The Average White Band (AWB) is a Scottish funk and R&B band that achieved considerable success in the 1970s. Here's a breakdown of their background, with some context for their music: * Origins and Style: * Formed in 1972 in Glasgow, Scotland. * Known for their tight, soulful funk sound, which drew heavily from American R&B. * Their name, "Average White Band," was somewhat self-deprecating, acknowledging their status as a white band playing predominantly black music. * Key Successes: * Achieved

Average White Band - Cut The Cake, Got The Love, If I Ever Lose This Heaven -Live at Montreux .................................................................................................................... AWB classic line-up is Alan Gorrie (guitar/bass/vocals), Malcolm "Molly" Duncan (tenor saxophone), Owen "Onnie" McIntyre (guitar/vocals), Roger Ball (keyboards/saxophone), Steve Ferrone (drums) and Hamish Stuart (guitar/bass/vocals). Cut The Cake, Got The Love (2:44) and Quincy Jones' If