Rare Bird

English progressive rock band formed in 1969, best known for the 1969 single "Sympathy" and the 1970 album "As Your Mind Flies By".

Organ-driven progressive rock with no electric guitar on core recordings; key members mentioned in reviews include Graham Field (organ), Steve Gould (vocals, bass), Mark Ashton (drums) and David/Dave Kaffinetti (electric piano). "What You Want To Know" is singled out as a standout track. Compilation 'Sympathy' collects tracks from the first two albums.

Rare Bird is presented as an English progressive band best known for the 1969 hit "Sympathy". Reviews emphasize an organ-driven, guitar-free sound and contrast between Hammond atmospheres and Steve Gould's bluesy vocals. The 1970 album "As Your Mind Flies By" is highlighted as a significant early English prog record. The compilation "Sympathy" collects material from the first two albums.

For:Fans of late 60s/early 70s progressive rock, organ/keyboard-driven bands, and collectors of vintage prog records.