The Kirkbys

The Kirkbys were a Liverpool quintet originally called "the Tuxedos," formed and led by guitarist Jimmy Campbell, who was also one of Liverpool's better undiscovered songwriters of the period. He, drummer Kenny Goodlass, guitarist John Lloyd, bassist Alby Power, and vocalist Gerry Savage (soon succeeded by Joe Marooth) were the core lineup of the original band, which had a very accessible pop/rock sound. Their harmonies were solid and Campbell and Marooth collaborated on some very pleasant originals together. What's more, they could grow into new sounds as they came along: the...