Martin Turner's Wishbone Ash

Martin Turner's Wishbone Ash

Martin Turner's Wishbone Ash is a UK rock band formed in 2005 by Martin Turner, the founding member of Wishbone Ash. The group’s line-up changes during its active years include guitarists Keith Buck and Ray Hatfield, with Rob Hewins on drums before Dave Wagstaffe replaces him in 2008. Verified membership information also names Martin Turner and Ray Hatfield as members.

Background

Martin Turner is born in Torquay in 1947 and begins his recording career as a founding member of Wishbone Ash in 1969. In that band he serves as principal songwriter, vocalist and bass player, alongside drummer Steve Upton and twin lead guitarists Andy Powell and Ted Turner. He leaves the group in 1980 after disagreements over policy and musical direction.

In 1987, Turner returns for a reformation of the original Wishbone Ash and acts as bassist, vocalist and producer on three albums for the IRS label. In 1991, the remaining original line-up continues without him. He stays closely associated with Wishbone Ash through remastering and remixing work on the back catalogue, and he also joins Andy Powell’s later version of the band for concert appearances during the 25th anniversary period in 1995 and 1996.

Martin Turner's Wishbone Ash

Turner forms Martin Turner’s Wishbone Ash in 2005 to continue performing material associated with the classic Wishbone Ash sound. The band is presented as a live project focused on faithful versions of the older repertoire. Its personnel includes Keith Buck, Ray Hatfield, Rob Hewins and later Dave Wagstaffe on drums. The act is a UK rock band and is active from 2005 to 2014.