Savoy Brown is a British blues-rock band centered on guitarist Kim Simmonds, active since the mid-1960s and known for guitar-led blues and boogie records.

According to the reviews, Savoy Brown officially formed in 1966 with Kim Simmonds as the band's core. Street Corner Talking is noted as their first platinum album (review). A Step Further features vocalist Chris Youlden; later recordings feature Dave Walker. After Street Corner Talking several members from Chicken Shack joined the lineup (review). The band's style spans energetic rock/blues, boogie, and in the mid-1970s some hard rock elements.

DeBaser reviews praise Savoy Brown's guitar-led blues-rock, highlighting Kim Simmonds's songwriting and signature sound. Key albums discussed include Street Corner Talking, A Step Further and Hellbound Train. Reviewers note strong vocal performances (Chris Youlden, Dave Walker) and a 1970s boogie/blues atmosphere.

For:Fans of vintage British blues-rock, listeners who like guitar-driven boogie and 1970s rock albums.

 "The album closes with the title track \"Hellbound Train,\" lasting 9 minutes and driven by Bidwell's repetitive and constant rhythm, reminiscent of a train in motion."

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 "They officially formed in 1966 and their first work, the good Shake Down, immediately appeared like a bolt from the blue in the vibrant musical landscape of foggy London, and songs like I'm Tired and Louisiana Blues quickly became chart-topping hits."

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 "A Step Further, as the album title itself suggests, marks the growth of Savoy Brown and expands the band's dimension, no longer just classic blues but incorporating new sounds into the band."

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