Lone Star

Lone Star was a British-American rock band formed in 1975, best known for their hit single "Amazed" released in 1999. The band was originally formed in England, consisting of lead vocalist Kenny Driscoll, guitarist Tony Smith, keyboardist John Sloman, bassist Pete Hurley, and drummer Dixie Lee. After a series of lineup changes, including the departure of Driscoll and Lee, the band reformed in the United States with new lead vocalist John "Rick" Lee, guitarist Richie McDonald, and drummer Keech Rainwater.

The band's self-titled debut album, "Lone Star", was released in 1976 and received critical acclaim for its blend of hard rock and progressive rock elements. The album featured tracks like "She Said She Said" and "Lonely Soldier", showcasing the band's musical versatility and dynamic performances. Despite positive reviews, the album failed to achieve commercial success, leading to the departure of several members and the eventual dissolution of the original lineup.

In 1980, Lone Star reemerged with a new lineup featuring vocalist John Sloman, guitarist Tony Smith, keyboardist Mark Stanway, bassist Rick Worsnop, and drummer Dixie Lee. The band released their second album, "Firing on All Six", which marked a departure from their earlier sound towards a more commercial and radio-friendly style. The album spawned the single "The Bells of Berlin", which achieved moderate success in the UK charts.

After another series of lineup changes, Lone Star disbanded in the mid-1980s, with various members pursuing solo careers and other musical projects. However, the band's legacy endured, particularly in the realm of classic rock and progressive rock enthusiasts who appreciated their innovative approach to songwriting and performance.

Lone Star experienced a resurgence in the late 1990s when country music group Lonestar achieved international success with their hit single "Amazed". Although there is no direct connection between the two bands, the similarity in names occasionally led to confusion among listeners. Nonetheless, Lone Star's contributions to the rock music landscape of the 1970s remain influential, with their music continuing to be celebrated by fans of classic r