copeland, who later formed the iconic Police with Sting. Each iteration of Curved Air showcased a stellar range of talent, contributing immensely to the band's musical legacy throughout the decade.

This book serves as a comprehensive documentation of Curved Air's journey. It explores their groundbreaking albums, including Air Conditioning and Phantasmagoria, and delves into the lineup changes and traumas that led to the band's disbandment for the first time in 1976. The book sheds light on the band's influences, creative processes, and the impact they had on the progressive rock scene of the time. Whether you're a fan of Curved Air or interested in the evolution of progressive rock, this book provides a detailed and insightful account of their remarkable career.

Weight: 220g
Dimension: 148 x 209 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789520699