The Wellington-based band formed in August 1974 when saxophonist Denys Mason (ex-Quincy Conserve and Arkastra) joined forces with bassist Frits Stigter (another Quincy Conserve alumnus, ex-Dizzy Limits/Timberjack) and guitarist John O’Connor (Supernatural Blues Band). Initially they performed together as The Section with pianist Rufus Rehu (also of Quincy Conserve) and drummer Chris Fox, and in the early days of the group they opened for BB King, Osibisa, and The Jackson Five.
Denys Mason - vocals, saxophone, percussion, congas
Bob Smith - vocals, keyboards, guitar
John O'Connor - guitar, vocals
Frits Stigter - bass, vocals
Tom Swainson - drums, vocals