The Yardbirds are more than a Rock band; they are an institution, which from 1963 to 1968, made an indelible mark on the “Shapes of Things” to come. To the casual music fan, The Yardbirds are best known as the band that honed the skills of future “guitar gods” Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page; and for their slew of chart hits, including “For Your Love,” “Heart Full of Soul” and “I’m A Man.” Their 1968 break-up set the stage for Rock ‘n Roll’s future, leading Jimmy Page to form the New Yardbirds, later re-christened Led Zeppelin. Today’s touring lineup includes: singer/harpist/percussionist, Myke Scavone; guitarist/singer, John Idan; drummer, Jim McCarty; guitarist Godfrey Townsend; and bassist, Kenny Aaronson.
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