Gravy Train was a progressive rock group from Lancashire, England, formed by vocalist and guitarist Norman Barratt. The lineup also included J.D. Hughes (keyboards, vocals, wind instruments), Les Williams (bass, vocals) and Barry Davenport (drums). The band released its self‑titled debut album in 1971 and went on to record four studio albums in total. The first two appeared on the Vertigo label, while the remaining albums were issued by Dawn Records. Freelance journalist and broadcaster John O’Regan noted that, despite releasing four albums, the band’s level of success did not match the implications of their name. In northern English slang, a “gravy train” refers to a job or source of income that requires little effort while providing substantial reward. Gravy Train built a solid following among British progressive rock audiences through their live performances. They recorded their debut Gravy Train (1970) and its follow‑up (A Ballad of) A Peaceful Man (1971) for Vertigo. After moving to Dawn Records, they released Second Birth (1973) and Staircase to the Day (1974). According to O’Regan, the band played melodic progressive rock with a focus on hard‑rock‑style guitar riffs, contrasted by quieter passages featuring prominent flute parts, all topped with the distinctive vocals of Norman Barratt. Gravy Train disbanded in 1975 due to a combination of bad luck, poor business decisions and limited commercial success. With renewed interest in early 1970s British and European progressive rock, the band’s work has since attracted collectors and enthusiasts. All four albums have been reissued on CD and received positive responses.
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Evening of My Life
Earl Of Pocket Nook
Staircase To The Day: Starbright Starlight
a ballad of A peaceful Man
Fields and Factories
Won´t Talk About It 1970
Staircase To The Day (1974)
Bring My Life On Back to Me
Think of Life
Messenger
Alone in Georgia
Going for a Quick One
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