Champion – Champion 1978 (UK, Blues Rock, Classic Rock, AOR)

Champion – Champion 1978 (UK, Blues Rock, Classic Rock, AOR)

When David Byron left Uriah Heep in 1976, he joined forces with guitarist Clem Clempson (ex-Humble Pie and Colosseum) and keyboardist Damon Butcher to form a new band. Eventually, along with bassist Willie Bath and drummer Geoff Britton (ex-Wings), they formed Rough Diamond. They released their only album in 1977, but Byron left the band shortly thereafter to pursue a solo career. The remaining band members immediately recruited new vocalist Garry Bell and eventually new drummer Jeff Rich, changing the band's name to Champion. They recorded and released a self-titled album in 1978, but disbanded in March 1979.

Tracks:

01. Sha-La-La – 0:00

02. It's Your Life – 4:28

03. Melissa – 8:14

04. Sweet Mystery – 12:31

05. You Knock Me Out – 15:25

06. Book Him Dano – 18:26

07. Skinny Dippin’ – 19:37

08. Straight Talking – 23:31

09. Please Go Away – 28:47

10. Say Goodnight – 33:16


Personnel:

Clem Clempson – guitar, dobro, banjo, backing vocals
Garry Bell – lead vocals, guitar
Willie Bath – bass, backing vocals
Damon Butcher – keyboards
Geoff Britton – drums, percussion
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Gary Lyons – producer


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