Big Star is an American power pop band formed in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1971 by Alex Chilton (1950 - 2010), Chris Bell (1951 - 1978), Jody Stephens and Andy Hummel (1951 - 2010). The group broke up in 1974.
From the traditional opener, In The Street, to the traditional closer, Thank You Friends, a great vibe emanated from the stage, with even Alex Chilton grinning throughout.
Big Star have been a cool name
to drop as an influence for years,
which seems justifiable, judging
by their recorded output. Live,
however, it’s a slightly different
story. The songs are great – when
main-man Alex Chilton can be
bothered to sing them. But too
often vocal duties were handed
to former Posies me
