Gravy Train

The Profile

Gravy Train were an English progressive rock band formed around 1969. They released four studio albums—Gravy Train (1970), (A Ballad Of) A Peaceful Man (1971), Second Birth (1973), and Staircase to the Day (1974)—blending prog textures with hard-rock bite and prominent flute.

Original lineup: Norman Barratt (guitar, vocals), J. D. Hughes (keyboards, flute, sax), Lester Williams (bass), Barry Davenport (drums). Studio albums: Gravy Train (1970), (A Ballad Of) A Peaceful Man (1971), Second Birth (1973), Staircase to the Day (1974).

One review highlights Gravy Train’s 1971 album (A Ballad Of) A Peaceful Man. It praises the lush strings, flute, and powerful vocals, spotlighting “Alone in Georgia” and the title track. Later tracks are viewed as a dip in quality. Overall sentiment: warm recommendation for 70s prog/hard rock fans.