Methuselah was an English rock band, founded and active in the 1960s.
Overview The line-up included Mick Bradley (drums), who came from The Sorrows and left to join Steamhammer in 1969. John Gladwin and Terry Wincott were school friends from Scunthorpe.
The origins of the band were in two earlier 1960s bands, The Dimples and Gospel Garden. The group renamed itself to Methuselah. Influences included folk music and gospel music. The band were signed to Elektra Records in the late 1960s, with a three-LP contract. John Gladwin and Terry Wincott were later in the folkband Amazing Blondel.
Members The quintet consisted of:
Craig Austin – bass, vocals Mick Bradley – drums (died 1972) John Gladwin – vocals, vibes Les Nicol – guitar, vocals Terry Wincott – guitar, vocals
Discography Albums Methuselah (1969) Matthew Mark Luke & John (1969, unreleased)
References
External links Methuselah – Fireball Woman (1969, UK) on YouTube