Who are the singers in the band America?
Gerry BeckleyGuitar
Dewey BunnellGuitarDan PeekGuitarRichard CampbellBass guitarWillie Leacox
America/Members
Who are the original members of America?
America is a rock band that was formed in London in 1970 by Dewey Bunnell, Dan Peek, and Gerry Beckley. The trio met as sons of US Air Force personnel stationed in London, where they began performing live….America (band)
| America | |
|---|---|
| Members | Dewey Bunnell Gerry Beckley |
| Past members | Dan Peek |
What happened to the singing group America?
With the top down and the music up, what better way to drive toward Ventura, California, than with the guys who made the song “Ventura Highway” a hit. Dewey Bunnell and Gerry Beckley of the band America are in their 50th year making music together.
Who sang lead on Ventura Highway?
America
Ventura Highway/Artists
Does the band America still perform?
America is currently touring across 2 countries and has 20 upcoming concerts. Their next tour date is at Sunrise Theatre in Fort Pierce, after that they’ll be at Van Wezel Performing Arts Center in Sarasota. See all your opportunities to see them live below!
Is the song A Horse With No Name about drugs?
Despite the song being banned by some U.S. radio stations, in Kansas City and elsewhere, because of supposed drug references to heroin use (“horse” is a common slang term for heroin), the song ascended to number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100, and the album quickly reached platinum status.
Why did Dan Peek leave the band America?
Peek abused alcohol and other drugs during his time touring with the band and elected to leave shortly after America’s February 1977 release of the Harbor album, disenchanted with the travel, recreational drug use and female groupies.
Who played drums on Ventura Highway?
Drummer Hal Blaine played on tens of thousands of songs. Here are five of his most memorable tracks.