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The Avengers (2)

Rock group from New Zealand, formed 1966 in Wellington. In 1967 they backed folk/blues singer [a2018677] for a one-off single released under the name [a5045791]. Relocated to Melbourne, Australia in 1969 where they adopted the moniker The New Zealand Avengers to avoid confusion with labelmates [b]The Avengers[/b], a Brisbane, Australia outfit. Members: Hank Davis (4) (Drums), Eddie McDonald (bass), Dave Brown (rhythm guitar), Clive Cockburn (lead guitar, organ) DO NOT CONFUSE WITH [b]The Avengers[/b] from Auckland, New Zealand, a second outfit from the era with no connection to this band.

By Kyle Larson