Greenslade

The Profile

English progressive rock band formed by keyboardist Dave Greenslade; notable for two keyboardists and the absence of a guitar. Debut album Greenslade (1973) received high praise for musicianship. Released Spyglass Guest (1974) and Time And Tide (1975), disbanded in 1976 and returned with Large Afternoon (2000).

Core early lineup in reviews: Dave Greenslade (keyboards), Dave Lawson (keyboards, vocals), Tony Reeves (bass), Andrew McCulloch (drums). Later additions mentioned in reviews: Dave Clempson (guitar), Martin Briley (bass). Roger Dean provided cover art for early albums. Dave Greenslade released the solo work The Pentateuch Of Cosmogony (1979) (mentioned in reviews).

DeBaser reviews praise Greenslade's technical musicianship and distinctive two‑keyboard sound. Critics highlight strong instrumental tracks and arrangements while noting uneven vocal/lyric quality. Key albums reviewed include Greenslade (1973), Bedside Manners Are Extra (1973), Spyglass Guest (1974) and Time And Tide (1975). The band is celebrated for keyboard interplay, mellotron and Moog textures.