Clear Blue Sky

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Clear Blue Sky
OriginUnited Kingdom
Genres
Years active1969–1973, 1995–1997, 2004–2018
Labels Vertigo
Past membersJohn Simms (guitar), Mark Sheather (bass), and Ken White (drums)

Clear Blue Sky was a British progressive rock band officially formed in London, England, [1] but better known in Italy. [2] [3]

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History

Clear Blue Sky (earlier known as Jug Blues) [4] were discovered by Nirvana musician Patrick Campbell-Lyons. [5] Signed by Vertigo, they released their first self-titled album on that label, [6] produced by Ashley Kozak.

In 2003, the Italian record label, Akarma Records, reissued their first vinyl album. [4]

Discography

Studio albums

Live albums

2001: Out of the Blue

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