Wishbone Ash^®, Rockin' Out Since 1969

The classic rock bands of the late 60's and early 70's enjoy a unique place in popular musical history.

The Beatles had gone their separate ways, Britain had already gone through the Blues Boom, and Psychedelia had made its impact. The possibilities were infinite. Wishbone Ash^®, one of the new breed of Progressive Rockers, were quick to seize the opportunity and in 1969, they were among those to take full advantage of this environment, producing their unique brand of melodic rock. more...

Checkout what the band are using these days. Whether guitars are you passion, or amps and effects pedals, Wishbone spell out all the details that help create the sound you love. Click here to find out more... While never failing in their twin guitar sound, Wishbone Ash has had its share of lineup changes throughout the ages. Click here to see how the band has changed from MkI and MkII all the way up to the current lineup. Long before there was the internet and wishboneash.com, a few of the faithful, including Andy's wife Pauline, were keeping you up to date on all the latest Wishbone news by publishing the Wishbone Ash Club Newsletters. Well, we've got all 49 of those here for you on the site. Starting in 1972 and going all the way up through 1985! Select from the list below to delve into the band's past. Select... #1 - July, 1972 #2 - Sept., 1972 #3 - Nov, 1972 #4 - Dec, 1972 #5 - March, 13 #6 - May, 1973 #7 - July, 1973 #8 - Sept, 1973 #9 - Dec, 1973 #10 - Feb, 1974 #11 - April, 1974 #12 - June, 1974 #13 - Sept, 1974 #14 - Nov, 1974 #15 - Feb, 1975 #16 - June, 1975 #17 - Sept, 1975 #18 - Dec, 1975 #19 - April, 1976 #20 - July, 1976 #21 - Sept, 1976 #22 - Dec, 1976 #23 - March, 1977 #24 - June, 1977 #25 - Sept, 1977 #26 - Dec, 1977 #27 - March, 1978 #28 - July, 1978 #29 - Sept, 1978 #30 - Dec, 1978 #31 - March, 1979 #32 - July, 1979 #33 - Oct, 1979 #34 - Dec, 1979 #35 - Not Dated #36 - Not Dated #37 - Not Dated #38 - Dec, 1980 #39 - March, 1981 #40 - July, 1981 #41 - Sept, 1981 #42 - Not Dated #43 - Summer, 1982 #44 - Dec, 1982 #45 - Spring, 1983 #46 - Summer, 1983 #47 - Summer, 1984 #48 - Dec, 1984 #49 - Dec, 1985

Andy Powell Andrew Powell was born on Feb. 19, 1950 in Stepney, in the heart of London's East End. Being born within the sound of the bells of Bow Church qualifies him as a true Cockney, but in truth he grew up i more... Bob Skeat Bob Skeat was born in London into a musical environment. His father, Bill Skeat, played woodwind instruments, and from the ’60s to the ’80s was one of the top session musicians in the UK. Bob studied more... Muddy Manninen Guitarist Jyrki �Muddy� Manninen replaced fellow Finn Ben Granfelt in November 2004. He brings a blues-y style to the band. With Muddy, Wishbone Ash regains a slide guitarist. Muddy first recor more... Joe Crabtree Joe Crabtree is Wishbone Ash’s new drummer, having replaced Ray Weston in March 2007. Performing in an impressive range of contexts over the past 15 years, Joe is a powerhouse player who excels in mos more... Past Members...

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