Velvett Fogg, who were formed in 1968 out of a respectable Brum band called
Gravy Train. The initial line-up of Velvett Fogg featured guitarist Tony Iommi (later to make the big time with
Black Sabbath). The other band members were drummer Graham Mullett, bass guitarist Mick Pollard, and Londoner Frank Wilson who played Hammond organ. The band were soon off to Germany. Their exciting stage act included a light show and a go-go dancer. Upon returning to Birmingham, the band, was given a record deal by Jack Dorsey of Pye Records. At this time it seemed that the more unusual or controv…
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