Gary Farr and the T-Bones are another one of those mid-1960s R&B-inspired British bands that's been criminally overlooked. Led by the late Gary Farr, this Sussex-based outfit didn't have an extensive recording catalog - one EP and a handful of 45s, but their small catalog's quite impressive, as is their list of alumnist.
Born and raised in Worthing, Sussex, Gary Farr was the son of British boxing champion Tommy Farr. He had little interest in boxing, but a job working in his sisters' London jazz club helped him decide on a musical career. Like half of England, Farr decided his future lay in forming an R&B band. As The T-Bones, that band came together in early 1964 showcasing the talents of former Giants rhythm guitarist Andy McKechnie, bassist Stuart Parks, drummer Andy Steele, and lead guitarist Winston 'Vince' Whetherall.
Band manger Robin Beste helped the group attract the attention of London-based promoter/Yardbirds manager Giorgio Gomelsky. After seeing one of their club performances Gomelsky signed them to open for The Yardbirds at the Crawdaddy Club. Over the next year the band became staples on England's southern coast club circuit. Following The Yardbirds, in 1964 they got a shot playing at London's Marquee Club. Originally billed as The T-Bones Invasion, they were offered an extended club residence. That led to national touring exposure, include serving as the backing band for American R&B acts such as Moses Allison, Sonny Boy Williamson, and Howlin' Wolf) who were touring the UK. Next came television appearances, and a slot on the 1964 National Jazz and Blues Festival.
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