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Blessed with being one of England’s finer eccentrics – and following an education in art (Oxford, London, and New York), “Legs” Larry Smith returned home and became a founder member of the legendary Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band. He has now finally released a solo album, modestly entitled: ‘Mr Wonderful’.
Larry Smith, often known as "Legs" Larry Smith (born 18 January 1944) is an English drummer of the satirical comedy jazz (and later rock) group the Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band.
Sep 8, 2023 · ‘His Name Is ‘Legs’ (Ladies And Gentlemen)’ is the closing song on George Harrison’s sixth solo album Extra Texture (Read All About It). It was a tribute to the drummer in the comedy group the Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band, ‘Legs’ Larry Smith, who appears on the recording.
Oxford-born ‘Legs’ Larry Smith was a student of art and design (in Oxford, London & New York) before he joined the Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band as tuba player, tap dancer and occasional percussionist in 1963. The band combined aspects of trad jazz, vaudeville, psychedelic rock and avant-garde art.
“Legs” Larry Smith co-founded the infamous Bonzo Dog Band with Vivian Stanshall in the 1960’s at Art College, has toured with Eric Clapton and featured on albums by George Harrison, Elton John, John Cale. He has appeared in the Handmade Film Bullshot and in the Magical Mystery Tour with The Beatles.
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I’m The Urban Spaceman (1968) Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band - Canyons Of Your Mind (1968)
