The Wil Seabrook Band formed in 1971 and released their debut album 'Life Is...' in 1974. That album included 'It's Your Life,' which became their breakout single. The band's lineup featured Wil Seabrook on vocals and guitar, John 'J.T.' Thomas on bass, Charlie Wilson on drums, and Bobby Blue Bland on keyboards.
They put out several albums through the late 1970s and early 1980s, including 'No Questions Asked' in 1976, 'A Feast of Fools' in 1978, and 'The Long Goodbye' in 1981. Their sound drew from blues and soul traditions, with Seabrook's lyrics often turning toward personal and spiritual themes.
While the existing history mentions some resistance from record labels early on and Seabrook's personal struggles, the band kept recording and performing. Their music found an audience that connected with the straightforward message of songs like 'It's Your Life.'
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