Dr. Feelgood

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Dr. Feelgood are a British pub rock band, formed in 1971. The classic line-up included Lee Brilleaux (b. 1953, d. 7 April 1994; vocals/harmonica), Wilko Johnson (b. John Wilkinson, 1947; guitar), John B. Sparks (b. 1953; bass) and John 'The Big Figure' Martin (drums).

Initially based in Canvey Island, Essex, on the Thames estuary, Dr. Feelgood broke into the London circuit in 1974. Brilleaux's menacing personality complemented Johnson's propulsive, jerky stage manner, while the guitarist's staccato style dominated the group's idiosyncratic brand of angular rhythm and blues.

Genres

Blues Rock Pub Rock British Rhythm & Blues British Blues Proto-Punk

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Dr. Feelgood members

Current members: Kevin Morris, Gordon Russell (guitar, background vocals), Dave Bronze, Robert Ford, Phil Mitchell

Former members: John B. Sparks (electric bass guitar, original), The Big Figure (drums (drum set), original), Lee Brilleaux (guitar, lead vocals, original), Wilko Johnson (guitar, lead vocals, original), Gypie Mayo (electric guitar), Buzz Barwell (drums (drum set))