Robbie Bachman
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Robin "Robbie" Bachman is a drummer
and the youngest brother of Canadian
guitarist
, singer and songwriter
Randy Bachman
. He was the original drummer for both the Brave Belt
and Bachman–Turner Overdrive bands.
While growing up, Bachman practiced the drums at home, often playing along with his older brother Randy. When Robbie was age 18, Randy offered him the Brave Belt drumming job, and Robbie accepted. Other members of Brave Belt were Chad Allan
and Fred Turner
. In 1972, another Bachman brother, Tim
, joined Brave Belt after the departure of Allan.
When Brave Belt changed their name to Bachman–Turner Overdrive in 1973, Robin Bachman was credited with designing the BTO 'gear' logo. Robin co-wrote one of Bachman–Turner Overdrive's biggest hits, "Roll on Down the Highway". He remained with BTO until early 1980. In 1984, he declined to join a reformation of BTO due to licensing issues and Randy Bachman's decision to include Tim Bachman as the second guitarist, instead of Blair Thornton
. Bachman later rejoined the 'Not Fragile' line up of BTO for a reunion lasting from 1988 until 1991. In 1991, Randy Bachman left the band and the rest of the group, with replacement guitarist Randy Murray
, toured up until the end of 2004.
In 2009, Fred Turner and Randy Bachman reunited and began recording a new album, which was released in September 2010 under the name "Bachman & Turner" to coincide with a world tour. Robin Bachman and Blair Thornton had brought a lawsuit against Randy Bachman in an effort to prevent him and Turner from touring under the Bachman–Turner Overdrive name.
Bachman today enjoys semi-retirement along with his wife, Chrissy. He is an uncle of musician Tal Bachman
.
Drummer
A drummer is a musician who is capable of playing drums, which includes but is not limited to a drum kit and accessory based hardware which includes an assortment of pedals and standing support mechanisms, marching percussion and/or any musical instrument that is struck within the context of a...
and the youngest brother of Canadian
Canada
Canada is a North American country consisting of ten provinces and three territories. Located in the northern part of the continent, it extends from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west, and northward into the Arctic Ocean...
guitarist
Guitarist
A guitarist is a musician who plays the guitar. Guitarists may play a variety of instruments such as classical guitars, acoustic guitars, electric guitars, and bass guitars. Some guitarists accompany themselves on the guitar while singing.- Versatility :The guitarist controls an extremely...
, singer and songwriter
Songwriter
A songwriter is an individual who writes both the lyrics and music to a song. Someone who solely writes lyrics may be called a lyricist, and someone who only writes music may be called a composer...
Randy Bachman
Randy Bachman
Randolph Charles "Randy" Bachman, OC, OM is a Canadian musician best known as lead guitarist, songwriter and a founding member for both the 1960s–70s rock band The Guess Who, and the 1970s rock band Bachman–Turner Overdrive...
. He was the original drummer for both the Brave Belt
Brave Belt
Brave Belt was a Canadian rock band from Winnipeg, Manitoba originally consisting of Randy Bachman , his former The Guess Who bandmate, Chad Allan , and Randy's brother Robbie . Randy also provided bass tracks for the recording of the band's first album, Brave Belt I . But C. F...
and Bachman–Turner Overdrive bands.
While growing up, Bachman practiced the drums at home, often playing along with his older brother Randy. When Robbie was age 18, Randy offered him the Brave Belt drumming job, and Robbie accepted. Other members of Brave Belt were Chad Allan
Chad Allan (musician)
Chad Allan is a Canadian musician and founding member of The Guess Who. He was the group's original lead singer and front man, as well as rhythm guitarist, songwriter and occasionally drummer and pianist....
and Fred Turner
Fred Turner (musician)
Charles Frederick "Fred" Turner is a Canadian rock bassist, vocalist and songwriter, and was a founding member of the 1970s rock band Bachman–Turner Overdrive . He is credited on early Bachman–Turner Overdrive and B.T.O. albums as "C.F...
. In 1972, another Bachman brother, Tim
Tim Bachman
Timothy Gregg Bachman is a guitarist and vocalist best known for his work with rock bands Brave Belt and Bachman–Turner Overdrive...
, joined Brave Belt after the departure of Allan.
When Brave Belt changed their name to Bachman–Turner Overdrive in 1973, Robin Bachman was credited with designing the BTO 'gear' logo. Robin co-wrote one of Bachman–Turner Overdrive's biggest hits, "Roll on Down the Highway". He remained with BTO until early 1980. In 1984, he declined to join a reformation of BTO due to licensing issues and Randy Bachman's decision to include Tim Bachman as the second guitarist, instead of Blair Thornton
Blair Thornton
Blair Thornton is a rock guitarist and songwriter most widely known for his work with the Canadian rock band Bachman-Turner Overdrive . He also played in the Vancouver-based band Crosstown Bus prior to joining BTO.Thornton was recruited by BTO to replace founding member Tim Bachman, who left the...
. Bachman later rejoined the 'Not Fragile' line up of BTO for a reunion lasting from 1988 until 1991. In 1991, Randy Bachman left the band and the rest of the group, with replacement guitarist Randy Murray
Randy Murray
Randy Murray was a guitarist member of Bachman Turner Overdrive. From 1989 to 1992 he taught music, did custom recordings and held a radio talk show in Prince George, British Columbia. From the late 1970s to 1989, Murray was a fixture on the B.C./Alberta music scene...
, toured up until the end of 2004.
In 2009, Fred Turner and Randy Bachman reunited and began recording a new album, which was released in September 2010 under the name "Bachman & Turner" to coincide with a world tour. Robin Bachman and Blair Thornton had brought a lawsuit against Randy Bachman in an effort to prevent him and Turner from touring under the Bachman–Turner Overdrive name.
Bachman today enjoys semi-retirement along with his wife, Chrissy. He is an uncle of musician Tal Bachman
Tal Bachman
Talmage "Tal" Bachman is a Canadian singer-songwriter and musician. He is best known for his late 1999 hit, "She's So High," from his self-titled 1999 album.-Biography and musical career:...
.