Basically a duo from the outset, comprising brothers Iain Sutherland (b. 17 November 1948, Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland; vocals, guitar, keyboards), and Gavin Sutherland (b. 6 October 1951, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire, Scotland; bass, guitar, vocals). The two had been signed to Island Records, releasing The Sutherland Bros. Band in 1971. It was during this period that they wrote and recorded the song ‘Sailing', later a UK number 1 for Rod Stewart. Having completed their second album with the use of session musicians, they began seeking a permanent backing group. A meeting betwe...